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Scholars Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences | Volume-6 | Issue-01
An Analysis of Encroachments on Rural Tanks and their Rehabilitation Need for Sustainable Rural Development in Cuddalore District
M. Thilagavathi, Dr. P. Balamurugan
Published: Jan. 30, 2018 |
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DOI: 10.36347/sjahss.2018.v06i01.021
Pages: 118-124
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Abstract
Rural tanks are the general assets of society. The tanks are the main source of water in the rural areas as well as the precious gift of nature for humanity and the source of water for millions living on Earth. This study examines the reasons for the tanks encroachments and the necessary rehabilitation action. The two tank villages in Nallur block has been selected for present analysis. The study has been used at simple random sampling method in selected respondents. The total numbers of selected respondents are 120. It is therefore concluded that removal of encroachment on rural tank system is the urgent need for conserve rural livelihoods.