The correct answer is: A) Women’s empowerment through self-help groups.
Kudumbashree is a women’s empowerment program in Kerala, India. It was launched in 1998 by the Government of Kerala to improve the socio-economic status of women in the state. The program is implemented through self-help groups (SHGs) of women, which are formed at the village level. SHGs provide a platform for women to come together, save money, and access credit. They also provide training and support to women in various income-generating activities. The Kudumbashree program has been successful in empowering women and improving their livelihoods. It has also helped to reduce poverty and improve the status of women in Kerala.
Option B is incorrect because the Kudumbashree program is not a skill development program for youth. It is a women’s empowerment program.
Option C is incorrect because the Kudumbashree program is not a rural housing scheme. It is a women’s empowerment program.
Option D is incorrect because the Kudumbashree program is not a public health initiative. It is a women’s empowerment program.