There is a broad consensus on the content of rural development as a programme. An equalitarian has, emphasis on self reliance and local participation may be considered as key attributes of rural development. There are yet significant differences on certain ideological and strategic issues. The issues are classified under two categories: General and Strategic. Among the general issue question of socio-economic context place of land reforms and the question of appropriate technology are raised. Among the strategic issues paper touches upon the questions such as, Area Vs Beneficiary approach, single Vs Multi Sector approach, Wastages to Social Services, role of resources, role of outsiders etc.