Agriculture is the primary occupation of women in rural India, with a significant proportion of women engaged in farming, livestock rearing, and related activities.

While women in rural India face various challenges, access to healthcare is generally not considered a major issue, as most villages have primary healthcare centers and government health programs.

Domestic labor is the term used to describe the unpaid work done by women in rural India, which includes household chores, childcare, and care for the elderly.

The National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) is a government scheme that aims to empower women in rural India through self-help groups and microfinance.

The gender gap in literacy rate in rural India is approximately 20%, with women having lower literacy rates compared to men.

Promoting traditional gender roles is not a strategy for promoting gender equality in rural development, as it reinforces existing inequalities and limits women's opportunities.

Inheritance is the term used to describe the transfer of property or wealth from parents to their children, often resulting in unequal distribution between sons and daughters.

Improved access to healthcare for women is not a consequence of gender inequality in rural India, as women often face barriers in accessing healthcare services.

Dowry is the term used to describe the practice of giving a dowry to the groom's family at the time of marriage.

Government policies and programs that promote gender equality are not a factor contributing to the persistence of gender inequality in rural India, as they aim to address the root causes of inequality.

Patrilocality is the term used to describe the practice of a woman living with her husband's family after marriage.

Discouraging women from participating in economic activities is not a strategy for addressing gender inequality in rural development, as it limits women's opportunities and perpetuates existing inequalities.

Bride price is the term used to describe the practice of giving a bride price to the bride's family at the time of marriage.

Improved social status for women is not a consequence of gender-based violence in rural India, as violence perpetuates gender inequality and undermines women's status in society.

Inheritance is the term used to describe the practice of a woman inheriting property from her parents.