Factors Influencing the Development of Ecotourism in and Around Kanha National Park, India
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https://doi.org/10.12727/ajts.32.10Keywords:
Ecotourism Development, Infrastructure Facilities, Socio-Economic Factors, Potential Awareness, Management, Kanha National Park, IndiaAbstract
The Kanha National Park has high potential of Ecotourism Development. The Present Study was Carried out to explain the Factors Influencing Ecotourism Development in and Around Kanha National Park, India. Data were collected using an offline survey of each household and Business Enterprise located near Kanha National Park and 365 Responses were considered to meet the selection criteria. Structured Equation Model (SEM) and Path Analysis were used to test the Proposed Research Model. The Results of the Structured Equation Model Show that Infrastructure Facilities, Managerial Factors and Potential Attractions along with Socioeconomic Factors were Positively associated with the Ecotourism Development in and Around Kanha National Park and the model has better predictive Power for the Development of Ecotourism in the Area. The Study Proposed a model from the factors that influence Ecotourism development in the area. The model has its Empirical Value. Sustainable development of ecotourism in Kanha National Park requires a balanced approach that considers ecological conservation, Local Community Participation and responsible tourism practices.
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