ICT and Livelihood Assets

Indigenous Communication Channels

Social Mobility

 Village Knowledge Centre

What is the contribution of cooperatives in rural development?

Describe the features and drawbacks of the Green Revolution.

Discuss the nature of land reforms in India.

Discuss in detail the concept of Indian rural society and rural social structure.

 Describe the impact of rural migration and underemployment on urban poverty.

 Discuss the steps taken for rural development in India after independence.

 Elucidate the travel cost method and provide an appropriate example to illustrate its application.

Discuss the interconnections between poverty and environmental degradation within fragile ecosystems.

Explain the influence of the concept of entropy on the emergence of ecological economics.

Explain the influence of the concept of entropy on the emergence of ecological economics.

Monitor TV, newspapers, or social media for three advertisements that seem misleading, exaggerated, or deceptive. Compare them with advertising ethics and ASCI guidelines. Write a report analyzing how these ads violate ethical principles and suggest how they could be made more truthful.

Analyze the case of news articles being used to train Al without the publisher's permission in the context of evolving copyright laws, digital piracy, and fair use. Discuss possible legal reforms or industry adaptations to protect both creators and consumers.

Investigate a recent case where a media organization faced backlash for publishing misleading or false information. Analyze how the organization responded, whether self-regulation measures were effective, and what lessons can be learned for responsible journalism in the digital age.

 Explore the role of the Right to Information (RTI) Act in investigative journalism in India. Select a case where RTI disclosures led to significant public revelations. Assess the effectiveness of RTI in holding power accountable and the challenges faced by journalists and activists in accessing information.

Choose a recent political advertisement that has sparked debate regarding ethical concerns. Analyze the ad using ethical frameworks such as truthfulness, fairness, and social responsibility. Discuss its potential impact on public opinion, political discourse, and democratic values.

Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission (SPMRM)