Introduction India’s development journey is marked by sharp regional disparities. While some districts have achieved rapid socio-economic progress, many others remain trapped in cycles of poverty, weak infrastructure, poor health outcomes, and limited educational access. Recognizing this imbalance, the Government of India launched the Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP) in 2018 with the objective of accelerating…
Introduction Farmers form the backbone of India’s agrarian economy. Although agriculture contributes a declining share to GDP, it continues to support the livelihoods of nearly half the population and remains politically and socially significant. Because of its size, complexity, and socio-economic importance, agricultural policy is often contested terrain in India. Farmers’ organizations — ranging from…
Rural settlements are an essential part of India’s demographic and cultural fabric. They form the backbone of the nation’s economy, housing a significant portion of its population. The rural settlement patterns in India are shaped by a variety of physical, cultural, economic, and political factors. These settlements reflect the relationship between humans and their environment,…