Rural Livelihoods - Class 6 - Social Science
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You have probably noticed that people in Kalpattu are engaged in a variety of non-farm work. List five of these.
In Kalpattu, apart from farming, villagers are involved in diverse non-farm activities. Five prominent ones include:
- Basket Making: A traditional craft practiced by some villagers using local materials.
- Blacksmithing: Providing essential services by manufacturing and repairing metal tools and implements.
- Weaving: Crafting textiles, a key skill among some households, contributing to the village’s economy.
- Cycle Repair: A crucial service in rural areas, supporting the primary mode of transport for many villagers.
- Brick Making: Engaged by some villagers, supplying construction materials for local use and sale.
List the different types of people you read about in Kalpattu who depend on farming. Who is the poorest among them and why?
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Sign up nowPoor rural labourers like Thulasi often do not have access to good medical facilities, good schools, and other resources. You have read about inequality in the first unit of this text. The difference between her and Ramalingam is one of inequality. Do you think this is a fair situation? What do you think can be done? Discuss in class.
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Sign up nowWhat do you think the government can do to help farmers like Sekar when they get into debt? Discuss.
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Sign up nowCompare the situation of Sekar and Ramalingam by filling out the following table:
Criteria | Sekar | Ramalingam |
---|---|---|
Land cultivated | ||
Labour required | ||
Loans required | ||
Selling of harvest | ||
Other work done by them |
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Describe the daily life and challenges of a non-farming worker in Kalpattu. How do they sustain their livelihoods?
In Kalpattu, a village in Tamil Nadu, non-farming workers engage in various occupations like basket weaving, blacksmithing, and cycle repair. Their daily life involves providing services or crafting goods for the local community. Despite their hard work, these individuals face significant challenges. Irregular income and limited job opportunities create financial instability. Competition with others for work and dependency on the agricultural cycle for demand of services exacerbate their struggles. They sustain their livelihoods by engaging in multiple trades, borrowing during lean periods, and often migrating to nearby towns for seasonal work to supplement their income.
Explore the ecological impact of agriculture and non-farm work in Kalpattu. How do these activities affect the local environment and sustainability?
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