This compendium of 27 papers, presented at a national seminar, organized by Lakhimpur Commerce College, Assam, attempts to address the issue of women empowerment in India, with special reference to the North-East region. Contextualizing gender and work, it examines the role of Self-Help Groups in the empowerment of women. Taking a close look at the employment opportunities for women in rural economy, it discusses at length the participation of women in rural ...
