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The Role of Self-Help Groups in Women’s Socio-Economic Empowerment: A Study from Bangalore North, Karnataka

Author(s) Dr. Manjula S V
Country India
Abstract Abstract: This study examines the role of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in advancing women’s socio-economic empowerment in Bangalore North, Karnataka, within a rapidly urbanizing context. Using a mixed-methods research design, quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews were conducted with SHG members, group leaders, and institutional stakeholders to assess changes in income generation, financial inclusion, household decision-making, and social participation. The findings reveal that SHG participation significantly improves women’s access to credit, financial literacy, and entrepreneurial activities, leading to enhanced economic independence and greater influence within family and community spheres. The study also highlights increased mobility, collective confidence, and engagement with local institutions as key dimensions of empowerment. However, persistent challenges related to market access, digital skills, regulatory compliance, and group sustainability continue to constrain long-term progress. Drawing upon institutional empowerment principles underlying the SHG movement, the paper underscores the importance of capacity building, market linkages, and policy support to strengthen women-led community organizations. The research contributes empirical evidence on SHG functioning in transitional urban-peripheral regions and offers practical recommendations for inclusive development strategies.
Keywords Keywords: Self-Help Groups; Women’s Empowerment; Financial Inclusion; Income-Generating Activities; Social Capital; Community Institutions; Gender and Development; Urbanizing Contexts; Household Decision-Making; Institutional Capacity Building.
Field Sociology
Published In Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On 2026-02-09
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