To what extent has the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme, launched in 2015, succeeded in addressing the declining child sex ratio and empowering the girl child? Suggest measures to enhance its impact at the grassroots level. (Answer in 250 words)
Introduction
BBBP scheme has completed 10 years of its inception from Haryana. Although it has led to change in mindset of people, yet true effect on ground is yet to be seen.
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Main Body
BBBP scheme has completed 10 years of its inception from Haryana. Although it has led to change in mindset of people, yet true effect on ground is yet to be seen.
Impact of BBBP scheme on:
(i) 2011 Census – 919, some reports like that by NGOs suggest improvement
(II) Empowering girl child
(g) Balika Panchayat concept by Haryana Sarjanch.
(g) PM-KIRAN scheme – STEM field startup Stand up India scheme.
However, there are some challenges remaining:
Challenges in BBBP
(g) Odisha Balasore case
(p) An accused in stalking case appointed law officer in Haryana.
Measures needed to enhance impact:
(g) He 4 She campaign
(g) Nari Shakti Puraskar
Stringent application of PCPNDT Act where quads are arrested will surely serve the purpose of BBBP.
Conclusion
Stringent application of PCPNDT Act where quads are arrested will surely serve the purpose of BBBP.
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- Clear identification of scheme impacts
- Reference to PCPNDT Act
- Mentions complementary schemes
- Comprehensive coverage of empowerment aspects
- Identifies challenges with examples
- Links to safety and workplace concerns
- Mentions role models and economic schemes
- Identifies male engagement as key
- Links enforcement to outcomes
- References relevant schemes
Ananya Rana
Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections
Women's empowerment schemes
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme effectiveness
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