Upper Mustang: A Case Study

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The broader objective of this study is to identify and quantify impact of tourism in the economy and livelihood of the people in Upper Mustang. Specific objective of the research are as follows:
i. To compare and contrast the socioeconomic status of the sampled household. ii. To assess the perception of local people towards attraction of tourists. iii. To assess the changes in living standard of people. iv. To study the relationship of tourism and livelihood of the people.

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