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The book is about the Rural Development through self help basis. Philosophy is the development without dependence. New model which is based on integrated development is introduced in this book. The book is based on the review of work of three NGOs two national and one international working in Pakistan for development of rural communities. Qualitative and Quantitative research methodologies are used. Conclusion is this development can not be possible without participation of local communities in the overall process. The book is for the development workers.

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Saira Akhtar, Ph.D: Rural Sociology from University of Agriculture Faisalabad. Assistant Professor in Rural Sociology Department, Univ. of Agriculture, Faisalabad. Pakistan. Working for rural development, poverty reduction since 1994. Worked with different National and International organizations for rural poor communities.

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