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Assignment:

One enduring social inequality in contemporary society is gender inequality, as discussed in "Sociology: Antipodean Perspectives" by Peter Beilharz and Trevor Hogan. This issue persists due to deeply entrenched social institutions and structures that perpetuate traditional gender roles and discrimination. Patriarchal systems within institutions like the family, education, and the workplace reinforce the subordination of women.

For instance, the gender pay gap is a clear manifestation, where women often earn less than men for equivalent work. This disparity is maintained by organizational practices and cultural norms that undervalue women's work and limit their career advancement opportunities. Additionally, policies and legislation often fail to address or inadequately tackle gender biases, further entrenching this inequality. Thus, gender inequality remains a significant social issue due to the enduring influence of institutionalized sexism and structural barriers that hinder women's social, economic, and political equality.