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Beyond Cash: How Microloans in India Protect Families from Future Poverty

Research Matters Staff Writer(s) Mumbai 28 Aug 2026 In villages and towns across India, obtaining small, collateral-free loans has long been a vital lifeline for families navigating tight budgets.

  • Microloans in India without collateral support families with limited finances.
  • Microcredit reduces multidimensional poverty risks, especially in rural areas.
  • Group-based SHGs show stronger impact on reducing vulnerability compared to individual loans.

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