Deciphering the enigma: A multi-dimensional study of female labour force engagement and predictive drivers Roy Pritam* Division of Dairy Economics, Statistics and Management, ICAR-NDRI, Karnal, India *Corresponding author email: proy60988@gmail.com
Online Published on 26 February, 2024. Abstract This study explores the multifaceted relationship between female labour force participation and crucial socio economic indicators against the backdrop of the multi-dimensional history of female labour force participation in India throughout the course of the 20th century. This research integrates secondary data encompassing-per capita GDP, female gross secondary enrollment, fertility rates, and infant mortality rates using precise-data collected from 1991 to 2022, obtained from The World Bank’s extensive repository. The cornerstone of our analysis is an apparent inverted U-shaped pattern that appears to be typical in developing countries throughout the early stages of growth. Unquestionably, projected numbers show a clearly diminishing trend in female labour force participation (FLFP) throughout the time. Granger causality analysis unveils complex relationships, notably highlighting the substantial influence of female secondary education in promoting labour involvement, albeit unidirectional. Additionally, FLFP Granger causes per capita GDP, underlining its role in economic growth. These insights offer invaluable guidance for policymakers in advancing gender equality-and sustainable development, contributing to a more inclusive and prosperous future. Top Keywords Women labour, Female participation, GDP, Secondary education. Top |