ShodhPatra: International Journal of Science and Humanities

Evaluating Government Schemes and Policies for the Gujjar Tribe in Himachal Pradesh

The Gujjar tribe, one of the major Scheduled Tribes in Himachal Pradesh, continues to face socio-economic marginalization despite various government interventions aimed at tribal upliftment. This study seeks to evaluate the effectiveness of government schemes and policies targeted toward the Gujjar community in the state. Drawing upon both primary and secondary data, the research investigates the extent of awareness, accessibility, and impact of welfare initiatives on education, health, housing, employment, and livelihood among the Gujjars.