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Breaking Barriers: An Analytical Study of the Challenges Faced by Rural Women Entrepreneurs in India

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This paper explores the key challenges faced by rural women entrepreneurs in India and analyzes the structural, financial, digital, and cultural constraints that hinder their entrepreneurial journeys. Drawing from secondary data, policy documents, and peer-reviewed literature, the study examines factors such as lack of education, restricted access to credit, digital illiteracy, and patriarchal social norms. The paper evaluates existing government interventions including MUDRA, NRLM, and Stand-Up India, highlighting implementation gaps. Recommendations include strengthening digital literacy, improving finance access, enhancing market linkages, and building inclusive rural entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17606264

Author: SULTANA, MEHFUZA

Language: English

Topic: Microfinance and Financial Inclusion

Subfield: Economics and Econometrics

Field: Economics, Econometrics and Finance

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Decent work and economic growth, Gender equality, Reduced inequalities, No poverty, Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7105744606

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