Empirical Analysis of Economic Empowerment among SelfHelp Group (SHG) Members in Telangana State
Dr Shanigarapu Vijay
Junior Lecturer, Mjptbcwreis, Telangana
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http://doi.org/10.37648/ijps.v21i02.025
Abstract
The study titled “Economic Empowerment of SHG Members in Telangana State – An Empirical Study” seeks to examine the role of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in promoting economic independence and improving the livelihood standards of women in Telangana. The main objective is to assess the impact of SHG participation on Control on Resources/Assets, Access to family income, financial decision making ability among women members. Primary data were collected from selected SHGs across various districts of Telangana through structured questionnaires, interviews, and field observations. Statistical and descriptive tools were used to analyze the extent of economic empowerment achieved through SHG activities.
Keywords:
Self-Help Groups; Economic Empowerment; Women Development
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