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4. Change and Development in Rural Society

Indian society is predominantly rural, with a significant portion of the population engaged in agriculture and related occupations. The chapter discusses the complexities of agricultural practices, agrarian structures, and how economic inequalities are perpetuated through land ownership and caste dynamics. Further, it examines the impacts of historical reforms, the Green Revolution, and globalization on rural life, highlighting both advancements and emerging disparities.

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  • 4

    Change And Development In Rural Society

    This section discusses the significance of agriculture and land in rural Indian society, detailing the social structures, economic implications, and changes brought about by historical and contemporary reforms.

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  • 4.1

    Agrarian Structure And Class In Rural India

    This section examines the agrarian structure and class dynamics in rural India, highlighting the unequal distribution of land, the relationship between caste and class, and the socio-economic implications of these structures.

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  • 4.2

    The Impact Of Reforms

    This section discusses the historical transformations in agrarian structures in India due to colonial and post-independence reforms, highlighting the ongoing inequalities in land distribution and the socio-economic impacts on rural society.

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  • 4.3

    The Green Revolution And Its Social Consequences

    The Green Revolution transformed India's agricultural landscape, leading to increased productivity but also social inequalities and adverse effects on traditional farming practices.

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  • 4.4

    Transformations In Rural Society After Independence

    Post-Independence India witnessed significant changes in rural society, characterized by new agricultural practices, labor relations, and economic structures.

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  • 4.5

    Circulation Of Labour

    The section explores the dynamics of migrant agricultural labor in rural India, driven by the commercialization of agriculture and the breakdown of traditional bonds between laborers and landlords.

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  • 4.6

    Globalisation, Liberalisation And Rural Society

    This section discusses the impact of globalisation and liberalisation on Indian agriculture and rural society, highlighting changes in market dynamics and farmer vulnerabilities.

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