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Title:
Assessing the Efficacy of Gender Equality Schemes in Rural India: Educational and Economic Impacts on Women

Authors:
Sunehri Shah

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Sunehri Shah
Welham Girls School Dehradun India

MLA 8
Shah, Sunehri. "Assessing the Efficacy of Gender Equality Schemes in Rural India: Educational and Economic Impacts on Women." Int. j. of Social Science and Economic Research, vol. 9, no. 11, Nov. 2024, pp. 5229-5236, doi.org/10.46609/IJSSER.2024.v09i11.017. Accessed Nov. 2024.
APA 6
Shah, S. (2024, November). Assessing the Efficacy of Gender Equality Schemes in Rural India: Educational and Economic Impacts on Women. Int. j. of Social Science and Economic Research, 9(11), 5229-5236. Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.46609/IJSSER.2024.v09i11.017
Chicago
Shah, Sunehri. "Assessing the Efficacy of Gender Equality Schemes in Rural India: Educational and Economic Impacts on Women." Int. j. of Social Science and Economic Research 9, no. 11 (November 2024), 5229-5236. Accessed November, 2024. https://doi.org/10.46609/IJSSER.2024.v09i11.017.

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ABSTRACT:
In India, rural women are often viewed as an invisible lifeline, yet systemic challenges severely limit their economic and educational opportunities. These challenges include unpaid labor, restricted access to education, and the compounded effects of gender, caste, and poverty. This paper analyzes the effectiveness of government initiatives that empower rural women, such as the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) and the Mahila Samakhya (MS) scheme, as well as channels like Self-Help Groups (SHGs), assessing both their successes and shortcomings in this complex landscape. It also explores the impact of educational policies and vocational training programs on enhancing women's skills and economic independence. Ultimately, the study advocates for a holistic approach that recognizes the diverse needs of rural women, encourages their active participation in policy development, and fosters collaboration among stakeholders. Such strategies can dismantle existing barriers and promote sustainable gender equality in rural India to ensure that women can lead independent and fulfilling lives.

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