Chauka System for Management of Common Property Resources for Sustainable Livelihood and Adaptation to Climate Change in Dry Regions of Rajasthan

The Chauka system, developed by the Gram Vikas Navyuvak Mandal, Laporiya (GVNML) in Jaipur district of Rajasthan, is an innovative soil and moisture conservation method which integrates fodder production and pasture improvement with augmentation of ground water resources through a scientifically designed, low-cost technique for management of water run-off in semi-arid regions with relatively less slope. This case study,prepared and published by the Directorate of Extension, Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education, documents the different models under the Chauka system, its impact in terms of increased net and gross area under agriculture, improved biomass availability, and higher milk yield from cattle, all of which have contributed to reducing the migration of youth from these villages.

The publication can be downloaded here: http://slem-cpp.icfre.gov.in/UserFiles/File/Management-of-Rain-water-and-community.pdf