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Sustainability, Self-sufficiency, and Biodiversity: Case Study of the Majuli Island in Assam, India

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  • Sanjeeb Kakoty

    (Indian Institute of Management, Shillong)

  • Achinta Kumar Sarmah

    (Indian Institute of Management, Shillong)

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Traditional rural societies which are largely pre industrial, displays self sufficiency and symbiosis between its culture, heritage and economy. This symbiotic relationship fostered a healthy biodiversity. The growth of consumerism and focus on economic growth often threatens the traditional self-sufficiency of rural communities. Majuli, one of the largest inhabited river islands and home to numerous self-sufficient indigenous communities, is a good example of man nature symbiosis. Present day emphasis on economic determinism and a consumerist culture threatens its biodiversity and self-sufficiency. Reckless natural resources exploitation, increased chemical use in agriculture and labour out migration threaten the sustainability and bio-diversity of the island.

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  • Sanjeeb Kakoty & Achinta Kumar Sarmah, 2022. "Sustainability, Self-sufficiency, and Biodiversity: Case Study of the Majuli Island in Assam, India," Biophysical Economics and Resource Quality, Springer, vol. 7(2), pages 1-11, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:bioerq:v:7:y:2022:i:2:d:10.1007_s41247-022-00098-x
    DOI: 10.1007/s41247-022-00098-x
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