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The ₹30,000 question: What is a homemaker’s work worth?

Times of India1h agoAI sentiment: neutral
The ₹30,000 question: What is a homemaker’s work worth?

The Supreme Court's recognition of "loss of domestic care" as compensable, valuing homemakers' labor at Rs 30,000 monthly, marks a significant shift. This acknowledges the substantial economic contribution of unpaid household work, estimated to be a significant portion of India's GDP, and highlights the persistent gender gap in domestic responsibilities.

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