CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Maharashtra state has taken an initiative by introducing the Majhi Kanya Bhagyashree scheme. The scheme was launched on 1st August 2017. A scheme for empowerment of the Girl child by the Department of Women and Child Development, Maharashtra.

Detailed explanation-2: -Total financial aid – The scheme draft highlights that the state government will transfer Rs. 50, 000 in the bank account if the family opts for only one female baby. In case the couple has two baby girls, then Maharashtra government will deposit Rs. 25, 000 in the name of both the female children separately.

Detailed explanation-3: -From 1st August 2017, WCD Dept. Govt. of Maharashtra has started implementation of First-of-its-Kind scheme “Majhi Kanya Bhagyashree”. Under this scheme, Govt.

Detailed explanation-4: -Development of female candidates –The Maharashtra government has provided economic help to the weaker families that will ultimately help to improve the condition of the female children. Enhance the condition of female education level – Families have a tendency to stop the education of girl child due to expenses.