International Journal of Development in Social Sciences and Humanities

The main purpose of this research paper is to acquire the understanding of significance of education in leading to progression of women. Through the acquisition of education, one is able to generate awareness in terms of various aspects that are required to lead to progression. Within the country, before it achieved its independence, education of women was not given much consideration. But after the country achieved its independence, there were improvements made about in the system of education. In addition, women were encouraged towards acquisition of education. In the present existence, women are turning out to be professionals and are employed in various fields. Hence, through the acquisition of education, they are leading to progression. The main areas that have been taken into account in this research paper include, history of women’s education, higher education in India, women’s disciplinary choices, challenges experienced by women in acquisition of education and measures to improve education among women.