• Dr.Anu Antony

Women are integral part of every economy. All round development and mellifluous growth of a nation is possible only when women are considered as equal partners in progress with men. Empowerment of women is a holistic concept. It is multi-dimensional in its approach and covers economic, political, social or cultural, personal and familial aspects. Of all these facets of women development, economic empowerment is of utmost significance in order to achieve a lasting and sustainable development of society. Micro finance is defined as any activity that includes the provision of financial services such as credit, savings and insurance to low income individuals with the goal of creating social value. It is not just a financial system, but a tool for social change, especially for women. The study is descriptive in nature and is a combination of primary and secondary data. Random method has been used for selecting the respondents. The sample size consists of 60 respondents. This study gives a broad insight on knowing the role of Microfinance units on the economic and social empowerment of women particularly in Changanacherry Municipality. The finding could serve as a guideline in formulating further policies for the performance of microfinance units. Key words; Micro-finance, Economy, Women Empowerment, Financial System, Societal Empowerment.

"A STUDY ON THE ROLE OF MICROFINANCE UNITS ON THE ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL EMPOWERMENT OF WOMEN”", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.8, Issue 10, page no.d1-d8, October-2021, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2110301.pdf

"A STUDY ON THE ROLE OF MICROFINANCE UNITS ON THE ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL EMPOWERMENT OF WOMEN”", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.8, Issue 10, page no. ppd1-d8, October-2021, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2110301.pdf