The wide gap between the number of females graduating every year and those entering the workspace is an issue of paramount importance that needs to be addressed. Discuss in the context of India. (Answer in 150 words)

Scenario of female education & workforce suffers from a leaky pipeline syndrome where no. of females graduating are more than no. entering the workforce/workspace. Wide Gap Reasons for such a gap are: (1) Larger patriarchal mindset 1i) women are not allowed to join workspace 1ii) authority of males is considered to be challenged (2) Lack of well suited jobs 2i) Because of societal setup, usually pink collar jobs are available 2ii) Women don't prefer masculine jobs for the same reasons (3) Larger problem of skill-job gap 3i) skills learned don't match with job requirements (4) Familial responsibilities 4i) TGP marriage, taking care of family members (5) Workplace discrimination 5i) TGP Sexual harassment at workplace.

Remedial Measures: (1) Addressing patriarchal mindset by awareness campaigns (2) Bridging skill gap: i) Provisions for women-selective measures TGP Period Leave. In view of above, schemes like KIRAN scholarship schemes for higher education are steps in the right direction.