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Impact of Financial Inclusion and Industrial Development in India: Skill, Unemployment and Poverty

Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Financial inclusion involves initiatives aimed at ensuring that individuals and businesses regardless of their income level, location, or size have access to affordable and essential financial products and services. These services typically include savings accounts, credit, insurance, payment systems, and investment options. In a country like India, a large portion of the population, especially in rural and economically weaker sections, remains excluded from formal financial systems. Many individuals are still deprived of access to basic banking services and digital financial tools. The objective of financial inclusion is to integrate these marginalized groups into the formal banking sector and connect them with modern financial technologies. This not only provides them with the ability to conduct secure financial transactions but also helps in managing personal finances, accessing credit for entrepreneurship, and building financial resilience. The broader goal of financial inclusion is to foster inclusive economic growth by enabling equal opportunities and reducing income disparities. It contributes to poverty reduction, empowers communities, and strengthens the overall economic fabric of the nation. Economic development forms the backbone of any country's progress, and a robust financial system is key to achieving it. Additionally, industrial development plays a vital role in accelerating economic growth. It involves expanding a nation's industrial base, infrastructure, and production capacity. This growth leads to urbanization, job creation, technological advancement, and social transformation. However, without strong financial infrastructure and inclusive policies, even the best industrial efforts may fall short. Therefore, financial inclusion and industrial development must go hand-in-hand to ensure sustainable and equitable progress.
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.15432096
Language: English
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6912186530
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