India, Feb. 21 -- Well, we know that women are from Venus, and men are from Mars. This rigid and long-standing truth, which is applicable across areas, finds a resonance and momentum even in issues like aspirations. The eighth All-India Aspiration Index by BankBazaar clearly shows the gap between what men desire, and what women want. For instance, "While the overall Aspiration-Readiness Gap has narrowed, the gap for women has widened in 2025. compared to. men." This implies that while the women want more than men, the former are not ready to achieve the aims and objectives. The empowerment works to enhance the wishes, but perhaps not the means to grab them quickly.

Despite having consistently higher aspirations, women continue to show lo...