What steps has the Indian government taken to assess women participation in the workforce
The Indian government has started a survey to assess women participation in the workforce.
The Indian government has taken several steps to assess women's participation in the workforce.
- One of the major initiatives is the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) conducted by the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO). This survey collects data on employment and unemployment, including women's participation.
- The government has also launched the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) to gather information on various aspects of health, including women's employment status and workforce participation.
- In order to improve and promote women's participation, the government has implemented several schemes such as the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) which ensures at least one-third of the workforce consists of women.
- Additionally, the government has introduced the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (Save the Girl Child, Educate the Girl Child) campaign, aimed at improving the gender ratio and providing better opportunities for girls, including access to education and empowering them to participate in the workforce.
- The Ministry of Women and Child Development has also initiated programs like the Women's Empowerment Schemes and the Skill India Mission, which focus on skill development and training for women to enhance their employability and encourage their participation in various sectors.
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