Labor force participation of married women in Punjab (Pakistan)

Toseef Azid (), Rana Khan () and Adnan M.S. Alamasi

International Journal of Social Economics, 2010, vol. 37, issue 8, 592-612

Abstract: Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to highlight the factors that influence the decision of married women (in the age group of 16‐60 years) to participate in labor force activities. Design/methodology/approach - This is an empirical study employing the non‐linear maximum likelihood probability (probit) function on primary data (3,911 observations). Findings - Besides other variables it has been observed that poverty remains an important determinant of female labor participation. Research limitations/implications - On the basis of this paper, a socio‐economic policy can be formulated for a developing country like Pakistan. Practical implications - A development policy (especially considering the gender aspects) can be formulated on the basis of this research for the enhancement of human resource development for a developing and an orthodox economy like Pakistan. Originality/value - This paper is beneficial to researchers, policy makers, and social scientists for the enhancement of the level of social welfare and equity through its findings.

Keywords: Women workers; Employment; Poverty; Pakistan; Developing countries (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2010
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DOI: 10.1108/03068291011060643

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