Evaluating the Role of Eco-Tourism in Promoting Sustainable Development in the Hill Regions of Bangladesh
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https://doi.org/10.54536/ajth.v4i2.7428Keywords:
Community Participation, Economic Development, Eco-Tourism, Environmental Conservation, Hill Regions of Bangladesh, Sustainable DevelopmentAbstract
This study examines the role of eco-tourism in advancing sustainable development in the hilly areas of Bangladesh. The primary objective of the research is to assess the impact of eco-tourism on economic growth, social advancement, community engagement, environmental preservation, job creation, income generation, and overall sustainable development in the specified locations. The research used a quantitative methodology, collecting data via a structured questionnaire from 400 participants, with the sample size calculated using Cochran’s formula. SPSS is used to analyze the data that has been gathered. Descriptive statistics, reliability analysis, correlation, and regression analysis are all used. The results show that eco-tourism has a big and positive impact on all the main areas of sustainable development in the hill regions of Bangladesh. Eco-tourism, in particular, is known to help people make money, get involved in their communities, find jobs, and learn about and protect the environment. The study also shows that eco-tourism is strongly linked to overall sustainable development, which means that it could be a good way to promote balanced regional development. The study finds that eco-tourism could significantly benefit the economy, society, and environment of the hill regions if it is well planned and managed. To get the most long-term advantages from eco-tourism in Bangladesh, the report says that policies should be stronger, communities should be more involved, the environment should be protected, and tourism should be planned in a way that is good for the ecosystem
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