| Traditionally, women in Indian society suffer from various social and cultural handicaps and it is felt that unless the women are sufficiently empowered, the socio-economic development may be difficult to achieve; centuries old social practices, beliefs, attitudes and biases – against the women may be difficult to overcome in a short period of time. Education is a milestone for women empowerment as it will be used as an agent of basic change in the status of women. It was said that education is one of the most important means of empowering women with the knowledge, skills and self-confidence necessary and to ensure equal participation in the development process for economic independence. Educating women benefits the whole society women are almost half the working force and therefore must be tapped as a human resource. Women are the backbone of a society but unlike men they have a continuous proving to do – both at home and office. Women have always worked but in modern society they have the right to obtain jobs and promotions without the help or permission of men. In today's world of increased competition and over busy schedule, women are marching of equal pace with men. There is no field untouched by women. They work hard and try to maintain balance between their personal and professional life. But various factors make them lead a stressful life. |