EXPLORING THE CHALLENGES FACED BY SINGLE MOTHER IN KALIMPONG DISTRICT OF WEST BENGAL

Being a mother in general is not an easy task. It is a huge step in one's life and brings about a drastic change. Single mothers face more challenges and problems while raising their child as they have to do it all alone. The study is a qualitative study and the data was collected through primary source. Interview was conducted using unstructured open-ended questions. The sample comprised of five single mothers who were selected through convenient sampling. Findings suggest that single mothers face various issues especially emotional and financial problems. Emotional and financial support should be provided to them. They received social support from various sources and did not face issues like social stigmas.