<h4>Introduction to Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) Scheme</h4><p>The <strong>Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) Scheme</strong> was launched in <strong>January 2015</strong>. Its primary objective is to address the critical issues of <strong>sex-selective abortion</strong> and the alarming decline in the <strong>Child Sex Ratio (CSR)</strong> in India.</p><div class='key-point-box'><p><strong>Core Objective:</strong> The BBBP scheme aims to improve the Child Sex Ratio and empower girls through education, combating gender-based discrimination at its roots.</p></div><h4>Understanding the Child Sex Ratio (CSR) Challenge</h4><p>The scheme was introduced in response to the concerning data from the <strong>2011 Census</strong>. This census revealed a significantly skewed <strong>Child Sex Ratio (0-6 years)</strong>, standing at only <strong>919 girls for every 1,000 boys</strong>.</p><div class='info-box'><p><strong>2011 Child Sex Ratio:</strong> 919 girls per 1,000 boys (0-6 years)</p></div><h4>Collaborative Implementation: A Joint Initiative</h4><p>The <strong>Beti Bachao Beti Padhao</strong> programme is a collaborative effort, signifying a multi-sectoral approach to a complex social problem. It involves three key ministries working in tandem.</p><ul><li><strong>Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD)</strong></li><li><strong>Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW)</strong></li><li><strong>Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD)</strong> (now Ministry of Education)</li></ul><h4>Geographical Reach and Scope</h4><p>The programme has been rolled out extensively across the country to ensure wide coverage and impact. It targets districts with low Child Sex Ratios to bring about significant change.</p><div class='info-box'><p><strong>Implementation Scope:</strong> The BBBP programme is being implemented across <strong>640 districts</strong> throughout India.</p></div><div class='exam-tip-box'><p><strong>UPSC Insight:</strong> Understanding the <strong>inter-ministerial coordination</strong> and the <strong>specific target (CSR 0-6 years)</strong> is crucial for Mains answers on social issues and government schemes. Note the change from MHRD to Ministry of Education.</p></div>