Empowerment of Microfinance among Self Help Groups with respect to Tamilnadu

K. Rajeswari () and V. Jayanthi
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K. Rajeswari: VISTAS, Research Scholar, Department of Management Studies
V. Jayanthi: VISTAS, Associate Professor, Department of Management Studies

A chapter in Proceedings of the International Conference on Digital Transformation in Business: Navigating the New Frontiers Beyond Boundaries (DTBNNF 2024), 2024, pp 413-431 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This study looks into how members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in a few northern Tamil Nadu districts are empowered as a result of microfinance. Analyzing the contribution of microfinance to the enhancement of SHG members' social and economic well-being is the primary objective. The study's objectives are to evaluate the contribution of microfinance to financial inclusion, investigate the socioeconomic shifts that SHG members have undergone, and pinpoint the opportunities and problems related to microfinance interventions. The study methodology includes quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews in addition to a thorough analysis of the body of current literature. The study aims to capture the various viewpoints and experiences of SHG members involved in microfinance programs through these diversified methodologies. The important role that microfinance plays in fostering financial inclusion among Self-Help Group (SHG) members is highlighted by preliminary data, which show that members have more access to savings and credit options. Notable socioeconomic gains also become apparent, such as higher income production, higher living standards, and better decision making among SHG members. Along with encouraging results, the report meticulously notes difficulties that Self-Help Group (SHG) members encounter, such as problems with interest rates, little knowledge, and administrative barriers to microfinance services. In summary, this study sheds light on the complex relationship between microfinance and SHG empowerment, providing insightful information for all parties involved. By offering a nuanced view of the potential and limitations inherent in microfinance interventions, the findings add to the current discourse on community development.

Keywords: Self-Help Groups; Northern Tamil Nadu; Microfinance; Marketing; financial (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.2991/978-94-6463-433-4_30

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