1. To obtain reliable data about the current (initial) indicator figures – measuring the outcome and outputs in the project region and of the target group (3,000 households from 13 villages within the defined project region).

2. To check the indicators for complying with the SMART principles.

3. To refine the indicators where needed

4. To set up a clear methodology for their measurement. By that, the baseline study will lay the foundation for the mid-term evaluation and the end-term evaluation.

5. To inform the selection of project beneficiaries

6. To identify potential obstacles, risks and alternatives to overcome the foreseen challenges.

7. To support the project quality assurance measures implemented by SoH.

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August, 2021

February, 2022

Sundarbans, West-Bengal

The overall objective of the project was to regenerate and protect the endangered flora and fauna of the Sundarbans in a sustainable manner, via reforestation and empowerment of the local population with regard to positive resource management strategies, thus contributing to the improved resilience of the target group in the face of natural disasters.

The specific objectives are:

(i) To evaluate the relevance and coherence of the project intervention.

(ii) To understand the achievements of the project with regard to its pre-determined objectives and also sustainability of the achievements.

(iii) To know the participation and ownership of the target group during the project intervention.

(iv) To identify strengths and weakness in terms of planning, management, implementation and monitoring.

(v) To know the overall impact of the intervention in the project area.

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August, 2021

September, 2021

Sundarbans, West-Bengal