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VOL. 11, ISSUE 11 (2025)
Technology-Driven innovation and Women’s empowerment: Evidence from Indian Entrepreneurship Ecosystems
Authors
Priyanka
Abstract
Women’s entrepreneurship has emerged as a vital driver of economic
growth and social empowerment in India. The rapid advancement of technology and
innovation provides unprecedented opportunities for women to transition from
traditional roles to creative problem-solvers and business leaders. This study
examines the relationship between technology adoption, innovation practices,
and women’s entrepreneurial empowerment using secondary data from 2015–2024,
sourced from government reports, Startup India Dashboard, NITI Aayog Women
Entrepreneurship Platform, NSSO, GEM India, and World Bank Enterprise Surveys.
A conceptual framework grounded in the Resource-Based View, Empowerment Theory,
and Social Capital Theory was developed, highlighting the moderating role of
digital literacy, government support programs, and social networks.
Descriptive, correlation, regression, and moderation analyses reveal that
technology adoption significantly enhances innovation practices, which in turn
positively influence empowerment outcomes. Government programs and social
networks strengthen these relationships, while digital literacy enables more
effective use of technological tools. The findings underscore the importance of
an integrated ecosystem approach—combining digital skills development, policy
support, innovation promotion, and social networking—to foster sustainable
women entrepreneurship. Policy recommendations include expanding digital
literacy programs, strengthening mentorship networks, and leveraging government
initiatives to create inclusive opportunities for women entrepreneurs. This
study contributes empirical evidence on how technology and innovation serve as
catalysts for women’s empowerment and provides actionable insights for
policymakers, practitioners, and researchers in emerging economies.
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Pages:80-88
How to cite this article:
Priyanka "Technology-Driven innovation and Women’s empowerment: Evidence from Indian Entrepreneurship Ecosystems". International Journal of Commerce and Management Research, Vol 11, Issue 11, 2025, Pages 80-88
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