More couples are double income couples now
‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’. This slogan has created quite a stir in recent times. There has been a steady rise in the female literacy rate. However, India still has a long way to go. India ranks 120th among 131 nations in female workforce, says a World Bank report. Our country has one of the lowest female participations in the workforce.
This female workforce shrinks further after marriage. As a result, in India we have a very small group of ‘Double Income Couples’.
Related reading: How to be financially independent as a married woman
What is a ‘Double Income Couple’?
Any couple where both partners have separate sources of income belongs to the ‘Double Income Couple’ group.
A couple friend of mine have issues on how they should divide their monies. Also they fight a lot about it. The girl wants to give her parents and my friend is not okay with it. However much we may say about progressive India, this is still a huge issue. Liked your piece ma’am.
This is very important one!
Every couple must read the piece as managing finances is very crucial in a relationship and if the finances are not managed effectively it can lead to disagreements in a relationship.
It’s a must-read!