The term happiness quotient (HQ) unlike IQ, EQ, SQ and AQ is still struggling to be accepted as standardized concept in psychology or social sciences.  Since happiness is complex and subjective, therefore, there is no universally accepted formula or measurement for happiness quotient. The arithmetic formula Dividend ÷ Divisor = Quotient can’t simply be applied to happiness because of paradoxical nature of happiness. Firstly, ‘Happiness is something that multiplies when it is divided.’ Secondly, ‘Happiness is found by giving it away.’ Thirdly, ‘The more we wish to be happy, the less likely we succeed.’  Above all, it is difficult to quantify happiness. The levels of happiness range from ‘laetus, felix, beatitudo and sublime beatitude.’ Experience of happiness varies from pleasure, delight, joy to ecstatic bliss. These attributes of happiness make it a herculean task to assess the happiness quotient. When happiness is discussed in context of women and that too Indian women, it becomes more intricate and multifaceted concept because Indian women are conditioned to relate their happiness to that of their male counterparts and family. Still Happiness quotient can be sensed by considering the emotional, physical, spiritual, environmental, social, occupational, and intellectual aspects of one’s life. This research paper is a humble attempt to examine women’s well-being that is more nuanced and inclusive, considering a broader range of variables and experiences that contribute to their happiness.

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Keywords: Happiness Quotient, Social Conditioning, Genetic Orientation, Intentional Activities.