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A Study of Invisible Women Worker in Home Based Work and Absence of Their Social Security
Subject area: Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities · Area of research: Social Security and Women Empowerment
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I10-1715831
Abstract
Home-based work forms a significant yet invisible part of India’s informal economy, employing a large number of women. This study examines the socio-economic conditions, occupational health issues, and access to social security among 50 female home-based workers engaged in activities like beedi rolling, embroidery, and stitching. The findings reveal low income levels, limited education, and poor bargaining power among workers. A majority earn between ₹3,001–₹6,000 per month, which is insufficient for basic needs. Occupational health issues are common, with many workers suffering from back pain and eye strain due to poor working conditions. The study also identifies a major gap in social security access, with most workers not registered under government schemes due to lack of awareness and complex procedures. It concludes that despite policy efforts, home-based workers remain marginalized and highlights the need for improved awareness, easier registration processes, and better health support.
Keywords
Home-based Workers, Informal Economy, Social Security, Occupational Health, Women’s Labour
How to cite this paper
@article{1715831,
author = {Hiral Agrawal, Dr. Dipak Makwana, Dr. M. N. Parmar},
title = {A Study of Invisible Women Worker in Home Based Work and Absence of Their Social Security},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2026},
volume = {9},
number = {10},
pages = {187-192},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1715831.pdf},
abstract = {Home-based work forms a significant yet invisible part of India’s informal economy, employing a large number of women. This study examines the socio-economic conditions, occupational health issues, and access to social security among 50 female home-based workers engaged in activities like beedi rolling, embroidery, and stitching. The findings reveal low income levels, limited education, and poor bargaining power among workers. A majority earn between ₹3,001–₹6,000 per month, which is insufficient for basic needs. Occupational health issues are common, with many workers suffering from back pain and eye strain due to poor working conditions. The study also identifies a major gap in social security access, with most workers not registered under government schemes due to lack of awareness and complex procedures. It concludes that despite policy efforts, home-based workers remain marginalized and highlights the need for improved awareness, easier registration processes, and better health support.},
keywords = {Home-based Workers, Informal Economy, Social Security, Occupational Health, Women’s Labour},
month = {April},
doi = {https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I10-1715831}
}