Gender Development Indicators & Gender Parity

Gender development indicators and gender parity measure the relative status of women and men across health, education, economic participation, and political empowerment, reflecting inclusive and equitable human development in India.

Primary Beneficiaries

  • Women and girls across all age groups
  • Marginalised and socio-economically disadvantaged women
  • Rural women and urban informal-sector women
  • Adolescent girls and women entrepreneurs

Recent Developments

  • Global Gender Gap Report 2025: India ranked 131st out of 148 countries (World Economic Forum), slipping two places from 2024.
    • Gender Parity Index in higher education improved from below parity to above 1.0.
    • In 2025, India's Female Labour Force Participation Rate (FLFPR) showed a significant upward trend, increasing ....
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