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VOL. 10, ISSUE 1 (2025)
A critical study of economic status, development and reality of women in Maharashtra
Authors
Shivkumar Keshavrao Panchal
Abstract
This study delves into a critical examination
of the economic status, development indicators, and perceived reality of women
in Maharashtra, India, with a keen focus on assessing the impact of targeted
interventions. With a sample size of 150 women, meticulously divided into
experimental and control groups, a mixed-method approach combining pre and
post-tests was employed. This research endeavours to shed light on the efficacy
of interventions in addressing the multifaceted challenges faced by women in
the region. Through rigorous data analysis techniques such as mean computation,
standard deviation calculation, correlation analysis, and t-tests, the study
unearths significant insights into the transformative potential of interventions.
Notably, participants in the experimental group exhibited remarkable
improvements across various dimensions compared to their counterparts in the
control group. Economic empowerment emerges as a central theme in the study's
findings. The experimental group experienced a notable increase in income
levels post-intervention, suggesting the efficacy of interventions such as
skill development programs and microfinance initiatives in bolstering women's
economic prospects. This underscores the importance of targeted efforts in
mitigating economic disparities and fostering financial independence among
women in Maharashtra. Moreover, the study unveils promising developments in
education and enrolment rates among women in the experimental group. Access to
education is identified as a key driver of socio-economic advancement, with
interventions playing a pivotal role in promoting educational opportunities for
women in the region. The findings underscore the transformative potential of
interventions in dismantling barriers to education and empowering women to
pursue their aspirations. In addition to economic and educational advancements,
the study sheds light on perceptual shifts regarding gender equality and
decision-making autonomy. Participants in the experimental group reported a
positive change in their perceptions, indicating a growing recognition of
women's rights and agency in society. By leveraging a mix of quantitative and
qualitative methodologies, the research provides valuable insights into the
transformative potential of interventions in enhancing women's economic status,
development indicators, and perceived reality.
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Pages:10-13
How to cite this article:
Shivkumar Keshavrao Panchal "A critical study of economic status, development and reality of women in Maharashtra". International Journal of Advanced Education and Research, Vol 10, Issue 1, 2025, Pages 10-13
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