Investigating Language as a Vector of Gender Inequality: A Study of Sexist Discourse in Coeducational Settings

Abstract

This study focuses on the use of sexist language in classrooms, which are fundamental units of society and play a crucial role in shaping how individuals develop. These individuals, in turn, contribute to constructing the society itself. Therefore, the study aims to examine how different genders are treated in classroom settings. The target population consists of randomly selected undergraduate students from the University of Management and Technology and the University of Punjab, both of which are co-educational institutions. A total of 120 students were chosen using a random sampling method, and they were asked close-ended questions. The research findings indicate that sexist language is indeed prevalent in coeducational environments.