SOCIAL JUSTICE WELFARE SCHEMES AND THEIR CONTRIBUTION TO THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF BELOW POVERTY LINE FAMILIES: A SOCIAL WORK STUDY WITH REFERENCE TO JALGAON DISTRICT: How to Cite the Article: Kishor Bhaskar Mali & J. S. Sonawane (2021). Social Justice Welfare Schemes and Their Contribution to the Socio-Economic Development of Below Poverty Line Families: A Social Work Study with Reference to Jalgaon District. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research & Reviews, Vol.2021, no1, pp. 9-13.

Kishor Bhaskar Mali & Dr. J. S. Sonawane

Authors

Kishor Bhaskar Mali & Dr. J. S. Sonawane P. J. N. College of social work Amalner, India.

Abstract

Social welfare schemes implemented by the Department of Social Justice play a significant role in promoting inclusive development and improving the socio-economic conditions of Below Poverty Line (BPL) families in India. These schemes focus on education, employment, housing, social security, financial assistance, and the empowerment of marginalized communities. Despite the availability of numerous welfare programmes, disparities in awareness, accessibility, and effective utilization continue to affect their outcomes. The present study examines the contribution of Social Justice Department welfare schemes to the socio-economic development of
BPL families in Jalgaon District from a social work perspective. The study adopts a descriptive research design using both primary and secondary data. Primary data were collected from beneficiaries through a structured interview schedule, while secondary information was obtained from government reports, census publications, books, and research articles published before 2018. The findings indicate that welfare schemes have positively influenced educational opportunities, income generation, access to social security, and the overall quality of life of beneficiaries. However, procedural delays, lack of awareness, inadequate documentation, and limited community participation continue to hinder the effective implementation of these schemes. The study concludes that strengthening awareness programmes, improving administrative efficiency, and enhancing the role of professional social workers can significantly improve the effectiveness of welfare interventions among BPL families.