The Gender Disparities in Digital Media Access among Adiya Tribes of Wayanad

The present study is aimed at seeking the existence of gender disparities in accessing digital media among Adiya tribes of Wayanad. The researcher has given emphasis on the mobile phone access and chances of m-governance for supporting development activities since the Adiya community is one of the most vulnerable tribal sects in the District. Today mobile phone has become an everyday gadget that addresses different income groups with specific utilities. The device offers more opportunities with wider perspectives in the process of development. The study used survey method for data collection. The samples selected for the study is the Adiya tribe residing in the urban and rural areas of Mananthavady Taluk. The study gives focus on the gender specific media habits of Adiya community.

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