Question 15GS2GS2

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.

Introduction

The most effective way for development is 'Women Empowerment' - Kofi Annan. It was in this light that Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao scheme was launched in 2015.

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Main Body

The most effective way for development is 'Women Empowerment' - Kofi Annan. It was in this light that Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao scheme was launched in 2015. # SUCCESS ACHIEVED: 1) Societal Perception changed Daughter not a burden, but an asset. Eg. Awareness by NGOs like 'Goopy' 2) Empowerment of Girl child i) Greater enrolment in education Eg. As per MoE, More girls opting for STEM rather than arts.

ii) Improved health indicators through ICDS, Aaganwadi, POSHAN. iii) Financial security - 'Sukanya Samriddhi bank account' ⇒ Yet, Issues Remain: 1) India lacks Women Safety Eg. 80 rapes everyday on an average (as per NCRB-2022) 2) Labour force participation SHU low at 31.5% (as per PLFS) 3) Sex ratio still dismal (as referred by economic survey) giving rise to female infanticides and unwanted girls. 4) Sex Ratio still dismal Delhi878/1000 males Haryana864

5Child Marriage prevalent Eg. As per UNOP → 1 in 3 girl married before 18. # MEASURES NEEDED: 1) Leverage NGO support for public awareness Eg. 'Forum for Women' 2) Gender Inclusion Fund (NEP-2020) must be fully utilized. 3) Women safety must be ensured Eg. One-stop centres, SHE-Box

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Conclusion

A Nation cannot succeed by sidelining girls; as a Bird cannot fly on only one wing - Swami Vivekananda

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Topper

Rasneet Kaur

AIR 51

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections - Performance, Mechanisms, Laws and Institutions

Women's Social Capital

Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme and girl child empowerment

Writing Stats

240

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analytical

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