Inequalities at Workplace:The Glass Ceiling Phenomenon the Present Scenario and Factors Intrinsic to It

The present era is marked by its immense potential to develop and further the modernization of the civilization. It has presented the mankind with opportunities and means to put forth and utilize their talent to aggravate the progress. However, various researches testify that gender biasness has been the truth of the professional society at large. This paper seeks to highlight the limited access of women professionals beyond the defined walls of society and industry and the major challenges faced by them. The discussion would take into purview women participation in workforce and limited representation of women at senior positions, a phenomenon known as the Glass Ceiling. It also explores the various aspects- cultural, societal, psychological and organizational- that are intrinsic to the ceiling phenomenon. This paper also puts forward certain recommendations to break through the glass ceiling.