Education and bank usage rise among Telangana women, yet nearly 1 in 3 report spousal violence
The National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) reveals that women in Telangana are achieving greater educational and financial empowerment. However, the survey also indicates that nearly one in three ever-married women report experiencing spousal violence. Despite improvements in various areas, violence against women remains a significant issue in the state.
- ▪51.1% of women in Telangana have completed 10 or more years of schooling, an increase from 45.5% in the previous survey.
- ▪64.8% of women in Telangana reported having ever used the internet, a significant rise from 26.5%.
- ▪30.8% of ever-married women aged 18 to 49 years in Telangana have experienced spousal violence, despite a decrease from 37.2% in the previous survey.
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Women in Telangana are more educated, digitally connected and financially empowered than ever before, according to findings from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6). Yet, the survey also highlights a stark reality: nearly one in three ever-married women in the State report having experienced spousal violence.The survey, released by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, paints a picture of social progress across a range of indicators related to women’s education, access to technology, financial inclusion and participation in household decision-making.
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