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Fundamentals of Rural Development
The book expounds on the functioning of rural development as well as the practical problems encountered in the formulation of rural development policies and programs.It provides an exhaustive account of the various sectors and actors of rural development and presents it as a multidimensional concept by documenting its different components.It also details the paradigms and strategies of rural development adopted by developed and developing countries of the world. This volume deals with rural cooperatives and livelihood in order to understand how the development process can be self-sustained and sustainable, following the vocal for local mantra.It also extensively discusses rural basic needs, poverty, employment, the role of Panchayati raj institutions, the corporate sector, NGOs, peoples’ participation and capacity building in rural development. This book will be useful to undergraduate and post graduate students, researchers, teachers of development studies, economics, sociology, political science, and public administration.It will be useful for the administrators and development administration officials of state and central government, planners, policy makers, and people working in NGOs and corporate sector functionaries dealing with corporate social responsibilities especially those are handling developmental issues and challenges.
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Sustainable Livelihoods and Rural Development
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African Perspectives on Reshaping Rural Development
Development studies in developing regions such as Southern Africa rely heavily on materials developed by Europeans with a European context.European dominance in development studies emanates from the fact that the discipline was first developed by Europeans.Some argue that this has led to distortions in theory and practice of development in Southern Africa.This book wishes to begin Africa's expedition to develop proper material to de-Westernize while Africanizing the context of the scholarship of rural development. African Perspectives on Reshaping Rural Development is an essential reference source that repositions the context of rural development studies from the Western-centric knowledge system into an African context in order to solve African-centered problems.Featuring research on topics such as food security, poverty reduction, and community engagement, this book is ideally designed for planners, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, government officials, academicians, and students seeking clarity on theory and practice of development in Africa.
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Managing Risk in Agriculture : A Development Perspective
The book addresses and documents farmers' risks in developing and emerging economies.It draws lessons from experimental economics on measuring risk preferences, attitudes, gender differences in managing risks, and risk management strategies in countries across Africa and Asia.It argues policy makers, especially in emerging economies, need a better understanding of farmers' attitudes toward risk and choices of risk management strategies when designing policies to support production agriculture.The book includes chapters on three themes: understanding risk attitudes and preferences; using experimental economics to measure risk, preferences, and risk management strategies; and understanding climate change, risk, and risk management.The book critically examines the currently held beliefs about risk preference, attitudes, and empirical estimation of risk management strategies, emphasizing developing and emerging economies (DEE). "The agricultural development space is an inherently risky one and this welcome collection belatedly helps to plug an important hole." Jock R. Anderson, Emeritus Professor of Agricultural Economics, University of New England, Armidale, Australia "Over time, agricultural production practices have evolved, as have the markets and value chains for food and agricultural products.A constant consideration, however, and one that continues to define agriculture worldwide, is risk.The risks that impinge on agriculture come in all shapes and sizes.Of course, production risks are ubiquitous. But so are market risks. And the same is true for macroeconomic and financial risks and the risks associated with an evolving climate.This book will be a valuable, comprehensive resource for any applied economist desiring to understand the risk management principles relevant to modern food and agricultural systems." Matthew Holt, Prof. and head of the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics, Virginia Tech University, Blacksburg, VA, USA.
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Should the focus in geography be more on agriculture or urban development?
The focus in geography should be balanced between agriculture and urban development. Both are critical aspects of human geography and have significant impacts on the environment, economy, and society. Understanding the complexities of agricultural systems and their relationship with the environment is essential for sustainable food production and land use. Similarly, studying urban development is crucial for understanding the dynamics of population growth, infrastructure, and the impact of human activities on the environment. Therefore, a balanced approach that considers both agriculture and urban development is necessary for a comprehensive understanding of geographical processes and their implications.
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What is better: web development or game development?
The answer to this question depends on individual preferences and career goals. Web development is better for those who are interested in creating websites, web applications, and working with a variety of programming languages and frameworks. On the other hand, game development is better for those who are passionate about creating interactive and immersive experiences, working with 3D graphics, and game engines. Both fields offer unique challenges and opportunities, so it ultimately comes down to personal interests and career aspirations.
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What is development?
Development refers to the process of improving the economic, social, and environmental well-being of a society. It involves creating opportunities for people to lead healthy, productive lives and to realize their full potential. Development can encompass various aspects such as economic growth, poverty reduction, access to education and healthcare, and sustainable use of resources. Ultimately, development aims to enhance the quality of life for all members of a community or country.
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What is the difference between web development and software development?
Web development primarily focuses on creating websites and web applications that are accessed through a web browser, using technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Software development, on the other hand, involves creating applications that can run on various platforms, including desktop computers, mobile devices, and servers. While web development is a subset of software development, software development encompasses a broader range of applications beyond just web-based ones.
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Rural Democracy : Elections and Development in Africa
How have African rulers responded to the introduction of democratic electoral competition?Despite the broadly negative picture painted by the prevailing focus on electoral fraud, clientelism, and ethnic conflict, the book argues that the full story is somewhat more promising.While these unfortunate practices may be widespread, African rulers also seek to win votes through the provision and distribution of public goods and services.The author's central argument is that in predominantly rural countries the introduction of competitive elections leads governments to implement pro-rural policies, in order to win the votes of the rural majority.As a result, across much of Africa the benefits of democratic electoral competition have accrued primarily in terms of rural development.This broad claim is supported by cross-national evidence, both from public opinion surveys and from individual level data on health and education outcomes.The argument's core assumptions about voting behavior are supported with quantitative evidence from Ghana, and qualitative historical evidence from Botswana presents further evidence for the underlying theoretical mechanism.Taken together, this body of evidence provides reasons to be optimistic about the operation of electoral accountability in Africa.African governments are responding to the accountability structures provided by electoral competition; in that sense, democracy in Africa is working. Oxford Studies in African Politics and International Relations is a series for scholars and students working on African politics and International Relations and related disciplines.Volumes concentrate on contemporary developments in African political science, political economy, and International Relations, such as electoral politics, democratization, decentralization, the political impact of natural resources, the dynamics and consequences of conflict, and the nature of the continent's engagement with the East and West.Comparative and mixed methods work is particularly encouraged.Case studies are welcomed but should demonstrate the broader theoretical and empirical implications of the study and its wider relevance to contemporary debates.The series focuses on sub-Saharan Africa, although proposals that explain how the region engages with North Africa and other parts of the world are of interest. Series Editors: Nic Cheeseman, Professor of Democracy and International Development, University of Birmingham; and Ricardo Soares de Oliveira, Professor of the International Politics of Africa, University of Oxford.
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Power and Gender in European Rural Development
Since the early 1990s, new public and private actors, emphasizing issues such as landscape, nature, environment and food safety, have challenged EU rural development policies.This book looks at this innovative framework and, in particular, the impacts of the interactions between established interests and newcomers in local power relations.Specific attention has been given to the gendered nature of these processes.Case studies from throughout Western Europe analyze local rural power relations and present overviews of the significance of rural gender relations.The book demonstrates that traditional and new forms of social organization in rural areas create new forms of political participation.Changing forms of social capital and political participation not only influence the relation between state and civil society, but also male-female relationships.The book argues that the dynamics of these gendered power relations produce competing discourses, which can often hinder policy making and implementation.
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Caring for Place : Community Development in Rural England
This book draws on preeminent planning theorist Patsy Healey’s personal experiences as a resident of a small rural town in England, to explore what place and community mean in a particular context, and how different initiatives struggle to get a stake in the wider governance relations while maintaining their own focus and ways of working.Throughout the book, Healey assesses the public value generated by community initiatives and the impact of such activity on wider governance dynamics. Healey explores the power which small communities are able to mobilise through self-organisation and grassroots activism.Through the lens of Wooler and Glendale as a micro-society, the book centres on a community experiencing an economic and demographic transition.It focuses on three initiatives developed and led by local people – a small community development trust, an informal attentionmobilising network, and a Neighbourhood Plan project which uses an opportunity provided within the formal planning system.It examines how, in such civil society activism, people came together to promote local development in a place and community neglected by the dominant political economy. The book details the power and force of community initiative and its potential for transforming both the future possibilities for the place and community itself, as well as wider governance relations.Overall, it seeks to enrich academic and policy discussion about how the relations between formal government and civil society energy could evolve in more productive and progressive directions.
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ICT and Rural Development in the Global South
This book dives into the achievements, opportunities, risks and dangers of ICT in the rural Global South, and takes a look at the likely future. Drawing on years of experience across 45 counties, as well as extensive original academic research, Willem van Eekelen situates the evolving role of ICT in wider development patterns in the Global South.He discusses the effects of ICT on agriculture, trade, financial flows, resource management and governmental performance.He then considers the associated risks of financial insecurity, online gambling, exclusion, misinformation and the effects of ICT on people’s freedom.The book concludes with six recommendations to maximise the usefulness of rural ICT investments and minimise the risk of them causing harm. This engaging and authoritative account of ICT and rural development will help students, academics, governmental policymakers, donors and investors wishing to support socio-economic development in the Global South.
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What is the difference between software development and application development?
Software development is a broader term that encompasses the entire process of creating software, including planning, designing, coding, testing, and maintenance. Application development, on the other hand, specifically refers to the process of creating a specific type of software application, such as a mobile app, web app, or desktop application. In other words, application development is a subset of software development, focusing on the creation of specific types of software applications.
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What is heterogeneous development?
Heterogeneous development refers to the uneven progress or growth that occurs within a particular region or country. It means that different areas or groups within the same region experience varying levels of development, resulting in disparities in terms of income, infrastructure, education, and other socio-economic indicators. This can be due to factors such as unequal distribution of resources, historical legacies, government policies, or global economic trends. Addressing heterogeneous development often requires targeted interventions and policies to reduce disparities and promote more inclusive growth.
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Is game development lucrative?
Game development can be lucrative for those who are successful in creating popular and profitable games. The industry is competitive, but top developers and studios can earn significant revenue from game sales, in-game purchases, and licensing deals. However, it can also be a risky and unpredictable field, with many games failing to recoup their development costs. Overall, game development has the potential to be lucrative, but success is not guaranteed and requires a combination of talent, hard work, and market understanding.
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What is covalent development?
Covalent development is a term used in the context of software development to describe a collaborative approach to building and maintaining software. It involves multiple developers working together on the same codebase, using version control systems to manage changes and updates. Covalent development emphasizes communication, teamwork, and shared responsibility for the code, leading to a more efficient and cohesive development process. This approach allows for greater flexibility and adaptability in responding to changes and challenges in the development process.
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