Women’s Participation in Indian Higher Education

Abstract

Education is a fundamental right for everyone, including women. In recent years, women’s participation in higher education has increased significantly, indicating development toward gender equality. However, disparities persist due to societal norms and cultural issues. Consequently, researching women’s involvement in higher education is essential for understanding these challenges and finding solutions. This article compares female enrollment ratios across various streams and examines male versus female enrollment across different modes. The data, sourced from the AISHE report last published in 2022, covers the years 2018 to 2022. The result showed that women’s enrolment in higher education in India has improved significantly over the years. In several streams, women’s enrolment has increased steadily compared to men. However, disparities still exist in some professional courses. For the development of our country, women’s participation in higher education is essential. Sustained policy support, social change, and collective efforts by government, institutions, and society are crucial to boost women’s enrolment in higher education and promote national development.