Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao (BBBP)

GS 2 – GOVERNANCE

The Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao (BBBP) initiative, launched in 2015, aims to promote gender equality by saving and educating the girl child in India.

Key Points:

1. Objectives:
   • Save the Girl Child: To prevent gender-based discrimination and improve the sex ratio.
   • Educate the Girl Child: Promote girls’ education and equal opportunities.
   • Empower Girls: Ensure girls have the same rights and access to resources as boys.
2. Components:
   • Awareness Campaigns: Educate people about the importance of saving and educating girls.
   • Health & Nutrition: Ensure better healthcare for girls.
   • Community Engagement: Involve communities and use media for spreading awareness.
3. Implementation:
   • Led by the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
   • Implemented through partnerships with state governments.
4. Features:
   • Focus on girl child health and education.
   • Ensure safety and security for girls.
5. Achievements:
   • Improved the sex ratio.
   • More girls enrolled in schools, especially in rural areas.
   • Raised awareness about gender equality.
6. Challenges:
   • Deep-rooted societal biases.
   • Lack of infrastructure in some regions.