Manthan is a non-governmental organisation working towards addressing the socio-economic and environmental challenges facing the communities in the rural areas of central Rajasthan in India. The word ‘Manthan’ in Hindi and Sanskrit means ‘churning out valuables’. Manthan’s ef-forts are geared towards improving the lives of all villagers irrespective of their caste, religion or political affiliations by stirring up their abilities, knowledge and creativity.