India has dropped two places in the Global Gender Gap Report 2025, ranking 131 out of 148 countries. This ranking is particularly concerning as it reflects one of the lowest gender parity scores in South Asia, with India scoring 64.1%.
Overview of the Global Gender Gap Report
The report, published annually by the World Economic Forum, assesses countries on four key dimensions:
- Economic participation
- Education
- Health
- Political empowerment
Challenges Facing India
India’s fall in the rankings highlights persistent challenges in achieving gender equality. Experts identify several critical issues:
- Limited participation of women in the workforce
- Unequal access to education
- Underrepresentation of women in politics
Despite various government initiatives aimed at supporting women’s empowerment, progress has been slow, and deep-rooted inequalities continue to prevail.
Call for Action
The report urges urgent reforms and the implementation of stronger policies focused on:
- Improving women’s safety
- Enhancing access to education
- Expanding economic opportunities for women
- Increasing political involvement of women
Advocates and organizations stress that collective action is essential to bridge the widening gender gap and improve the status and rights of women across India.
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