Indicators on the Status of Women in Pakistan,

Mujahid, M. E.
for Ministry of Women Development, Social Welfare and Special Education, Government of Pakistan, 1998

Indicators: demography, education, health, employment, empowerment

Though this monograph is published in 1998 the data collection and analysis is of 1995, which in effect does not incorporate the indicators or data of the latest census. Nevertheless it gives an analysis of the sources of data in Pakistan and their emphasis on 'demand oriented' surveys. It points out the gaps in the methodology. It further presents a theoretical framework for improving the data set in order to develop indicators that reflect the status of women in Pakistan. The author emphasizes the need for incorporating the concept of decision-making power. Keeping in mind the patriarchal mindset and women's lack of decision making power this monograph develops a framework for a more comprehensive picture of women's status in Pakistani society. It also compares some gender specific development indicators of Pakistan with other comparable countries. [for employment see Zia. M. A 1998, Education, Zaheer, H. 1998, Health, Tinker, A. 1998]

Key words: Decision Making Power, Patriarchy, Mobility, Awareness, Survey, Census