Economics

Rawls' difference principle, self-help group, financial inclusion and social cohesion—lore or actuality? Experience of Central Assam

S. Maity

This study conducted by Shrabanti Maity explores the transformative effects of the Self-Help Group-Bank Linkage Program in Central Assam, India. It reveals significant improvements in financial inclusion among participants, though challenges to social cohesion persist. Dive into the insights derived from comprehensive field survey data!

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Abstract

This study assesses the effectiveness of the Self-Help Group-Bank Linkage Program (SBLP) in promoting financial inclusion and social cohesion in Central Assam, India. Using data from a field survey of 335 participants and 490 non-participants, propensity score matching was used to analyze the impact of SBLP participation. Results indicate that SBLP involvement significantly improves financial inclusion but does not enhance social cohesion, suggesting that while financial access is improved, broader societal integration remains a challenge.

Publisher

Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Feb 08, 2024

Authors

Shrabanti Maity

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