In search of sustainable development : scenario in a tribal village of Madhya Pradesh

This book deals with continuity and change in different aspects of life of Gond tribe living in a village of Madhya Pradesh. It covers how due to culture contact there is significant change in their household and agricultural assets, means of entertainment, communication system, source of livelihood, educational system, health and disease management, nutrition, functioning of panchayati raj institution, crime and punishment and so on. It also covers that how inspite of external intervention of different types tribals are still carrying number of institutions and practices which are historical in nature, to regulate their life chances. The book has also underlined certain precautions and steps which needs to be taken to ensure the ongoing process of development in a sustainable manner.

Besides the student of sociology, social anthropology and social work, the book will be significantly useful for planners, policy makers, NGOs and PRIS, who are directly or indirectly associated with tribal development.

CONTENTS

1. Introduction
2. Gonds of Pathai: Social and Demographic Profile

3. Household and Agricultural Assets

4. Economic Life

5. Health and Disease Management

6. Primary Education: Myth and Reality

7. Gram Panchayat: Functions and Challenges

8. Dispute and Crime Management

9.Conclusion