Title: ECONOMIC EMANCIPATION: ANALYZING THE IMPACT OF FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE ON WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT

Authors: K. Venkatesan and Saravana Selvi C

Publisher: The President, Society of Extension Education Gujarat

Keywords: empowerment, kudumbashree, economic, financial independence

Volume: 37

Issue: 2

Year: June 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56572/gjoee.2024.37.2.0013

Abstract: Economic emancipation, particularly through the achievement of financial independence, plays a pivotal role in advancing women's empowerment. This complex and multifaceted relationship between economic autonomy and women's empowerment encompasses various dimensions, ranging from increased decision-making power to enhanced socio-economic well-being. The research delves into the intricate relationship between economic emancipation and women's empowerment, seeking to uncover the multifaceted impact of financial independence on the lives of women. Utilizing a mixed methodology that combines quantitative and qualitative analyses, the study explores economic dimensions, including economic participation, access to resources, and decision-making autonomy. A total of 480 Kudumbashree women were selected as sample for the study. Through interview schedule the data were collected and analysed via . SPSS version26. From the comparative analysis of case studies and statistical evidence, this research contributes to the ongoing discourse on women's empowerment and advocates for sustainable strategies that promote economic autonomy as a key driver of positive societal change.