Question Q19GS2GS2

Women often form the backbone of grassroots movements in India, yet they remain largely invisible and excluded from the decision-making process. Examine.

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The SHGs and Empowerment complex in Heavy district of Karnataka run by female guides by female IAS - No Una Maladiyanindicating a convergence of the fact that 'women from the backbone of grassroots movement in India'. But there is an invisibility in decision making process. ExhibitPanchayati Raj SystemLaw of 5 boardroom direction are women ← a low numberLFPR: only 37% compared to status average of G5Y.

Why the Invisibility & Exclusion: From Decision Making. (1) Patriarchy: Not allowing women to even speak in some areas. (2) Education divide: Women's literacy rate remains around 65% lower than men. (3) Stereotype: Prejudices of women not being good leaders in decision makers. (4) Lack of Role Models: Except in facilities like Ela Bhatt and Sangini Naideu there are not many to look forward to. (5) Election dominance: Women are often shy or forced to be silent in front of elders due to patriarchy. (6) Lack of Activism: Women groups are often suppressed by their husbands from making any objective to stand out.

But the scenario is changing.Cadu: Labeled movement families involved in SHG activities.Nisrine: New BureaucratEnvironmental stewardshipStock sitting.Jay SahabIn Bundelkhand, HonsWomen led development. ii) SHG bank mayeirMaking women financially empowered. Way Aheadi) To involve women in decision making it shouldProvide main educationParliamentary Rule ModelsFinancial independenceSHG.Statutory SupportAmendment for women in LS & State AssemblyReducing Digital Divide SDG5 or ideas are explicit in this regard. An Nexus called - 'Listen women grow, in nation grows'.

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ABHISHEK CHAUHAN

AIR 1022025

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GS2GS2

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Development Processes - Role of NGOs, SHGs, Donors, and other Stakeholders

NGOs and SHGs

Women's Role in Grassroots Movements

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