Kanyashree Prakalpa’ initiative Flashcards
1
Q
Is it a central sector schemeq
A
No a Scheme by West bengal
2
Q
what are its aims
A
To reduce child mrg and women empowerment
3
Q
Is it a cash incentive scheme
A
Yes it is given to girls who are unmarried and continue schooling from 8 to 12.
A one time sum of 25000 is given
Annual scholarship of 750 is also given
4
Q
What are the impacts of scheme
A
It has reduced child mrgs drastically and empowered women
5
Q
Any recognisitions?
A
1 The UN Public Service award for excellence public service.
2 Recognition form UNICEF
3 Recognition from UK’s Dept of International Developments
