Quantifying the Digital Divide: A Mixed-Method Analysis of Socio-Economic Determinants, Educational Employment Mismatch Index (EEMI), and Female Labor Force Participation in India (2017–2024)

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Mixed-method analysis reveals how socio-economic factors and digital inclusion influence women's employment in India.

Digital connectivity improves women's labor market entry, but cultural norms restrict participation, especially in rural areas.
The educational employment mismatch index (EEMI) quantifies the gap between women's qualifications and formal employment.
Results indicate that education alone does not guarantee economic inclusion without digital infrastructure and support.
Integrated strategies are essential to bridge gaps and enhance female workforce participation in India.

Badlani et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Mixed-method analysis reveals how socio-economic factors and digital inclusion influence women's employment in India.

Digital connectivity improves women's labor market entry, but cultural norms restrict participation, especially in rural areas.
The educational employment mismatch index (EEMI) quantifies the gap between women's qualifications and formal employment.
Results indicate that education alone does not guarantee economic inclusion without digital infrastructure and support.
Integrated strategies are essential to bridge gaps and enhance female workforce participation in India.

Badlani et al. (2025) studied this question.

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