Question : SWAYAMSIDDHA SCHEME

(a) whether the Swayamsiddha Scheme has performed poorly in many States during the last three years*

(b) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor, State-wise;

(c) whether there were many serious lapses for empowering women under the scheme;

(d) if so, the details thereof, State-wise; and

(e) the steps taken by the Government for proper implementation of schemes for women empowerment?

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATIKANTI SINGH)

(a) No, Sir. (b),(c)&(d) Does not arise.

(e) In order to ensure proper implementation of schemes for women empowerment, a system of monitoring exists to review the progress under various schemes through periodical reports, review meetings and field visits by the concerned Area Officers.