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    Agricultural Policies, Institutions and Rural Development
    (A K INTERNATIONAL PUBLICATION, 2026) Shazia Noor, Priyanshi Gupta, Mohammad Danish Hussain
    Agriculture has always occupied a central place in the economic, social and cultural life of rural societies. Beyond food production, agriculture provides employment, shapes rural livelihoods and influences patterns of development and equity. Agricultural policies and institutions play a decisive role in determining how effectively the agricultural sector contributes to rural development. Well-designed policies can stimulate productivity, stabilize farm incomes, promote equity and encourage sustainable use of natural resources, while weak or poorly implemented policies may deepen rural poverty and regional disparities. Institutions, both formal and informal, act as the channels through which policies are translated into action on the ground. This chapter presents a comprehensive academic discussion on agricultural policies, institutions and rural development, examining their interrelationships, evolution and practical significance. It explores the objectives and instruments of agricultural policy, the role of institutions in implementation and the broader impact of these frameworks on rural livelihoods, infrastructure, social development and sustainability.
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    Farm Production Economics and Resource Use Efficiency
    (A K INTERNATIONAL PUBLICATION, 2026) Shazia Noor, Priyanshi Gupta, Mohammad Danish Hussain
    Farm production economics is concerned with how farmers organize and manage scarce resources to produce agricultural output in the most efficient and profitable manner. In a world where land, water, labour, capital and energy are increasingly limited, the question is no longer only how much to produce, but how efficiently production can be carried out. Resource use efficiency lies at the heart of farm production economics, as it directly influences farm income, sustainability and long-term viability of agricultural systems. This chapter presents a comprehensive academic discussion on farm production economics and resource use efficiency, focusing on economic principles, production relationships, input–output analysis, cost structures, decision-making processes and efficiency measurement at the farm level. It also explores practical dimensions such as technology adoption, risk and uncertainty, labour and capital use and environmental considerations.
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    Climate Change and Global Warming: Challenge for Future Generations
    (Academic Publishers & Distributers, 2025) Amina Jafri, Nida Fatma, Pranjali Tripathi
    The world’s most pressing issues today are global warming and climate change, which have a significant impact on economies, societies and the environment everywhere. This study examines the intricate facets of the issues, examining their ramifications, fundamental causes, strategies for mitigating and adapting to their effects. The study highlights how crucial global collaboration and all-encompassing efforts are to effectively tackling these problems. Through an in-depth examination of its impacts on the environment, ecology, and society. This study highlights how important, it is to understand and mitigate climate change. In addition, it studies the causes of climate change, focusing on industrial activity, deforestation, and greenhouse gas emissions in particular (Abu Rayhan et al, 2023). Subsequently, the paper explains several mitigation strategies, including the use of carbon capture and efficiency improvement technologies, reforestation initiatives, and sustainable urban planning. In addition, a comprehensive discourse is conducted regarding adaptation tactics, such as enhanced farming methods, community engagement, informed policies and climate change-resistant infrastructure (IPCC,2021). The paper’s conclusion highlights the significance of quick action and global cooperation in minimizing the effects of climate change and getting ready for them.
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    Cow-Based Integrated Farming System
    (EdTech Publications, Vikas Nagar, Lucknow, U.P., India, 2025) Shubhangi Singh, Shubhendu Singh, Shashank Singh, Shashi Bhushan Singh, Madhulika
    Cow-Based Integrated Farming System (CBIFS) is a sustainable agricultural model integrating cattle with components like crops, fishery, horticulture, and apiculture to promote resource recycling and ecosystem resilience. Cows contribute dung, urine, and leftover feed that support nutrient cycling, biogas production, and aquaculture inputs. Systems like fish–cow and crop–cow integration enhance productivity, profitability, and employment for smallholder farmers. CBIFS emphasizes ecological balance, reduced external inputs, and food security. Despite limitations such as nutrient loss, manure handling challenges, and low-quality residues, this model offers promising opportunities for sustainable intensification, organic input use, and rural livelihood enhancement.
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    Reclaiming Indian Knowledge Systems in the Digital Age: Challenges and the Way Ahead
    (Angel Publication (Bhagwati Publishers Distributors), 2025) Sania Kulsum
    For thousands of years, Indian civilization has nurtured one of the world’s richest traditions of knowledge. From Ayurveda to Vedic mathematics, Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) have contributed immensely to global intellectual heritage. In today’s fast-paced digital world, these ancient systems are often overlooked. However, the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 marks a turning point by advocating the integration of IKS into contemporary education. This paper delves into why Indian Knowledge Systems matter today, how they are being reintroduced in modern classrooms, the challenges we face in this process, and how we can overcome them to craft a more meaningful and culturally rooted educational experience.
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    E-Waste Management System: An Approach and Assessment
    (MJS Publication, 2025) Uzma, Aqeel Ahmad Khan
    Electronic waste (e-waste) has emerged as one of the fastest-growing waste streams worldwide, primarily driven by rapid technological advancements, shortened product lifecycles, and consumer demand for modern electronics. This study aims to explore the current approaches and assess the effectiveness of e-waste management systems, with a focus on sustainable handling, disposal, and recycling practices. The research delves into the classification of e-waste, its environmental and health impacts, and the legal frameworks governing its management in both global and Indian contexts. Emphasis is placed on the roles of stakeholders, including producers, consumers, recyclers, and regulatory authorities, in the e-waste value chain. Through analysis of existing collection mechanisms, extended producer responsibility (EPR), and informal sector dynamics, the study identifies gaps in implementation and suggests strategic interventions to improve efficiency. The paper also highlights successful models from developed countries that can be adapted in developing nations to mitigate the growing crisis. Ultimately, this assessment seeks to promote an integrated, circular economy-based e-waste management approach that prioritizes environmental safety, resource recovery, and public health.
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    Introduction to Agriculture: History, Context and Global Trends
    (The Pustakalaya, 2025) Yaduvendra Singh, Nadeem Khan
    Agriculture is the stage upon which human societies have choreographed their survival, innovation and transformation for millennia. This chapter presents a broad but textured introduction to agriculture: its deep historical roots, the ways in which farming practices and systems have evolved and the major global trends shaping the present and near future. Rather than an encyclopedic treatment, the text aims to offer a readable academic overview that balances technical clarity with human context. It describes major shifts from early domestication and land-use patterns to industrialization, the Green Revolution and contemporary moves toward digital and regenerative approaches. The piece also explores the economic, social and environmental forces that frame agricultural decision-making at farm, landscape and policy scales. The conclusion synthesizes lessons and points toward pathways that reconcile productivity, resilience, equity and ecology