The Indian Army and Centre have rebutted allegations of discrimination and gender bias in the promotion of women officers to the post of colonel vis-a-vis their male counterparts, underlining that the army has acted in the interest of gender neutrality without compromising on merit or previous po

Women experience disadvantage and oppression differentially, based on their status, context and location.

Although female labour force participation is a growth driver, participation rates suggest a country’s potential for faster growth.