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@article{178190,
        author = {Mrs. Swati Girish Gaikwad},
        title = {The Quest for Qualification – Women Degree Teachers' Struggles with PhD/NET Exams and Their Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {12},
        pages = {3126-3128},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=178190},
        abstract = {This paper explores the challenges faced by women degree teachers in qualifying for PhD and National Eligibility Test (NET) exams in India, and how these struggles impact the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Quality Education. It highlights systemic barriers, socio-cultural factors, and institutional constraints that hinder women’s academic progression and professional development. The paper also discusses the broader implications of these challenges on educational quality and gender equality in the teaching profession.
This study examines the challenges faced by women degree teachers in India as they strive to qualify for PhD and National Eligibility Test (NET) exams, highlighting the systemic and socio-cultural barriers that hinder their academic progression. These struggles are analyzed in the context of their impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The research identifies key obstacles such as institutional policies, societal expectations, and psychological stress, which disproportionately affect women educators. The findings reveal that these challenges not only limit career advancement for women but also undermine efforts to improve educational quality and achieve gender parity in academia. Recommendations include policy reforms, institutional support systems, and flexible learning resources to empower women educators and enhance their contribution to sustainable development. This paper underscores the critical need to address these barriers to foster inclusive education and equitable professional opportunities, aligning with global SDG targets.},
        keywords = {Sustainable Development Goals, Education burden, social effect , Professional opportunities, Policy reforms.},
        month = {May},
        }