A lot has been said and written about India’s education system and how it has produced innumerable thought leaders, including a number of top executives in today’s leading organizations. Although it might seem like the education landscape is the same for all citizens of the country, ground reality is quite different. Until recently, many girls didn't even finish basic schooling, and even today, countless are deprived of this basic right. While many initiatives have been taken by the government and NGOs working for education and women’s rights, quality education continues to be a distant dream for countless girls and women in India, especially in marginalised communities. Although significant ground has been covered, a lot more needs to be done. In this article, we have laid out 5 steps to improve the education landscape for women. A Strong Foundation for Early Development Early childhood disadvantages are difficult to reverse, but with the right ECD (Early Childhood Development)