https://anubooks.com/view?file=3887&session_id=rjpsss-vol-l-no2-dec-2024-242

This study examines the relationships between socio-economic status (SES), political engagement, and job satisfaction among women, with a focus on how SES moderates these relationships. The objectives are fourfold: (1) to analyze how varying SES levels influence women’s participation in political activities; (2) to investigate the impact of SES on women’s job satisfaction; (3) to explore the interconnectedness between political engagement and job satisfaction; and (4) to identify barriers and facilitators affecting women’s socio-economic conditions, political involvement, and job satisfaction. The study hypothesizes that women with higher SES will show higher political engagement and job satisfaction, that political engagement positively influences job satisfaction, and that SES moderates the impact of political engagement on job satisfaction. A quantitative research design was employed, with a sample of 100 female employees from diverse socio-economic backgrounds in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire covering SES (income, education, employment), political engagement (voting, political activities), and job satisfaction (work environment, career advancement, job security). Regression and moderation analyses were conducted to test the hypotheses. Results show that higher SES correlates with greater political engagement and job satisfaction. Political engagement is positively associated with job satisfaction, and this effect is more pronounced among women with higher SES. The moderating effect of SES suggests that women in higher socio-economic positions benefit more from political engagement in terms of job satisfaction. The study concludes that SES plays a significant role in shaping political participation and job satisfaction among women. It highlights the need for policies addressing socio-economic disparities, promoting political engagement, and improving workplace conditions to enhance women’s overall well-being and opportunities.