Question

Identify the true statements regarding the She Pad Project and Vanitamitra Kendra.

1. The 'She Pad' project, launched in 2016 by KSWDC, aims to support girl students in Government and Aided schools.
2. KSWDC conducts Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Programmes as part of the 'She Pad' project.
3. Vanitamitra Kendra are working women's hostels operated by KSWDC.
4. Two new Vanitamitra Kendras were established in Malappuram and Kozhikode districts in 2023-24.

• A. 1, 4
• B. 1, 2, 3
• C. All
• D. 2, 3

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 1, 2, 3

• The 'She Pad' project, initiated by the Kerala State Women's Corporation (KSWDC) in 2016, focuses on the menstrual health and hygiene of girl students in government and aided schools across Kerala.

• This includes conducting awareness programs.

• KSWDC also manages Vanitamitra Kendras, which are working women's hostels providing safe and affordable accommodation.

• In the financial year 2023-24, KSWDC expanded its network by establishing two new hostels in Palakkad and Pathanamthitta districts to accommodate the growing demand.