The Court made the observation while dealing with a matrimonial dispute in which the wife alleged that she had been subjected to cruelty by her husband on account of her dark skin tone.
"So extreme heat has to be viewed as one of the most dangerous results of changing climate, especially in India. It is happening, and we know it s happening. And while we race to find big changes and transitions, we have to worry about what s happening on the ground with so many millions of people, especially women in India," Clinton said.
Female labour force participation rates have, in the past, tended to rise during times of financial stress as women stepped out to augment their household incomes.
Despite notable achievements by women in various fields, a significant portion of working women in India still lack financial independence and control over their income, with several systemic barriers hindering their financial empowerment.