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@article{173019,
        author = {Jyotirmoy Sen and Pritilata Halder},
        title = {Cultivating Resilience: Women Shaping Agriculture in Sundarbans},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {9},
        pages = {1677-1681},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=173019},
        abstract = {Women play a pivotal role in shaping the socio-economic and ecological resilience of the Sundarbans, a region characterized by its fragile environment and climate vulnerabilities. This study investigates the diverse and dynamic contributions of women in agriculture, livelihood diversification, natural resource management, and climate change adaptation across four blocks of the Sundarbans: Gosaba, Mathurapur, Kultai, and Patharpratima. Through a primary survey of 300 households using random sampling, the study captures women’s active participation in agriculture, including crop cultivation, home gardens, and the adoption of innovative practices such as saline-resistant crops and floating farms. The findings reveal that 80% of women are actively engaged in agricultural activities, highlighting their critical role in ensuring household food security and experimenting with sustainable farming practices. Furthermore, the study underscores women’s proactive role in adapting to climate change, from embracing climate-resilient farming techniques to leading disaster preparedness and management initiatives.},
        keywords = {Sundarbans, Livelihood Diversification, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Farming Practices, Mangrove Conservation, Resilience},
        month = {February},
        }