Impact of Female Education on the Economic Growth: A Case Study of Pakistan

The study emphasizes that closing the gender gap in education enhances individual economic opportunities and contributes significantly to national development. Educated women are more likely to enter higher-paying professions, improve household well-being, and make informed health and family planning decisions. Similarly, investing in male education fosters a more competitive and innovative workforce, driving technological advancements and industrial growth. To maximize these benefits, it is essential to implement targeted policies that improve access to quality education and align educational programs with labour market demands. A well-educated population strengthens economic resilience, reduces income inequality, and paves the way for long-term prosperity in Pakistan.

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Journal of Asian Development Studies
Published
2025-02-01
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https://doi.org/10.62345/jads.2025.14.1.16
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6
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Poverty, Education, and Child Welfare
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Impact of Female Education on the Economic Growth: A Case Study of Pakistan

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Journal of Asian Development Studies
Poverty, Education, and Child Welfare
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Impact of Female Education on the Economic Growth: A Case Study of Pakistan

Kamran Khan, Muhammad Uzair, Aykut Gül, Syed Asad Ali Shah, Shafiq Ullah, Muhammad Ismail, Muhammad Amjad
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Abstract

The study emphasizes that closing the gender gap in education enhances individual economic opportunities and contributes significantly to national development. Educated women are more likely to enter higher-paying professions, improve household well-being, and make informed health and family planning decisions. Similarly, investing in male education fosters a more competitive and innovative workforce, driving technological advancements and industrial growth. To maximize these benefits, it is essential to implement targeted policies that improve access to quality education and align educational programs with labour market demands. A well-educated population strengthens economic resilience, reduces income inequality, and paves the way for long-term prosperity in Pakistan.

Journal of Asian Development StudiesVol. 14(1)
Shanxi University of Finance and Economics (CN), Kohat University of Science and Technology (PK), Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PK), BPP University (GB), University of Peshawar (PK)
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