Uncover the vital, often-overlooked struggles within India’s unorganized sector, the backbone of its workforce. This book illuminates the distinct challenges faced by women workers, detailing their “double burden” of labor, systemic disadvantages in wages and mobility, and the heightened impact on rural and marginalized communities. Examining policy measures and featuring a crucial case study of women in Surat’s embroidery industry, it offers an essential perspective on gender inequality and economic empowerment in India. A must-read for understanding contemporary Indian society.