Microfinance and Poverty Alleviation.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Singha, A. Rajmani.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Microfinance.

Economic development.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (285 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Lanham : Concept Publishing Company, 2015.

Summary:

This book by Dr. A. Rajmani Singha explores the role of microfinance in poverty alleviation in India, with a focus on women's empowerment and economic development. It highlights the impact of microfinance on rural and semi-urban communities, particularly through Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and government initiatives like the Swarna Jayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana and Rashtriya Mahila Kosh. The book discusses the evolution of microfinance, its current status in India, and its link to social issues such as financial inclusion and sustainable development. It also analyzes the effectiveness of microfinance in promoting micro-enterprise development and addressing income inequalities. The content is presented in nine chapters, covering topics from microfinance's historical context to its impact on specific Indian states like Manipur. The book is intended for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers interested in finance and social development. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

Halftitle

Title

About the Author

Copyright

Dedicate

Preface

Contents

List of Tables

List of Figures

Abbreviations

Introduction to Microfinance

Development Stages of Microfinance

Microfinance in India

Microfinance in North East India

Research Design

Microfinance in Manipur

Development of Micro-Enterprise in Manipur

Data Analysis and Interpretation

Findings, Recommendations and Conclusion

Case 1

Appendices

Bibliography

BCover.

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ISBN:

9789390368839

9390368839

OCLC:

1402032333