The Health-Related and Socio-economic Impacts of Climate Change on Women in India
摘要
Background. Climate change refers to the average of weather patterns in a particular area over a long period, representing the climate system’s general state (UNDP 2011). The consequences of the climatic changes are experienced unevenly by people. Concerning it, there are gender disparities as well, and women are disproportionately affected by climatic variations. Objective. The current research paper explores climate change's health-related and socio-economic impact on women and its probable causes through the existing literature. Methodology. A systematic literature review was used, and 45 articles were identified for thematic analyses with respect to the objectives and inclusion criteria of the study. Results. The study points out that health and well-being, gender-based violence, social roles and responsibilities, livelihood, and survival are some of the major areas that require attention in considering the impact of climate change on women in India. These impacts were found to be deeply rooted in their socio-cultural contexts that perpetuate different kinds of vulnerabilities. Conclusion. As gender can be an important dimension of adaptability as well, the research study points out recommendations for policymakers to integrate the needs of women and enhance their coping strategies and overall health.