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Gender equality and women's empowerment are critical imperatives for achieving sustainable development and inclusive growth in India. Education plays a central role in advancing gender equality by empowering women with knowledge, skills, and opportunities for socio-economic advancement. This research article aims to explore the multifaceted relationship between education and the empowerment of women in India. This paper examines the role of education in women's empowerment in India, drawing on empirical evidence and scholarly research to explore key findings, challenges, and future directions. Despite progress made in promoting girls' education, significant gender disparities persist, particularly in access to quality education, retention rates, and learning outcomes. Socio-cultural norms, economic constraints, infrastructure deficits, and safety concerns continue to pose barriers to girls' education and women's empowerment. However, successful initiatives such as Project Nanhi Kali, Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV) Scheme, and Educate Girls demonstrate the transformative impact of targeted interventions and community engagement in promoting girls' education and empowering women. Future research should adopt an intersectional approach, conduct longitudinal studies, and rigorously evaluate the impact of interventions to inform evidence-based policy action. Recommendations include addressing structural barriers, adopting empowerment approaches, fostering multi-stakeholder partnerships, and enhancing data collection and monitoring systems. By prioritizing these recommendations, India can build on existing progress and accelerate efforts towards achieving greater gender equality and women's empowerment, thereby unlocking the full potential of its human capital and fostering inclusive development.