Women Empowerment through Higher Education
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.61506/01.00205Keywords:
Empowerment, Higher EducationAbstract
Pakistan, with a population of nearly 227 million people, stands in the fifth position among the world's most populous countries. This population is relatively evenly distributed between genders, with 49.2 percent being female and 50.8 percent male. According to estimates for the year 2023, Pakistan's population is anticipated to have grown to approximately 240,485,658 individuals. This number reflects Pakistan's representation at 2.99 percent of the total global population, firmly solidifying its rank among the top countries and their dependencies by population. In Pakistan, women make up approximately 49.2% of the total population. However, when we assess the current status of Pakistani women in comparison to women in other countries worldwide, it becomes evident that the situation is far from satisfactory and often falls into the category of one of the most challenging scenarios. Pakistani women often encounter a multitude of barriers on their path to success, including illiteracy, domestic violence, a lack of motivation and support, and various other obstacles. Pakistan remains a society where male dominance prevails, and achieving gender equality is crucial for the nation's overall development. Empowering women, particularly through higher education, plays a pivotal role in achieving this objective.
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