Agricultural Research, Research Ethics and Rural Development Programmes
Theory Course - PGS 505
Course Code: PGS 505 | Credits: 1(1+0) | Institution: PAU, Ludhiana
Course Objective: Enlighten students about the organization and functioning of agricultural research systems (national and international), research ethics, and rural development programmes and policies of the Government.
ЁЯУЦ About This Course
This 1-credit theory course integrates three critical dimensions of agricultural development:
Three Main Sections
Section I: Agricultural Research Systems (Topics 1-4)
- History of agriculture and global research architecture
- NARS, CGIAR, and international research partnerships
- Capacity building and scientific mobility programs
Section II: Research Ethics (Topics 5-7)
- Research integrity, honesty, and scientific conduct
- Laboratory safety and animal welfare standards
- Computer ethics and ethical dilemmas in research
Section III: Rural Development (Topics 8-12)
- Concepts, policies, and strategies for rural transformation
- Major programmes: CDP, IADP, IRDP
- Panchayati Raj institutions and implementation challenges
Why This Matters: Agricultural development requires professionals who understand not just crop science but also the institutional architecture of research, ethical dimensions of scientific work, and policy frameworks for rural transformation. This course bridges laboratory science and field-level impact.
ЁЯТ╝ Career Applications
Research & Academic Careers
- Agricultural Researcher (ICAR institutes, SAUs)
- Rural Development Researcher
- Research Ethics Specialist
- Academic Faculty
Development & Implementation
- Rural Development Officer
- Programme Manager (NGOs)
- Panchayati Raj Facilitator
- Project Coordinator
Policy & Administration
- Policy Analyst
- Agricultural Administrator (IAS, State Services)
- Programme Evaluator
- Development Consultant
Salary Range: ₹3-5 lakhs (Govt) | ₹4-6 lakhs (Research) | ₹3.5-5 lakhs (NGO) | ₹5-8 lakhs (Consultant)
ЁЯУЪ Complete Theory Syllabus (12 Topics)
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| No. | Topic | Access |
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| 1 | History of Agriculture, Global Agricultural Research System Role in food security, poverty reduction, environmental protection |
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| 2 | National Agricultural Research Systems (NARS) and Regional Institutions NARS structure, functions, and regional research institutions |
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| 3 | Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) IARC and partnerships with NARS |
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| 4 | IARC Strengthening Capacities at National and Regional Levels International fellowships for scientific mobility |
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| 5 | Research Ethics: Research Integrity Principles of research integrity and scientific conduct |
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| 6 | Research Safety in Laboratories, Welfare of Animals Laboratory safety protocols and ethical treatment of research animals |
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| 7 | Computer Ethics, Standards, and Problems in Research Ethics Ethical use of digital resources and addressing ethical dilemmas |
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| 8 | Rural Development - Concept, Connotations, Policies, and Strategies Fundamental concepts and interpretations of rural development |
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| 9 | Community Development Programme and Special Group Programs CDP philosophy and area-specific interventions |
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| 10 | Intensive Agricultural District Programme (IADP) and IRDP IADP and Integrated Rural Development Programme details |
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| 11 | Panchayati Raj Institutions Structure, functions, and role in grassroots governance |
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| 12 | Constraints in Implementation of Rural Policies and Programmes Challenges, bottlenecks, and barriers in policy implementation |
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ЁЯУЦ Suggested Readings
- Bhalla GS & Singh G. 2001. Indian Agriculture – Four Decades of Development. Sage Publ.
- Punia MS. Manual on International Research and Research Ethics. CCS, HAU, Hisar.
- Rao BSV. 2007. Rural Development Strategies and Role of Institutions. Mittal Publ.
- Singh K., 1998. Rural Development – Principles, Policies and Management. Sage Publ.
- Gupta KR (2010) Rural Development in India. Atlantic Publishers.
- Singh K and Shishodia A (2016) Rural Development- Principles, Policies and Management. Sage Publications.
- Sreedhar G and Rajasekhar D (2014) Rural Development in India (Strategies and Processes) Concept Publishing.
- Gaur KD (1992) Dynamics of Rural Development in India. Mittal Publications.