WHY ARE FARMERS MIGRATING FROMRURAL TO URBAN INDIA

Migration pertains to the movement of families from one place to another searching for better opportunities and a better life. Rural areas often lack basic living needs like educational institutions healthcare services financial independence and other factors. On the other hand urban places mostly have a rich arena for jobs and are perceived to offer a decent lifestyle.Farmers willingness to migrate to urban areas is not only affected by micro-factors such individual characteristics family financial situation and cognitive ability but also related to macro-factors such as institutions.