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Type : Research Article

Study of the Impact of Vocational Training Program on Knowledge, Skill Development and Income Generation of Women Farmer

Alka Singh, Alpana Sharma, Neelu Vishwakarma, DK Singh and Deepali Suryawanshi

Abstract

Women empowerment is the important aspect in the present scenario. It is an active, multi-dimensional process which should enable women to realize their full identity and power in all spheres of life. India envisions a future in which Indian women are independent and self reliant. KVK Sidhi organized vocational training on various aspects for 180 women farmers to enhance the skill of women and they can gain more knowledge and use their abilities to improve the economic condition of their families. Majority (53.58%) of the respondents had medium level of knowledge as well as maximum respondents has (59.58%) medium skill level about all five activities which they have received training. Maximum average income generated by preservation (i.e. Rs 6528/-) followed by mushroom cultivation (i.e. Rs 4530/-), minimum income generated by fabric dyeing and printing (i.e. Rs 1000/-).

Keyword: Vocational training; Income generation; knowledge enhancement; Skill development.

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