The book analyses key climate vulnerabilities affecting rural communities, including extreme weather events, environmental degradation, institutional constraints, and socio-economic inequalities. It highlights climate-smart agriculture, ecosystem-based approaches, renewable energy solutions, indigenous knowledge systems, and inclusive governance as critical pillars of resilience. Drawing on regional experiences and policy perspectives, the volume presents practical pathways for strengthening rural systems and advancing sustainable development.
This publication is an essential reference for policymakers, development professionals, researchers, and academic institutions engaged in climate adaptation and rural transformation.
Shreekanth Attaluri: SAARC Agriculture Centre, Dhaka, Bangladesh
P. Chandra Shekara: Director General, CIRDAP, Bangladesh
Chapter 01. Introduction
Chapter 02. Challenges to Climae Resilent Rural Development
Chapter 03. Key Approaches for Climate-Resilient Rural Development
Chapter 04. The Role of Stakeholders
Chapter 05. Case Studies and Sucess Stories in CMCs
Chapter 06. The Way Forward
Chapter 07. Conclusion
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