Question

What is one of the major barriers to women’s economic empowerment in developing countries?

• A. Equal access to education
• B. Gender wage parity
• C. Unequal access to financial services and resources
• D. High representation of women in leadership roles

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Unequal access to financial services and resources

One of the significant barriers to women’s economic empowerment is their unequal access to financial services, such as credit, loans, and property rights. Women in many developing countries face legal, social, and institutional barriers that limit their ability to participate fully in economic activities.