IMPACT OF MAHTARI VANDAN YOJANA ON THE WOMENS OF VILLAGE KALENDA OF MAHASAMUND DISTRICT.

Women receive proper respect and work opportunities in the social system of Chhattisgarh state. Women, especially married women, play an important role in the nutrition of the family, taking care of the house, managing food, as well as participating in economic activities. Despite this, there are many examples in which women's economic independence and participation in decision - making regarding economic matters are low. A large number of women have to face financial constraints. It is an undisputed fact that when women receive financial support, most of it is spent on activities related to nutrition, health , and raising the standard of living for the family and children , and is motivated by the desire to save for future needs. For the all-round development of women in the state, it is important to keep in mind the following indicators related to women According to the National Family Health Survey 5 (2020-21), 23.1 percent of women have a body mass index lower than the standard body mass index. • According to the National Family Health Survey 5 (2020-21), the level of anemia among women aged 15 to 49 years is 60.8 percent, and among pregnant women, it is 51.8 percent. Keeping in view the above scenario, to ensure the economic self-reliance of women in the state and continuous improvement in their health and nutrition levels, and to strengthen their decisive role in the family, to eliminate discrimination, inequality, and lack of awareness toward women in society, to enhance health and nutrition levels, and to promote economic self-reliance and empowerment, the Council of Ministers has decided to implement the "Mahatari Vandan Yojana" throughout Chhattisgarh, under which eligible married women will receive financial assistance of Rs. 1,000 per month.