Government Initiatives to Promote Gender Equality in Sports

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) Scheme provides financial assistance to female athletes for training and participation in international competitions. The scheme covers various expenses such as travel, accommodation, equipment, and coaching.

The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2011, was enacted to prevent sexual harassment of women in the workplace, including in sports. The act provides for the establishment of internal complaints committees to address complaints of sexual harassment.

The Khelo India Scheme aims to increase the participation of women in sports by providing them with access to sports facilities and training programs. The scheme also provides financial assistance to female athletes for training and participation in international competitions.

The Equal Remuneration Act, 1956, prohibits discrimination against women in employment, including in sports. The act ensures that women receive equal pay for equal work.

The Khelo India Scheme aims to promote sports among girls and women in rural areas by providing them with access to sports facilities and training programs. The scheme also provides financial assistance to female athletes for training and participation in international competitions.

The Women's Reservation Act, 2005, provides for the reservation of seats for women in local government bodies, including sports bodies. The act ensures that women have a say in decision-making processes related to sports.

The Fit India Movement aims to promote fitness and physical activity among women and girls by encouraging them to participate in sports and other physical activities. The movement also provides resources and support to help women and girls overcome barriers to participation in sports.

The Khelo India Scheme aims to promote sports among children and youth, including girls, by providing them with access to sports facilities and training programs. The scheme also provides financial assistance to athletes for training and participation in international competitions.

The Accessible India Campaign aims to promote sports among persons with disabilities, including women, by making sports facilities and programs accessible to them. The campaign also provides resources and support to help persons with disabilities overcome barriers to participation in sports.