Changes in Indian Villages

Green Revolution and Changes in Indian Villages: A Sociological Perspective

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Green Revolution and Changes in Indian Villages: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction The Green Revolution, which began in the 1960s, was a significant agricultural transformation that aimed to increase food production in India through the adoption of high-yielding variety (HYV) seeds, chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and modern irrigation techniques. While it successfully addressed food shortages and boosted agricultural productivity, it also brought profound socio-economic and cultural changes … Read more

Community Development Programme and Changes in Indian Villages: A Sociological Perspective

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Community Development Programme and Changes in Indian Villages: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction The Community Development Programme (CDP) was one of the most significant initiatives launched in post-independence India to bring about rural transformation. Introduced on October 2, 1952, it aimed at improving the socio-economic conditions of rural communities through participatory development. From a sociological perspective, the CDP was not merely an economic or administrative program but … Read more

Land Reform and Changes in Indian Villages: A Sociological Perspective

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Agrarian Social Stratification: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction Land reform has been one of the most significant policy interventions in post-independence India, aimed at restructuring agrarian relations, reducing inequalities, and enhancing rural productivity. From a sociological perspective, land reforms have not only altered the economic conditions of Indian villages but have also reshaped social hierarchies, caste dynamics, and power structures. Despite various … Read more