2025, Vol. 6, Issue 1, Part F
Mahatari Vandana Yojna and women’s decision-making power: A socio-economic study of the bastar region
Author(s): Ayush Notwani and Kirti Shrivas
Abstract: This paper focuses on the socioeconomic impacts of the Mahatari Vandana Yojna (MVY) on women’s decision making autonomy in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh, India. The study seeks to understand how this maternal health program changes colonial power structures within households in a region predominantly occupied by tribal groups. The study employs a mixed methods approach to assess income, education, and cultural MVY's goals. These strategies also enable MVY to potentially foster economic growth. The study suggests that women have a significantly higher financial autonomy, active participation in their health and educational decisions, and overall self-empowerment. Still, MVY provides “need based” assistance to its beneficiaries. These factors and others such as low levels of awareness, administrative barriers, and the sociocultural context of the region bedevil the effectiveness of the program. The paper subsequently offers policy measures to mitigate women’s disempowerment in the marginalized sections of society, making clear the gaps that still exist in targeting, outreach, and other supporting activities.
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Ayush Notwani, Kirti Shrivas. Mahatari Vandana Yojna and women’s decision-making power: A socio-economic study of the bastar region. Asian J Manage Commerce 2025;6(1):522-528.
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