Nearly 2 in 3 (64%) Pakistanis believe that being a housewife is as fulfilling as working for pay, consistent with the global average of 63%. 5% more females than males agree with the statement in Pakistan. (World Values Survey and Gallup & Gilani Pakistan)
Islamabad, 23rd September, 2020
According to a World Values Survey and Gallup & Gilani Pakistan Poll, 64% Pakistanis agree that being a housewife is as fulfilling as working for pay.
A nationally representative sample of adult men and women from across the four provinces was asked the following question, “Do you think that being a housewife is just as fulfilling as working for pay?” In response 37% strongly agreed, 27% agreed, 15% disagreed and 19% strongly disagreed.
Gender Breakdown: 66% Pakistani females and 61% Pakistani males agree with the statement.
Global Results: Globally, 22% respondents strongly agree and 41% agree with the statement.