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The research explores the role of community participation in the tourism development of coastal regions in Karnataka, India, focusing on beach households as key stakeholders. Using a sample of 410 respondents, the study examines the influence of community involvement and participation on tourism development outcomes. The hypothesis was tested using One-way ANOVA and Regression in SPSS. The research investigates the extent to which local communities engage in tourism activities, their perceptions of the impacts of tourism, and the potential benefits and challenges associated with community participation. Results indicate a significant positive influence of community involvement on tourism development in coastal Karnataka. The findings shed light on fostering community participation in tourism planning and management to achieve sustainable development goals in coastal regions.
Nagaraja et al. (2024) studied this question.