Author Profile

Prof. Raksha Singh is a distinguished economist and academician, serving as Professor and Head of the Department of Economics at IGNTU, Amarkantak. With over 27 years of expertise in Microeconomics, Mathematical Economics, and Econometrics, she is a NAAC assessor and a key member of academic councils in central and state universities. A prolific author, she has published reference books and textbooks, completed three UGC-funded research projects, and supervised six Ph.D. scholars. fostering a research-driven academic culture. Her contributions to academia and policy-making have significantly influenced economic education and institutional excellence. Dr. Vinod Sen, a distinguished economist and academician, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at IGNTU, Amarkantak. With over 20 years of experience, he specializes in Labour Economics, Informal Sector Studies, and Developmental Economics. A PhD from JNU, he has taught at the Central University of Gujarat and Delhi University colleges. He has authored seven books, published 81 research papers in reputed journals, and led two ICSSR-funded research projects. Honored for his contributions, he received the Indian Economic Association Excellence in Economic Research Award (2024) and the Late Tapan Choure Young Economist Award (2022). Dr. Anand Sugandhe an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at IGNTU, Amarkantak, specializes in Development Economics, Macroeconomics, and Caste and Migration Economics. Actively contributing to academia since 2017, he holds a Ph.D. and M.Phil. from the Central University of Gujarat and an M.A. from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University. With 19 research publications, his work explores migration, tribal development, and socio-economic disparities. A lifetime member of the Indian Economic Association and Zonal Secretary of the Madhya Pradesh Economic Association, he is committed to addressing marginalized communities’ challenges through teaching, research, and policy engagement.

About The Book

The book Tribes in Transition: Livelihoods, Development, and Sustainability explores the evolving lives of India’s tribal communities, addressing their challenges and opportunities. Organized into three key themes—tribal migration and livelihoods, skill development and education, and sustainability and resource management—it provides a holistic analysis of tribal life. It examines migration trends, financial inclusion, and the economic significance of traditional art like Gond art. The book also discusses how skill enhancement, cultural preservation, and modern education intersect, analysing policies like the Forest Rights Act and the National Food Security Act. Featuring case studies, policy evaluations, and empirical research, it offers valuable insights for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners, advocating for sustainable, inclusive development while preserving tribal identities.

Table of Contents

Foreword for the book
Preface
Acknowledgements
Disclaimer
List of Contributors
List of Tables
List of Figures
List of Abbreviations
Chapter 1 Introduction
Section I: Dimensions of Tribal Migration and Livelihoods
Chapter 2 Dimensions of Tribal Migration in Madhya Pradesh
Chapter 3 Tribal Life and Livelihood
Chapter 4 Driving Sustainability: The contribution of Scheduled Tribes to development in Madhya Pradesh
Chapter 5 Impact of Cultural Practices on Tribal People in India
Chapter 6 National Food Security Act- 2013 and its implications on Tribal Communities
Section 2: Skill Development, Education, and Socio-economic Progress
Chapter 7 Possibilities and Dimensions of Skill Development in Pando Tribe in Chhattisgarh
Chapter 8 Possibilities and Dimensions of Sports Skill Development in Indian Tribal Areas
Chapter 9 Impact of Modern Education on Preserving Tribal Culture in India
Chapter 10 Education of Scheduled Tribes in India: Progress and Gaps
Chapter 11 Comparative Study between the Mental Health and Academic Achievements of the Tribal students at middle school level in West Bengal and Jharkhand
Chapter 12 The Role of Tribal Literacy in the Socio-Economic Development of India
Chapter 13 Tribal Development in India: Policies and Programs
Section 3: Sustainability, Financial Inclusion, and Resource Management
Chapter 14 Analysing Financial Inclusion and Sustainable Economic Development among Tribal Communities in India
Chapter 15 Economic Impact of Tribal Art: Special Reference to Gond Art
Chapter 16 Role of Scheduled Tribes in the Conservation of Biodiversity in Chhattisgarh State
Chapter 17 Forest Rights Act 2006: Implementation and an Assessment
Chapter 18 A Comparative Study of Sustainable Garbage Management Practices among Tribes in Kothi and Amarkantak Panchayat
Chapter 19 Financial Inclusion among Tribes in Kerala
Chapter 20 Socio-Economic Challenges Faced by Tribal Hostel Students in Chhattisgarh Region