Emerging Economic Opportunities for Women in India: A Comprehensive Quantitative Analysis
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https://doi.org/10.31305/rrijm.2023.v08.n10.010Keywords:
Emerging economic opportunities, Women, Gender equality, Economic empowermentAbstract
This study investigates the emerging economic opportunities for women in India, focusing on a sample of 180 participants. Employing convenient sampling and regression analysis, it seeks to understand the factors influencing women's economic engagement. A structured questionnaire was developed to collect quantitative data, focusing on key variables such as economic opportunities, barriers, and challenges women face in Indian economy. Moreover, entrepreneurship, technology, stem fields, financial services, online education, sustainability, policy initiatives, skill development, social enterprises, retail, and E-commerce have emerged as new-age opportunities for Women in India. These results provide valuable insights into strategies to enhance economic opportunities for women, with policy implications aimed at promoting gender equality and economic empowerment.
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