Ladki Bahin scheme: 1.57 crore continue to receive aid; 86 lakh beneficiaries dropped
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Vulnerable sections (SC/ST, minorities, disabled, elderly, children)· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
The Maharashtra government reduced the number of 'Ladki Bahin' scheme beneficiaries from 2.43 crore to 1.57 crore following an eligibility verification process to filter out ineligible entries.
Background
The 'Ladki Bahin' scheme provides a monthly stipend of ₹1,500 to women in Maharashtra. The reduction in beneficiaries was driven by income limit checks and the removal of duplicate entries.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemeLadki Bahin: A Maharashtra state flagship scheme providing ₹1,500 monthly stipend to women.
- FactBeneficiary count reduced from 2.43 crore to 1.57 crore after verification.
- FactVerification process involves physical checks by Anganwadi workers.
For Mains
Q. Examine the challenges in the implementation of direct benefit transfer (DBT) schemes for women's welfare and suggest measures to ensure accurate targeting of beneficiaries.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data integrity: Flawed e-KYC questionnaires and technical glitches leading to incorrect beneficiary categorization.
- Administrative bottleneck: Reliance on Anganwadi workers for physical verification to rectify duplicate entries.
- Inclusion error: Challenges in distinguishing between eligible rural women and government employees in automated systems.
Keywords: Direct Benefit Transfer · Targeting Efficiency · Social Safety Net · Data Integrity · Last-mile Delivery
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