Gender Budgeting: Unlocking Women’s Empowerment and Economic Equality in India

In the Union Budget 2026-27, the share of Gender Budget allocation in the total Union Budget increased to 9.37% in FY 2026-27 from 8.86% in FY 2025-26.

What is Gender Budgeting in India?

  • Gender budgeting is a strategic tool used by governments to allocate resources efficiently based on the distinct needs of different genders.
  • It ensures that policies and resource allocations are gender-sensitive and address specific needs within existing frameworks.

Background

  • India’s commitment to gender equality began with the ratification of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), 1979, in 1993.
  • This commitment culminated ....
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