These findings support the view that returns to education are likely to be seen outside of agriculture, and thus the government should encourage more nonfarm activities in the countryside so that households can increase income without relocating to cities. These include entrepreneurial activities such as trading and small machine shops. Government creation of new jobs in rural areas for women, such as teachers and primary health workers, can provide opportunities for educated women to realize returns to their human capital. Removing barriers to women's participation in economic activities would then encourage parents to invest further in girls' education and nutrition. Download full-text discussion paper .
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