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Implementing and evaluating microcredit in Bangladesh

Author: Ross Mallick
Issue: Volume 12, Number 2 - 2002

Microcredit has been introduced to rural communities in Bangladesh as a means of economic and social development, but there are increasing doubts about its effectiveness and suggestions that it causes domestic abuse. A review of various studies indicates that microcredit can result in social disruption through exacerbating gender conflict. It is suggested that micro-level study is required before credit is introduced to local communities.

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