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The Role of RUDSET Organization in Rural Development with Special Reference to Rural Karnataka A Sociological Study

Author(s) Mr. Chandrashekara C
Country India
Abstract Title: The Role of RUDSET Organization in Rural Development : with Special Reference to Rural Karnataka: A Sociological Study
Abstract :
Rural development in India has long been recognized as a key component of national progress, particularly because a large proportion of the population continues to reside in rural areas and depends on agriculture and allied activities for livelihood. Karnataka, like many other Indian states, faces challenges such as unemployment, underemployment, poverty, migration to urban areas, and lack of diversified income opportunities. In response to these challenges, innovative institutional interventions have emerged to promote sustainable rural livelihoods, among which the Rural Development and Self Employment Training Institute (RUDSETI) model has gained notable significance.
Rural Development and Self Employment Training Institute (RUDSET) have emerged as significant catalysts for rural transformation in Karnataka. RUDSET is promoting self-employment, enhancing livelihood opportunities, and enabling social mobility among rural youth. The RUDSET has successfully created sustainable income-generating activities, reduced migration pressures, improved social capital, and strengthened community participation. RUDSET has played a crucial role in enhancing skill acquisition, reducing rural unemployment, encouraging first-generation entrepreneurs, and empowering marginalized sections such as women, SC/ST communities, and youth. The institute’s continuous support system, including credit linkage and mentoring, has strengthened entrepreneurial success rates and reduced migration to urban areas. Its training programs-ranging from agriculture-based vocations to service, manufacturing, and small business skills-are designed to be practical, demand-driven, and accessible to marginalized groups. RUDSET’s unique model- comprising need-based skill training, motivation building, and post-training follow-up-contributes to sustainable self-employment. The study concludes that RUDSET has emerged as a significant institutional mechanism for rural development in Rural Karnataka by fostering self-reliance, socio-economic mobility, and community-based development. Further strengthening of outreach, digital literacy initiatives, and policy support can enhance its long-term impact. Using a sociological lens, the study analyses training programmes, entrepreneurship development, women’s empowerment, and the impact on local economies. In Karnataka has undergone significant transformation with the establishment of RUDSETIs. The study concludes that RUDSET serves as an effective model of inclusive rural development in Karnataka. From a sociological perspective, RUDSET plays a transformative role in shaping identities, aspirations, and socio-economic mobility among rural individuals. The institute not only imparts technical skills but also focuses on motivation building, personality development, and confidence enhancement, leading to a holistic empowerment process. The social implications of this intervention include enhanced community participation, reduced dependency on agriculture, strengthened social capital, and improved economic resilience. This study aims to analyze the role of RUDSET in rural development in Karnataka by examining its contribution to skill enhancement, employment generation, and social change. Through sociological analysis, the research explores how RUDSET’s institutional framework, training methodology, and post-training support mechanisms contribute to improving the quality of life in rural communities. It also highlights the challenges, opportunities, and future potential of the RUDSET model in the broader context of rural development in India. Karnataka has been a pioneering state in rural development and entrepreneurship promotion.
Keywords Keywords: RUDSET, Rural Development, Karnataka, Self-Employment, Entrepreneurship, Skill Training, Social Mobility, Women Empowerment.
Field Sociology
Published In Volume 16, Issue 4, October-December 2025
Published On 2025-12-10
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