Demand of the question Introduction. What are self help groups? Body. Discuss various socio-cultural hurdles faced by Self Help Groups (SHGs) in promoting participation in development programmes. Conclusion. Way forward. Self-Help Groups (SHGs) are small voluntary association of poor people, who come together for the purpose of solving their common problems through self-help and mutual … Continue reading [Answered]What are self help groups? Discuss various socio-cultural hurdles faced by Self Help Groups (SHGs) in promoting increased participation in development programmes.