The essay argues that the concept of gender is a social construct, created by society to justify discrimination against women. The author contends that gender roles are not biological or natural but are shaped by cultural and historical forces. The essay highlights how language, education, work, family, media, law, and body image all contribute to the construction of gender and perpetuate male dominance. The author suggests that these social norms need to be challenged and changed to achieve a more equitable society.