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    • THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC STATUS OF INLAND FISHERMEN OF HOOGHLY DISTRICT IN WEST BENGAL

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    Keywords

    • SOCIO-ECONOMIC STATUS OF INLAND FISHERMEN
    • FISHERMEN
    • FISHERMEN OF HOOGHLY
    THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC STATUS OF INLAND FISHERMEN OF HOOGHLY DISTRICT IN WEST BENGAL

    Magazine: August 2024

    Page: 43 - 48

    Volume: 4

    Issue: 8

    Issue Date: 10 August 2024

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    Abstract

    This study explores the socio-economic status of inland fishermen in the Hooghly district of West Bengal. With fish as a critical source of animal protein, this research highlights the demographics, education levels, family compositions, pond holdings, and income sources of the fishing community. Data from 48 sample fishermen across eight villages were analysed. Results indicate that the majority are middle-aged, primary-educated, and depend heavily on fishing for income. The study provides a comprehensive understanding of the fishermen’s socio-economic conditions, crucial for informed policy-making and development initiatives.