Untapped Horizons: Educational Tourism in North-East India

Authors

Anasuya Adhikari; Dr. Birbal Saha; Ayan Ali Ahmed; Kanchan Choudhury; Sulakshana Khatoniyar; Arnab Chowdhury; Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Kumar Mete; Marla Dkhar; Meghali Paul; Salma Answary; Prasenjit Paul; Rini Mandal; Jayanta Mete; Ankita Gogoi; Piyali Singha Roy; Dr. Purna Chandra Haldar; Rimmi Datta; Sreelogna Dutta Banerjee; Arpita Chakraborty; Shanti Nath Sarkar; Sandeep Mondal; Arup Kumar Maity; Prof. Jayanta Mete; Ahmed Mortuza Hussain Tapadar

Keywords:

Untapped Horizons, Educational Tourism, North-East India, Higher Education, Women status, Diversity, Festival, Missing Tribe, Cultural Practices, Community, Livelihood, Generation, Tribe, Traditional Attires, Food Habits, Tea tribe, Educational Problems, Challenges, Barriers, Teacher Education, Ethnic Groups, Ahom Culture, Ornaments, Literacy Rate, Enrollment Ratio, Gender Parity

Synopsis

The North-East region of India remains a unique and often underexplored part of the country, known for its rich cultural diversity, stunning natural landscapes, and growing potential in the tourism sector. Among the many facets of this region, educational tourism presents a significant opportunity for social, economic, and cultural development. This book, "Untapped Horizons: Educational Tourism in North-East India," seeks to provide an in-depth analysis of the region’s potential for educational tourism by exploring its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT).

Educational tourism, a growing niche in the global tourism industry, offers travelers the chance to learn from the environment they visit, not only through structured academic programs but also by immersing themselves in the cultural, social, and historical context of the region. North-East India, with its diverse ecosystems, myriad ethnic groups, and strategic location, offers unparalleled opportunities for educational tourism, yet much of this potential remains untapped due to various challenges such as inadequate infrastructure and socio-political instability.

This book presents a detailed SWOT analysis of the region's educational tourism potential, emphasizing the need for collaboration between policymakers, educators, and tourism stakeholders to address existing challenges and leverage the unique opportunities of North-East India. By promoting educational tourism, the region can encourage sustainable economic development, preserve its cultural heritage, and offer a deeper understanding of its diverse communities to the rest of the world.
We hope this book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and professionals in both the education and tourism sectors, fostering further exploration and development of this promising field in North-East India.

Chapters

  • SWOT Analysis of Educational Tourism: A Reflection on North-East India
    Anasuya Adhikari, Dr. Birbal Saha
  • A Study on Women in Higher Education in Assam
    Ayan Ali Ahmed, Kanchan Choudhury
  • North East India: A Socio-Cultural Perspective
    Sulakshana Khatoniyar
  • Rural Cultural Practices in Assam: A Study
    Arnab Chowdhury, Prof. (Dr.) Jayanta Kumar Mete
  • Communities Culture, Festival and Livelihood in East Jaintia Hills
    Marla Dkhar
  • The BODOS and Their Culture
    Meghali Paul
  • Issues and Challenges of Tea Garden Labourers Related to Their Socio-Economic and Educational Problems
    Salma Answary
  • A Study on The Socio-Cultural Lifestyles of Bodo Tribes of Assam
    Ahmed Mortuza Hussain Tapadar
  • Cultural and Lingual Diversity of North East India
    Rini Mandal, Jayanta Mete
  • A Historical Overview of the Ahom Culture
    Ankita Gogoi
  • Tiwa Culture and Education
    Prasenjit Paul
  • A Study on the Educational Development of Tea-Tribe Women in Itakhola Area
    Piyali Singha Roy, Jayanta Mete
  • Challenges and Opportunities in Achieving Educational Equity in Northeast India
    Dr. Purna Chandra Haldar
  • Labour Rights and Economic Conditions of Tea Garden Workers in Assam
    Rimmi Datta, Jayanta Mete
  • Rich Tapestry of Tribal Culture in Assam: A Comprehensive Exploration of Diversity, Traditions, and Challenges
    Sreelogna Dutta Banerjee, Jayanta Mete
  • Challenges and Opportunities in Higher Education in Northeast India
    Arpita Chakraborty, Shanti Nath Sarkar, Jayanta Mete
  • Culinary Heritage and Food Practices in Assam: A Comprehensive Study
    Sandeep Mondal
  • Fishing Practices and Socio-Economic Impacts in Assam: A Comprehensive Study
    Arup Kumar Maity, Prof. Jayanta Mete

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Published

November 25, 2024

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ISBN-13 (15)

978-93-48091-45-1