Sustainable Tribal Livelihood Generation through Tribal Cooperatives and the Effective Use of Minor Forest Products in Jharkhand

Dr Shanta Rani Kerketta; Ms Kashish Pal

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i05.27719

Sustainable Tribal Livelihood Generation through Tribal Cooperatives and the Effective Use of Minor Forest Products in Jharkhand

Author(s)	Dr Shanta Rani Kerketta, Ms Kashish Pal
Country	India
Abstract	A significant part of India’s tribal community, which forms 11.3% of its rural demographic, relies heavily on Minor Forest Products (MFPs) for their livelihood. Reports indicate that around 100 million people are engaged in the collection and trade of MFPs, supporting nearly 275 million rural Indians, many of whom are tribal. Despite these natural resources, tribal groups in India face substantial socio-economic challenges, lagging behind in access to essential services such as healthcare, education, and financial opportunities. This gap is where Tribal co-operatives can make a significant impact, focusing on poverty reduction, environmental sustainability, and community development by creating sustainable business models that address unmet societal needs. Jharkhand, known as the "land of forests," is among the top three Indian states with a high tribal population, where approximately 60% depend on forest resources for their sustenance. Diverse MFPs like tamarind mainly enrich the state's economy. Yet, the full economic potential of these resources is underutilized due to limited market access and inadequate livelihood opportunities for tribal populations. The present study, titled " Sustainable Tribal livelihood generation through tribal cooperatives and the effective use of minor forest products in Jharkhand," examines how forming cooperatives can not only increase villagers' incomes by producing higher-value products but also strengthen communities and promote sustainable economic development. Educating tribes on available government schemes could significantly enhance their livelihoods and contribute to India's economic growth.
Keywords	Tribal, Tribal co-operatives, Minor Forest Products, Sustainable livelihoods, Paikaris.
Field	Sociology > Economics
Published In	Volume 6, Issue 5, September-October 2024
Published On	2024-09-19
Cite This	Sustainable Tribal Livelihood Generation through Tribal Cooperatives and the Effective Use of Minor Forest Products in Jharkhand - Dr Shanta Rani Kerketta, Ms Kashish Pal - IJFMR Volume 6, Issue 5, September-October 2024. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i05.27719
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i05.27719
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g4qmjv

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