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Women SHGs and Microfinance

Women SHGs and Microfinance: A Pathway to Overcome Gender Inequality and Poverty

Introduction Gender inequality, poverty, and malnutrition are three interlinked social challenges that continue to affect the socio-economic fabric of developing nations like India. These problems are not isolated; they reinforce one another, creating a vicious cycle that traps women and marginalized communities in conditions of deprivation and underdevelopment. Poverty limits access to food, healthcare, and…

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Beyond Education, Patriarchal Attitudes Towards Women in India

Beyond Education: Interventions to Transform Patriarchal Attitudes Towards Women in India

Introduction Since India gained independence in 1947, women have made remarkable strides across multiple domains, from politics and academia to business, science, and sports. Icons like Indira Gandhi, Kalpana Chawla, Kiran Bedi, and Mary Kom have demonstrated that women are equally capable of excelling in fields traditionally dominated by men. Despite these achievements, the social…

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Benefits for Women in the Indian Budget 2025

The Indian Union Budget 2025, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, brings forth a series of bold and progressive measures designed to empower women, foster gender equality, and ensure their holistic development. Recognizing that women constitute a crucial pillar of the nation’s socio-economic framework, the government has included a comprehensive set of initiatives aimed at…

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