The correct answer is (a) Uttarkashi.
The 6th Economic Census 2012-13 of Uttarakhand found that Uttarkashi had the minimum number of enterprises run by women entrepreneurs, with only 1,133 such enterprises. This was followed by Chamoli with 1,272 enterprises, Rudraprayag with 1,319 enterprises, and Pithoragarh with 1,374 enterprises.
There are a number of factors that may contribute to the low number of women entrepreneurs in Uttarkashi. One possibility is that the district has a relatively low female literacy rate, which may make it more difficult for women to start and run businesses. Additionally, the district’s economy is heavily dependent on agriculture, which is a sector that is traditionally dominated by men. As a result, women in Uttarkashi may face fewer opportunities to start and run businesses in other sectors.
Despite the challenges, there are a number of women entrepreneurs in Uttarkashi who are making a positive impact on the local economy. One example is Seema Panwar, who runs a successful business selling handicrafts. Panwar’s business has created jobs for other women in the district, and she is also an advocate for women’s empowerment.
The government of Uttarakhand is taking steps to support women entrepreneurs in the state. In 2016, the government launched the “Uttarakhand Mahila Udyog Mela” (Uttarakhand Women’s Entrepreneurship Fair), which provides a platform for women entrepreneurs to showcase their products and services. The government is also providing financial assistance and training to women entrepreneurs through a number of schemes.
The number of women entrepreneurs in Uttarakhand is slowly increasing, but there is still much work to be done. The government and other stakeholders need to continue to support women entrepreneurs in order to create a more equitable and prosperous economy for all.