Women participation in economy rising, but presence at top dismal
Indian Express·1h ago·Hope
What Happened
India's female labour force participation rate increased from 33.9% in 2022 to 40% in 2025, yet remains below global average of 49%. World Bank warns India needs higher female workforce participation to achieve 8% annual growth for developed economy status by 2047. Women legislators correlate with 1.8 percentage point higher annual economic performance.
Key Entities
IndiaWorld BankWomen's Reservation ActLabour Force Participation RateBrazilVietnamCentre for Social and Economic Progress