Uncover the profound economic contribution of Indian women’s unpaid work. This book presents vital empirical research from Odisha, offering a groundbreaking perspective on valuing the countless hours spent on household duties—work often excluded from national economic systems. Through integrated macro and micro-level analyses, it quantifies these invisible efforts, revealing their true economic significance. Essential reading for academics, researchers, and anyone in India interested in gender economics, social accounting, and recognizing women’s true economic value and empowerment.