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How Far is Microfinance Relevant for Empowering Rural Women? An Empirical Investigation

Srimoyee Datta, Tarak Nath Sahu · 2022 · Journal of Economic Issues

Summary. Microfinance institutions significantly improve economic, social, and psychological empowerment for rural women borrowers in West Bengal, India. The study analyzed primary data from backward districts using statistical regression methods and found that microfinance programs meaningfully enhance women's standard of living and overall empowerment. The research identifies key determinants driving these positive outcomes.

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Datta, S., & Sahu, T. N.. (2022). How Far is Microfinance Relevant for Empowering Rural Women? An Empirical Investigation. Journal of Economic Issues. https://doi.org/10.1080/00213624.2022.2019552

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DOI
10.1080/00213624.2022.2019552
Countries
India
Regions
Asia
Categories
funding, entrepreneurship
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2026-04-28