Rural and Urban Community Development — DU B.A. (Hons.) Social Work Previous Year Question Papers

Explain the socio-economic and natural diversity of rural communities in India. Discuss how migration has influenced the structure and functioning of rural society. 2. Examine the dynamies of rural society in relation to caste, class, tribe, and gender. How do these factors shape power relations and structural inequalities in villages ? 4. Explain the role of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in rural governance and administration. How do PRIs promote participatory development ? 5. Define urbanization and analyze the major caûses and consequences of unplanned urban growth in India. 6. What are slums? Discuss the socio-economic factors responsible for slum development and the challenges related to eviction and relocation. 7. Examine the key features and models of urban planning. How do theories of urban community development guide city-level interventions.? 8. Write short notes on any two of the following : (a) Rural Livelihood and Self-Employment Programmes (b) Micro Credit and Cooperatives (c) Urban Poor and Right to Housing