Gender wage disparity and economic prosperity in Pakistan

The present study is designed to examine the relationship between wage inequalities and economic prosperity in case of Pakistan. Using provincial-level data for years 2000 2020, estimated a multivariate regression model by employing Auto Regressive Distributive Lag (ARDL) pooled mean group (PMG) technique. results reveal that inequality, government development spending, labor force participation, human significantly affect prosperity. It concluded gender disparity market main hurdle wellbeing masses country. Reducing differences wages will enhance overall private sector should take collaborative measures reduce disparities male female workforce. also suggests increase expenditure, especially on health, education, social infrastructure,