Abstract:
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a prominent social reformer and architect of the Indian
Constitution, envisioned a society rooted in gender equality and social justice. His
pioneering efforts laid the ground work for the empowerment of women and the
marginalized sections of society (Kareem, 2024).
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar sacrificed his life the betterment of underprivileged
society. His constitutional contribution helped a common man to fight against
injustice. He brought a movement for upliftment of the women through his thoughts
and belief. Ambedkar and his beliefs on society based on equality are yet to be
recognized for reforming the Indian society and making the life of women better
(Devi K.M.2020). To eradicate poverty in the rural areas of the state, the Central
Government launched the National Rural Livelihoods Mission in the year 20 11. The
pillars ofthe mission are social inclusion, economic inclusion, financial inclusion,
and access to public services and benefits from development schemes. All kinds of
capabilities of women members are being developed. Women's skills are being
increased. Women of self-help groups are starting agriculture-based and nonagriculture-
based industries. Aim: The present paper highlight women contribution
in family and rural development and challenges faced by women to become
economically independent. Methodology: Descriptive research design was used to
describe present status of women participation in social and economic sphere. 60
tribal women participated in study from Purandar Block. Probability sampling
method with stratified sample and interview schedule was used. Descriptive data
analysis was applied. Results: It shows that 50% women among completed training
have started their own business however other are still working in their farm and don't want to start any business due to some socio cultural reasons. Those who
started their business now they have multiple livelihood sources and income
mcreases.
