IntroductionClimate change has become one of the most pressing issues of our time, with its effects being felt around the world. Scientists have established that the Earth's temperature has increased by 1°C above pre-industrial levels, and this is primarily due to human activities such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation,...

A composite index is a statistical tool used to combine multiple indicators or variables into a single score or ranking. Composite indexes are used in many fields, including economics, social sciences, environmental studies, and healthcare, to measure complex concepts that cannot be captured by a single indicator or variable.Composite...

The interlinkages between urban and rural sectors of the economy play a crucial role in rural development in the Indian context. The Indian economy is characterized by a large population living in rural areas, where agriculture is the main source of income. However, the urban sector also plays a significant role in the...

Infrastructural development is an important component of rural development as it provides the necessary physical and institutional infrastructure that is essential for the economic, social, and cultural development of rural areas. The following are some of the reasons why infrastructural development is needed for rural...

Rural development is a complex and multifaceted process that involves improving the economic, social, and cultural conditions of people living in rural areas. The aim of rural development is to create sustainable rural communities that are economically prosperous, socially inclusive, and environmentally sustainable. In...