ROLE OF YOUTH IN RURAL DEVELOPMENT

Author Name: 1 Vidhyadhar T. Banajawad, 2 Dr. Mukta S. Adi

Volume: 01 &  Issue:

Country: India

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: http://www.doi-ds.org/doilink/01.2021-73989868/UIJIR

Affiliation:

¹Research Scholar, Department of Studies in Economics, Rani Chennamma University, Belagavi, Karnataka, India

²Research Guide, Department of Studies in Economics, Rani Chennamma University, Belagavi, Karnataka, India

ABSTRACT

Rural development in India is extremely vital for the overall progress of the country. In rural areas, there have been many aspects that need to be focused upon, such as generation of jobs and employment for the people, construction of houses, schools and educational institutions, medical and health care facilities, agriculture, industries, nutritional requirements, focusing upon the skill development of the people and facilities such as electricity, energy, water, gas and cooking equipment. For the welfare of the rural people, these areas need to be focused upon, for the effective development of these areas the role of youth is required. In this research paper, what is the significance of the role of youth in rural development has been underscored. The main areas that are highlighted in this research paper are, identifying youth, youth participation, impediments to youth participation, the demand for the role of youth in rural areas, youth labour markets in rural areas, and an assessment of the role of youth in rural development. Thus, it can be understood that the role of youth has been imperative in the case of rural development, provided if the youth wholeheartedly contributes and works with zest and enthusiasm.

Key words: Youth, Rural Development, Skill Development