Zia Afroz, Neha Singh2026-01-092025978-93-48059-01-7http://136.232.12.194:4000/handle/123456789/1646Book Title-Towards Sustainable Transition: Holistic Development and Inclusive Transformation of Indian Society Book Editor(s)- Prof. (Dr.) Zeba Aqil And Dr. Khurshed AlamSocial innovation refers to the development and implementation of novel solutions to social and environmental challenges. These solutions aim to be more effective, efficient, sustainable, or just compared to existing ones. The concept involves collaboration among various sectors, including non-profits, businesses, governments, and often engages the community in the problem-solving process. Key aspects of social innovation include the introduction of new ideas, effective implementation, measurable impact, cross-sector collaboration, and sustainability.en-USHumanitiesSOCIAL SCIENCESBook chapter