Social Concepts in Rural India (Prabhat Prakashan)

Book excerpt: About the book This book on Rural Development in India comprises of eight units which focus to reconstruct the importance of villages in India since time immemorial. The authors have very well tried their level best to provide a historical and conceptual clarity on various aspects of Indian villages. The authors have discussed about the types and characteristics of Indian villages with focus on theoretical concepts like—Sanskritisation, Westernisation, Globalisation, Tribe-Caste-Continum. Focus has also been made on the practice of Jajmani System within the Indian villages. Above all the well-defined and chronological sequence of Indian village studies has been explained in this book. "SOCIAL CONCEPTS IN RURAL INDIA" by Dr. Birendra (IAS), Dr. Abhishek Chauhan, Dr. Rajkumar Mahto: This collaborative work by Dr. Birendra, Dr. Abhishek Chauhan, and Dr. Rajkumar Mahto explores social concepts in rural India. It delves into the complexities of rural society, addressing issues, and examining social dynamics within rural communities. Key Aspects of the Book "SOCIAL CONCEPTS IN RURAL INDIA": Rural Sociology: The book provides a sociological perspective on rural India, examining social structures, traditions, and challenges. Community Dynamics: Dr. Birendra, Dr. Abhishek Chauhan, and Dr. Rajkumar Mahto discuss the interactions and relationships that shape rural life. Social Issues: "SOCIAL CONCEPTS IN RURAL INDIA" addresses critical social issues and their impact on rural communities. The authors, Dr. Birendra (IAS), Dr. Abhishek Chauhan, and Dr. Rajkumar Mahto, are experts in the field of rural sociology and social studies. Their collaborative book offers valuable insights into rural Indian society.