DIP: 18.02.013/20240904 
DOI: 10.25215/2455/0904013 
Abstract
The role of education, specifically female education, in the developmental process is well-documented, with economists from the classical period emphasizing this association. Beyond the social and economic advantages, female literacy is recognized as a catalyst for improving health and basic child care. Higher literacy rates are linked to lower poverty ratios globally. Despite significant improvements in literacy rates in India since independence, it still harbours the world’s largest concentration of impoverished individuals. This study aims to test this phenomenon through the case of India. The socioeconomic impact of female education is a crucial area of research in international development. Regions experiencing an increase in female education often exhibit higher levels of overall development. Economic development is one facet of this impact, as women’s education is shown to boost women’s income and contribute to GDP growth. Social development is another dimension, with the education of girls yielding various benefits related to women’s empowerment. The widespread belief that women’s literacy is pivotal for development has shaped policies and programs of governments and international aid agencies globally. In the context of the poorest countries, the focus has shifted to bridging the gap between male and female literacy rates. Policymakers emphasize increasing women’s access to literacy, particularly through programs tailored to their reproductive roles. Researchers are actively seeking statistical evidence to establish positive connections between female literacy rates and health indicators such as reduced child mortality and fertility rates.
The author(s) appreciates all those who participated in the study and helped to facilitate the research process. 
The author(s) declared no conflict of interest. 
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