Public Distribution System and Tribal Development

N Praveen Kumar Reddy and D Himachalam

ISBN 10: 818429056X / ISBN 13: 9788184290561

Published by The Associated Pub, Ambala Cantt, 2007

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Contents Preface. Acknowledgements. Abbreviations. 1. Introduction and methodology. 2. Trends in tribal development. 3. Public distribution system in Andhra Pradesh an overview. 4. Socio economic profile of Tribes of Andhra Pradesh. 5. PDS in Sample tribal areas and its impact on the living conditions of the tribals. 6. Problems of tribals. 7. Summary of conclusions and suggestions. Bibliography. Schedule. The present research work entitled Public Distribution System and Tribal Development focuses on the measures it has been taking to meet the tribals food requirements. It examines how efficient the PDS has been in providing the food requirements. It also takes into account the various issues of the tribals relating to their food requirements. The objective of the study is to get a clear insight into the major problems of food of the tribals and the contribution of the Public Distribution System in solving it. Based on practical observations during the field investigation workable suggestions are also made which it is hoped would be found helpful in solving the problems by the Government and other related agencies which are involved in the PDS. 346 pp.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Public Distribution System and Tribal Development
• Publisher: The Associated Pub, Ambala Cantt
• Publication Date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 818429056X
• ISBN 13: 9788184290561
• Binding: Hardbound
• Edition: New
• Condition: As New

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Empowerment of women in the twenty first century has taken several dimensions. It is not just confined to the demand for equality, it is gone beyond that as the papers in the volume indicate. The book contains papers that examined several issues like self help groups, equality in treatment, political participation, health concerns, social issues and several emerging dimensions of women empowerment during the years to come. The book is useful for scholars working in Women studies, social scientists and activists.