Maternity leave and the reproductive role may also result ____ discrimination against women in the prospects for promotion.

The fact that in many cases women's access to certain jobs was restricted ____ their reproductive role and/or main responsibility for childcare and the care of other dependents.

Women and girls represent half of the world's population and therefore also half of ____ potential.

In some countries, girls are deprived ____ access to health care or proper nutrition, leading to a higher mortality rate.

Gender ____ is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world.

Child marriage affects girls ____ more than boys.

The introduction of policies which enables workers with family responsibilities to engage and advance in employment without discrimination should ____.

Supporting women and men to build and advance their career ____ is an issue of gender equality ____ makes good business sense.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer

Today gender inequality still persists everywhere and stagnates social ____.

Promoting gender-based diversity in different occupations and job functions is key ____ increasing companies' productivity and competitiveness.

For both physiological and social reasons, women are more vulnerable than men to ____ health problems.

From new laws to legal aid and justice services, UNDP is supporting survivors and changing attitudes and practices to end and prevent violence ____ women and girls.

In sub-Saharan Africa, Oceania and Western Asia, girls still face barriers to ____ both primary and secondary school.

As of 2014, 143 countries have guaranteed equality between men and women in their Constitutions but 52 have yet to ____ this step.

Among the gender-preferred postings, men were most often targeted for more technical and ____ skilled jobs or jobs that require more outdoor activities, such as architects.

Among the job postings that included a gender preference, 70 per cent specifically requested that the positions be filled by men ____ only 30 per cent wanted female applicants.