Women with Bank Account Used Independently
Over 80% of women in southern states have and use a bank account independently; in Bihar under 30%.
Policy implication
Financial inclusion for women is not about account opening (Jan Dhan) — it's about independent usage and control.
NFHS-5 2019-21Genderbank accountsfinancial inclusiongender
Source: NFHS-5 (2019-21). See the methodology for notes and limitations.
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