India ranks 131st globally in gender parity, showing economic progress but political setbacks.

India ranks 131st out of 148 countries in the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Index 2025, scoring 64.1% in gender parity. The country has improved in economic participation and opportunity, but has seen a decline in political empowerment, with female representation in parliament dropping to 13.8%. India's neighbors, including Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, rank higher. Full gender equality in India is projected to take another 123 years at the current rate.