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Socio-Economic Transformation of Tribals in Kalrayan Hills, Tamil Nadu
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Author : A. Jothi Murugan Year of Publication : 2026 ISBN : 9789393934505 Language : English Binding : Hardcover Pages : 336 Size : 26 cm Categories : 2026, Economics, New Books, Social Work, Tribes Price : 1600
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About the Book
This book “Socio-Economic Transformation of Tribals in Kalrayan Hills, Tamil Nadu” is a comprehensive study of tribal development, focusing on the Malayali tribes inhabiting the Kalrayan Hills region of Tamil Nadu. Organised into ten chapters, the book examines the historical, social, economic and demographic dimensions of tribal life in India and Tamil Nadu, with particular emphasis on policies and programmes such as the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP), Integrated Tribal Development Programme (ITDP) and Forest Rights Act (FRA) 2006. It discusses major developmental concerns including education, health, livelihood, housing and preservation of tribal culture, while also analysing constitutional safeguards and welfare approaches adopted before and after independence. Through official reports, field investigations and statistical analyses, the book evaluates the implementation and impact of tribal development programmes on the socio-economic conditions of the Malayali tribes in Salem and South Arcot regions. Combining policy assessment with empirical research, the study highlights the changing socio-economic realities of tribal communities and offers conclusions and suggestions for improving tribal welfare and sustainable development.
Contents : Introduction; Profile of Tribal Population in India; Tribal Development in India : An Assessment of Tribal Policies and Programmes; Socio-economic and Demographic Characteristics of Tribal Population and Allocation of Funds for Tribal Sub-Plan in Tamil Nadu; Profile of Malayali Tribe and Socio-economic Locale of Kalrayan Hills; Survey of Literature; Implementation of Integrated Tribal Development Programmes; Economic and Social Transformation of Malayali Tribes in Kalrayan Hills of Tamil Nadu; Socio-Economic Transformation of Malayali Tribal Households in Kalrayan Hills in 2025; From Retrogression to Progress and Transformation of Malayali Tribals in Kalrayan Hills.
About the Author
Prof. (Dr.) A. Jothi Murugan is a distinguished educationist, academic administrator, institution builder, and visionary educational leader whose contributions to higher education span more than five decades. Widely respected for his scholarship, dynamic leadership, and excellent commitment to educational advancement, he has played a pivotal role in shaping higher education policy, governance and institutional development in Tamil Nadu and beyond.
Born in Attur, Salem District, Tamil Nadu, Dr. Jothi Murugan was profoundly influenced by his parents’ commitment to education, public service, and social responsibility. These enduring virtues became the foundation of his lifelong pursuit of academic excellence, human development, and Nation-building through education.
He earned his Doctorate in Economics from the University of Madras, Chennai, in 1990. During an illustrious academic career, he served for more than twenty-eight years as a faculty member in the Department of Economics at the prestigious Presidency College, Chennai. Renowned for his excellence in teaching, research and academic mentorship, he has guided numerous M.Phil. and Ph.D. scholars and has contributed significantly to the advancement of economic education and research.
Dr. Jothi Murugan has held several eminent academic and administrative positions, demonstrating exceptional leadership in higher education governance. Earlier, he had served as Principal of Government Colleges and as Regional Joint Director of Collegiate Education, contributing substantially to educational planning, policy implementation, and institutional strengthening, in the academic scenario of Tamil Nadu.
He has also served on numerous prestigious academic, and policy-making committees of the Government which includes the State High-Level Committee for Monitoring and Implementation of School Education Programmes of Government of Tamil Nadu. His contributions further extend to chairing the Governing Councils of Presidency College, Chennai, and Government Arts College, Nandanam, besides serving on various university statutory bodies like Academic Councils, Boards of Studies, and Advisory Committees. He has served with distinction as the Chairman of the Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB), Tamil Nadu, and as an Expert for the Group-I Examinations of the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC).
Due to his remarkable performance in various positions, he was chosen to serve as the Vice-Chancellor of Thiruvalluvar University, Tamil Nadu. He made an indelible imprint by spearheading initiatives aimed at enhancing academic quality, research productivity, institutional accreditation, and stakeholder engagement. Prof. A. Jothi Murugan was conferred the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS), Bhubaneswar in appreciation of his exemplary service and lifelong dedication to advancing education.
Currently, Dr. A. Jothi Murugan serves as the Pro-Chancellor of Vels University, Chennai, where he continues to provide strategic leadership for academic innovation, institutional growth, research excellence, and global engagement. As a teacher, researcher, economist, administrator and futuristic educational leader, he remains committed to fostering transformative learning environments that prepare future generations for the challenges and opportunities of an evolving world.
As an accomplished economist of national repute, he had the rare distinction of serving as the President of the 108th Annual Conference of the Indian Economic Association, one of India’s premier professional bodies in economics. His scholarly engagements have taken him across the globe, with participation in international conferences, academic collaborations, educational missions, and research exchanges in various countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, Oman, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Italy and the United Arab Emirates. These global experiences have enriched his perspectives on higher education, economic development, and global academic practices.
Through his exemplary career marked by scholarship, integrity, leadership, and public service, Dr. Jothi Murugan has made enduring contributions to higher education and academic governance. His achievements continue to inspire students, educators, researchers, academic leaders, and policymakers, reflecting a lifelong dedication to the advancement of knowledge and the transformative power of education.
In short, he is a role model for all academicians who strive to make a significant difference in all spheres of higher education.