Migration is a vital livelihood strategy for rural households in developing countries like India. Elucidate.

According to 2011 census, there are 45 crore migrant population in India. Social disparity migration in rural households leads to job opportunities, better education & health care. Migration is a livelihood strategy with: (1) Secondary sector employment like industries, market place, etc. (2) Better economic opportunities & income of semi-skilled jobs of plumbing, electrician, etc. (3) Better education and health care for children and family: important for social mobility. (4) Rural caste hidden solely & more egalitarian urban society: urban areas are socially more equal. (5) Seasonal employment: ex Bihar people coming to punjab during harvesting season and during festivals. (6) Better Market place: ex Dairy demand are higher in urban centres therefore rural to urban migration for better demand and price.