CHALLENGES IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ICT (INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY) IN RURAL AREAS

The problems associated with the implementation of ICT in rural area that have been focused upon in this paper are Infrastructural factors, Economic factors, Cultural factors and technological factors. Among the major problems associated with implementation of ICTs the focus will be laid on Socio-political factors, Human and Administrative factors, Economic factors and Technical factors. Further, the paper based on various case studies and onsite observation derives important conclusions and also provides pertinent suggestions to ensure the smooth growth and effective implementation and application of ICT in the new World.