Dr. Jayasheela
Professor & Chairman
Department of Economics
Ph: 9449819282
Email: jayasheela_mu@yahoo.com

 

Academic Qualification:

Degree University Year of Passing Specialization
MA Bangalore University 1988 Economics
Ph.D Bangalore University 1998 Economics

 

Teaching & Research Experience:

Summary of PhD Research:

Topic of Thesis: The Role of Sericulture in Development: A Study in Two Districts of Karnataka

Professional Work Experience

  • Since 08 August 2011: Professor, Dept. of PG Studies in Economics, Tumkur University, Tumkur, Karnataka
  • 20 February 2003 to 06 August 2011: Associate Professor, Dept. of Economics, Mangalore University, Mangalore, Karnataka
  • 27 September 1991 to 19 February 2003: Research Analyst (ARDT Unit), Institute for Social and Economic Change, Bangalore
  • November 1990 to September 1991: Research Assistant (Beneficiary Assessment of National Sericulture Project), Institute for Social and Economic Change, Nagarbhavi P.O. Bangalore
  • March 1990 to September 1990: Technical Assistant, Ford Foundation Project, Institute for Social and Economic Change, Bangalore
  • June 1987 to August 1989: Field Investigator, in a Voluntary Organization, Karnataka Kolageri Nivasigala Samyukta  Sanghatane (KKNSS ) Bangalore

Projects/Research Reports Completed:

  1. Bivoltine Cocoon Production for Raw silk in Karnataka 1990-91 (Co-author) prepared for the Beneficiary Assessment National Sericultural Project (BA of NSP), Institute for Social and Economic Change (ISEC) Sponsored by World Bank. (Co-author).
  2. Sericulture in New Areas of Karnataka: A Study of two Clusters in two Districts 1991. (Co-author) prepared for the Beneficiary Assessment National Sericultural Project (BA of NSP), Institute for Social and Economic Change (ISEC) Sponsored by World Bank (Co-author).
  3. Planning for Full Employment: Strategies for the small farmers Agri-business Consortium for Dharwad District, Sponsored by M.S.Swaminathan Research Foundation, Centre for Research on Sustainable Agricultural and Rural Development, Chennai, November, 1994. (UNDP Project IND/91/096) (Co-author).
  4. Evaluation of Bhaghya Jyothi/Kutira Jyothi Schemes in Karnataka Sponsored by Karnataka  Power Transmission Corporation Limited(KPTCL) Bangalore.(2001) (Co-author).
  5. Evaluation study on capacity building of Sericulturists for enhanced productivity and sustainability – Guaribidanur, Kolar Districts, Karnataka (2001) (Sponsored by OUTREACH an NGO, Bangalore) (Co-author).
  6. Assessing of the Existing Training and Testing Facilities for Farm Machinery in Karnataka Sponsored by Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India, New Delhi. (Co-author).
  7. Evaluation study on capacity building of Sericulturists for enhanced productivity and sustainability – Hosur, Dharmapuri Districts, Karnataka (Sponsored by OUTREACH, Bangalore, 2002) .
  8. Performance of Pre-metric Hostel Students in SSLC Examination in Karnataka: An Evaluation (Sponsored by DR.B.R.Ambedkar Research Institute, Government of Karnataka, Bangalore, 2004) Report submitted through Centre for Social Development, Nagarbhavi, Bangalore-560072.
  9. Impact of Kisan Credit Cards on the Farming Community: A Study in Dakshina Kannada(Sponsored by Chair in Rural Banking and Management {jointly sponsored by Syndicate Bank and Canara Bank} for the year 2006).
  10. Impact of Micro-finance on poverty alleviation and women empowerment: A study in Dakshina Kannada (Sponsored by Chair in Rural Banking and Management {jointly sponsored by Syndicate Bank and Canara Bank} for the year 2007).
  11. Rural Non-farm Employment in Karnataka: A study in Dakishna Kannada (Sponsored by UGC, New Delhi, (January 2005 to December 2007).
  12. Agricultural Debt Waive and Debt Relief Scheme 2008: A Micro Level Study in Dakshina Kannada District” (Sponsored by Chair in Rural Banking and Management {jointly sponsored by Syndicate Bank and Canara Bank} for the year 2008-09).

Ph.D Supervision:

  1. Shri Shoukat Ali M Magalamni is working on “The role of Kisan Credit Cards in the Agricultural Credit Delivery System in Karnataka”, ( AWARDED, 2008)
  2. Shri Shriprasad H is working on “Economic Empowerment of Rural Women Through Self Help Groups (SHGs): A case Study of Dakishna Kannada District” (AWARDED, 2008)
  3. Shri M.Manjunath Shettigar is working on “Efficacy of Skill Development Training in Entrepreneurship Development – A case Study of Rural Development and Self- employment Training Institute (RUDESTI) ( working since December 2005)
  4. Shri Harisha N is working on “Managing Environmental Tourism and Economic Development : A study of Selected Destinations of Coastal Karnataka”, (working since December, 2005)
  5. Shri Dinesh P T is working on “Empowerment of Women Through Micro Finance: A Comparative Study of Dakshina Kannada and Udupi Districts”, (working since December, 2005)
  6. Shri Kiran Kumar P is working on “Economics pf Floriculture with special reference to Jasmine Crop: A Case Study of Udupi District in Karnataka”,( working Since December, 2005)

 

Publications:

Journals with index numbers:

  1. “Sericulture: Scope for employment generation”, Published in SEDME, Vol.40, No.3, Oct– Dec.1999 (ISSN-0970-8464)
  2. Agriculture and Rural Development”, Published in Kurukshetra Vol. XLIII, No.4, and January, 1995.(ISSN-0021-5660)
  3. “Employment through Sericulture in Karnataka: Some Empirical Evidences”, Published in Southern Economist, Vol.38 (17), p.19-21, January 2000. (ISSN-0038-4046)
  4. “Rural Finance: A village study”, Published in Kurukshetra Vol. 48, No.6, March, 2000. .(ISSN-0021-5660)
  5. “Badathana Nivaraneyalli Krushiyethara Chativatike”. Published in Yojana (Kannada) Vol.15 No.13, June, 2000. (ISSN-0971-8737)
  6. “Non-farm production for reduction of Rural Poverty”, Published in Social Welfare Journal, Vol.49 (10), January, 2003 (ISSN-0037-8038)
  7. .
  8. “Small Scale Industries in India: Are They Contributing Enough ?”, Published in SEDME, Vol.No.31 (4) pp:73-80,  December, 2004.(ISSN-0970-8464)
  9. “Railve Bajet-2005-06: Ondu Vishleshane”, Published in Yojana (Kannada), Vol.No. 20 (8), March 2005. . (ISSN-0971-8737)
  10. “Kendra Mungada Pathra :Ondu Aavalokana”, Published in Yojana (Kannada), Vol.No. 20 (8), March 2005. . (ISSN-0971-8737)
  11. ”Role of Self Help Groups in Enhancing Sericultural Productivity: A Case Study in Karnataka”, Published in SEDME, Vol.No.32 (1)   March, 2005. .(ISSN-0970-8464)
  12. Health Insurance in India: Issues and Challenges, Published in The Journal of World Intellectual Property Rights, Vol.1, No.1-2, June-December, 2005.(ISSN-0973-3132)
  13. Grameenabhivrudhiyelli Swasaya Sanghagala Mahatva”, Published in Yojana (kannada) November, 2005. (ISSN-0971-8737).
  14. Rajya Aayavyaya Patra- 2006-07: Ondu Vishleshane”, Published in Yojana (Kannada), Vol.No.21 (9), April, 2006. . (ISSN-0971-8737)
  15. Small Scale Industries in India: Present Position and New Initiatives”, (with V.B.Hans), Published in SEDME, Vol.No. 33(4), December, 2006. pp.11.20. .(ISSN-0970-8464)
  16. 2007-08 neya Salina Rajya Ayaveya Ppathra : Ondu Avalokana”, Published in  Yojana (Kannada version), Volume No.22 (9) April 2007. . (ISSN-0971-8737)
  17. Urban Solid Waste Management in Karnataka: A Case Study of A City Corporation,  (with Arabi U and M. Shoukat Ali) Published in Nagarlok, Vol.No.XXXIX (1), January-March, 2007.pp.50-55.(ISSN-0027-7584)
  18. Commercial Floriculture in India: Opportunities for Cut Flower Development, Published in Southern Economist, Vol.No.46 (11), October, 2007, pp.18-22. .(ISSN-0038-4046)
  19. Effects of Educational Inequality among Social Groups in Rural India (with Dr.R.R.Biradar), Journal of Rural Development, Vol.26(3),pp.379-401. July-September, 2007. (ISSN-0970-3357)
  20. Floriculture for Value Addition (with Kiran Kumar P and V.B.Hans), Kisan World, Vol. 34 (12), pp.22-23, December, 2007.(ISSN-0971-9229)
  21. India’s Power Sector- Potential, Performance and Prospects (with Kiran Kumar P and V.B.Hans), Published in the Journal of World Intellectual Property Rights, Vol.No.3 (1-2), Jan-Dec, 2007, pp.79-95. .(ISSN-0973-3132)
  22. Primary Education and Infrastructure in India: Progress and Problems (With Harish N and V.B.Hans), Published in the Journal of World Intellectual Property Rights, Vol.No.3 (1-2), Jan-Dec, 2007, pp.191-204. .(ISSN-0973-3132)
  23. GATs and India’s Education Sector-Issues and Options (with Shoukat Ali M and V.B.Hans), Published in the Journal of World Intellectual Property Rights, Vol.No.3 (1-2), Jan-Dec, 2007, pp.259-277.(ISSN-0973-3132)
  24. India’s Tourism Industry-Is A Take –off Round the Corner?, Published in The Asian  Economic Review, Vol.No.49 (3), December, 2007. Pp.459-474 (ISSN 00044555)
  25. Tourism Industry in Karnataka: An Overview (with Harish N and Basil Hans), Published in Southern Economist, Vol.No.46 (20), February, 2008. Pp.33 to 36. .(ISSN-0038-4046)
  26. India to Focus on Hi-tech Floriculture (with Kiran Kumar P and V.B.Hans), Published in Kisan World, Vol.35 (4), April, 2008. Pp.29-30. .(ISSN-0971-9229)
  27. Indian Horticulture: Focus on Golden Revolution (with Kiran Kumar P), Published in Kisan World, Vol.No.35 (8),  August, 2008, pp.21.23 .(ISSN-0971-9229)
  28. Export of Floricultural Products: Opportunities and Strategies (with Kiran Kumar P), Published in Southern Economist, Vol.No.47 (8), August 15, 2008, pp.19-22. .(ISSN-0038-4046)
  29. Agriculture Credit in the Post WTO Period (with Vishwantaha), Published in Agricultural Situation in India, Vol.No.LXIV (10), January, 2008. Pp.485-489.(ISSN-0002-167)
  30. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in India: Trends and Challenges (With Dinesh P T and V B Hans), Published in SEDME, Vol.No.35 (2), June, 2008. Pp.35-48. .(ISSN-0970-8464)
  31. Medical Tourism in Karnataka: Opportunities Galore (with Harish N), Published in Kisan World, Vol.No.35 (10), October, 2008, Pp.55.57. .(ISSN-0971-9229)
  32. E-Waste Management in India: Problems and Solutions (with V.B.Hans), Published in Nagarlok, Vol.No.XL (3), July-September, 2008, pp.9-23. (ISSN-0027-7584)
  33. Rural Housing in India: Problems and Prospects, (with Dinesh P T ), Published in Southern Economist,  Vol.No.47(12), October, 2008, Pp.15-17.(ISSN-0038-4046)
  34. Health Infrastructure in India: Present Challenges and Future Prospects, (with Dinesh P.T and V.B.Hans), Published in the Journal of World Intellectual Property Rights, Vol.No. (1-2), Jan-Dec, 2008, pp.191-200..(ISSN-0973-3132)
  35. Microfinance: An Effective Tool for Financial Inclusion, (with Dinesh P.T), Published in the Journal of World Intellectual Property Rights, Vol.No. (1-2), Jan-Dec, 2008, pp.289-296.(ISSN-0973-3132
  36. Indian Agriculture: Crises and Challenges under Globalization (with Kiran Kumar P, V.Basil Hans), Published in Social Action, Vol.No.59 (1), January-March,2009, PP.106-115.(ISSN-0037-7627).
  37. Tourism Development in India-Challenges in the New Millennium”, Published in Journal of Global Economy, Vol.No.2 (1), January-March, 2006.(ISSN-0975-3931)
  38. Horticulture Development Scenario in Karnataka (With V.B Hans and Kiran Kumar P), Published in Journal of Global Economy, Vol.No.3 (3), June 2007. pp.195-209.( ISSN 0975-3931)
  39. Jayasheela (with Kiran Kumar P.), (2009), ‘Floriculture Opportunities for India’ Yojana, Vol. 53, No. 8, August, p.p. 62-64, (ISSN 0971-8400).
  40. Jayasheela (with Dinesha P.T.), (2009), ‘Non Governmental Organizations as a Catalyst of Microfinance’, Published in SEDME, Special Issue on Microfinance Vol. 36(4), December, p.p. 63-70 (ISSN 0970-8464).
  41. Environmental Management and Sustainable Development in India: Issues and Challenges (with V.B.Hans), Published in Journal of Global Economy, Vol.No.6(2), March-April 2010, P.p 3-14.
  42. Enviornmental Problems anss Sustainable Development: With Special Reference to India (with Ramakrishna B M) Published in Journal of Global Economy , Vol.No.6(2), March-April 2010, P.p 15-24.

Journals without index numbers:

  1. “Towards  Commercilalization of Agriculture in Tumkur District”, Published in Indian Journal of Applied Economics Vol.1, Nos. 3 & 4, April 1992 to September, 1992
  2. “Towards Commercilalization of Agriculture in Tumkur District”, Published in Productivity Vol.34, No.3 Oct – Dec 1993 (Reprint)
  3. “Diversification of Agriculture and Food Security” , Published in Productivity, Vol.40, No.3, Oct – dec.1999.
  4. “Badathana Nivaraneyalli Krushiyethara Chativatike”. Published in Karnataka Vikas  (Reprint) Vol.41 No.1 December, 2000
  5. Prospects of Horticultural Development in Karnataka”, Published in Land Bank Journal, Vol.XXXX (1), June, 2001
  6. “Labour Absorption in Sericulture: A study in Karnataka”, Published in Land Bank Journal, Vol.XXXX (IV), March, 2002.
  7. “The Problems and Prospects of Cocoon markets in Karnataka’, Published in Land Bank Journal, Vol.XXXXI    (III) December, 2002.
  8. Rajyada Mugnda Pathra 2005-2006 Ondu Pakshi Nota, Published in  Karnataka Vikas, April 2005.
  9. Grameenabhivrudhiyelli Swasaya Sanghagala Mahatva”, Published in Karnataka Vikasa, November, 2005.
  10. Swasaya Gumpugalu: Ondu Nota, Published in Athmashakti (Kannada), Vol.No.2 (2), January-March, 2006. Pp.20-23.
  11. Abhivrudhdhipara Rajya Mungada  Patra – 2006-07”, Published in Karnataka Vikas, Vol.No. 47 (7), June, 2006.
  12. Environmental Management and Sustainable Development: Implications for Indian Agriculture, (with V.B.Hans), Published Financing Agriculture (A National Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development), Vol.No.39 (4), July –August 2007. P.P20-25.
  13. Problems and Prospects of Local Governance (with C.M.Rajpraveen), Published in Local Government Quarterly, April-June, 2008, pp.30-33.
  14. Tourism Industry in India: An Impact Study (with Harish .N), Published in the Journal of Development and Social Change, Vol.5 (1&2), January – March, 2008, pp.87-101.
  15. Indian Floriculture Industry-Present Status and Future Scope (With Kiran Kumar P), Published in Financing Agriculture, Vol.40 (4), July-August, 2008. Pp.15-17.
  16. Micro Insurance: A Catalyst of Financial Inclusion, (with Dinesh P T), Published in Journal of Development Research, Vol.No.1(1), July-September,2008, Pp.25-28.
  17. Indian Agriculture in the Post-Economic Reform Period, (with Kiran Kumar P and V.B.Hans), Published in Journal of Development Research, Vol.No.1(1), July-September,2008, Pp.29-42.

Articles in the Edited Book with index numbers:

  1. “Sericultue in New Areas of Karnataka: A Study of two Clusters in two Districts”, (Published in an edited book on  “Sericulture and Development: Development Sociology Series I, edited by J.Acharya (Ed.Advisor M.N.Srinivas), Indian Publishers Distributors, New Delhi, 1993. (ISBN:81-7341-008-9).
  2. “Bivoltine Cocoon Production for Raw – silk in Karnataka.”,(Published in an edited book on  “Sericulture and Development: Development Sociology Series I, edited by J.Acharya (Ed.Advisor M.N.Srinivas), Indian Publishers Distributors, New Delhi, 1993. . (ISBN:81-7341-008-9).
  3. Are regional rural banks free from overdue? Some experiences from Karnataka,(with Dr.S.Erappa), (Published in an edited book on “Rural Banking and Overdues Management”, edited by  Dr. A.Ranga Reddy, Professor of Economics, Department of Economics, Sri Venkateshwar University, Tirupati, Andhara Pradesh.  Published by Mittal Publications, New Delhi ,2004. (ISBN:81-7099-940-5).
  4. Co-operative Credit for Sustainable Agricultural Development in the Post WTO period.Published in an edited book on “Agriculture And The WTO”, Edited by  Dr.Talwar Sabanna, Department of Economics, Karnataka University P G Centre, Belgaum, Published by Serials Publications, New Delhi, 2005. (ISBN:81-86771-74-3).
  5. Self-help Groups: A Saga of Success in Dakshina Kannada District of Karnataka, Published in an edited book on Globalisation and WTO (volume-2), Edited by Talwar Sabanna, Published by Serials Publications, New Delhi, May, 2006.(ISBN:81-8387-036-8).
  6. Food Security in India: Issues and Challenges, Published in an edited book on India’s Economic Development, Edited by Falendra K Sudan, Published by Serials Publication, New Delhi, June, 2006.(ISBN:81-8387-043-0).
  7. Marine Fisheries in Karnataka – Potential for Sustainable Development, Published in an edited book on Rural Karnataka, Edited by Jayasheela and V.B.Hans, Published by Serials Publications, New Delhi, 2007.(ISBN:81-8387-077-5).
  8. Indian Power  Sector- An Overview (With Kiran Kumar P), Published in edited book on “Economics of Infrastructure-Growth and Development, Edited by L.N. Dash, Regal Publications, New Delhi, pp.56-74 (2007).(ISBN:81-89915-71-1).
  9. Environmental Management and Sustainable Development in India: Issues and Challenges (With V.B.Hans), in an edited book on “Environmental and Sustainable Development”, edited by K.A.Rasure, Published by Serials Publications, New Delhi, (2007), pp. 263-274. (ISBN:81-8387-083-X).
  10. Sustainable Livelihood of Women: A case Study of Mangalore City in Karnataka (with Dr.D.P.Angadi), Published in an edited book on” Empowerment of Women Through Entrepreneurship” edited by L Rathakrishnan, Gyan Publishing House, New Delhi, 2008,pp.174-184. (ISBN:81-212-0965-X)
  11. India’s Power Sector- Potential, Performance and Prospects (with Kiran Kumar P and V.B.Hans), Published in the edited book on “Service Sector and Globalisation”, (edited by Talwar Sabanna), Published by Serials Publication, New Delhi, 2008, pp.79-95. .(ISBN:978-81-8387-140-2).
  12. Primary Education and Infrastructure in India: Progress and Problems (With Harish N and V.B.Hans), Published in the edited book on “Service Sector and Globalisation”, (edited by Talwar Sabanna), Published by Serials Publication, New Delhi, 2008, pp.191-204. .(ISBN:978-81-8387-140-2).
  13. GATs and India’s Education Sector-Issues and Options (with Shoukat Ali M and V.B.Hans), Published in the edited book on “Service Sector and Globalisation”, (edited by Talwar Sabanna), Published by Serials Publication, New Delhi, 2008,  pp.259-277.(ISBN:978-81-8387-140-2).
  14. Effects of Educational Inequality Among Social Groups in Rural India (with R R Biradar), Published in the edited book on “Economics of Education, Health and Human Resource Development”, (ed. K.A.Rasure),  Published by Abhijeet Publications, New Delhi, 2008, pp.301-323.(ISBN-978-81-89886-52-3).
  15. Rural Credit and Agricultural Development in India:An Analysis of its Structure, Need and Growth”, Published in an Edited Book on “Rural Credit in the Era og Globalisation”, (Edited by K.A.Rasure), Published by Madhav Books, Haryana, India, Pp.431-459. 2009., (ISBN:978-81-907891-4-1).
  16. Financial Inclusion and Microfinance in India: An Overview, (with Dinesh P.T and V.B.Hans), Published in an Edited book on “Finacial Inclusion : Perspectives and Country Experiences (ed.by A.K.Sohani), Published by The Icfai University Press, Hyderbad, (2009), Pp.18-36. (ISBN:978-81314-1693-8).
  17. Karvali Karnatakadhalli Pravashodhyam: Aandu mathu Endu, (with Harish N and Dr.Arabi U), Published in an Edited book on “Karavali Karnatakadha Arthavysthe: Hindinidha endinavarge (ed.by Prof.G.V.Joshi and Dr.Norbert L:obo) Published by Mangala Prakashan (2009) Pp.27-40. (ISBN:81-88685-04-6).
  18. Articles in the Edited Book without indexed numbers
  19. Cooperative Credit For Sustainable Agricultural Development in the Post-WTO Period (With Prof.Vishwanatha), Published in the Pre-Conference Volume  Edited by Prof.Gottam Reddy, It is collection of papers  presented in the National Seminar held during April 2004, organized by the Department of Economics, Osamania University, Hyderbad, 2004.
  20. Financing Agriculture in the Post WTO Period (with Prof.Vishwanatha) Published in an Edited book on “WTO and the Banking Sector in India”, Edited by Prof.G.V.Joshi, Coordinator, Corporation Bank Chair in Bank Management, Department of Economics, Mangalore University, Mangalagangothri-574199, 2004.
  21. “Prospects of Floricultural Development in Karnataka”, Published in an Edited book on “Karnataka Economy: Issues and Concerns”, Edited by Vishwanath and Jayasheela, Published by Academic Publishers, Bangalore,2005.
  22. “Horticulture Development in Karnataka”, Published in an Edited book on “Karnataka Economy: Issues and Concerns”, Edited by Vishwanath and Jayasheela, Published by Academic Publishers, Bangalore,2005.
  23. National Watershed Development Projects for Rainfed Areas and  Its Impact on the Cropping Pattern”, Published in an Edited book on “Karnataka Economy: Issues and Concerns”, Edited by Vishwanath and Jayasheela, Published by Academic Publishers, Bangalore, 2005.
  24. Ambedkar as an Economist: Some Reflections, Published in an edited book on Ambedkar and Dalits in Contemporary India, Edited by Vishwanatha, Published by Academic Publishers, Bangalore, 2007.
  25. Grameena Mahiliyara Sabhalikaranadhalli Vividha Ayamagalu, (With Sudhakra S ), Published in an edited book on Mahile mathu Abhivrudhdhi, Edited by Jayasheela, Shoukat ali M Meghalamani and Sudhakar S, Published by Kisan Publications, Mangalore, 2007.
  26. Bharthadalli Henumakkal Shaiskhnika Sathanmana, (with Dr.Arabi U), Published in an edited book on Mahile mathu Abhivrudhdhi, Edited by Jayasheela, Shoukat ali M Meghalamani and Sudhakar S, Published by Kisan Publications, Mangalore, 2007.
  27. Krishi Matthu Mahile (with Dr.Vishwanatha), Published in an edited book on Mahile mathu Abhivrudhdhi, Edited by Jayasheela, Shoukat ali M Meghalamani and Sudhakar S, Published by Kisan Publications, Mangalore, 2007.
  28. Grameena Mahiliyara Abhivrudhiyelli Swasaya Sanghagala (With Dr. S.N.Yogesh), Published in an edited book on Mahile mathu Abhivrudhdhi, Edited by Jayasheela, Shoukat ali M Meghalamani and Sudhakar S, Published by Kisan Publications, Mangalore, 2007.
  29. Karnatakadha Krushiya Mele Vishwavyapara Sanghataneaya Prabhava, Published in an edited book on Karnatakadhalli Pradeshika Ashamanethe : Ondu Avalokana, Edited by Dr.N.Rangaswamy, Professor and Chairman , Department of Economics, Bangalore University, Bangalore, 2007, Pp.13-21.
  30. Karnatakahalli Thotagarike Abhivrudhi (with Dr.N.Rangawamy),  Published in an edited book on Karnatakadhalli Pradeshika Ashamanethe : Ondu Avalokana, Edited by Dr.N.Rangaswamy, Professor and Chairman, Department of Economics, Bangalore University, Bangalore, 2007, Pp.53-60.
  31. Healthcare Infrastructure in India: An Overview, (with Dinesh P T and V B Hans), Published in an edited volume on “Infrastructure Development in India”, (Edited by Prof. B.Jayarama Bhat), Published by Department of Studies in Economics, Kuvempu University, Shomoga,  2008, Pp.81-92.

Articles Published in Daily Newspapers:

  1. “Grameenabhivrudhiyelli Swasaya Sanghagala Mahatva”, Published in Hosa Diganatha (Daily Newspaper) on 9th, April, 2005.
  2. “Parisara Samrakshaneya Agathya, Published in Hosa Diganatha (Daily Newspaper) on 20th, April, 2005.
  3. “Badathana Nirmoolana Mattu Mahila Sabalikarana Kiru Hanakashina Pathra, Published in Udayavani (Daily Newspaper) on 29th April, 2005.
  4. “Male Niru Kohilu Anivaryathe”, Published in Hosa Diganatha (Daily Newspaper) on 7th, May, 2005.
  5. Grameena Mahiliyara Sabhalikaranadhalli Vividha Ayamagalu, Published in  Udyavani (Daily newspaper), on 20th May, 2005.
  6.  Savyeva Krushiyelli Erehulu Gobbaradha Pathra, Published in Hosa Diganatha (Daily Newspaper), on 15th  June, 2005.
  7. Jagathika Parisara Ulisi, Published in Hosa Diganatha (Daily Newspaper), on 22nd  June, 2005.
  8. Vinashadhatha  Sashya mathu Prani Shankul, Published in Hosa Digantha (Daily newspaper), on 5th July, 2005.
  9. Grameena Badathana Nivarnopayagalu, Published in Hosa Digantha (Daily Newspaper), on 8th July, 2005.
  10. Udyoga Sruhtiyalli Krishiyethrara Chatuvatikegala Pathra, Published in Hosa Digantha (Daily newspaper), on 22nd  July, 2005.
  11. Krishi Matthu Grameenabhivrdhi : Kelavu Chinthanegalu, Published in Hosa Digantha (Daily newspaper), on 17th August, 2005.
  12. Beeja Masude -2004 : Ondu Avalokana, Published in Hosa Digantha (Daily newspaper), on 7th  September, 2005.
  13. Parisara Samrakshaneyalli Panchyatraj Pathra, Published in Hosa Digantha (Daily newspaper), on 14th September, 2005.
  14. Dr.D.M Najundappa: Ondu Nudi Namana, Published in Hosa Digantha (Daily newspaper), on 30th September,2005.
  15. Rastriya Grameena Udyoga Khatri Kayide: Ondu Avalokana, Published in Hosa Digantha (Daily Newspaper), on 7th October 2005.
  16. Bharathadalli Arogya Vime, Published in Hosa Digantha (Daily newspaper), on 15th  October 2005.
  17. Mahile mathu Swasaya Sanghagala (With Shriprasad H) published in Udyavani (Daily newspaper). On 30th December, 2006.
  18. Kiru Hanakasina Hiriya (With Shriprasad H) published in Udyavani (Daily Newspaper). On 13th March, 2007.
  19. Vishesha Arthika Valayagalu, published in Udyavani (Daily Newspaper). On 30th March, 2007
  20. Grameenabhirudhiyalli Kiru Hanakasina Pathra, Published in Hosa Digantha (daily Newspaper), on 2nd August, 2007.
  21. Plastic udyama parisar nirvana, Published in Hosa Digantha, (daily Newspaper), on 19th August, 2007.
  22. Bharthadalli Arogya Pravashodhyama, Published in Hosa Digantha, (daily Newspaper), on 24/th January, 2008.


Published Books: 

  1. Karnataka Economy: Issues and Concerns. Bangalore: Academic Publishers, 2005.
  2. Rural Karnataka.  New Delhi: Serials Publications, 2007. ISBN:81-8387-077-5.
  3. Kisan Credit Card Scheme in India :  Access and Impact. Mangalore: Kisan Publications, 2007.
  4. Rural Development. Gadag: Vidyanidhi Publications, 2007.
  5. Mahile and Abhivrudhi ( in Kannada). Mangalore: Kisan Publications, 2007
  6. Contributed a Section for the Book on ECONOMICS (Multi choice questions for UGC/SLET, competitive & MA Economics Entrance Exams) Edited by Odeyar D Heggade and L.D.Vaikunte. Mysore: Arjun Publishing House,  2007.
  7. Microfinance in India: A Tool for Women Empowerment. New Delhi: Serial Publications, 2009
  8. Prepared Study Material for MA (Economics) Degree Students for Distance Education Programme of Mangalore University for the following Subjects:
  • Indian Economic Policy
  • Rural Development
  • Public Economics
  • International Economics

Papers presented in Seminars/Workshops/International Conferences:

  1. Presented a paper (with Dr.S.Erappa) on “Towards Commercialization of Agriculture in Tumkur District” at 9th Karnataka Economic Conference held at Tumkur, during 8th December,1991
  2. Presented a paper (with Dr. N.Rangaswamy) on “Employment generation through sericulture in Karnataka: Some empirical evidence”. In a Seventy seventh annual conference of the Indian economic association, special session on Karnataka economy, held at Department of studies on economics and co operation, Mysore Universality, Manasa Gangothri, Mysore, during 27-29 December,1994.
  3. Presented a paper (with Dr. S.Erappa) on “Minor irrigation in Karnataka: Probelmes  and Prospects”, presented at the XIX Indian Social Sciences Congress held at University of Allahabad, Allahabad, during 11-14 on March, 1996
  4. Presented a paper (with Dr.S.Erappa) on “Are regional rural banks free from overdues? Some experiences from Karnataka”, paper presented in a National Seminar on  Management of overdues in rural banking, (funded by RBI , NABARD & UGC) held at Sri Venkateshwar University, Tirupathi, held during 10-11 April, 1997.
  5. Presented a paper (with Dr. S.Erappa dnd R.R.Biradar) on “Gender issues in agarbhathi industiries in Karnataka”, in a seminar on “Landless and land poor women in rural area and their role in rural development”.  Jointly organised by Karnataka State Women’s Development Corporation and Bangalore University held at Bangalore, during 24-25 July, 1997
  6. Presented a paper (with Dr.S.Erappa) on “Relevance of subsidies on fertiliser in Inda” in the UGC sponsored National level Seminar on “Issues in Phasing out subsidies in India”, organized by Department of Economics, PSG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore, 20-21 November, 1998
  7. Presented paper (with Dr.S.Erappa) on “Growth pattern of Sericulture Industry in Karnataka” in the 58th Annual Conference of the Indian Socieaty of Agricultural Economics, organised by the Mahatma Phule, Krishi Vidya Peeta, Rahuri, Maharashtra, during 21-23 December, 1998
  8. Presented a paper on “Labour absorption in sericulture: A study in Karnataka”, in the Indian Indian Economics Association 82nd conference, held at Amritsar, during 27-29 December, 1999.
  9. Presented a paper on “Financing Agriculture in the Post WTO Period”, in the National Seminar, organized by Corporation Bank Chair in Bank Management, Department of Economics, Mangalore University, Mangalagangothri-574199, held on 16th and 17th February 2004.
  10. Presented a paper on “The Role of Non-farm Activities in Uplifting Rural Poor: A Case Study of A Village in Karnataka”, in the National Seminar on Globalization : Rural Transformation ..Issues, Concerns and Alternative Approaches, Organized b y Department of Economics, Kakatiya University, Warrangal (AP), held on 20-22, February 2004.
  11. Presented a paper on “Co-operative Credit for Sustainable Agricultural Development in the Post WTO period”, in the National Seminar on Institutional Policy Options For Sustainable Agricultural Development,  Organised by Department of Economics, Osmania University, Hyderbad, held on 10th -11th  April, 2004.
  12. Presented a paper on “Role of Self Help Groups (SHGs) in Enhancing Sericulture Productivity: A Case Study in Karnataka”,  in the National Seminar on Hundred Years of Rural Development in India, Organized by Department of Rural Development, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Nagarjuna Nagar (AP), held on 8-10 August, 2004.
  13.  Presented a Paper on “ Insurance in India : An Overview”, in the Conference on Indian Banking and Insurance – 2004, organized by Banking and Economic Society of India (Karnataka Chapter) in collaboration with Mangalore University and Department of Co-operation, held on 27th September, 2004. at Hotel Grand Ashok, Bangalore.
  14. Presented a Paper on “Food Security in India: Issues and Challenges”, in the National Seminar on “Strategies for Economic Growth 2020”,  held at Dhempe College of Arts and Science, Panjim , Goa, on 2nd and 3rd March, 2005.
  15. Presented a Paper (With Shriprasad  H)  on  “Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) Credit for Sustainable Agricultural Development in the Post WTO-Period”, in the National Seminar on “Sustainable Development in India”, Organised by Department of Economics, Osmania University, Hyderbad, held on  28th March, 2005.
  16. Presented a Paper (With Shoukat Ali ) on “Commercial Banks Credit for Sustainable Agricultural Development in the Post WTO-Period”, in the National Seminar on “Sustainable Development in India”, Organised by Department of Economics, Osmania University, Hyderbad, held on  28th March, 2005.
  17. Presented a paper (With D.P Angadi and Shoukat Ali M) on “Ambedkar as an Economist: Some Reflections”, in the National Seminar on  Ambedkar and India’s Socio-economic Scenario”,  Organised by Centre For Dr.B.R.Ambedkar Studies, Manglaore University, held on 4th and 5th  September,2005.
  18. Presented a paper (with Shri.Shoukat Ali M) on “Urban Solid Waste Management: A Case Study of a City Corporation in Karnataka”, in a two day International Seminar on ‘Growth Strategy and Environmental Issues’, Organised by School of Economics and Department of BAHA’I Chair for Studies in Development, Devi Ahilya University, Indore, MP, held on 18th and 19th November 2005.
  19. Presented a Paper  (with V B Hans) on “Tourism Industry in India : Is a Take-off Round the Corner”, in a Two day National Seminar on GATS and India’s Service Sector: Progress and Prospects”, organized by Department of Economics, Karnataka University, Dharwad, held on 24th and 25th February, 2006.
  20. Presented a paper (with Dinesh P T) on “Rural Housing in India : Problems and Prospects”, in a two day National seminar on Development of Infrastrcuture in India: Issues in Financing, Delivery and Management, organized by Department of Economics, University of Mysore, Sir M Visveswaraya Post Graduate Centre, Mandya, held on 20th and 21st March, 2006.
  21. Presented a paper on “Urban Solid Waste Management: A Case Study of a Mangalore City in Karnataka- India’, in a Three day International conference on Changing Geography in a Diversified World, organized by Department of Geography, Hong Kong Baptist University, held during 1-3 June, 2006.
  22. Presented a paper (with Sriprasad H and Shoukat Ali M). on “Economic Independence and Empowerment of Women”, a National Seminar on Women Empowerment Issues, Problems and Concerns, Organised by Vijaya College, Mulki, Karnataka on 8th and 9th December, 2006.
  23. Presented a paper (with Dinesh P T) on “Micro Finance: An Effective Tool for the Empowerment of Women”, a National Seminar on Women Empowerment Issues, Problems and Concerns, Organised by Vijaya College, Mulki, Karnataka on 8th and 9th December, 2006.
  24. Presented a paper (with Harish N) on “Political Empowerment of Women Through PRIs in Karnataka”, a National Seminar on Women Empowerment Issues, Problems and Concerns, Organised by Vijaya College, Mulki, Karnataka on 8th and 9th December, 2006.
  25. Presented a paper (with Harish N) on “Primary Educational Infrastructure in India”, at the workshop on the Economics of Infrastructure, Organised by the Centre of Advanced Study in Economics, Department of Economics, and University of Mumbai on 6th aand 7th February, 2007.
  26. Presented a paper (with Prof.V.Basil Hans) on “Food Security in India: Issues and Challenges”, at the National Workshop on “Micro Level Experiments in Food Security”, Organised by National Institute of Rural Development (NIRD), Hyderabad, on 19th and 20th February, 2007.
  27. Presented a paper (with Dinesh P.T) on “Health Infrastructure in India: Agenda for the New Millennium”, at the two-day National Seminar on Infrastructure Development: Current Scenario and Future Challenges, Orgnised by Department of Economics, Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta, Karnataka, on February 15 & 16, 2008.
  28. Presented a paper (with V.B.Hans) on “Environment and Economic Well-being: Identifying the Critical Conundrum”, at a three day workshop on ‘Interdisciplinary Research Methodology Workshop on Environment, Sustainable Development and Human Wellbeing ’, Organised by Madras Institute of Development Studies, held on 18th -20th,  February, 2008.
  29. Presented a research paper  (with Dinesh P T) on, “Rural Housing in India: Problems and Prospects” in the National Level Seminar on   “Development of Infrastructure in India: Issues in Financing, Delivery and Management” held on 20th and 21st March 2006 at Sir M Vishveshwarayya Post Graduate Centre Mandya, Karnataka.
  30. Presented a research paper (with Dinesh P T ) on, “Microfinance: An Effective Tool for the Empowerment of Women” in the National Level Seminar on ‘Women Empowerment: Problems, Issues and Concerns’ held on December 8th and 9th 2006 at Vijaya College Mulki, Mangalore, Karnataka.
  31. Presented a research paper on, “Health Infrastructure In India Problems and Prospects” in the National Level Seminar on ‘Economics of Infrastructure’ held on Feb 6th and 7th, 2007,at University of Mumbai, Department of Economics, Vidyanagari, Mumbai.
  32. Presented a research paper on “Empowerment of Women through Micro-Finance: A Comparative Study of Udupi and Dakshina Kannada District” in National Level “Doctoral Thesis Conference” held on March 9th and 10th 2007 at ICFAI Business School, Donthanapally, Hyderabad.
  33. Presented a research paper on “Health Infrastructure in India Agenda for the New Millennium” in the National Level Seminar on “Infrastructure in India: Agenda for the New Millennium” held on 15th and 16th February 2008 at Department of Studies in Economics, Kuvempu University, Shimoga.
  34. Presented a research paper on, “Inclusion Through SHG Microfinance: A Macro Perspective” in the National Level Seminar on ‘India – Sixty Years in a Nations Life ’ held on 3rd and 4th  April 2009 at Besant Evening College Mangalore, Karnataka.

Participation in Workshops/Seminars/Conferences:

  1. Participated in a State level workshop on “Sericulture in Tamil Nadu” held at ISEC, Bangalore, during 18th December, 1990.
  2. Participated in a State level workshop on “Sericulture in Karnataka” held at ISEC, Bangalore, during 19th December, 1990.
  3. Participated in a State level workshop on “Sericulture in Andhra Pradesh” held at ISEC, Bangalore, during 20th December, 1990.
  4. Participated in a State level workshop on “Seed Management in Andhra Pradesh” held at ISEC, Bangalore, during 9th April,1991
  5. Participated in a National level workshop on “Sericulture” held at ISEC, Bangalore, during 7th August,1991
  6. Participated in a State level workshop on “Bivoltine (BVH) Programme in Andhra Pradesh,  held at ISEC, Bangalore, during 30th August 1991
  7. Participated in a National level Seminar on “Emerging issues in fertilizer pricing ” held at ISEC, Bangalore, during 8th July,1998
  8. Participated in a workshop on “Drought proofing in Karnataka”, organized by  ISEC, Bangalore and Drought Monitoring Cell (DMC), held at ISEC, Bangalore, during 25th November,1999.
  9. Participated in a National Seminar on “India on the threshold of the new millennium: the unfinished agenda and the new challenges”, Organised by ISEC, Bangalore and Indian Association of Social Science Institutions (IASSI) New Delhi, held on 15-16 December, 1999 at ISEC, Bangalore.
  10. Participated in a Seminar on “ WTO and its implications for Karnataka agriculture”, Organised by ISEC, Bangalore and Government of Karnataka, held at ISEC, Bangalore during 30th May, 2000.
  11. Participated in a Workshop on “WTO- Issues in Agriculture” Organised by the WTO Cell,ISEC, Bangalore and Government of Karnataka and  ISEC, held at ISEC, Bangalore during 10th November, 2000.
  12. Participated in a Seminar on “ Poverty and Human Development Monitoring System”, Organised by Planning Department, Government of Karnataka and ISEC, Bangalore during 2nd and 3rd Feburary, 2001
  13. Participated as a Rapporteaur in the two days workshop on “Sahabagithva Jala Nirvhane Bagge Raithara Karyagara”, Organised by Shayoga, held at Indian Social Institute, Benson Town, Bangalore during 9th & 10th July, 2001.
  14. Participated in a Workshop on “Exposure of Foreign Trade and WTO to Tobacco Farmers”, held at ISEC, Bangalore during  24 –25 August, 2001.
  15. Participated in a 43rd Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Labour Economics”, held at ISEC, Bangalore  during 18-20 December,2001
  16. Participated in a “Review Seminar on State of the Indian Farmers: A Millennium Study”, held at ISEC, Bangalore during 30 – 31 January,2002.
  17. Participated in an Annual Economics Conference on “Primary Sector Revolutions: An Introspection”, Organised by St.Marys College, Shirva and Mangalore University Economics Association, Held on 28/02/2005 at College Auditorium, Shirva, Udupi.
  18. Participated in a Two day workshop on “Rural Urban Disparity in Karnataka”, organized by Centre for decentralization and development, Institute for Social and Economic Change (ISEC), Nagarbhavi, Bangalore, held during 5th and 6th  July, 2006.


Foreign Visit:

  • Visited Hong Kong  in connection with paper presentation on   “Urban Solid Waste Management: A Case Study of a Mangalore City in Karnataka- India’, in a Three day International conference on Changing Geography in a Diversified World, organized by Department of Geography, Hong Kong Baptist University, held during 1-3 June, 2006.

Training Programme Attended:

  • Attended a training programme on “Training Programme for Technical Staff of Agro-economic Research Centres (AERCs) Units”. Organised by Centre for Management in Agriculture (CMA),Indian Institute of Management, Ahamedabad.  Held during 23-27 September,2002, at Ahamedabad.

Membership for Academic Professional Bodies/Boards/Associations:

  • Life member, Andhra Pradesh Economic Association.
  • Indian Society of Agricultural  Economics
  • Annual member (2006-007) International Society for Third Sector
  • The Indian Society for Ecological Economics
  • Member, Editorial Advisory Board, Indian Journal of Development and Social Action

Administrative responsibilities held at Mangalore University:

  • Worked as Deputy Registrar (Evaluation) from 18th January 2010 to 6th August, 2011.
  • Worked as Co-ordinator, Chair in Rural Banking and Management (CRBM) (Jointly sponsored by Canara Bank and Syndicate Bank) from November 2004-2005 to 6th August 2011. .
  • Worked as Co-rodinator, Remedial Coaching at Undergraduate and Postgraduate Level for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe ( UGC sponsored Proramme)
  • Worked as Member, General Body, Vishwamangala Education Society (Regd.)
  • Worked as Member, Advisory Committee on Equal Opportunity Cell (UGC).
  • Worked as Member, Advisory Committee of Women Study Centre (UGC).
  • Worked as Member, Evaluation of Annual College Reports (magazines)
  • Worked as Member, Expert Committee to draft syllabus on “Management of Small Landholdings”. Under career oriented programmes.
  • Worked as Member, Standing Committee for Effective Implementation of Reservation Policies and Programmes of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.
  • Worked as Member, Annual Report Committee, Mangalore University.
  • Worked as Member, Committee on Preparation of Mangalore University Profile.
  • Worked as Member, Committee on Preparation of Mangalore University Brochure.
  • Worked as Member, Board of Studies in Economics.
  • Worked as Member, Board of Examination in Economics.
  • Worked as Member, Arts Faculty.

Work responsibilities at Other Places:

Setting and valuation of papers in Economics for PG Courses and Distance Education Programme in the following Universities;

  • Bangalore University
  • Kuvempu University
  • Karnataka University
  • Kannur University (Kerala)
  • Karnataka State Open University (Mysore)
  • Gulbarga University

Any other Information:

Computer knowledge: Working knowledge of MS Office