A recent report from the State Bank of India reveals a significant rise in women's participation in India's formal economy. The findings show that one-fifth of Goods and Services Tax (GST) registered entities now include at least one woman, with 14% being entirely women-led. This trend highlights growing female entrepreneurship and engagement in sectors like taxation, banking, and business ownership.
A new research report released by the State Bank of India (SBI) has spotlighted the rising participation of women in India's formal economic landscape, with key indicators showing a steady increase in female representation in tax compliance, banking, and business ownership.
According to the report, 20% of GST registered entities in India now include at least one female taxpayer, while 14% comprise entirely female taxpayers. This data reflects a significant shift towards women-led entrepreneursh
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FAQ :
According to the SBI report, 20% of GST registered entities in India include at least one female taxpayer, and 14% are entirely run by women.
As of May 31, 2025, India has over 1.52 crore active GST registrations.
The SBI report indicates a steady increase in female representation in tax compliance, banking, and business ownership, reflecting growing women-led entrepreneurship.
Women hold 40% of India's total bank deposits.
Monthly gross GST collections have doubled in five years, surpassing Rs 2 lakh crore.
Yes, the report found that price variations across states have narrowed, indicating GST's role in harmonising price levels nationwide.