ROLE OF WOMEN DECISION MAKING AND WOMEN’S MOBILITY IN THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MICROFINANCE AVAILABILITY AND WOMEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP ADOPTION.

In India, women’s participation in entrepreneurial activity is minimal. The contribution of women is only 20.37 percent, whereas the contribution of men is 79.63 percent. This poor contribution by women translates into a low contribution to national economic growth. To address this issue, the current study examined the adoption of women entrepreneurship (WE) by MFIs. This study aims to examine the impact of microfinance institutions (MFIs) on WE in the Indian state of Telangana. In addition, the mediating function of women’s decision-making and mobility in WE was investigated. With the assistance of a survey conducted among the female clientele of MFIs in India, the study’s purpose is attained. Utilizing a questionnaire survey, information is gathered. To examine the data, structural equation modeling (SEM) is employed. According to the findings, MFIs play a significant role in promoting WE adoption in India. Women’s minimal participation in economic activity can be addressed by providing diverse financial services to female entrepreneurs. The study’s results revealed significant findings with theoretical and practical ramifications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]