INDIAN HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Community development in India was initiated by Government of India through Community Development Programme (CDP) in 1952. The focus of CDP was on rural communities. But, professionally trained social workers concentrated their practice in urban areas.

Detailed explanation-2: -The National Extension Service program was formulated in April 1953 and it was inaugurated on October 2, 1953. It was formed after the Indian government realized that the Community Development Programme, which was formed in 1952, cannot be implemented all over India due to a shortage of funds.

Detailed explanation-3: -CDP intended to promote rural welfare through the improvement of education, public health and sanitation, medical facilities, housing, drinking water, hospitals, community centres and sports and cultural activities. ADVERTISEMENTS: 2. To secure total development of the material and human resources in rural areas.

Detailed explanation-4: -The National Extension Service was formed so that development work could proceed on the basis of self-help efforts. It was ab initio launched for an amount of 3 years, with the availability of Rs. 4.5 lakhs per block with stress on agriculture, agriculture, rural communication, and social education.