Impact of Green Army Labour Bank on Standard of Living of Farm Labourers

摘要

The present study was conducted in Waddakanchery Block of Thrissur District in Kerala state during 2016-2017 to analyze the impact of green army labour bank on standard of living of its members and non members. A sample of 40 green army members and 40non-members were selected for the study to know the standard of living of its members in comparison with the non- members. Significant differences is observed between the green army members and non- members with respect to annual income, social status,value addition in education and investment on assets, savings and functions at one per cent probability. The chi-square analysis reveals that there is highly significant difference between non- members and members of green army in respect of standard ofliving. The important reasons for the success of green army as perceived by the members were mode of payment (salary), followed by training received on improved cultivation practices and operation of farm machinery and equipment. The important suggestions for effective functioning of green army as perceived by its members are providing regular job opportunities during off season and extending the green army activities to various crops etc.