Assessing The Impact of Dasasutra Under National Rural Livelihood Mission on the Socio-Economic Advancement of Women SHG Members in Nagaon District, Assam

Abstract

The Dasasutra comprises ten fundamental principles that Self-Help Group (SHG) members are encouraged to follow under the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM). Adherence to these principles fosters a sense of responsibility among members and contributes to their socioeconomic empowerment. This study aims to assess the impact of Dasasutra on women SHG members in the Kathiatali and Raha Community Development (CD) Blocks of Nagaon district, Assam. The analysis focuses on four key dimensions: group cohesion, personal development, economic development, and social development, each comprising several sub-indicators. The study is descriptive in nature and relies on primary data collected through structured interviews. Mean values were calculated for each item to evaluate the extent of Dasasutra’s influence. Findings indicate that Dasasutra has had a significant positive impact on the progression of women SHG members in both CD blocks.