Over the years, there has been an increase in the number of startups recognised by DPIIT with at least one-woman director, reflecting a positive trend in female entrepreneurship. The total number of such startups rose from 1,943 in 2017 to 17,405 in 2024.read moreWomen’s representation on corporate boards rose to 28.7% in FY25 from 26.7% in FY20, while men’s share declined correspondingly from 73.3% to 71.3%, according to the latest ‘Women and Men in India 2024’ report released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).The report shows similar progress in senior management roles, with women holding 16.6% of positions in FY25 compared to 14.7% five years earlier. Men’s share in these leadership roles declined from 85.3% to 83.3% during the same period.AdvertisementHowever, the data reveals a persistent gender gap in hiring practices. For every woman hired in FY25, approximately two men were recruited across sectors. The report also contains additional findings about women’s participation in start-ups and services sectors, though specific figures weren’t provided in the summary.More from India
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How fake cardiologist conducted 15 heart surgeries that led to 7 deaths in Madhya PradeshIt said that the report highlights that women own 39.2 per cent of all bank accounts and contribute to 39.7 per cent of total deposits. Their participation is the highest in rural areas, where they make up 42.2 per cent of account holders.It stated that there is a rise in DEMAT accounts over the years, indicating growing participation in the stock market. From March 31, 2021, to November 30, 2024, the total number of DEMAT accounts increased from 33.26 million to 143.02 million, marking more than a fourfold rise. Male account holders have consistently outnumbered female account holders, but female participation has also shown a growing trend.The number of male accounts rose from 26.59 million in 2021 to 115.31 million in 2024, while female accounts increased from 6.67 million to 27.71 million during the same period.A rising percentage of female-headed proprietary establishments across manufacturing, trade, and other services sectors over the years 2021-22, 2022-23 and 2023-24 has been observed, it stated.The total number of electors increased from 173.2 million in 1952 to 978 million in 2024, with a notable rise in female voter registration.Female voter turnout varied over the years, reaching 67.2 per cent in 2019 but slightly declining to 65.8 per cent in 2024.The gender gap in voting has narrowed, with female turnout surpassing male turnout in 2024.AdvertisementThe primary and higher Secondary levels (students) have consistently high GPI (Gender Parity Index), indicating strong female enrolment. Upper primary and elementary levels saw fluctuations but remained close to parity.The LFPR (labour force participation rate) in usual status for ages 15 years and above has improved from 49.8 per cent (2017-18) to 60.1 per cent (2023-24), it stated.TagsIndiaEnd of Article
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