8 Game-Changing Govt Women Empowerment Schemes In India
Govt Schemes For Women Empowerment
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Women Empowerment is like helping women grow and be a part of important decisions. It's about giving them the same chances to learn and succeed in society, and saying no to treating them unfairly just because of their gender. Here are some programs in India that are all about making women stronger and more independent.
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana
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The Central Government initiated the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It started on May 1, 2016, and aims to provide free cooking gas connections to poor families. This helps both rural and urban Below Poverty Line (BPL) families so that they can benefit from it.
Sukanya Samriddhi Scheme
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Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
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In 2019, the government announced the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana. The purpose of this program is to give moms and other pregnant and nursing women financial support so they can prioritize their own and their children's health. Under the plan, women who are expecting or nursing can receive up to Rs 6000 in cash help.
Women Entrepreneurship Fund Scheme
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Mahila Shakti Kendras
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Nari Shakti Puraskar
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One-Stop Centre Scheme
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The Women Empowerment Scheme, known as the One-Stop Centre Scheme, was launched in 2015 to help women facing violence, whether it happens at home or in public. This program aims to assist women in reporting incidents by helping them file First Information Reports (FIR/NCR) and provides emotional support through counseling services.
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme
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