Investigating the Link between Financial Development and Poverty Reduction in Pakistan through Financial Inclusion

The goal of this study is to determine how financial inclusion and development have affected Pakistan's efforts reduce poverty. ARDL method used analyze time series data from 2000 2020. To measure inclusion, the constructs an index using number depositors, institutions, ATMs, borrowers. credit private sector as a percentage GDP development, while inflation real interest rate are included additional variables. findings indicate that both significant effect on reducing In addition, results show positive relationship with These suggest availability services can lead poverty reduction overall societal welfare.