A Study on Inclusive Growth and Women Empowerment in Kerala

Abstract

India is one of the fastest growing economies of the world. It has an annual growth rate of an average 8% .Growth can be sustained only if all the members of the society should gain the benefit of growth. It should ensure gender equity. Therefore women should be considered as an equal partner in the development process. The present development strategy aims at“ Inclusive growth” where growth emphasises on more equitable distribution, gender equity, capability, achievement level etc. This paper analyses the position of women during the 11^th plan period