Sahkarita Anusandhan – A Multidisciplinary Journal of Social Science is a half-yearly, open access, peer-reviewed and refereed multidisciplinary research journal in the domain of social sciences, published by the Regional Institute of Cooperative Management (RICM), Chandigarh (A unit of National Council for Cooperative Training (NCCT), Ministry of Cooperation, Government of India).
This journal is envisioned as a vibrant academic platform for researchers, academicians, professionals, practitioners, policymakers, and students to share insights, disseminate empirical and conceptual research, and engage in intellectual discourse across the multidisciplinary areas of cooperation, rural development, agriculture, economics, public policy, social innovation, management, education, and allied fields. The journal aims to promote high-quality research, critical analysis, theoretical developments, and real-world applications that advance the understanding of cooperative and social science paradigms in the context of rural and sustainable development. The journal welcomes interdisciplinary perspectives and encourages contributions that are innovative, evidence-based, and policy-relevant.
This open access publication facilitates a free and inclusive knowledge ecosystem, enabling researchers worldwide to access, contribute, and collaborate. It strives to nurture a community of scholars and practitioners dedicated to the growth of cooperative thought and social research in India and beyond. With an editorial board comprising experts from reputed institutions across the country, the journal adheres to rigorous peer-review standards to ensure academic integrity, originality, and relevance.