Odisha Government Launches Multiple Initiatives Under 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao'

Current Context: The Odisha government launched several initiatives under the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme on February 8, 2025 to empower girls and prevent child marriages.

• These initiatives include:
• Nirbhaya Kadhi (Fearless Bud): This program targets adolescent girls aged 11-18 in Ganjam district, promoting awareness and empowering them to reject child marriage.
• Mo Gelha Jhia (My Dear Daughter): Also in Ganjam, this initiative focuses on combating sex selection and female foeticide.
• Kalpana Avijan: Launched in Dhenkanal, this scheme monitors adolescent girls aged 10-19 and prevents child marriage through local committees and awareness programs.
• Swarna Kalika: In Keonjhar, this initiative raises awareness about the negative impacts of child marriage and promotes education.
• Veerangana Yojana: In Deogarh, this program focuses on self-defense training for girls to boost their confidence and self-esteem.
• These programs aim to create a safer environment for girls, promote education, and empower them through self-defense training.

Question:

1 Which initiative under the BBBP scheme in Odisha focuses on empowering adolescent girls aged 11-18 in Ganjam district to reject child marriage?

• A) Mo Gelha Jhia
• B) Kalpana Avijan
• C) Swarna Kalika
• D) Nirbhaya Kadhi

Answer: D) Nirbhaya Kadhi (Fearless Bud) is aimed at adolescent girls aged 11-18 in Ganjam district to raise awareness and empower them to reject child marriage.