Context:
The Maharashtra government has decided to take action based on complaints about bogus beneficiaries of the Ladki Bahin Yojana, and sought information from the Income Tax Department and Transport Department for their verification.
Ladki Behna Yojana: Maharashtra
Ladki Behna Yojana in Maharashtra: This scheme gives the state, from an economic standpoint, hope and a prospect to improve and transform the lot of women here, especially for economically weaker classes.
- Objective
- Provides financial support for girls and women from young age till adulthood in terms of education, health, and empowering themselves.
- Furthermore, reduces gender bias and encourages the promotion of education while empowering women to play their rightful role in society.
Some Important Schemes Related to Women Empowerment and Child Development:
| Scheme Name | Launch Date | Ministry | Definition |
|---|---|---|---|
| PM CARES for Children Scheme | May 2021 | Ministry of Women and Child Development | Provides support to children who lost their parents due to COVID-19, covering education, health, and personal needs. |
| Pradhan Mantri Gati Shakti National Master Plan | October 2021 | Ministry of Finance | An integrated infrastructure development plan that enhances connectivity and promotes economic growth, benefiting rural women and children. |
| Poshan 2.0 (National Nutrition Mission) | 2021 | Ministry of Women and Child Development | A revamped version of the Poshan Abhiyaan, targeting malnutrition, stunting, and improving child and maternal health. |
| Mission Shakti | 2020-2021 | Ministry of Women and Child Development | Empowers women through safety, security, economic empowerment, and improved decision-making opportunities. |
| SAMBAL | 2020 | Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment | Aimed at providing financial assistance and schemes for marginalized communities, including women, for their upliftment. |
| Poshan Abhiyaan | 2018 | Ministry of Women and Child Development | Aimed at reducing malnutrition levels among children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers through improved nutritional practices. |
| Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) | 2017 | Ministry of Women and Child Development | Provides direct cash transfers to pregnant women for their nutritional needs and improving maternal health. |
| Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) | 2015 | Ministry of Women and Child Development | A national initiative aimed at improving the welfare of the girl child, promoting education, and preventing gender-based discrimination. |
| One Stop Centre Scheme (OSC) | 2015 | Ministry of Women and Child Development | Provides support to women affected by violence by offering legal, medical, and psychological assistance. |
| Swadhar Greh Scheme | 2015 | Ministry of Women and Child Development | Provides shelter, food, and rehabilitation to women in distress, including those who are victims of violence, trafficking, and more. |
| Ujjwala Yojana | 2016 | Ministry of Women and Child Development | Provides financial assistance to women to prevent trafficking and provide shelter and rehabilitation. |
| Integrated Child Protection Scheme (ICPS) | 2009 | Ministry of Women and Child Development | Aims to provide a safe and secure environment for children, promoting their welfare through protection and care services. |
| Skill Development Scheme for Women | 2013 | Ministry of Women and Child Development | Focuses on enhancing the skills of women, enabling them to participate in the workforce and improve their livelihood options. |
| National Creche Scheme | 2006 | Ministry of Women and Child Development | Provides day-care facilities for children of working mothers to ensure their health, education, and overall development. |
| Rashtriya Mahila Kosh (RMK) | 1993 | Ministry of Women and Child Development | Provides micro-financing to women, enabling them to become self-reliant through small-scale entrepreneurship. |
