Socio-Economic Determinants of Rice Production in Shifting Cultivation: A Case Study of Chandel District, Manipur

Abstract

This study investigates the influence of socio-economic variables on rice production within the context of shifting cultivation practices in Chandel District, Manipur, India. Agriculture, particularly rice cultivation, plays a vital role in the socio-economic fabric of Manipur, providing livelihoods for a significant portion of the population. Despite government initiatives aimed at modernizing agricultural practices, traditional methods, including shifting cultivation, persist in many areas. Chandel District, characterized by its substantial rice cultivation, serves as a focal point for examining the interplay between socio-economic factors and agricultural productivity. By analysing data on variables such as household income, education levels, land ownership, and access to modern agricultural techniques, this study aims to elucidate the relationship between these factors and rice production in the district.