New Delhi, March 21 -- Ask any working woman today and she will tell you that she does not enjoy being dependent on anyone. We have come a long way from maintaining our homes and hearths, to becoming self-sufficient earners with well-kept houses, and we even help our families make important money-related decisions.

But still, many women stutter when it comes to investing. "What if I lose money? I do not know all those money words. Is it something men are supposed to do?" are some aspects that come to mind.

Financial independence is crucial for long-term security, yet societal conditioning, lack of exposure, and fear of risk often hold women back from taking control of their investments. The good news? These barriers can be broken with a...