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In India, the importance of fisheries sector is well known as a provider of livelihood to more than six millions of people directly and indirectly and as a major foreign exchange earner. Fishing is one of the oldest employments of mankind. Small scale fishermen are important participants in the economic activities of coastal fishery sector in Tirunelveli district. Even though fishing sector occupies a vital position in Indian economy, most of the fishermen are living in poverty. They are economically backward. They have no permanent and regular income. Despite dangerous nature of fishing occupation very little research have been conducted. The research on this group of population is limited. Their financial instability, low profile in socio-economic status brought them down to earth not allowing them to prosper in their life. The study on fishermen in Idinthakarai village of Tirunelveli district is the main theme of this research.