Rural Tourism of North East India: Prospects and Challenges
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Science - Year 2018, Vol 23, Issue 2
Abstract
In this paper an attempt have been made to study how the rural tourism helps to generate sustainable livelihood in North-East India. The study is based onsecondary data. Development of rural tourism can be considered as a possible way to enhance economic empowerment and employment generation of rural communities through sustainable livelihood. Rural tourism is the showcase of rural life, art, culture and heritage, picturesquelandscape at rural locations or in villages. Rural tourism also the concept of homestay can provide direct benefits to the local communities or stakeholders, both economically and socially. It also enable interactions between tourists and local population for a mutually enriching experience. The government have taken various initiative and policies at central and state level to enhance tourism potential. Consequently there has been considerable growth of rural communities in North EastIndia through village tourism, natural tourism, cultural tourism etc. In this paper an attempt is made to study the potentiality of rural tourism and its various aspects in North East India for sustainable rural development.
Authors and Affiliations
Krishnakhi Choudhury, Dr Papiya Dutta, Samiran Patgiri
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