In 2024, women from how many states accounted for 49% of all self-monitoring female borrowers in India?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Status of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Women's Empowerment (2024) -
According to various economic and social reports for the year 2024 (such as the 'Lakhpati Didi' initiative and data from the Ministry of Rural Development), a large proportion of women involved in self-help groups (SHGs) in India are concentrated in a few select states.
Key Statistics: Nearly 49% (almost half) of the total active women's self-help groups in India belong to just five states.
These states are primarily:
Andhra Pradesh
West Bengal
Bihar
Odisha
Tamil Nadu
Reasons for high participation in these states:
Government incentives: Effective implementation of the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) in these states.
Financial Inclusion: Bank linkages and easy access for women to credit facilities.
Awareness: Organizing women in rural areas to start micro-enterprises.
Key Facts (2024-25):
The Government of India has set a target of creating 30 million 'Lakhpati Didis', which is being achieved through these self-help groups.
Through these groups, women are playing a leading role in sectors such as agriculture, dairy, handicrafts, and drone operations (Namo Drone Didi).