Economic Empowerment through Employment in India: A Gendered Perspective on Growth

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Empirical analysis shows increased female labour force participation impacts economic growth, indicating policy gaps.

Increased female labour force participation correlates with higher state-level per capita income by 0.3-0.5%.
The trend shows more women entering the labour market, yet most remain in informal jobs lacking social protection.
Public policies like maternity benefits and rural employment schemes affect women's job quality and opportunities across states.
Addressing unpaid care work and mobility issues is crucial for maximizing women's economic contributions.

V. Priya (2025) studied this question.

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