This document discusses women entrepreneurship development in India. It notes that women's involvement in entrepreneurship and economic activities in India is low due to factors like lower social status of women, lack of access to financial resources and education. The document then provides an overview of the types of women entrepreneurs in India, the sectors they operate in, and some examples of successful women entrepreneurs. It also discusses the various challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in India, such as lack of access to funding, balancing family responsibilities, and social and cultural barriers. Finally, it proposes various measures that could help develop women entrepreneurship in India, such as improving access to education, training, financing and support services.
The document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It provides context on why women take up employment, categorizes women entrepreneurs based on factors like location, industry, and education level. It outlines government support programs for women's economic activities and entrepreneurship, including financial support, training programs, and industry associations. Key statistics on women work participation rates in India over time are presented. Examples of successful women entrepreneurs in different fields are provided. Challenges faced by women entrepreneurs and suggestions to address them are also mentioned.
The document defines women entrepreneurs as women who initiate, organize, and operate business enterprises. It discusses the qualities of women entrepreneurs, factors affecting them, categories of women entrepreneurs in India, and examples of successful women entrepreneurs. It also covers problems faced by women entrepreneurs such as dual roles, lack of access to technology and training, and financial issues. Suggestions for growth include changes in attitudes, increasing mobility and training, and developing professional and marketing skills.
This document provides an overview of women entrepreneurs in India. It defines women entrepreneurs and outlines their key qualities like ambition and hard work. It discusses the functions of women entrepreneurs in planning, organizing, innovating, and decision making. It also examines the general and specific problems faced by women entrepreneurs, as well as government programs and remedies to support them. Statistics are presented on the growth of women-owned businesses in India over time and by state. Several famous successful Indian women entrepreneurs are profiled. In conclusion, it notes that while Indian society has traditionally been male-dominated, the government is taking initiatives to promote greater women's participation in entrepreneurship.
Women entrepreneurs’ play an important role in local economies and a large percentage of micro -
enterprises in developing countries are undertaken
by women. Rural women frequently have primary responsibility for agricultural production, in addition to domes
tic responsibilities and childcare. In developing country like India where economic status of women is very
pathetic especially in rural areas and opportunities of earning are very less in this scenario the Self Help Groups (SHGs) have paved the way for economic independence of rural women. This paper reviews concisely the literature in
this field and addresses in particular opportunities and challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in rural areas. It examined the impact on women empowerment through micro entrepreneurship development and SHGs.
The document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It defines women entrepreneurs and highlights their importance for India's economic and social development. It outlines key factors influencing women entrepreneurs like economic independence and building confidence. It also examines the current status of women entrepreneurs in India and discusses challenges they face at the micro, meso and macro levels. Strategies to support women entrepreneurship development are provided, along with examples of institutions and successful women entrepreneurs in India.
Women today are forming the indispensable part of the society, we are talking about women empowerment, we are talking about breaking the glass ceiling, yet there are many issues that need to be addressed. Learn the insights about women entrepreneurs with a key focus in Indian ecosystem.
The document provides information on women entrepreneurs in India. It defines women entrepreneurs as women who start, operate, and control business enterprises. The government of India defines them as having at least 51% ownership and control of a business. The document discusses qualities of successful women entrepreneurs like Indra Nooyi and Mallika Srinivasan. It also outlines factors that affect women entering entrepreneurship like economic independence, family support, and access to funds. Finally, it discusses various programs and organizations that provide financial and technical support to women entrepreneurs in India.
The document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It notes that women entrepreneurship development is low in India, especially in rural areas, though progress is greater in urban upper-class families. It outlines the status of women entrepreneurs in India and problems they face in the competitive business environment. Key challenges for women entrepreneurs include lack of access to financial capital due to social norms and collateral requirements, balancing family responsibilities, and overcoming discriminatory attitudes from financial institutions. The document provides an overview of government support programs and policies aimed at promoting women's economic participation and entrepreneurship in India.
The document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It provides context on why women take up employment, categorizes women entrepreneurs based on factors like location, industry, and education level. It outlines government support programs for women's economic activities and entrepreneurship, including financial support, training programs, and industry associations. Key statistics on women work participation rates in India over time are presented. Examples of successful women entrepreneurs in different fields are provided. Challenges faced by women entrepreneurs and suggestions to address them are also mentioned.
The document defines women entrepreneurs as women who initiate, organize, and operate business enterprises. It discusses the qualities of women entrepreneurs, factors affecting them, categories of women entrepreneurs in India, and examples of successful women entrepreneurs. It also covers problems faced by women entrepreneurs such as dual roles, lack of access to technology and training, and financial issues. Suggestions for growth include changes in attitudes, increasing mobility and training, and developing professional and marketing skills.
This document provides an overview of women entrepreneurs in India. It defines women entrepreneurs and outlines their key qualities like ambition and hard work. It discusses the functions of women entrepreneurs in planning, organizing, innovating, and decision making. It also examines the general and specific problems faced by women entrepreneurs, as well as government programs and remedies to support them. Statistics are presented on the growth of women-owned businesses in India over time and by state. Several famous successful Indian women entrepreneurs are profiled. In conclusion, it notes that while Indian society has traditionally been male-dominated, the government is taking initiatives to promote greater women's participation in entrepreneurship.
Women entrepreneurs’ play an important role in local economies and a large percentage of micro -
enterprises in developing countries are undertaken
by women. Rural women frequently have primary responsibility for agricultural production, in addition to domes
tic responsibilities and childcare. In developing country like India where economic status of women is very
pathetic especially in rural areas and opportunities of earning are very less in this scenario the Self Help Groups (SHGs) have paved the way for economic independence of rural women. This paper reviews concisely the literature in
this field and addresses in particular opportunities and challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in rural areas. It examined the impact on women empowerment through micro entrepreneurship development and SHGs.
The document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It defines women entrepreneurs and highlights their importance for India's economic and social development. It outlines key factors influencing women entrepreneurs like economic independence and building confidence. It also examines the current status of women entrepreneurs in India and discusses challenges they face at the micro, meso and macro levels. Strategies to support women entrepreneurship development are provided, along with examples of institutions and successful women entrepreneurs in India.
Women today are forming the indispensable part of the society, we are talking about women empowerment, we are talking about breaking the glass ceiling, yet there are many issues that need to be addressed. Learn the insights about women entrepreneurs with a key focus in Indian ecosystem.
The document provides information on women entrepreneurs in India. It defines women entrepreneurs as women who start, operate, and control business enterprises. The government of India defines them as having at least 51% ownership and control of a business. The document discusses qualities of successful women entrepreneurs like Indra Nooyi and Mallika Srinivasan. It also outlines factors that affect women entering entrepreneurship like economic independence, family support, and access to funds. Finally, it discusses various programs and organizations that provide financial and technical support to women entrepreneurs in India.
The document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It notes that women entrepreneurship development is low in India, especially in rural areas, though progress is greater in urban upper-class families. It outlines the status of women entrepreneurs in India and problems they face in the competitive business environment. Key challenges for women entrepreneurs include lack of access to financial capital due to social norms and collateral requirements, balancing family responsibilities, and overcoming discriminatory attitudes from financial institutions. The document provides an overview of government support programs and policies aimed at promoting women's economic participation and entrepreneurship in India.
WOMEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN INDIA: PRESENT STATUS, PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTSMichael George
“No war can be fought without the help of the better half of our society”. Social and economic development of women is necessary for overall economic development of any society or a country. The term “Women Entrepreneurship” refers to an act of business ownership and business creation that empowers women economically increases their economic strength & position in society. Despite all the social hurdles, Indian women stand tall from the rest of the crowd and are applauded for their contributions to their respective field and the economy as a whole. The hidden entrepreneurial potential of women has gradually been changing their role and economic status in the society. Women are increasingly being conscious of their existence & their rights. However, New Industrial policy of 2009-14 and other schemes are helping the women entrepreneurs in the form of generation of employment, income and to improve their social status. Women leaders are Risk takers, opportunist, innovator, flexible, ambitious, enthusiastic, and hard-working. They need to be lauded for their increased utilization of modern technology, increased investment, finding a niche in the expect market, creating a sizable employment for others and setting the trend for other woman entrepreneurs in the organized sector. The study analyses their present status, reasons that have prompted them to unleash their entrepreneurial energies into start-ups and the different challenges faced by them. The study finally concludes to what extents the various support systems in India can further foster a conducive ecosystem for them.
The document provides an overview of women entrepreneurs in India. It discusses that women entrepreneurs operate in various areas like retail, restaurants, education, and manufacturing. It outlines several policies and schemes by the Indian government to support women entrepreneurs, including entrepreneurship development programs, credit guarantee schemes with higher coverage for women-owned businesses, and training programs. It also profiles several prominent women entrepreneurs in India, such as Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Indra Nooyi, Priya Paul, and Naina Lal Kidwai.
the women are creating a new world where they can say that yes we are the one who also start there business and become a successful entrepreneur or start up..
7an analysis-of-entrepreneurship-development-in-womenPratap R. Sahoo
This document provides an introduction and background to a thesis submitted by Sushma K. C. to the University of Agricultural Sciences in Dharwad, India in 2007.
1) The thesis analyzes entrepreneurship development in women through entrepreneurship development program (EDP) trainings conducted by the Rural Development and Self Employment Training Institute (RUDSETI) in Dharwad.
2) The specific objectives are to study the profile of women EDP trainees, assess the success rate of the trainings, document the time lag to establish enterprises, and study the impact on income and employment generation.
3) Entrepreneurship development is seen as a way to empower women economically and
This document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It begins by defining women entrepreneurship and explaining its emergence in the 1970s. It then outlines the key characteristics of women entrepreneurs, including being imaginative, hard working, and able to take risks. The document also describes government programs that aim to enhance economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs through credit access and skill development. It notes some common challenges women entrepreneurs face such as lack of self-confidence and family obligations. The development of women entrepreneurship over successive five-year plans in India is then reviewed. Finally, some examples of successful women entrepreneurs in India are provided.
Purpose of making this presentation was to explain how is the scope of women entrepreneurship in India. What all are the issues presented in the system which affect women entrepreneurs in India. Ho Indian women entrepreneurs are different than others. What is the total contribution of women entrepreneurs on overall trade practices. It also explains the suggestions to enhance and promote the women entrepreneurs in India.
I hope this will help students to understood the issue well and give them few insights for their own research
Data collection is completely from the secondary sources.
Case studyWomen Empowerment through Entrepreneurship: A Case Study of Guwahat...Dr. Akansha Jain
1) The study examines women entrepreneurship in Guwahati, India through a survey of 50 women entrepreneurs.
2) It finds that most women entrepreneurs are between 25-45 years old and have at least a high school education. The majority are married.
3) Annual incomes range widely, with most between 70,000-120,000 rupees. Entrepreneurship generates over 150 jobs total.
4) The biggest challenges for women entrepreneurs are lack of financing, marketing difficulties, and domestic responsibilities. Support comes mainly from family and banks.
This document discusses women entrepreneurs in India. It begins by defining a women entrepreneur as a woman or group of women who start and run a business enterprise. It then describes three categories of women entrepreneurs in India based on their qualifications, business location and type, and financial position. Next, it lists some key qualities of successful women entrepreneurs like being ambitious, hardworking, patient and intelligent. It also outlines some steps taken by the government to support women entrepreneurs through various programs and funding schemes. Some common challenges faced by women entrepreneurs are then discussed, such as balancing work and family responsibilities. The document concludes by noting how the role of women in business has evolved over time in India.
Women as a leader entrepreneur final shreeVivek Dharade
This document is a project report submitted by Vivek Jayram Dharade on women as leaders and entrepreneurs. It includes an introduction outlining the increasing role of women in business. It then discusses the history and traits of women entrepreneurs in India, including that they are ambitious, confident, and open to learning. The report will examine several successful women entrepreneurs in India and discuss women's entrepreneurship development and challenges.
A Study on the Factors Influence Women Entrepreneurs in Tiruchirappalli DistrictArul Edison
This document summarizes a study on factors influencing women entrepreneurs in Tiruchirappalli District, India. It finds that factors such as socioeconomic/cultural factors, government policies, family status, personal characteristics, financial resources, motivations, and market/networks influence women entrepreneurs. Some key findings include:
1. Women entrepreneurs with business licenses scored higher on factors like government policies, personal characteristics, and overall influencing factors compared to those without licenses.
2. Marital status, education level, and other income influenced the factors. Divorced women scored highest on some factors while married women scored lowest. Higher education levels correlated with higher factor scores.
3. Financial resources was the most influential
This document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It provides an overview of the increasing number of women-owned businesses in India and various other countries. It also discusses some of the key reasons for women entering business ventures, including skills, knowledge, adaptability, and personal and economic independence. However, Indian women entrepreneurs still face several constraints such as lack of confidence, socio-cultural barriers, market risks, lack of motivation, knowledge in business administration, and lack of awareness about financial assistance. The document concludes by emphasizing the need to encourage more educated women in managing their own businesses and utilizing their talents.
This document provides stories and examples of successful women entrepreneurs in India. It begins by providing context on the history of women's entrepreneurship in India, which began gaining momentum in the 1970s. It then outlines some of the common categories of women entrepreneurs and discusses challenges they often face such as balancing work and family responsibilities. The document concludes with specific stories highlighting the successes of women like Radha Rajakrishnan, Patricia Narayan, and Revathi Krishna who have built successful businesses despite facing obstacles.
Challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in the present technological era7411010287
Women entrepreneurs face many challenges in India, including balancing family responsibilities with career, socio-cultural barriers, and operating in a male-dominated society. Some key challenges are lack of education, lack of access to financial assistance, lack of technical and managerial skills, poor marketing abilities, lack of self-confidence, and mobility constraints. Suggestions to address these challenges include providing separate financial aid and infrastructure for women-owned businesses, conducting training programs, recognizing top women entrepreneurs, improving education, establishing guidance cells, simplifying legal processes, and ensuring family support. Addressing these challenges can help encourage more women to pursue entrepreneurship.
WOMEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN INDIA (A CASE STUDY IN ANDHRA PRADESH)Dr. Akansha Jain
This document provides an overview of women entrepreneurship in India, with a focus on Andhra Pradesh. It discusses how socioeconomic factors influence women starting businesses. While money is not the sole objective, training and awareness have benefited women entrepreneurs. The development of women's entrepreneurship can increase economic participation and opportunities. However, women still face challenges like inadequate access to capital and skills. Globally, women-owned businesses are growing but India lags behind. Overall, the emergence of women entrepreneurs is significant for women's empowerment and securing their place in society.
This presentation discusses women entrepreneurship in small scale and cottage industries in India. It begins with introducing small scale industries and defining women entrepreneurs. It then discusses the importance of self-help groups for rural women entrepreneurs and the advantages of entrepreneurship, such as economic empowerment. A success story of a self-help group involved in sericulture is provided as an example. The presentation concludes that increased participation of women entrepreneurs is important for women's empowerment and rural development, and that self-help groups and government support can help strengthen women's entrepreneurial capacities.
This document provides a project report on women entrepreneurship in India. It includes an introduction discussing the increasing role of women in business ownership in India. It then outlines the objectives, traits, roles and problems faced by women entrepreneurs. The report also includes a literature review, research methodology, data analysis and interpretation on the topic. It finds that women entrepreneurs represent an important source of economic growth but still face barriers. It concludes by providing recommendations to further support women entrepreneurship development in India.
This document discusses entrepreneurship development and rural entrepreneurship. It defines an entrepreneur and rural entrepreneurship. It outlines several barriers to rural entrepreneurship, including lack of infrastructure, financial constraints, lack of technical know-how, inadequate knowledge, management problems, marketing problems, and human resource problems. It then discusses some of these barriers in more detail and provides examples. The document also discusses women entrepreneurship, the concept of women entrepreneurs, reasons why women become entrepreneurs, and functions and common problems faced by women entrepreneurs in India.
The document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It provides background on the increasing opportunities for women entrepreneurs as economies liberalize and societies modernize. It outlines some of the historical developments that have enabled more women to start businesses, moving from traditional domestic roles to professional spheres. It then describes some of the key traits of successful women entrepreneurs in India, such as ambition, confidence, willingness to learn, cost-consciousness, and valuing cooperation. Finally, it discusses some common challenges faced by women entrepreneurs, including difficulties obtaining financing, competition, family conflicts, and lack of education in some cases.
Women entrepreneurship new horizon for bangladesh 1Nazmul Alam
This keynote speech discusses women entrepreneurship in Bangladesh. It provides background on women comprising half the population and outlines constitutional obligations for women's participation. Statistics are presented on female population and workforce participation. Challenges for women entrepreneurs are explored, including social barriers, lack of capital/training, work-family balance issues, and supply-side constraints from financial institutions. Factors for success include education, hard work, and perseverance. The government has undertaken initiatives like a women's ministry and policy to promote advancement.
Project on women enterpreneurship in indiaPoorvee Batra
This document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It provides background on the history and development of women entrepreneurs in India. Specifically, it notes that women are increasingly participating in business ownership and professional careers. It discusses key traits of successful women entrepreneurs in India, including being ambitious and innovative. The document aims to study women entrepreneurship in India and provide suggestions to further support its growth.
This document discusses issues related to women entrepreneurship. It begins by defining entrepreneurs and noting that globally, entrepreneurs are major employers and drive economic growth. However, women entrepreneurs face significant challenges. In Nigeria, women make up 55% of the population but receive little support for entrepreneurship. There is a need for more research on how government policies impact women's economic development and entrepreneurship. The document then examines differences between male and female entrepreneurs in Nigeria and barriers women face, such as lack of property rights, access to capital and technology. It provides examples of successful women entrepreneurs in Nigeria and organizations that provide grants and support to women. In conclusion, empowering women entrepreneurs could help reduce poverty and unemployment while promoting economic and social development.
WOMEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN INDIA: PRESENT STATUS, PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTSMichael George
“No war can be fought without the help of the better half of our society”. Social and economic development of women is necessary for overall economic development of any society or a country. The term “Women Entrepreneurship” refers to an act of business ownership and business creation that empowers women economically increases their economic strength & position in society. Despite all the social hurdles, Indian women stand tall from the rest of the crowd and are applauded for their contributions to their respective field and the economy as a whole. The hidden entrepreneurial potential of women has gradually been changing their role and economic status in the society. Women are increasingly being conscious of their existence & their rights. However, New Industrial policy of 2009-14 and other schemes are helping the women entrepreneurs in the form of generation of employment, income and to improve their social status. Women leaders are Risk takers, opportunist, innovator, flexible, ambitious, enthusiastic, and hard-working. They need to be lauded for their increased utilization of modern technology, increased investment, finding a niche in the expect market, creating a sizable employment for others and setting the trend for other woman entrepreneurs in the organized sector. The study analyses their present status, reasons that have prompted them to unleash their entrepreneurial energies into start-ups and the different challenges faced by them. The study finally concludes to what extents the various support systems in India can further foster a conducive ecosystem for them.
The document provides an overview of women entrepreneurs in India. It discusses that women entrepreneurs operate in various areas like retail, restaurants, education, and manufacturing. It outlines several policies and schemes by the Indian government to support women entrepreneurs, including entrepreneurship development programs, credit guarantee schemes with higher coverage for women-owned businesses, and training programs. It also profiles several prominent women entrepreneurs in India, such as Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Indra Nooyi, Priya Paul, and Naina Lal Kidwai.
the women are creating a new world where they can say that yes we are the one who also start there business and become a successful entrepreneur or start up..
7an analysis-of-entrepreneurship-development-in-womenPratap R. Sahoo
This document provides an introduction and background to a thesis submitted by Sushma K. C. to the University of Agricultural Sciences in Dharwad, India in 2007.
1) The thesis analyzes entrepreneurship development in women through entrepreneurship development program (EDP) trainings conducted by the Rural Development and Self Employment Training Institute (RUDSETI) in Dharwad.
2) The specific objectives are to study the profile of women EDP trainees, assess the success rate of the trainings, document the time lag to establish enterprises, and study the impact on income and employment generation.
3) Entrepreneurship development is seen as a way to empower women economically and
This document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It begins by defining women entrepreneurship and explaining its emergence in the 1970s. It then outlines the key characteristics of women entrepreneurs, including being imaginative, hard working, and able to take risks. The document also describes government programs that aim to enhance economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs through credit access and skill development. It notes some common challenges women entrepreneurs face such as lack of self-confidence and family obligations. The development of women entrepreneurship over successive five-year plans in India is then reviewed. Finally, some examples of successful women entrepreneurs in India are provided.
Purpose of making this presentation was to explain how is the scope of women entrepreneurship in India. What all are the issues presented in the system which affect women entrepreneurs in India. Ho Indian women entrepreneurs are different than others. What is the total contribution of women entrepreneurs on overall trade practices. It also explains the suggestions to enhance and promote the women entrepreneurs in India.
I hope this will help students to understood the issue well and give them few insights for their own research
Data collection is completely from the secondary sources.
Case studyWomen Empowerment through Entrepreneurship: A Case Study of Guwahat...Dr. Akansha Jain
1) The study examines women entrepreneurship in Guwahati, India through a survey of 50 women entrepreneurs.
2) It finds that most women entrepreneurs are between 25-45 years old and have at least a high school education. The majority are married.
3) Annual incomes range widely, with most between 70,000-120,000 rupees. Entrepreneurship generates over 150 jobs total.
4) The biggest challenges for women entrepreneurs are lack of financing, marketing difficulties, and domestic responsibilities. Support comes mainly from family and banks.
This document discusses women entrepreneurs in India. It begins by defining a women entrepreneur as a woman or group of women who start and run a business enterprise. It then describes three categories of women entrepreneurs in India based on their qualifications, business location and type, and financial position. Next, it lists some key qualities of successful women entrepreneurs like being ambitious, hardworking, patient and intelligent. It also outlines some steps taken by the government to support women entrepreneurs through various programs and funding schemes. Some common challenges faced by women entrepreneurs are then discussed, such as balancing work and family responsibilities. The document concludes by noting how the role of women in business has evolved over time in India.
Women as a leader entrepreneur final shreeVivek Dharade
This document is a project report submitted by Vivek Jayram Dharade on women as leaders and entrepreneurs. It includes an introduction outlining the increasing role of women in business. It then discusses the history and traits of women entrepreneurs in India, including that they are ambitious, confident, and open to learning. The report will examine several successful women entrepreneurs in India and discuss women's entrepreneurship development and challenges.
A Study on the Factors Influence Women Entrepreneurs in Tiruchirappalli DistrictArul Edison
This document summarizes a study on factors influencing women entrepreneurs in Tiruchirappalli District, India. It finds that factors such as socioeconomic/cultural factors, government policies, family status, personal characteristics, financial resources, motivations, and market/networks influence women entrepreneurs. Some key findings include:
1. Women entrepreneurs with business licenses scored higher on factors like government policies, personal characteristics, and overall influencing factors compared to those without licenses.
2. Marital status, education level, and other income influenced the factors. Divorced women scored highest on some factors while married women scored lowest. Higher education levels correlated with higher factor scores.
3. Financial resources was the most influential
This document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It provides an overview of the increasing number of women-owned businesses in India and various other countries. It also discusses some of the key reasons for women entering business ventures, including skills, knowledge, adaptability, and personal and economic independence. However, Indian women entrepreneurs still face several constraints such as lack of confidence, socio-cultural barriers, market risks, lack of motivation, knowledge in business administration, and lack of awareness about financial assistance. The document concludes by emphasizing the need to encourage more educated women in managing their own businesses and utilizing their talents.
This document provides stories and examples of successful women entrepreneurs in India. It begins by providing context on the history of women's entrepreneurship in India, which began gaining momentum in the 1970s. It then outlines some of the common categories of women entrepreneurs and discusses challenges they often face such as balancing work and family responsibilities. The document concludes with specific stories highlighting the successes of women like Radha Rajakrishnan, Patricia Narayan, and Revathi Krishna who have built successful businesses despite facing obstacles.
Challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in the present technological era7411010287
Women entrepreneurs face many challenges in India, including balancing family responsibilities with career, socio-cultural barriers, and operating in a male-dominated society. Some key challenges are lack of education, lack of access to financial assistance, lack of technical and managerial skills, poor marketing abilities, lack of self-confidence, and mobility constraints. Suggestions to address these challenges include providing separate financial aid and infrastructure for women-owned businesses, conducting training programs, recognizing top women entrepreneurs, improving education, establishing guidance cells, simplifying legal processes, and ensuring family support. Addressing these challenges can help encourage more women to pursue entrepreneurship.
WOMEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN INDIA (A CASE STUDY IN ANDHRA PRADESH)Dr. Akansha Jain
This document provides an overview of women entrepreneurship in India, with a focus on Andhra Pradesh. It discusses how socioeconomic factors influence women starting businesses. While money is not the sole objective, training and awareness have benefited women entrepreneurs. The development of women's entrepreneurship can increase economic participation and opportunities. However, women still face challenges like inadequate access to capital and skills. Globally, women-owned businesses are growing but India lags behind. Overall, the emergence of women entrepreneurs is significant for women's empowerment and securing their place in society.
This presentation discusses women entrepreneurship in small scale and cottage industries in India. It begins with introducing small scale industries and defining women entrepreneurs. It then discusses the importance of self-help groups for rural women entrepreneurs and the advantages of entrepreneurship, such as economic empowerment. A success story of a self-help group involved in sericulture is provided as an example. The presentation concludes that increased participation of women entrepreneurs is important for women's empowerment and rural development, and that self-help groups and government support can help strengthen women's entrepreneurial capacities.
This document provides a project report on women entrepreneurship in India. It includes an introduction discussing the increasing role of women in business ownership in India. It then outlines the objectives, traits, roles and problems faced by women entrepreneurs. The report also includes a literature review, research methodology, data analysis and interpretation on the topic. It finds that women entrepreneurs represent an important source of economic growth but still face barriers. It concludes by providing recommendations to further support women entrepreneurship development in India.
This document discusses entrepreneurship development and rural entrepreneurship. It defines an entrepreneur and rural entrepreneurship. It outlines several barriers to rural entrepreneurship, including lack of infrastructure, financial constraints, lack of technical know-how, inadequate knowledge, management problems, marketing problems, and human resource problems. It then discusses some of these barriers in more detail and provides examples. The document also discusses women entrepreneurship, the concept of women entrepreneurs, reasons why women become entrepreneurs, and functions and common problems faced by women entrepreneurs in India.
The document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It provides background on the increasing opportunities for women entrepreneurs as economies liberalize and societies modernize. It outlines some of the historical developments that have enabled more women to start businesses, moving from traditional domestic roles to professional spheres. It then describes some of the key traits of successful women entrepreneurs in India, such as ambition, confidence, willingness to learn, cost-consciousness, and valuing cooperation. Finally, it discusses some common challenges faced by women entrepreneurs, including difficulties obtaining financing, competition, family conflicts, and lack of education in some cases.
Women entrepreneurship new horizon for bangladesh 1Nazmul Alam
This keynote speech discusses women entrepreneurship in Bangladesh. It provides background on women comprising half the population and outlines constitutional obligations for women's participation. Statistics are presented on female population and workforce participation. Challenges for women entrepreneurs are explored, including social barriers, lack of capital/training, work-family balance issues, and supply-side constraints from financial institutions. Factors for success include education, hard work, and perseverance. The government has undertaken initiatives like a women's ministry and policy to promote advancement.
Project on women enterpreneurship in indiaPoorvee Batra
This document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It provides background on the history and development of women entrepreneurs in India. Specifically, it notes that women are increasingly participating in business ownership and professional careers. It discusses key traits of successful women entrepreneurs in India, including being ambitious and innovative. The document aims to study women entrepreneurship in India and provide suggestions to further support its growth.
This document discusses issues related to women entrepreneurship. It begins by defining entrepreneurs and noting that globally, entrepreneurs are major employers and drive economic growth. However, women entrepreneurs face significant challenges. In Nigeria, women make up 55% of the population but receive little support for entrepreneurship. There is a need for more research on how government policies impact women's economic development and entrepreneurship. The document then examines differences between male and female entrepreneurs in Nigeria and barriers women face, such as lack of property rights, access to capital and technology. It provides examples of successful women entrepreneurs in Nigeria and organizations that provide grants and support to women. In conclusion, empowering women entrepreneurs could help reduce poverty and unemployment while promoting economic and social development.
The document proposes rethinking entrepreneurship education by designing a system that is affordable, practical, involving, integrative, holistic, enterprising, innovative, and world class. It argues that the problem with conventional learning is the ineffective teaching and learning methods, not the students, curriculum, faculty, or institutions. The solution proposed is to keep everything the same but import "convexing" methods that apply knowledge with intensity through focused learning, freedom, challenge, and adventure for learners. This entrepreneurial learning approach would result in employable and enterprising graduates and a return of value through models where students learn by earning.
The document discusses a case study of a women empowerment program through education and training in garment technology in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, India. Some key details:
- 13,500 rural women were targeted and organized into self-help groups for a 75-day training program in garment production skills.
- The women received training in various modules like men's wear, women's wear, etc. and were grouped based on their skills and interests.
- About 3,800 women completed the training and formed cooperative societies and common facility centers to start entrepreneurial ventures in garment production.
- The women's groups now produce about 60,000 garments per month and have
A pilot study surveyed 10 people about knife crime to inform a documentary. Most wanted to see personal experiences and emotional interviews. 60% did not want an on-screen presenter. Emotional interviews, shocking imagery, and voiceovers were most interesting. Protection was the main reason cited for carrying knives. Most inaccurately estimated knife crime statistics in the West Midlands and UK. The documentary will focus on personal experiences, reconstructions, and statistics to educate viewers and show the reality of knife crime.
Questions for how to interview a entrepreneurMurray Hunter
Questions for the interview and film assignment. The film you make should be between 15-25 minutes long and include a segment about the company and how it operates.
This document appears to be a questionnaire for women entrepreneurs regarding their businesses. It collects information such as name, address, age, industry, prior work experience. It then asks questions about why they started their business, challenges they faced during startup, awareness of bank loans for women entrepreneurs, awareness of bank loan schemes, and reasons for lack of awareness of schemes. The questions are multiple choice and free response. The purpose seems to be conducting research on issues and strategies for financial aid for women entrepreneurs.
The document summarizes the status of women in India throughout history. It notes that ancient texts suggest women had equal status to men in the early Vedic period, but their status began to decline around 500 BC. While women have held high government offices in modern India, they still face many social issues. The document provides timelines of important milestones for Indian women, such as Indira Gandhi becoming the first female Prime Minister in 1966 and Pratibha Patil becoming the first female President of India in 2007.
Project Shakti is HUL's rural development initiative that aims to empower underprivileged rural women through income generation and education. It started in 2001 and has expanded to over 80,000 villages across 15 states, providing over 25,000 women entrepreneurs a sustainable monthly income of Rs. 700-1,000. The program trains women to become sales agents for HUL's products and educates communities on health and hygiene through the Shakti Vani program.
Project Shakti is HUL's initiative to increase rural distribution and provide income opportunities for women. It selects villages and recruits local women entrepreneurs called Shakti Ammas to sell HUL products door-to-door. Products are affordably priced in small packages. Shakti Ammas earn a commission on sales and make Rs. 1000-1500 per month on average. The program aims to cover 100,000 villages and 600 million consumers by 2010.
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in today's dynamic world. Now the Indian women have become the trendsetters in
almost all the crucial areas contributing to productivity. They have become an integral
part of the nation's economic and social well being. This research paper attempts
to induce one of the most contemporary issue in today's scenario and that is of
encouraging and establishing more and more Indian women to become successful
entrepreneurs in the business world. The research paper also highlights about the
schemes provided by the Government of India for motivating women so as to prove
their calibre. It will also shed light on the various challenges that come in the way
of women when they try to fulfil their dreams of becoming the same. In the most
straight forward terms, gender inequality had been prevailed in India from the ancient
times but as the time has moved on, the footing of men and women has changed
to a notably large extent with educating and empowering the girls and women of
our country. Whenever women have got a chance they have proved themselves. The
list by no means is an exhaustive one. Whether she is a "queen bee of biotech Kiran
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While the Indian government left no stone unturned in overhauling the economy and providing the much needed impetus to MSMEs, we read stories of both the resilience and the struggle of women entrepreneurs wading through a sea of problems and yet refusing to give up. Therefore, it is our social and moral obligation to facilitate an enabling environment for women desirous of entering the workforce by rendering them equal opportunities and opening up new avenues for them to thrive. Despite India’s general progress in terms of the number of women entrepreneurs in the country, there still remains a considerable gender gap that needs to be closed. Currently, women only account for 13.56 per cent in the entrepreneurial space and have a significantly disproportionate presence in the labour force. Though the government has been making continuous efforts to empower women in India, they continue to be, by and large, hobbled by disempowerment, financial dependency and inequalities. As per the India SDG Index, India has secured a score of 42 on a scale of 100 on the indicator of “Gender Equalityâ€. The figures from the latest Periodic Labour Force Survey also lay bare the vast gender inequality An abysmal 19.7 per cent rural women and 16.1 per cent of women in urban areas were found to be in the labour force. To plug these gaps and work towards an inclusive society, every stakeholder has to do more. Dr. Namita Verma "Women Empowerment in Relation to Indian Economy" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-6 | Issue-5 , August 2022, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd51696.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/economics/other/51696/women-empowerment-in-relation-to-indian-economy/dr-namita-verma
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This document defines women entrepreneurs as women who innovates, initiates or actively adopts business. It lists qualities of successful women entrepreneurs such as being ambitious, hard working, and adventurous. Statistical data shows that in India, 32.82% of registered business owners are women, with the highest percentages in Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh. Globally, countries like the USA and UK have the highest percentages of women entrepreneurs, between 40-45%, while India has grown from 14.2% in 1970-1971 to 31.6% in 2000-2011. In conclusion, while Indian society has traditionally viewed women as weak and dependent, the role of women entrepreneurs is growing due to government initiatives to promote them.
This document defines women entrepreneurs as women who innovates, initiates or actively adopts business. It lists qualities of successful women entrepreneurs such as being ambitious, hard working, and adventurous. Statistical data shows that in India, 32.82% of registered business owners are women, with the highest percentages in Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh. Globally, countries like the US and UK have the highest percentages of women entrepreneurs, between 40-45%, while India has grown from 14.2% in 1970-1971 to 31.6% in 2000-2011. In conclusion, Indian society has traditionally viewed women as weak and dependent, but the situation is changing as governments promote more women entrepreneurship.
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1. Women Enterpreneurship Development in India
By
Sanjukta Mishra
Faculty
Global Institute of Management
Bhubaneswar
Abstract
Women entrepreneurship development is an essential part of human resource development. The
development of women entrepreneurship is very low in India, especially in the rural areas.
Entrepreneurship amongst women has been a recent concern. Women have become aware of their
existence their rights and their work situation. However, women of middle class are not too eager to alter
their role in fear of social backlash. The progress is more visible among upper class families in urban
cities.
This paper focuses on women entrepreneur. Any understanding of Indian women, of their identity, and
especially of their role taking and breaking new paths, will be incomplete without a walk down the
corridors of Indian history where women have lived and internalized various role models. The paper talks
about the status of women entrepreneurs and the problems faced by them when they ventured out to
carve their own niche in the competitive world of business environment.
INTRODUCTION-
The Indian economy has been witnessing a drastic change since mid -1991, with new policies of economic
liberalization, globalization and privatization initiated by the Indian government. India has great
entrepreneurial potential. At present, women involvement in economic activities is marked by a low work
participation rate, excessive concentration in the unorganized sector and employment in less skilled jobs.
Any strategy aimed at economic development will be lop-sided without involving women who constitute
half of the world population. Evidence has unequivocally established that entrepreneurial spirit is not a
male prerogative. Women entrepreneurship has gained momentum in the last three decades with the
increase in the number of women enterprises and their substantive contribution to economic growth. The
industrial performance of Asia-Pacific region propelled by Foreign Direct Investment, technological
innovations and manufactured exports has brought a wide range of economic and social opportunities to
women entrepreneurs.
In this dynamic world, women entrepreneurs are an important part of the global quest for sustained
economic development and social progress. In India, though women have played a key role in the
society, their entrepreneurial ability has not been properly tapped due to the lower status of women in
the society. It is only from the Fifth Five Year Plan (1974-78) onwards that their role has been explicitly
recognized with a marked shift in the approach from women welfare to women development and
empowerment. The development of women entrepreneurship has become an important aspect of our plan
priorities. Several policies and programmes are being implemented for the development of women
entrepreneurship in India.
There is a need for changing the mindset towards women so as to give equal rights as enshrined in the
2. constitution. The progress towards gender equality is slow and is partly due to the failure to attach money
to policy commitments. In the words of president APJ Abdul Kalam "empowering women is a prerequisite
for creating a good nation, when women are empowered, society with stability is assured. Empowerment
of women is essential as their thoughts and their value systems lead to the development of a good family,
good society and ultimately a good nation."
When a woman is empowered it does not mean that another individual becomes powerless or is having
less power. On the contrary, if a women is empowered her competencies towards decision- making will
surely influence her family's behavior.
In advanced countries, there is a phenomenon of increase in the number of self- employed women after
the world war 11. In USA, women own 25% of all business, even though their sales on an average are
less than two-fifths of those of other small business. In Canada, women own one-third of small business
and in France it is one-fifth.
Concept of Entrepreneur- The word ' entrepreneur' derives from the French word "Entreprendre" (to
undertake) .in the early 16th Century it was applied to persons engaged in military expeditions, and
extend to cover construction and civil engineering activities in the 17th century, but during the
18th century , the word 'entrepreneur' was used to refer to economic activities. Many authors have
defined 'entrepreneur' differently. Generally, an entrepreneur is a person who combines capital and
labour for production. According to Cantillion "entrepreneur is the agent who buys means of production at
certain prices, in order to sell at prices that are certain at the moment at which he commits himself to his
cost". According to P.F Drucker " he is one who always (1) searches for change (2) responds to it (3)
exploits it as an opportunity."
Concept of women Entrepreneur Enterprise-" A small scale industrial unit or industry –related
service or business enterprise, managed by one or more women entrepreneurs in a concern, in which
they will individually or jointly have a share capital of not less than 51% as shareholders of the private
limited company, members of co-operative society".
Categories of Women Entrepreneurs
• Women in organized & unorganized sector
• Women in traditional & modern industries
• Women in urban & rural areas
• Women in large scale and small scale industries.
• Single women and joint venture.
Categories of Women Entrepreneurs in Practice in India
• First Category
– Established in big cities
– Having higher level technical & professional qualifications
– Non traditional Items
– Sound financial positions
• Second Category
– Established in cities and towns
– Having sufficient education
– Both traditional and non traditional items
– Undertaking women services-kindergarten, crèches, beauty parlors, health clinic etc
3. • Third Category
– Illiterate women
– Financially week
– Involved in family business such as Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Dairy, Fisheries, Agro
Forestry, Handloom, Power loom etc.
Supportive Measures for Women's Economic Activities and Entrepreneurship
• Direct & indirect financial support
• Yojna schemes and programmes
• Technological training and awards
• Federations and associations
Direct & Indirect Financial Support
• Nationalized banks
• State finance corporation
• State industrial development corporation
• District industries centers
• Differential rate schemes
• Mahila Udyug Needhi scheme
• Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)
• State Small Industrial Development Corporations (SSIDCs)
Yojna Schemes and Programme
• Nehru Rojgar Yojna
• Jacamar Rojgar Yojna
• TRYSEM
• DWACRA
Technological Training and Awards
• Stree Shakti Package by SBI
• Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India
• Trade Related Entrepreneurship Assistance and Development (TREAD)
• National Institute of Small Business Extension Training (NSIBET)
• Women's University of Mumbai
Federations and Associations
• National Alliance of Young Entrepreneurs (NAYE)
• India Council of Women Entrepreneurs, New Delhi
• Self Employed Women's Association (SEWA)
• Association of Women Entrepreneurs of Karnataka (AWEK)
• World Association of Women Entrepreneurs (WAWE)
• Associated Country Women of the World (ACWW)
Women Entrepreneurship in India
States No of Units No. of Women Percentage
Registered Entrepreneurs
4. Tamil Nadu 9618 2930 30.36
Uttar Pradesh 7980 3180 39.84
Kerala 5487 2135 38.91
Punjab 4791 1618 33.77
Maharastra 4339 1394 32.12
Gujrat 3872 1538 39.72
Karnatka 3822 1026 26.84
Madhya Pradesh 2967 842 28.38
Other States & UTS 14576 4185 28.71
Total 57,452 18,848 32.82
Women Work Participation
Country Percentage
India (1970-1971) 14.2
India (1980-1981) 19.7
India (1990-1991) 22.3
India (2000-2001) 31.6
USA 45
UK 43
Indonesia 40
Sri Lanka 35
Brazil 35
Some examples
• Mahila Grih Udyog
– 7 ladies started in 1959: Lizzat Pappad
• Lakme
– Simon Tata
• Shipping coorporation
– Mrs. Sumati Morarji
• Exports
– Ms. Nina Mehrotra
• Herbal Heritage
– Ms. Shahnaz Hussain
• Balaji films
- Ekta Kapoor
• Kiran Mazumdar
- Bio-technology
5. Naina Lal Kidwai, Investment Banker
Fortune magazine listed her as one of the world's most powerful businesswomen in 2003. India Inc
recognises her as one of its most powerful investment bankers. But Naina Lal Kidwai, HSBC's deputy CEO,
can't be reduced to simple woman-banker equations; her professional vision transcends gender.
Shahnaz Husain, Herbal Beauty Queen
She's the "Estee Lauder of India", with even famous department stores like Galleries Lafayette in Paris,
Harrods and Selfridges in London and Bloomingdales in New York stocking her cosmetics, creams and
lotions.
Director, Academic Success Program
She practiced law as a business litigator for three years, and then as a transactional attorney for the
Silicon Valley Law Group for several years. Her main responsibilities as a transactional attorney were in
the following areas: mergers and acquisitions, investor financing and corporate funding, business
formation and corporate governance, securities compliance for privately held and public companies.
Lalita Gupte, Banker
She's created a formidable global presence of what was once a native development finance institution.
Account-holders can now bank at ICICI branches in UK, the Far East, West Asia and Canada. With ICICI
since 1971, Gupte was the first woman to be inducted on the board in 1984
Problems of Women Entrepreneurs in India
Women in India are faced many problems to get ahead their life in business. A few problems cane be
detailed as;
1. The greatest deterrent to women entrepreneurs is that they are women. A kind of patriarchal – male
6. dominant social order is the building block to them in their way towards business success. Male members
think it a big risk financing the ventures run by women.
2. The financial institutions are skeptical about the entrepreneurial abilities of women. The bankers
consider women loonies as higher risk than men loonies. The bankers put unrealistic and unreasonable
securities to get loan to women entrepreneurs. According to a report by the United Nations Industrial
Development Organization (UNIDO), "despite evidence that women's loan repayment rates are higher
than men's, women still face more difficulties in obtaining credit," often due to discriminatory attitudes of
banks and informal lending groups (UNIDO, 1995b).
3. Entrepreneurs usually require financial assistance of some kind to launch their ventures - be it a formal
bank loan or money from a savings account. Women in developing nations have little access to funds, due
to the fact that they are concentrated in poor rural communities with few opportunities to borrow money
(Starcher, 1996; UNIDO, 1995a). The women entrepreneurs are suffering from inadequate financial
resources and working capital. The women entrepreneurs lack access to external funds due to their
inability to provide tangible security. Very few women have the tangible property in hand.
4. Women's family obligations also bar them from becoming successful entrepreneurs in both developed
and developing nations. "Having primary responsibility for children, home and older dependent family
members, few women can devote all their time and energies to their business" (Starcher, 1996, p.
.The financial institutions discourage women entrepreneurs on the belief that they can at any time leave
their business and become housewives again. The result is that they are forced to rely on their own
savings, and loan from relatives and family friends.
5. Indian women give more emphasis to family ties and relationships. Married women have to make a
fine balance between business and home. More over the business success is depends on the support the
family members extended to women in the business process and management. The interest of the family
members is a determinant factor in the realization of women folk business aspirations.
6. Another argument is that women entrepreneurs have low-level management skills. They have to
depend on office staffs and intermediaries, to get things done, especially, the marketing and sales side of
business. Here there is more probability for business fallacies like the intermediaries take major part of
the surplus or profit. Marketing means mobility and confidence in dealing with the external world, both of
which women have been discouraged from developing by social conditioning. Even when they are
otherwise in control of an enterprise, they often depend on males of the family in this area.
7. The male - female competition is another factor, which develop hurdles to women entrepreneurs in the
business management process. Despite the fact that women entrepreneurs are good in keeping their
service prompt and delivery in time, due to lack of organizational skills compared to male entrepreneurs
women have to face constraints from competition. The confidence to travel across day and night and even
different regions and states are less found in women compared to male entrepreneurs. This shows the low
level freedom of expression and freedom of mobility of the women entrepreneurs.
8. Knowledge of alternative source of raw materials availability and high negotiation skills are the basic
requirement to run a business. Getting the raw materials from different souse with discount prices is the
factor that determines the profit margin. Lack of knowledge of availability of the raw materials and low-
level negotiation and bargaining skills are the factors, which affect women entrepreneur's business
adventures.
9. Knowledge of latest technological changes, know how, and education level of the person are significant
factor that affect business. The literacy rate of women in India is found at low level compared to male
population. Many women in developing nations lack the education needed to spur successful
entrepreneurship. They are ignorant of new technologies or unskilled in their use, and often unable to do
7. research and gain the necessary training (UNIDO, 1995b, p.1). Although great advances are being made
in technology, many women's illiteracy, structural difficulties, and lack of access to technical training
prevent the technology from being beneficial or even available to females ("Women Entrepreneurs in
Poorest Countries," 2001). According to The Economist, this lack of knowledge and the continuing
treatment of women as second-class citizens keep them in a pervasive cycle of poverty ("The Female
Poverty Trap," 2001). The studies indicates that uneducated women don't have the knowledge of
measurement and basic accounting.
10. Low-level risk taking attitude is another factor affecting women folk decision to get into business.
Low-level education provides low-level self-confidence and self-reliance to the women folk to engage in
business, which is continuous risk taking and strategic cession making profession. Investing money,
maintaining the operations and ploughing back money for surplus generation requires high risk taking
attitude, courage and confidence. Though the risk tolerance ability of the women folk in day-to-day life is
high compared to male members, while in business it is found opposite to that.
11. Achievement motivation of the women folk found less compared to male members. The low level of
education and confidence leads to low level achievement and advancement motivation among women folk
to engage in business operations and running a business concern.
12. Finally high production cost of some business operations adversely affects the development of women
entrepreneurs. The installation of new machineries during expansion of the productive capacity and like
similar factors dissuades the women entrepreneurs from venturing into new areas.
How to Develop Women Entrepreneurs?
Right efforts on from all areas are required in the development of women entrepreneurs and their greater
participation in the entrepreneurial activities. Following efforts can be taken into account for effective
development of women entrepreneurs.
1. Consider women as specific target group for all developmental programmers.
2. Better educational facilities and schemes should be extended to women folk from government part.
3. Adequate training programme on management skills to be provided to women community.
4. Encourage women's participation in decision-making.
5. Vocational training to be extended to women community that enables them to understand the
production process and production management.
6. Skill development to be done in women's polytechnics and industrial training institutes. Skills are put to
work in training-cum-production workshops.
7. Training on professional competence and leadership skill to be extended to women entrepreneurs.
8. Training and counselling on a large scale of existing women entrepreneurs to remove psychological
causes like lack of self-confidence and fear of success.
9. Counseling through the aid of committed NGOs, psychologists, managerial experts and technical
personnel should be provided to existing and emerging women entrepreneurs.
10. Continuous monitoring and improvement of training programmers.
8. 11. Activities in which women are trained should focus on their marketability and profitability.
12. Making provision of marketing and sales assistance from government part.
13. To encourage more passive women entrepreneurs the Women training programme should be
organised that taught to recognize her own psychological needs and express them.
14. State finance corporations and financing institutions should permit by statute to extend purely trade
related finance to women entrepreneurs.
15. Women's development corporations have to gain access to open-ended financing.
16. The financial institutions should provide more working capital assistance both for small scale venture
and large scale ventures.
17. Making provision of micro credit system and enterprise credit system to the women entrepreneurs at
local level.
18. Repeated gender sensitization programmers should be held to train financiers to treat women with
dignity and respect as persons in their own right.
19. Infrastructure, in the form of industrial plots and sheds, to set up industries is to be provided by state
run agencies.
20. Industrial estates could also provide marketing outlets for the display and sale of products made by
women.
21. A Women Entrepreneur's Guidance Cell set up to handle the various problems of women
entrepreneurs all over the state.
22. District Industries Centers and Single Window Agencies should make use of assisting women in their
trade and business guidance.
23. Programmers for encouraging entrepreneurship among women are to be extended at local level.
24. Training in entrepreneurial attitudes should start at the high school level through well-designed
courses, which build confidence through behavioral games.
25. More governmental schemes to motivate women entrepreneurs to engage in small scale and large-
scale business ventures.
26. Involvement of Non Governmental Organizations in women entrepreneurial training programmes and
counseling.
Conclusion - Entrepreneurship among women, no doubt improves the wealth of the nation in general
and of the family in particular. Women today are more willing to take up activities that were once
considered the preserve of men, and have proved that they are second to no one with respect to
contribution to the growth of the economy. Women entrepreneurship must be moulded properly with
entrepreneurial traits and skills to meet the changes in trends, challenges global markets and also be
competent enough to sustain and strive for excellence in the entrepreneurial arena.
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