Chapter 1

NABARD Mandate and Functions

Origin and functions of the NABARD bank unit

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Role in refinancing agriculture and rural dev

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Monitoring and evaluation of rural credit units

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NABARD's role in SHG-Bank linkage promotion

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Relationship with RBI and State governments roles

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Chapter 2

Indian Rural Economy

Features and main challenges of the rural economy

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Agriculture as the backbone: Role and percentage

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Non-farm rural activities: Artisans and handicrafts

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Rural unemployment and poverty alleviation programs

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Role of rural infrastructure in regional development

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Chapter 3

Panchayati Raj governance

73rd Constitutional Amendment Act: Main features

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Three-tier structure: Gram, Block and Zila levels

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Powers and functions of the Gram Sabha in India

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Social auditing of rural schemes at village level

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Role of local bodies in health and education help

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Chapter 4

Rural Credit System

Formal sources: RRBs, Co-operatives, PSBs

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Informal sources: Moneylenders and relatives role

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Self Help Groups (SHG) and microfinance program

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Priority Sector Lending (PSL) specialized targets

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Lead Bank Scheme: Preparation of district plans

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Chapter 5

Welfare Schemes summary

MGNREGA: Objectives, rules and social impact results

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Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) goals

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National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) summary

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Rural housing and sanitation (Swachh Bharat) missions

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Digital literacy missions in rural Indian schools

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