This study investigates the potential of information and communication technology (ICT) to bridge the divide between technological progress and traditional knowledge systems in order to empower women in India. It examines how ICT-based initiatives can enhance women's agency and social participation by improving access to education, economic prospects, and healthcare services. The research underscores ICT as a transformative medium that enables women to obtain information, exchange knowledge, and engage with wider markets. The study highlights women's significant role as custodians of cultural heritage and acknowledges their contributions across sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, and handicrafts. It further explores the integration of traditional skills, including artisanal crafts and agricultural practices, with digital platforms, thereby facilitating broader market access while supporting the preservation of cultural traditions. Using a qualitative approach along with secondary data sources, the research provides a comprehensive analysis of this intersection. Additionally, the study identifies key challenges, including infrastructural constraints and gaps in digital literacy, and proposes practical solutions to address these barriers. The findings indicate that linking traditional knowledge with modern technological frameworks not only encourages innovation but also advances gender equality and sustainable development. The paper concludes with policy-oriented recommendations for effectively leveraging ICT to reinforce women's roles in safeguarding cultural heritage while contributing to contemporary socio-economic progress. Overall, the research advocates an integrated approach that combines technological advancement with traditional wisdom to promote gender equity and sustainable development in India.
Singh et al. (Mon,) studied this question.