A Case Study on Rural Development to Entrepreneurship

Dr. N. Gurumurthy, Prof. K. Jayachandra Reddy

Rural Development; Entrepreneurship; Economic Growth; Challenges; Opportunities

The foundation of a nation lies in the strong developments of living standard of its people. For this purpose, they have to overcome some issues such as economic disparity, social inequality, and gender bias. India is a vast democratic country in the world. She became first country in the population growth. It has a significant amount of rural population engaged in various cottage industries that serve as a source of livelihood to them. Population growth presents many challenges. This article addresses the rural economic issues which can help alleviate poverty. Conducting a systematic survey of rural communities and their economic activities can aid in improving their living conditions. Encouraging rural entrepreneurship can empower individuals to establish businesses, fostering economic self-reliance and reducing unemployment.

Rural development is an essential for the sustainable economic progress and social well-being. This study examines how entrepreneurship can generate and drive rural development, emphasizing its role in employment generation, poverty reduction, and regional economic balance. By leveraging local resources and skills, rural entrepreneurship can serve as a catalyst for sustainable economic transformation.

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