A STUDY ON THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC CHALLENGES FACED
BY SINGLE PARENTS IN SASTHAMCOTTA PANCHAYAT OF
KOLLAM DISTRICT, KERALA
Dissertation submitted to,
Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh
Submitted by,
Veena P
(2101211030)
Under the supervision of,
Dr. Ramesh B
Assistant Professor
Department of Social Work
INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL TRIBAL UNIVERSITY,
AMARKANTAK, LALPUR, ANUPPUR (DIST.) (MP)
September 2023
, DECLARATION
I, Veena P , declare that the research entitled “A Study on the Socio-Economic Challenges
Faced by Single Parents in Sasthamcotta Panchayat of Kollam District, Kerala” submitted to
the Indira Gandhi national tribal university , as a part of the fulfilment of the requirement for the
award of the Degree of Master of Social Works a record of original research done by me during
2022-2023 under the supervision and guidance of Dr. Ramesh B, assistance professor Social Work
department, and it has not been formed the basis for the award of degree/ diploma/ associate
ship/fellowship or any other similar title to bring candidate in any university.
Place: Veena P
Date: 2101211030
, CERTIFICATE
This is to certify that the dissertation entitled “A Study on the Socio-Economic Challenges Faced
by Single Parents in Sasthamcotta Panchayat of Kollam District, Kerala”, submitted to Indira
Gandhi national tribal university, as part of fulfilment of the requirements for the award of the
Degree of Master of Social Work is a record of original research work done by Veena P
(2101211030) during the period 2021-2023 under my supervision and guidance and that this
dissertation has not formed the basis for the award of any degree/diploma/fellowship and or similar
title to any candidate of any university. I hereby confirm the originality of the work and that there
is no plagiarism in any part of the dissertation.
Place:
Date:
Supervising faculty, Head of the department,
Dr. Ramesh B Dr. Ranju Hasini Sahoo
Assistant Professor Professor and Head
Department of Social Work Department of Social Work
IGNTU, Amarkantak IGNTU, Amarkantak
, ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I would like to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation to everyone who has helped and
supported me throughout the process of finishing this dissertation.
First and foremost, I am deeply indebted to my supervisor Dr. Ramesh B for their priceless
assistance, acceptance, and encouragement. Their expertise and helpful suggestions have been
crucial in shaping this study into its final version.
I extend my thanks to the faculty members of the department of Social Work, whose dedication to
education and research has inspired me throughout my academic career. The stimulating
discussions and seminars in the department have broadened my perspectives and have been an
essential part of my growth as a researcher.
I would like to acknowledge the support of my family and friends, whose consistent trust in me
has been a continual provenance of strength. Their words of encouragement and understanding
have sustained me during the challenging times of this endeavour.
I would like to express my profound appreciation to all those whose names may not be mentioned
here but have played a significant role in helping me complete this dissertation. Your support,
whether big or small, has contributed to the successful completion of this academic milestone.
Lastly, I acknowledge the collective efforts of everyone who has contributed to this dissertation,
and I hope that my research will be a small contribution to the advancement of knowledge in this
field.
BY SINGLE PARENTS IN SASTHAMCOTTA PANCHAYAT OF
KOLLAM DISTRICT, KERALA
Dissertation submitted to,
Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh
Submitted by,
Veena P
(2101211030)
Under the supervision of,
Dr. Ramesh B
Assistant Professor
Department of Social Work
INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL TRIBAL UNIVERSITY,
AMARKANTAK, LALPUR, ANUPPUR (DIST.) (MP)
September 2023
, DECLARATION
I, Veena P , declare that the research entitled “A Study on the Socio-Economic Challenges
Faced by Single Parents in Sasthamcotta Panchayat of Kollam District, Kerala” submitted to
the Indira Gandhi national tribal university , as a part of the fulfilment of the requirement for the
award of the Degree of Master of Social Works a record of original research done by me during
2022-2023 under the supervision and guidance of Dr. Ramesh B, assistance professor Social Work
department, and it has not been formed the basis for the award of degree/ diploma/ associate
ship/fellowship or any other similar title to bring candidate in any university.
Place: Veena P
Date: 2101211030
, CERTIFICATE
This is to certify that the dissertation entitled “A Study on the Socio-Economic Challenges Faced
by Single Parents in Sasthamcotta Panchayat of Kollam District, Kerala”, submitted to Indira
Gandhi national tribal university, as part of fulfilment of the requirements for the award of the
Degree of Master of Social Work is a record of original research work done by Veena P
(2101211030) during the period 2021-2023 under my supervision and guidance and that this
dissertation has not formed the basis for the award of any degree/diploma/fellowship and or similar
title to any candidate of any university. I hereby confirm the originality of the work and that there
is no plagiarism in any part of the dissertation.
Place:
Date:
Supervising faculty, Head of the department,
Dr. Ramesh B Dr. Ranju Hasini Sahoo
Assistant Professor Professor and Head
Department of Social Work Department of Social Work
IGNTU, Amarkantak IGNTU, Amarkantak
, ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I would like to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation to everyone who has helped and
supported me throughout the process of finishing this dissertation.
First and foremost, I am deeply indebted to my supervisor Dr. Ramesh B for their priceless
assistance, acceptance, and encouragement. Their expertise and helpful suggestions have been
crucial in shaping this study into its final version.
I extend my thanks to the faculty members of the department of Social Work, whose dedication to
education and research has inspired me throughout my academic career. The stimulating
discussions and seminars in the department have broadened my perspectives and have been an
essential part of my growth as a researcher.
I would like to acknowledge the support of my family and friends, whose consistent trust in me
has been a continual provenance of strength. Their words of encouragement and understanding
have sustained me during the challenging times of this endeavour.
I would like to express my profound appreciation to all those whose names may not be mentioned
here but have played a significant role in helping me complete this dissertation. Your support,
whether big or small, has contributed to the successful completion of this academic milestone.
Lastly, I acknowledge the collective efforts of everyone who has contributed to this dissertation,
and I hope that my research will be a small contribution to the advancement of knowledge in this
field.
