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Government
Boys
Senior
Secondary
School
Joga Bai
1925052
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Date:
MR. VIKAS(PHYSICAL EDUCATION
TEACHER)
External Examiner:-
Internal Examiner:-
This is to certify that this project is
submitted by __________to the
PHYSICAL EDUCATION department of
Government Boys Senior Secondary
School Joga Bai 1925052
Was carried out by him under the
guidance and supervision
_________________during academic
session 2024-2025
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SUBMITTED BY :
NAME: HASSAN
ROLL NO: 12
CLASS: XII
SECTION : {E}
SCHOOL NAME: G.B.S.S.S,
JOGA BAI
SUBMISSION DATE:
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AIM
Gender and
Sports:
“A Study on
Equality and
Representation”
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INDEX
Acknowledgement
Introduction
Objectives
Materials and Methodology
Theoretical Framework
Observations and Results
Discussion
Conclusion
Suggestions
Acknowledgments
Bibliography
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I wish to express my deep gratitude and
sincere thanks to MR. VIKAS
{Government Boys Senior Secondary
School }
For his encouragement and for all the
facilities that he provided for this project
work. I sincerely appreciate this
management by taking me into his fold for
which i shall remain indebted to him.
I extend my hearty thanks to MR. VIKAS
[PHYSICAL EDUCATOIN] Teacher who
guided me to do this project successful
completion of this project . I take this
opportunity to express my deep sense of
gratitude for his invaluable guidance,
constant encouragement , constructive
comments , sympathetic attitude and
immense motivation which has sustained
my effort at all stages of this project work.
Hassan
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Introduction
• Sports have been an integral
part of human civilization,
reflecting cultural values, social
structures, and individual
aspirations. However, gender
disparity in sports has been a
persistent issue, with female
athletes facing challenges such
as unequal pay, lack of
representation, and stereotypes.
This project investigates the role
of gender in sports, examining
participation, performance, and
representation, while exploring
efforts made to promote gender
equality.
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Objectives
• To analyze the participation
trends of men and women in
various sports.
• To understand the challenges
faced by female athletes.
• To explore the impact of gender
stereotypes on sports.
• To assess the role of policies and
organizations in promoting
gender equality.
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Materials and Methodology
• Data Collection:
– Surveys of students, teachers, and
sports coaches on gender perception in
sports.
– Review of articles, reports, and case
studies on gender disparity.
• Observation:
– Analysis of participation in school-level
sports competitions by gender.
– Study of media coverage of male and
female sports.
• Interviews:
– Interaction with male and female
athletes to understand their
experiences.
• Analysis:
– Comparison of data on representation,
prize money, sponsorships, and
participation rates.
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Theoretical Framework
• History of Gender in Sports:
– Evolution of women’s participation in
sports.
– Key milestones such as Title IX (USA),
which mandated equal opportunities.
• Gender Stereotypes:
– Perception of some sports as “masculine”
(e.g., rugby) and others as “feminine”
(e.g., gymnastics).
– Impact of stereotypes on participation.
• Challenges Faced by Women in Sports:
– Unequal pay and prize money.
– Limited sponsorships and media coverage.
– Lack of infrastructure and opportunities.
• Efforts to Promote Gender Equality:
– Role of organizations like the International
Olympic Committee (IOC).
– Campaigns like #This Girl Can and UN
Women’s initiatives.
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Observations and Results
• Participation Trends:
– Male students constituted 60% of school
sports teams, while females constituted
40%.
– Male-dominated sports like cricket and
football saw lower female participation.
• Media Coverage:
– Male sports events received 70% of media
coverage, compared to 30% for female
events.
• Perceptions:
– 80% of survey respondents believed that
societal stereotypes discourage female
participation in sports.
• Challenges Highlighted by Athletes:
– Female athletes emphasized the need for
better facilities and financial support.
– Male athletes acknowledged societal
biases but believed opportunities are
increasing for women.
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Discussion
• Gender Gap in Participation:
– Despite progress, significant gaps
remain in participation rates,
especially in rural areas.
• Stereotypes and Cultural Barriers:
– Stereotypes associating sports with
masculinity discourage female
involvement.
• Policy Implementation:
– Policies promoting equal opportunities
have made a difference, but awareness
and enforcement remain inconsistent.
• Media Representation:
– Increased media attention to female
athletes can inspire greater
participation and break stereotypes.
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Conclusion
• The study reveals that while strides have
been made towards gender equality in
sports, challenges such as stereotypes,
unequal representation, and financial
disparities persist. Promoting awareness,
increasing opportunities, and supporting
female athletes are critical to achieving
gender parity.
Suggestions
• Conduct awareness programs to challenge
stereotypes about gender roles in sports.
• Ensure equal funding and facilities for male
and female sports teams.
• Encourage media to provide balanced
coverage of male and female sports events.
• Organize workshops and campaigns to
inspire girls to participate in sports.
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Acknowledgments
• I express my gratitude to my Physical
Education teacher, classmates, and
the athletes who contributed their
time and insights to this project. Their
support was invaluable in completing
this work.
Bibliography
• Articles on gender disparity in sports
from credible news websites.
• Reports by the International Olympic
Committee (IOC) on gender equality.
• Physical Education textbooks for Class
12 by NCERT.
THANK YOU
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