• January to March 2026 Article ID: NSS9704 Impact Factor:8.05 Cite Score:75 Download: 1 DOI: https://doi.org/ View PDf

    A Comparative Study on the Financial and Spending Behaviour of Working and Non-Working Women

      Dr. G. L. Khagode
        Assistant Professor, PMCoE Madhav Arts and Commerce College, Ujjain (M.P.)
      Milind Dandawate
        Research Scholar, Samrat Vikramaditya University, Ujjain (M.P.)

Abstract: This research paper tries to find how financial independence gained through the self-income genration affects the spending, saving, and budgeting behaviour of women. It focuses on a comparative study of working and non-working women. Financial independence gives women more control over their money and influences their financial decisions. Non-working women, who may rely on spouses or family for money, have limited control over financial choices. Using secondary data collected from reports, surveys, articles, and existing research, this study highlights the differences in money management between these two groups. It also discusses the role of financial literacy, social norms, and economic empowerment. The goal is to provide insights into how financial independence changes women's approach to money and how better financial education can support both working and non-working women in making informed decisions.

Keywords: Financial Independence, Spending Behaviour, Working Women, Non-Working Women.