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October 3, 2025Open Access

Socio Economic Impact of Mgnrega on Rural Livelihoods in India :A Systematic Literature Review using Prisma Model

Key Points

MGNREGA has significantly improved rural livelihoods by providing critical income security and employment.
The scheme enhances women's participation in the workforce, encouraging gender equality in rural areas.
Despite positive outcomes, issues like wage payment delays and regional disparities remain prevalent.
The review utilizes the PRISMA model to consolidate findings from 54 peer-reviewed articles and reports.

Abstract

This is a systematic review, conducted using the PRISMA 2020 framework, that analyzes the socio-economic impact of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) on rural livelihoods in India. Synthesizing findings from 54 peer-reviewed articles and government reports published between 2005 and 2024, the study evaluates the scheme’s effects on employment, income, women’s empowerment, poverty, and migration. The review confirms that MGNREGA has significantly improved rural livelihoods by providing income security, enhancing women's participation, and reducing distress migration. However, the analysis also highlights persistent implementation challenges, including regional disparities, wage payment delays, and corruption. The findings are summarized using PRISMA flow diagrams and thematic tables to provide a robust, evidence-based assessment for policymakers and researchers.

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