DEVELOPMENT OF WOMEN AND CHILDREN IN RURAL AREAS (DWCRA)     

        DWCRA was a sub-scheme of IRDP under which groups of women with 10-15 members were formed in villages for taking up of economic activities suited to their aptitude and local needs so that group can derive income out of their activities. The income is shared by the group members equally. Each group was provided with Revolving Fund amounting to Rs. 25,000 to meet its working capital. The scheme was supported with Child Care Activities for providing non-formal education, health care and nutrition to children of group members. Also funds were provided through the scheme of Information Education and Communication for creating awareness among the rural women. The achievements under this programme have been indicated in Table below.

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(Rs. In crores)