SOCIO ECONOMIC VALUES, THREATS AND LEGAL PROTECTION ASPECTS OF THE WETLAND ECOSYSTEM: A CASE STUDY OF JHAGRA BEEL, DHUBRI, ASSAM
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Jhagra Beel, Wetland, Livelihood, Dhubri, socio-economyAbstract
The present study is related to the wetland conservation in context of the Jhagra Beel, Dhubri, Assam, India. It is a survey based study where qualitative and quantitative data were collected and analysed. The local community is found to frequently engage in wetland activities but lacks the awareness about the negative impacts of their actions. Despite evidence of wetland shrinkage due to factors like reduced vegetation, urban expansion, and increased water usage, many households perceive no changes. This highlights the necessity for government and non-governmental organizations to launch awareness initiatives. The study also identifies key factors of wetland degradation like over-exploitation, insufficient awareness and ineffective policy implementation. It is urgent to halt the urban expansion into wetland areas. The study also finds the socio-economic importance of wetland resources and the imminent threats it is facing. The significance of community engagement, awareness programs, and sustainable management strategies emerges as crucial to protect the wetland ecosystems and local livelihoods
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