Climate Change and its Ripples on Agriculture based Self Help Groups (SHGs) in Arid Regions: A Case Study of Channi Mansar Village of Jammu and Kashmir, India

This paper examines the impact of climate change on agriculture-based self-help groups (SHGs) in Channi Mansar village, Udhampur District, India.SHGs, which primarily rely on agriculture for income, are affected by extreme weather events and region-specific disasters.The research aims to understand the degree of climate change awareness among SHG members and their adaptability to these changes.The study uses qualitative research methods, including in-depth interviews with SHG members, to gather qualitative data.The findings will help the research ecosystem investigate further in this region and help governments formulate sustainable policies for the welfare of the people in the region.