A Socio – Economic Study of the Slum Dwellers of Assam

Abstract

This study is an attempt to analyse the worse socio – economic conditions of the slum dwellers of Assam. The slum dwellers of Assam are deprived from the basic amenities of life. Majority of the slum dwellers are living in below poverty line. Though the slum dwellers make a substantial contribution to the economy of urban place and also their services are very essential for the rich people but on the other hand they are themselves living in darkness and dirt. Due to lack of education and regular source of income the slum dwellers are unable to improve their socio – economic conditions. It can be concluded from the study that the slum dwellers are a part of urban life and if we want sustainable development and inclusive growth then the socio – economic conditions of the slum dwellers must be improved.