UNION BUDGET 2016–17: A ROAD MAP FOR PROGRESSIVE RURAL DEVELOPMENT

Dr. T. Sadashivam

Volume : VI, Issue : V, May - 2016

UNION BUDGET 2016–17: A ROAD MAP FOR PROGRESSIVE RURAL DEVELOPMENT

Dr. T. Sadashivam

Abstract :

The true inclusive society cannot be achieved, without the inclusion of more than majority of population, who are living in rural areas of the country. In India, more than 800 million of population lives in the rural areas of the country. Even after more than 6 decades of independence, their development is utmost important for our society. In this context, the Union Budget 2016–17, has taken many initiatives. This article will discuss about the important initiatives undertaken by the Union Government for rural development, for the financial year 2016–17. The focus is on essential sectors of rural development, which can go long way in promoting and developing rural areas and the people reside in it.