Engendering Socio - Economic Rights through Self help - Groups : Interlinking Human , Financial & Social Capital Prof .

Methodologically this paper is based on the survey of available literature of secondary sources. Socio-economic rights and equality have the potential to form a powerful partnership. Engendered socio-economic rights aim to take account of the power relations in which rights are exercised, in order to enhance the set of feasible options open to women, while at the same time supporting the values of interdependence, solidarity and care, whether or not based on choice. This paper look into the distinctive nature of Self-Help-Groups against the dominant forces of patriarchal society and the nature of relationships, social interactions leading towards collective interests and norms that shape the quality and quantity of life among women in family and within society. It also intends to highlight the process of promoting economic, social, and cultural rights (including the right to work) through SHGs. The paper also aspires to look into the bond and bridges created via SHGs which help the SHGs members to accumulate Human, Financial & Social capital sufficiently. In India economic growth and sustainability is demanded for inclusive development, hence; rural population cannot be overlooked furthermore this paper also highlight the process of well-being and sustainable livelihood promotion among rural women. Lastly analysis and conclusion have been made on the basis of discussion. “A woman is the full circle. Within her is the power to transform, nurture andCreate”Diane Mariechild.