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@article{205583,
        author = {Dr. Anjumol M.R},
        title = {Employment as a Pathway to Self- Worth and Poverty Reduction among Rural Women},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {13},
        number = {1},
        pages = {7076-7080},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=205583},
        abstract = {The study examines the role of MGNREGA in enhancing self-worth, building confidence, ensuring food necessities and reducing poverty among women beneficiaries. The study adopts a descriptive research design and utilizes both primary and secondary sources of data. The study identified that regular employment opportunities enhanced women’s self-esteem and confidence in their decision making. The programme also helps to reduce economic vulnerability. MGNREGA also promotes social inclusion and empowers women to contribute actively to household and community development.},
        keywords = {MGNREGA, Rural women, Self-worth, confidence, food security, poverty reduction, women empowerment},
        month = {June},
        }