International Girl Child Day 2023: Top 5 Government Initiatives For Girl Child
By Anshika Verma11, Oct 2023 10:15 AMjagranjosh.com
International Girl Child Day 2023
International Girl Child Day is celebrated on October 11. The purpose is to draw attention to the value of girls' education and rights. Tap to read about the top 5 government schemes for girl child!
Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
This scheme aims to improve the lives of girl child by increasing the girls education. The minimum deposit is Rs 250, and the annual maximum deposit is Rs 1.5 lakh.
CBSE Udaan scheme
CBSE Udaan Scheme was introduced with the goal of encouraging the enrollment of female students in esteemed engineering programs.
Dhanalakshmi scheme
An initial monetary incentive of Rs 5,000 is available to all girl children born after November 8, 2008, who are registered in the program and are governed by the government.
Balika Samridhi Yojana
This scheme aims to improve the general status of the female child and bring about a positive shift in family and community attitudes, was introduced on October 2, 1997.
National Scheme of Incentives to Girls for Secondary Education
The Ministry of Education hopes to encourage females in the 14–18 age range to enroll in secondary school, particularly those who have completed Class VIII.