Female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) in India

The Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM), in December 2024, released a working paper highlighting a significant rise in female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR).

Key Findings

  • Rural Female LFPR: Rose from 24.6% (2017-18) to 47.6% (2023-24) (~69% increase).
  • Urban Female LFPR: Grew from 20.4% to 25.4% (~25% increase).
  • Regional Variations: Bihar, Punjab, and Haryana have lower female LFPR, while Rajasthan and Jharkhand showed significant improvement.

Factors Influencing Female LFPR

  • Age: Highest participation observed in the 30-40 years age group.
  • Marriage: Reduces LFPR, especially in urban areas.
  • Parenthood: Mothers with children under 14 are less likely to participate in the workforce.

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