ISSN: 2265-6294

Status of Women in Tourism Industry: The Case Study of Baratang Island and Swaraj Dweep (Havelock) Island, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India

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Gaurab Dhal,Sajad Nabi Dar,Ratan Mazumdar

Abstract

Women are entering into new sectors of job opportunities in this modern era. The tourism industry rose as a new source of economy to generate income and sustain their livelihood. The development and influence of this industry vary from one region to another. The study presents that women’s contribution to the tourism sector is not the same as in the Baratang and Swaraj Dweep islands due to their geographical, economic, historical, and social configurations differences. These factors have been assessed through a systematic study of the degree of influence on the demographic, economic and social status of women. Simple quantitative methods have been used for the analysis of data collected through a structured field survey and interview. The research outcome also added that the social hurdles is the major determinant factor that women are less participated in the island economy generally and in the tourism sector especially.

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