Imagine that you are the village head. In that capacity suggest some activities that you think should be taken up under this Act (MGNREGA) that would also increase the income of people? Discuss.

As the village head, I suggest these MGNREGA activities to boost income:

  1. Better Farming → Build ponds, wells, and canals for better crops.
  2. Improve Roads → Connect villages to markets for easier trade.
  3. Water Conservation → Plant trees, build small dams, and protect soil.
  4. Small Businesses → Support dairy, poultry, fishery, and beekeeping.
  5. Skill Training → Teach tailoring, carpentry, and digital skills.
  6. Fruit & Herb Farming → Grow mangoes, guavas, and medicinal plants.
  7. Village Tourism → Attract visitors to cultural and eco-sites.
MGNREGA activities benefits

These steps will create jobs and increase earnings.

1. How can MGNREGA help increase farmers’ income?

→ By building ponds, canals, and wells, farmers get better irrigation, leading to higher crop yields and profits.

2. What infrastructure projects can create jobs in villages?

→ Road construction, bridges, and water conservation projects provide employment and improve trade opportunities.

3. How can villagers earn beyond farming?

→ They can start poultry, dairy, fishery, or beekeeping businesses with MGNREGA support.

4. What skills can help villagers get better jobs?

→ Training in carpentry, tailoring, handicrafts, and digital work can open new job opportunities.

How can tourism help rural employment?

→ Developing cultural and eco-tourism sites can create jobs in food, transport, and handicrafts.