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

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

Land Reform and Changes in Indian Villages: 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