Economic empowerment of women in Tamilnadu : prospects and problems in the current scenario

Abstract

Empowerment is a process which aimed at changing the nature and direction of systematic method that marginalize women and other disadvantaged sections of the society. Empowerment can serve as a powerful instrument for women to achieve social and economic mobility and acquire power and status in society. The status of any section of population in a society is intimately connected with its economic position. The development strategy which neglects the need for enhancing the role of women cannot lead to comprehensive socio – economic development. Globalisation has introduced enormous economic opportunities for women, but they are associated with mounting threats. This paper will give an overview on the economic empowerment of women and its impact on Tamilnadu.