The Economic Times

More, the merrier: Women in policymaking drive better social outcomes, economic gains, NCAER study shows

The ongoing parliamentary session addressing the 33% Women's Reservation Act underscores its profound economic and social advantages. Studies indicate that when women participate in policymaking, the results are transformativeleading to enhanced investments in healthcare and education and a significant drop in child mortality rates. Yet, India still trails behind in female political representation compared to the global landscape.