Empowerment of women in education and its part in society-building By Jaya Pathak For achievement of social progress and sustainable development, women empowerment is essential. education is the prime source which will help in promotion of women empowerment in the society.  it has the potential to provide the necessary skills, knowledge and opportunities which is required for personal as well as professional growth. Due to prevailing gender discrepancies in society, educational opportunities are limited to girls especially in rural areas. There are various barriers such as poverty, early marriage, socio cultural norms, lack of awareness, patriarchal notion and violence against women. Education is the bulb which can light up the decision-making ability, self confidence and self-esteem in women. Education not only promotes literacy among women but it also provides them job opportunity which...