SHGS-Is it the Real Tool for Empowering the Women

Women constitute half of the world`s population, perform nearly two thirds of its work hours but receive only one-tenth of income and own one-hundredth of property. They are vital part of the Indian economy, constituting one third of the national labor force and forming a major contributor to the survival of family. About 89% of total female labor is involved in agriculture and allied sectors. Women have extensive work load with dual responsibility of farming in general and house hold production in particular areas. Even though the SHGs are providing empowerment to women, it failed to reach the major objectives and purpose of SHGs. Therefore  present study through light on identifying such misappropriations’ committed by SHG members which is hurdle for empowerment of women.