New Delhi, Oct. 20 -- Artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of work, but its employment risks are unlikely to be distributed evenly. Women could face disproportionate disruption as AI automates administrative, clerical and routine office tasks that have historically employed millions of female workers. Previous technological revolutions offer a warning: while new industries can create opportunities, workers whose skills become obsolete may struggle to find jobs offering comparable pay and security.

Research by the International Labour Organization (ILO) published in March found that nearly one in 10 women in high-income countries works in an occupation at the highest risk of AI exposure.

The findings highlight a growing concer...