The research study is divided into nine chapters.
Chapter one deals with the Introduction which reflects a brief outline about the role of NGOs, origin of NGOs, conceptual framework of NGOs, classification of NGOs, characteristic features of NGOs, government policies on NGOs and review of literature.
Chapter two highlights about the Research Design which focus on sample frame, hypotheses, objectives of the study, sources of data collection, questionnaire designing etc.
Chapter three narrates about � The Setting and Historical Background� of Sample Districts.
Chapter four discusses about the Profile of the Sample Blocks where the sample NGOs are located and also highlight the perception of �Panchayat Members and their Reaction�.
Chapter five reflects about the � NGO as an organization : Its Structure and Function�.
Chapter six reveals the �Impact of Rural Development Projects� which includes the opinion from NGOs and opinion from beneficiaries.
Chapter seven represents �Problems of NGOs in Rural Development� and the last two Chapters i.
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eight and nine draws �Conclusions and Suggestions� and � Selected Bibliography� respectively.