THE IMPACT OF SELF-HELP GROUPS ON THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF RURAL HOUSEHOLD WOMEN IN TAMIL NADU - A STUDY

Abstract

Women empowerment is a process in which women challenge the existing norms and cultural, to effectively promote their well-being. The participation of women in self-help group (SHGs) made a significant impact on their empowerment both in social and economic aspects this study addresses women empowerment through self-help groups in TamilNadu. The information required for the study has been collected from only secondary sources has been followed full paper. The SHGs have had greater impact on both economic and social aspects of the beneficiaries.