Development and Utilisation of Human Resources of Rural Communities for Economic Growth

Abstract

Over the years, philosophers, economists, and political leaders have all recognized the well-being of the people as the main purpose of development. No country has achieved sustained economic
development without substantial investment in human capital. Human capital development is a people-centered strategy of development. Several studies have evolved to analyze the channels through which human capital can affect growth. Using the endogenous growth models, which see human resources as a key factor in rural development, this paper identified some constraints to development of human resources and also suggested some strategies for effective human resource development and utilization in rural communities.