Abstract
Financial Inclusion is considered an important means to realize the goal of inclusive economic growth. Present study examines the state of financial inclusion and its significance for inclusive growth in Pakistan. Empirical analysis suggests that Pakistan lags behind other countries vis-à-vis financial inclusion. The study utilizes probit estimation technique to find out the determinants of financial inclusion in Pakistan. It also investigates the relationship between perceived barriers to financial inclusion and individual characteristics. Determinants of various sources of borrowing are also investigated. Education level, income and gender discrimination are found to be important determining factors of financial inclusion. The results suggest that lack of money and requisite formalities are significant barriers to access financial services. It emphasizes comprehensive & easy financial access to all segments of society to promote and enhance sustainable inclusive economic growth to benefit all
Author(s):
KALSOOM ZULFIQAR
Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Economics, University of the Punjab, Lahore
Pakistan
- sakoang@yahoo.ca
MUHAMMAD ASLAM CHAUDHARY
Professor of EconomicsThe University of Lahore, Lahore – Pakistan
Pakistan
- aslamchm@hotmail.com
ARIBAH ASLAM
Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Economics, The University of Lahore, Lahore – Pakistan.
Pakistan
Details:
Type: | Articles |
Volume: | 54 |
Issue: | 2 |
Language: | English |
Id: | 6073d8f4eedd6 |
Pages | 297 - 325 |
Published | December 31, 2016 |

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