Contains history of the Pegu district up to the independence of Burma. Describes environment of the village, its location, communications, and demographic and social characteristics. Analyzes structure of the economy and production and distribution of goods and services. Contrasts the agricultural cycle and technology. Points out problems of development caused by land tenancy and lack of agricultural credit. Discusses monastic schools, the role of the monk, and religious ceremonies. Characterizes village society and explains the monk's economic functions and the economic significance of merit-making. [TAIC]
SUBJECT
socical patterns
agriculture
religion
attitudes
economics
customs
demography
health
statistics
financing
hill tribes
history
education
commerce
politics
land
husbandry
community development
standard of living
communication
transport
ethnic groups
bibliographies
Myanmar
India
United Kingdom
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Thailand and ASEAN Information Center (6th Floor) : Thesis