Geographic insights into the functionality and community impact of Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) in Lakhimpur District of Assam, India

Scottish Geographical Journal, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown, С. 1 - 20

Опубликована: Март 28, 2025

Язык: Английский

Changing jobs, changing landscapes: Do land use patterns reflect occupational shifts?

Area, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Апрель 27, 2025

Abstract This study examines the interplay between demographic shifts in occupational patterns and corresponding changes land use practices Kamrup district of Assam, India during 2010 2024. Through extensive field surveys data analysis across villages district, research identifies significant declines traditional occupations such as farming fishing, alongside notable growth non‐traditional sectors including service, business labour. These reflect broader socio‐economic transformations driven by environmental factors like recurrent floods, economic pressures, educational advancements governmental policies Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). Consequently, there has been a reduction agricultural an increase fallow lands vegetation cover, impacting soil health biodiversity. The findings underscore district's adaptation to challenges, reshaping local landscapes livelihood strategies. Policy recommendations emphasise sustainable practices, resilience against natural disasters, inclusive development support ongoing transitions foster community rural Assam.

Язык: Английский

Integrated groundwater quality assessment using GIS and statistical analysis techniques at Islamkot subdistrict in the Thar desert area

Groundwater for Sustainable Development, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown, С. 101469 - 101469

Опубликована: Май 1, 2025

Язык: Английский