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Research Paper | Sociology | Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026 | Pages: 940 - 942 | India
Changing Rural Society: Challenges and Sociological Perspectives of Development
Abstract: Rural societies across the world are undergoing rapid transformation due to economic globalisation, technological advancement, urbanisation, and state-led development policies. In India, rural communities that were historically characterised by agrarian livelihoods, strong kinship networks, caste-based social organisation, and traditional cultural values are now experiencing significant structural and cultural changes. The present study examines the changing nature of rural society and analyses the challenges and opportunities associated with rural development from a sociological perspective. The research is based on primary data collected through field surveys, interviews, and observations in selected rural communities. The study explores changes in economic structure, social institutions, migration patterns, education, and technological adaptation. It also evaluates the role of government development programs in improving rural livelihoods. The findings reveal that while development initiatives and modernisation processes have improved infrastructure, education, and communication, rural communities continue to face several challenges such as unemployment, agricultural instability, migration, social inequality, and weakening of traditional social institutions. The study concludes that rural development must be understood through an integrated sociological approach that considers economic, social, cultural, and institutional factors. Sustainable rural development requires inclusive policies, empowerment of rural populations, and strengthening of local institutions.
Keywords: Rural society, social change, Rural development, Migration, Sociological perspective, Modernisation
How to Cite?: Dr. K. M. Desai, "Changing Rural Society: Challenges and Sociological Perspectives of Development", Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 940-942, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26315212852, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26315212852