Extension Flashcards
Who is the father of Extension?
Dr. J. P. Leagans
Who is the father of Extension in Indian context?
Dr. K. N. Singh
Who is the father of University Extension
James Stuart
What is rural reconstruction scheme? By whom it was launched, and in which year?
1903): Launched by Sri. Daniel Hamilton. The
objective of the programme was to create model villages based on cooperative
principles in Bengal.
What is shantiniketan attempt? Who launched it and in which year?
Rabindranath Tagore 1921 villagers to develop their resources
d. To improve village sanitation
The initiative also emphasized on women empowerment and they created a class of women functionaries named ‘Brati Balika’
Who started marthandam project and in which year?
Spencer hatch 1921 three fold devlopment of spirit, mind and body
Who started Gurgaon experiment and in which year?
1927 Mr. F. L. Brayne
Village guide appointed to act as a channel to convey expert advice
Who started the Gandhian constructive program in which year and what it is?
Mahatma Gandhiji: Sewagram (1927)
Emphasized on village should be the centre of development
Who started Firka Development scheme of Madras State in which year and what it’s objective are?
Shri T. Prakashan Firkas were selected accd. To
backwardness of the area. Main aim “self-suficient and self-reliant”.
