Building Lives Together: The Power of SHGs

Description

This book presents a simple yet comprehensive study of Self Help Groups (SHGs) in India. Divided into ten detailed chapters, it explains their origin, principles, formation, and working, while highlighting their role in women empowerment, poverty reduction, and social change. The book also examines government programmes such as SGSY and NRLM, along with inspiring success stories like Kudumbashree, SEWA, and Lijjat Papad. Written in clear English, it is enriched with questions, model papers, glossaries, and case studies, making it highly useful for students, teachers, researchers, and anyone interested in grassroots development and empowerment.

About the Author

Chafikhur Rahman is a writer, lyricist, economist, and novelist with a deep interest in social and economic development. His works combine academic knowledge with storytelling, making complex subjects easy to understand for students and general readers alike.
He has authored novels, short stories, and research-based works that reflect the realities of society and the struggles of ordinary people. With a background in economics and a passion for education, he writes in simple, accessible English so that readers from all walks of life can benefit.
Through this book on Self Help Groups (SHGs), he aims to inspire young readers, researchers, and community leaders to understand the power of unity, cooperation, and self-reliance in building a stronger nation.

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