Write four features of the development of women and children in Rural Area (DWACRA) scheme.

The main salient features of DWACRA scheme are as follows: 

1. The minimum number of women member of the informal group for which the scheme is applicable is 5.
2. Each group is entitled to a revolving fund amount on prorate basis at Rs. 1000 per member, subject to a maximum of Rs. 15000 per group.
3. The group is also entitled to a subsidy of 50% under IRDP, subject to a monetary ceiling prescribed from time to time.
4. For improving the living condition of women and thereby, children through the provision of opportunities for self -employment and access to basic social service.