Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP)
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The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (Save the Daughter, Educate the Daughter) scheme is a nationwide campaign launched by the Government of India to address deep-rooted gender inequality and discrimination against girl children. It aims to ensure survival, protection, and education of the girl child through coordinated action across society.
Objective of the scheme
Prevent gender-biased sex-selective elimination (especially through prenatal testing). Ensure the survival and protection of the girl child. Promote education and empowerment of girls across India. Change the mindset and social norms that devalue daughters. Strengthen systems for effective delivery of welfare services to girls.
Information about scheme
Scheme ID : BBBP008
Launch Year : 2015
Last Date : Ongoing
Status : Active
Eligibility Criteria of the scheme
The scheme is not limited to individuals but is a collective awareness and action movement.Applies nationwide, with focused implementation in selected districts with poor Child Sex Ratio (CSR).Certain incentives or benefits (like scholarships or awards) may be given at the local level to:Families supporting girl education.Girls showing academic excellence.Anganwadi/ASHA workers who promote awareness.
Benefits Offered in the scheme
Mass awareness drives in schools, villages, and public platforms.Scholarships and recognitions under connected schemes like Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana or CBSE Udaan.Training and safety programs for adolescent girls.Support for education, menstrual health, and self-defense training.Recognition and awards to communities or individuals promoting girl child welfare.
Documnets requried for the scheme
There are no documents needed for general participation in awareness activities.
For specific associated benefits (like scholarship or Sukanya account), you may need:Birth certificate of the girl childAadhaar CardBank account detailsSchool admission proof