Since the evolution of life on Earth, there has been a great expression of
gender discrimination. Women have always been its prime and more susceptible target.
Be it the absence of rights to property or the limited acceptance in the education field,
etc., women have always been the constant victims of this issue. This chapter explores
the ethical issue of gender discrimination against women in general, particularly in
workplaces. It sheds light on the prevalence of gender biases with special reference to
Pakistan. The basic causes of gender disparity and discrimination against women have
been stated in the light of various studies that were conducted. Some of the methods
and efforts that are being made to minimize this ethical issue are stated with examples
of some well-known organizations from all around the world. Moreover, the
consequences of gender discrimination against women in society and especially in
workplaces have been analyzed.
Keywords: Causes, Consequences, Counter methods, CEDAW (Convention on the elimination of all forms of discrimination against women), Ethical dilemmas, Gender discrimination, Prevalence, Religious extremism, Social norms.
