SOCIAL-ECONOMIC INCLUSION IN 21ST CENTURY: INDIAN WOMEN IN PERSPECTIVE

Forgone the days when the jurisdiction of women was limited to the four walls of the house. In the 21st century, we
are witnessing women breaking the glass ceiling in every walk of life from cricket to business. But can this be
generalized to every Indian woman in this day & age? As India celebrates her 75 years of Independence & looks
back on her achievements it becomes more crucial to ask, “Has India’s growth been inclusive enough to fulfil the
aspirations of Indian Women?” This paper tries to probe into that very question & tries to put a bigger image in
perspective. The core of this study is to develop an understanding regarding what is the current social & economic
environment in India for the development of women.