> If India could get female employment up to the same rate as Sweden (69%) it could potentially generate an extra $7 trillion – approximately 79% of India’s GDP.<p>Sounds like "more blood for the blood god" - treating employment as an inherent good. The opportunity to work is good, but being compelled to work due to economic conditions isn't. A few people <i>get</i> to work on fulfilling careers, but most people <i>have</i> to work, despite how it's being sold.