Vol. 6, Issue 3, Part C (2020)

Abstract
This paper attempts to explore the role of meaningful employment for enhancing the quality of life. Globally all the academicians, politicians, developmental economists and social scientists are concerned with enhancing the possibilities and capabilities of human beings so that they can spend their life in a qualitative and desirable way. Quality of life is complex and broader term which has many dimensions such as long and healthy life, education and decent standard of living. The stability of the job, pay according to the work, recognition of the ability, fair treatment by employer and all such conditions which contribute to economic prosperity of an individual and this in turn leads to high quality of life. The paper seeks to highlight the role of meaningful employment in enhancing the quality of life through job satisfaction, fulfillment of basic needs and satisfaction of social and psychological needs of an individual. Quality of individual lives is critical for the overall development of any nation especially in this globalized world.