National Girl Child Day is celebrated in India on January 24 every year. It was first initiated in 2008 by the Ministry of Women and Child Development to raise awareness about the rights, education, health, and overall development of girl children in the country.
Objectives of National Girl Child Day:
- Promote awareness of gender equality and fight against gender-based discrimination.
- Emphasize the importance of education, healthcare, and nutrition for girls.
- Highlight the significance of protecting the rights and dignity of girl children.
- Encourage public support for schemes and initiatives aimed at empowering girls.
Key Government Schemes for Girls:
- Beti Bachao Beti Padhao: Aimed at preventing gender-biased sex selection and promoting education and survival of girl children.
- Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana: A savings scheme to secure the financial future of girls.
- CBSE Udaan Scheme: A program supporting girls' higher education in science and engineering.
The day serves as a reminder to society to invest in the empowerment of girls, ensuring their equal opportunities and contributions to national progress.
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