BOOK SUMMARY OF SELF-HELP GROUPS AND MARGINALISED COMMUNITIES
This book analyzes the role of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in the socio-economic
empowerment of marginalized Communities in India, with special reference to
Bihar. Examining the status of SHG movement in Bihar as well as the impediments
in its dynamics, it assesses the socio-economic impacts of SHGs on marginalized
communities-scheduled castes, scheduled tribes, other backward classes, Muslims
and women. Also, it reviews the role of Central and State Governments in
strengthening the SHG movement.
About the Author
Dr. A.A.A. Faizi , a postgraduate from Patna University, is an officer of Bihar
Administrative Service. He has served the state