Volume: 3 Issue: 4 (July - August 2026)
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| 1 |
Author(s):
Priskili Nampui.
Country:
India
Research Area:
History
Page No:
1-7 |
Language, Education and Identity: The Assamese Renaissance under Baptist MissionaryAbstractThe paper looks at the crucial transformation of the language and education of Assam during the wake of the Assam renaissance. The nineteenth century is marked to have kindled a deep sense of emancipation and played a pivotal role in evaluation of the cultural and intellectual history of Assam. The American Baptist Missionary played an important role in the history of Assam and bringing in the renaissance during the nineteenth century. The paper underlines how the British missionaries carried out the momentous changes of the region in the field of education, print, press and language leading to the creation of its distinct linguistic identity. Since no corroborative indigenous data regarding the activities of the missionaries in Assam is found, thus the study is based on the earliest church records of Rev. Miles Bronson and other secondary sources. With the establishment of vernacular schools, translation of religious and secular works and the introduction of printing press helped expand literacy in Assam. This encouraged the use of Assamese language in formal learning, while the publication of Orunadoi further created a new intellectual sphere fostering literary growth and linguistic consciousness forming its own identity to the Assamese people. The developments brought by the Baptist missionary collectively stimulated a broader cultural awakening which laid the foundation of modern Assamese literature and identity formation. This study examines how the Baptist missionary role in the education and linguistic initiative contributed to the Assamese renaissance and argues that the missionary’s intervention despite its colonial and religious framework, became a catalyst in the shaping of modern Assamese society. | |
| 2 |
Author(s):
Divyaraj Singh.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Philosophy
Page No:
8-15 |
The Five Sheaths of the Self: Understanding the PanchkoshAbstractThe very concept of Panchkosh or five-sheaths first articulated in the Brahmananda Valli of the Taittiriya Upaniṣhad which offers one of the oldest and most carefully structured maps of human existence in any wisdom tradition. It pictures the individual as a layered being whose innermost reality, the Atman, is progressively veiled by five concentric layers: Annamaya, the sheath of food or the gross physical body, Pranamaya, the sheath of vital energy, Manomaya, the sheath of mind and emotions, Vigyanamaya, the sheath of intellect and discernment, and Anandamaya, the bliss sheath. This paper revisits the doctrine in its original scriptural setting and reads it alongside the Maṇḍukya Upanishad's analysis of the three bodies and the four states of consciousness, the Chandogya Upanishad's teaching on the Infinite and the space within the heart, the Kaṭha Upanishad's graded hierarchy of senses, mind and intellect, the Bhagavad Geeta's account of the three gunas and the imperishable Self, and the Yoga Vashishtha's insistence that the mind alone binds and liberates. It further proposes a reasoned correspondence between the five sheaths and the seven chakras of the tantric tradition, and shows how the framework, through the paired categories of Adhi (mental affliction) and Vyadhi (bodily disease), continues to inform yoga therapy, Ayurveda and modern holistic models of health. The aim throughout is to recover the Panchkosh as a living instrument of self-knowledge and most importantly to make the concept easily understandable to students of all age groups across diverse backgrounds. | |
| 3 |
Author(s):
Sarita Simeen Bandala, Dr. Manisha Singh.
Country:
India
Research Area:
History
Page No:
16-36 |
Christian Historical Heritage of Telangana: An Exploratory StudyAbstractThe Christian historical heritage of Telangana is a valuable yet insufficiently examined dimension of the region’s archival past. This exploratory study investigates the archaeological and archival evidence associated with the presence and development of Christianity in Telangana from the early modern period onwards exploratory study investigates the archaeological and archival evidence associated with the presence and development of Christianity in Telangana from the early modern period onward. This study is also based upon church inscriptions, burial sites, architectural remains, missionary correspondences, and diocesan archives to reconstruct patterns of Christian settlement and institutional growth. Four main churches, in Telengana have been chosen to make this study appropriately interesting. The analysis is based on the spatial distribution of churches, schools, and mission establishments, as well as the adaptation of Christian architectural forms within Telengana building traditions. The findings suggest that Christian heritage in Telangana is embedded within the region’s physical landscape and documentary record reflect on processes based on cultural negotiation and not on cultural replacement as such. This study contributes to a more detailed and evidence-based understanding of Telangana religious history and highlights the urgent need for systematic documentation and preservation of Christian archaeological heritage in South India.Keywords: Christian heritage, Telangana, church architecture, missionary history, Deccan region, heritage preservation | |
| 4 |
Author(s):
Dr. R. N. Tripathi, Dr. Snehil Misra.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Sociology
Page No:
37-46 |
Beyond Microfinance: A Sociological Study of Women’s Economic Empowerment and Social Transformation through Self-Help Groups in Rural VaranasiAbstractWomen’s empowerment has emerged as a significant area of sociological inquiry, particularly in the context of rural development, gender equality, and inclusive growth. The present study, titled “Beyond Microfinance: A Sociological Study of Women’s Economic Empowerment and Social Transformation through Self-Help Groups in Rural Varanasi,” examines the role of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) as institutions that facilitate not only economic improvement but also broader processes of social transformation among rural women. The study moves beyond the conventional understanding of SHGs as financial mechanisms and analyses them as social spaces where women develop agency, collective identity, social networks, and greater participation in household and community life.The study adopts a mixed-method research approach, combining quantitative and qualitative perspectives to understand both measurable outcomes and lived experiences of SHG members. It explores the influence of SHG participation on women’s economic conditions, including access to savings, credit facilities, livelihood opportunities, and financial autonomy. Along with economic dimensions, the study examines changes in women’s decision-making capacity, self-confidence, social awareness, mobility, and participation in collective activities. It also analyses how socio-cultural factors such as caste, class, education, family structure, and patriarchal norms shape women’s experiences of empowerment.The findings suggest that SHGs contribute significantly to enhancing women’s economic participation and financial awareness by providing opportunities for savings, entrepreneurship, and livelihood generation. Participation in SHGs also strengthens women’s social capital through collective interaction, mutual support, and community engagement. However, the study highlights that empowerment is a complex and gradual process, as existing social inequalities and gender norms continue to influence women’s autonomy and access to resources. Economic participation alone does not completely transform gender relations; rather, SHGs create spaces where women negotiate traditional roles and gradually redefine their social identities.The study draws upon sociological perspectives, including Amartya Sen’s Capability Approach, Bourdieu’s concept of capital, and feminist approaches to empowerment, to understand SHGs as institutions of capability expansion and social change. The paper argues that SHGs should be viewed beyond microfinance initiatives and recognized as important instruments of gender transformation, collective agency, and rural social change. In the context of rural Varanasi, SHGs represent an evolving platform through which women participate in processes of economic development, social empowerment, and transformation of gender relations. | |
| 5 |
Author(s):
Anupriya Tanwar.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Law
Page No:
47-54 |
Revisiting the Sabarimala Debate: A Socio-Legal Evaluation of Justice Indu Malhotra’s DissentAbstractThe Sabarimala judgment sparked a controversial debate in Indian constitutional jurisprudence. In a country like India, where religious faith is deeply rooted in people's lives, this case highlighted the complex relationship between religious freedom, gender equality, and constitutional morality. In Indian Young Lawyers Association v. State of Kerala (2018), the Supreme Court, by a majority of 4:1, held that the exclusion of women between the ages of 10 and 50 from the Sabarimala Temple was unconstitutional. It allowed women of all age groups to enter the temple. Activists celebrated the judgment as a hallmark step towards equality. However, the followers of Lord Ayyappa, including many women, were disappointed, as they viewed it as a direct intervention in their right to religious autonomy and faith. Justice Indu Malhotra's dissenting opinion was particularly relevant in a country like India. She presented a contrasting vision of judicial restraint, religious autonomy, and the rights guaranteed under Articles 25 and 26 of the Indian Constitution. This paper critically examines Justice Malhotra's dissent and evaluates its contribution to the discourse on religious liberty and constitutional adjudication. The paper analyses the dissent and questions the extent of judicial intervention in matters of faith and the importance of respecting sincerely held religious beliefs. Further, it explains the history of the temple, the celibate nature of Lord Ayyappa, and the right of a religious denomination to preserve its essential practices. It examines whether a practice that does not violate public order, morality, or health should be subjected to judicial intervention at the instance of activists who have no association with the temple or its faith. The paper concludes that Justice Indu Malhotra's dissent offers an important constitutional perspective on religious autonomy and judicial restraint, emphasizing that sincerely held religious beliefs and denominational practices deserve constitutional protection unless they violate the constitutional limitations of public order, morality, or health. | |
| 6 |
Author(s):
Nazakat Hussain, Mohd. Saleem.
Country:
India
Research Area:
History
Page No:
55-60 |
Making Ancient Inks: Lampblack, Plant Saps, and the Technology of Long-Lasting Writing on Palm Leaves in Early India (c. 5th Century BCE – 12th Century CE)AbstractThis paper examines the ancient Indian technology of ink production for palm-leaf manuscripts, focusing on the chemical composition, traditional synthesis methods, and remarkable archival permanence of carbon-based inks made from lampblack (soot) and natural plant saps or gums. Long before the introduction of paper, early Indian scribes—primarily in South and eastern regions—developed a sophisticated system using finely divided carbon particles collected from the controlled incomplete combustion of vegetable oils (such as sesame or mustard) and resins, bound with mucilages and saps from plants like wood apple (Aegle marmelos), acacia, or bean/berry juices. These inks were specifically formulated for the unique incised writing technique on treated palm leaves (Borassus flabellifer or Corypha umbraculifera), where a metal stylus carved letters and the ink mixture was applied and wiped to fill the grooves permanently. Modern scientific analyses of surviving manuscripts confirm the predominance of pure lampblack with minimal metallic impurities, explaining the exceptional longevity of these records in tropical climates. The study argues that this technology reflects advanced empirical knowledge of colloid chemistry, adhesion, and material stability, optimized for knowledge preservation in pre-modern India. It fills a gap in Indian historiography of science by highlighting indigenous innovation in writing materials, distinct from later paper-based traditions or iron-gall inks of Europe and the Islamic world. The paper draws on textual references, ethnographic accounts, codicological evidence, and heritage-science studies to reconstruct the process and assess its contribution to the survival of ancient Indian knowledge systems. | |
| 7 |
Author(s):
Louis Atamja, Denghe Dermia.
Country:
Cameroon
Research Area:
Economics
Page No:
61-76 |
The Impact of Product Branding on Consumer Purchase Intention of UNVDA Rice Ndop, CameroonAbstractForeign brands equipped with sophisticated branding strategies, often overshadow local counterparts, leading consumers to prefer imported rice. As such, this paper seeks to investigate how different types of product branding (emotional, differentational and premium branding) influenced consumer purchase intention. Using a quota sampling technique, this study uses a structural equation modeling (SEM), to analyze the effect of product branding on consumer purchase intention of UNVDA Ndop rice. The findings reveals that apart from emotional branding, differentational and premium branding influence consumer purchase intention to varying degree. Differentiational branding had a positive and significant influence on consumer purchase intention of UNVDA Ndop rice, while premium branding had a positive and significant influence on consumer purchase intention. | |
| 8 |
Author(s):
Mitali Saikia.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Literature
Page No:
77-84 |
Psychoanalytical Perspective and Psychological Expressions of Characters in Mamoni Raisom Goswami’s Novel.AbstractThis paper examines the psychological depth in the novels of Dr. Mamoni Raisom Goswami (Indira Goswami) through the lens of Freudian psychoanalysis. Positioned as a pioneer of 'Psychological Realism' in 20th-century Assamese literature, Goswami’s works transcend social documentation to explore the intricate inner world of her characters — focusing on internal conflict, repressed desires, despair, and the clash between the conscious and unconscious mind. Objectives: The study aims to: 1) Identify Freudian elements of Id, Ego, and Super-Ego in Goswami’s novels; 2) Analyze repressed female desires within traditional patriarchal and Sattriya social systems and their psychological impact; and 3) Demonstrate how characters’ mental agony culminates in rebellion or self-destruction.Analysis: Using _Datal Hatir Uye Khowa Howda_ and _Neelkanthi Braja_ as key texts, the paper analyzes the tragic psychological complexity of characters like Durga and Saudamini. Durga’s life exemplifies the violent conflict between her natural 'Id' — youthful desire and attraction to Giridhari — and the oppressive 'Super-Ego' of Sattriya widow codes, leading to guilt complex, hysteria, and escapism through opium. Similarly, Saudamini’s sexual dissatisfaction and religious guilt reveal a fractured conscious-subconscious balance. The study also addresses how economic deprivation in _Chinnamastar Manuhuto_ and _Mamore Dhara Tarowal_ breeds unconscious resentment and existential crisis, and how 'Sublimation' allows characters like Shashi to channel pain into devotion or humanitarian service.*Conclusion:* Mamoni Raisom Goswami emerges as a 'pocket doctor' of the human mind, vividly portraying the silent cry and rebellion of women shackled by religious fanaticism and patriarchy. Her flawless depiction of the grey, turbulent inner psyche through Freudian frameworks gives her novels a timeless, universal dimension beyond their social context | |
| 9 |
Author(s):
Ahmad Zia Hamidi, Waheedullah Hemat, Ali Reza Rahmani.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Economics
Page No:
85-98 |
The Effect of Service Quality on Customer Satisfaction in Afghan Post: An Empirical Study Using the SERVQUAL ModelAbstractService quality has become an important factor in improving performance and customer satisfaction in public service organizations. Customer satisfaction is widely used to evaluate how well public organizations meet user expectations for efficient, reliable, and customer-oriented service delivery. This study investigates the effect of service quality on customer satisfaction in Afghan Post by applying the SERVQUAL model as a theoretical framework. Specifically, it examines the influence of five service quality dimensions: tangibility, reliability, responsiveness, assurance, and empathy on customer satisfaction. A quantitative approach was used and data were collected through structured questionnaires from Afghan Post customers in Kabul and selected central provinces. The collected data were analyzed using statistical techniques such as correlation and regression analysis to determine the relationship between service quality dimensions and customer satisfaction. The results show that service quality is positively associated with customer satisfaction. Among the five dimensions, responsiveness and empathy have the strongest impact, highlighting the importance of timely service and personal attention. Furthermore, reliability, assurance, and tangibility also show significant positive relationships with customer satisfaction by improving trust, service consistency, and customers’ overall perceptions of service quality. The study concludes that improving service quality can enhance customer satisfaction and improve organizational performance at Afghan Post. It recommends investing in employee training, improving operational processes, and adopting modern technologies, such as digital tracking systems, to enhance service efficiency and meet customer expectations. The findings offer valuable implications for postal service managers and policymakers seeking to improve public service delivery in Afghanistan. | |
| 10 |
Author(s):
Ms. Sonali Dwivedi, Dr. Shailja Rana, Mr. Saurabh Singh.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Psychology
Page No:
99-110 |
Role of Work Engagement in Mediating the Relationship between Women’s Perception of Glass Ceiling and Career Growth in IT companiesAbstractWorkplace environment plays a crucial role in an individual’s perception of his career growth. Although the proportion of women in the workforce has increased over the past few decades, it is uncertain whether their inclusion in the workforce has been fully accepted by all. Glass-ceiling is a hurdle obstructing women's progress to higher leadership or managerial positions due to misconceived perceptions about their unsuitability. The present study aimed to examine the impact of women’s perception of glass-ceiling and work engagement on their career growth using multiple regression analysis. It further examines the role of women’s work engagement as a mediator, influencing the relationship between perception of glass-ceiling and career growth using mediation analysis. Data was collected from 186 women working in IT companies using Elacqua et al.’s (2009) adapted perception of Glass-ceiling (Babic & Hansez, 2021), Career Growth Scale (Weng, McElroy, Morrow, & Liu, 2010) and UWES-9 (Schaufeli et al., 2006). Findings of multiple regression analysis show that the perception of the glass-ceiling and work engagement significantly predict career growth. Further, the mediation analysis revealed that work engagement partially mediates the relationship between the perception of the glass-ceiling and career growth. The findings have implications for organizations to promote an inclusive work culture and encourage a sense of vigor, dedication and absorption of female employees towards their work. | |
| 11 |
Author(s):
Ashwani Kumar, Rahul Kumar.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Political Science
Page No:
111-119 |
Assessing the Impact of the Myanmar Civil Conflict on India’s Northeast Border Security and Mizoram and Manipur DemographicsAbstractThe military coup in Myanmar on February 1, 2021, precipitated a civil conflict that has transformed into one of the most destabilizing crises in South and Southeast Asia. By 2026, the repercussions of this conflict have extended far beyond Myanmar's borders, profoundly affecting India's north-eastern states—particularly Mizoram and Manipur, which share a 1,643-kilometer porous border with Myanmar. This paper examines the multifaceted impact of the Myanmar civil conflict on India's Northeast border security and the demographic transformations occurring in Mizoram and Manipur. Drawing on policy documents, media reports, academic literature, and official statistics, the analysis reveals that the conflict has generated a complex humanitarian-security nexus characterized by large-scale refugee flows, ethnic tensions, cross-border criminal networks, and significant demographic shifts. The paper argues that the crisis has exposed fundamental weaknesses in India's border management framework, refugee policy, and federal coordination mechanisms. It further contends that the demographic changes unfolding in Mizoram and Manipur—driven by ethnic kinship ties and conflict-induced displacement—are reshaping the socio-political landscape of the region in ways that carry long-term implications for India's internal security, federal politics, and Act East Policy ambitions. The study concludes by recommending a differentiated, region-specific strategy that balances humanitarian obligations with security imperatives while addressing the underlying drivers of demographic anxiety and ethnic conflict. | |
| 12 |
Author(s):
Prof. Geetali Padiyar, Shagufta Parveen.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Sociology
Page No:
120-130 |
Socio-Economic Background, Religious Attitudes, and Rights Awareness among Muslim Women in Haridwar District, Uttarakhand: A Sociological AnalysisAbstractMuslim women constitute a significant part of Indian society with their lives being influenced by the interplay of gender, religion, education, class and access to constitutional rights. The present study deals with the socio-economic background, social life, educational status, religious attitude and rights awareness of the Muslim women of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand from the sociological point of view. The type of research used in this research is descriptive research with analytical approach, and secondary data technique is applied. The data were gathered during the Census of India 2011, District Census Handbook (DCB), Haridwar, National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) reports, minority welfare reports, policy documents, scholarly publications and other reliable sources. Data pertaining to education, occupation, family structure, marriage practices, religious orientation and awareness of constitutional rights were analysed using content analysis and thematic analysis. The findings show that Muslim women in Haridwar are still encountering several socio-economic problems like less literacy rate, less participation in the work force, poverty, lack of awareness of the legal and constitutional rights, and patriarchal family values. Social and cultural barriers, and educational deprivation, continue to be important factors that limit chances of social mobility and empowerment. But, the attitudes toward religion, gender roles and awareness about rights are gradually being changed by increased access to modern education, exposure to urban environment, welfare programs and interactions with public institutions. The study highlights education as the most important enabler of social change, confidence, mobility and engagement in family/community life. It finds that empowerment of the Muslim women can be achieved through an integrated approach ending with their educational empowerment, economic empowerment, social empowerment through community support and awareness making them more aware of constitutional rights and welfare provisions. | |
| 13 |
Author(s):
Dr. Prasanta Kumar Das.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Literature
Page No:
131-141 |
Assamese Folk Literature and Sustainable Cultural Development: A Critical StudyAbstractAbstract Folk literature is one of the most significant manifestations of a community’s collective consciousness, cultural memory, and traditional knowledge. It embodies the lived experiences, beliefs, customs, values, and worldview of a people, transmitted across generations through oral traditions. Assamese folk literature, enriched by the diverse ethnic and linguistic communities of Assam, represents a vital component of the region’s intangible cultural heritage. It includes folk songs, folktales, proverbs, riddles, ballads, myths, legends, and folk theatre, each reflecting the socio-cultural realities of Assamese society. In the contemporary era, characterized by globalization, urbanization, and technological advancement, traditional cultural forms face unprecedented challenges. The decline of oral traditions, changing lifestyles, and the growing influence of mass media has significantly affected the transmission of folk literature. Nevertheless, Assamese folk literature continues to demonstrate resilience through adaptation, documentation, educational integration, digital preservation, and community participation. This paper examines the nature, forms, characteristics, and cultural significance of Assamese folk literature while analyzing its role in sustainable cultural development. It argues that the preservation and revitalization of folk literature are essential not only for safeguarding cultural identity but also for promoting social cohesion, linguistic diversity, environmental awareness, and intergenerational knowledge transmission. The study concludes that sustainable development of Assamese folk literature requires collaborative efforts involving educational institutions, researchers, cultural organizations, governments, and local communities. | |
| 14 |
Author(s):
Prof. (Dr.) Shiv Kumar Dogra, Dr. Seema Thakur, Dr. Jeewan Jyoti, Ruby Chaudhary, Poonam Sharma.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Women’s Studies
Page No:
142-154 |
Age and Educational Qualification as Determinants of Women Entrepreneurship: A Comparative Study of Self-Help Group Members in Five Districts of Himachal PradeshAbstractSelf-Help Groups (SHGs) are very impactful in both developing the economy and achieving sustainable development through women’s entrepreneurship. This research examines the age and educational status of the women entrepreneurs of selected districts of Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi and Shimla of Himachal Pradesh. 2000 women entrepreneurs were the sample size. Data was analysed by frequency, percentage and chi square. The results indicated that most entrepreneurs (49%) were in the age group 36 to 45 years, while most (78.7%) have only attended up to High School. Results of the chi-square test illustrated a significant (p < 0.001) age (χ² = 71.758) and education (χ² = 152.334) district level differences. The study resulted that the small, medium, medium to advanced educated women of middle-age is the major driving force of women entrepreneurship in HP. The findings also highlight the need to give more opportunities to the younger and better-educated women to be involved in the entrepreneurial development of SHGs. | |
| 15 |
Author(s):
Abhishek Kumar, Prof. Dhrub Kumar.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Psychology
Page No:
155-165 |
Exploring the Contributions of Social Support, Locus of Control, and Sociodemographic Factors to Quality of Life in Older AdultsAbstractQuality of life (QOL) is influenced by a combination of psychosocial and sociodemographic factors. Understanding the relative contributions of social support, locus of control, and demographic characteristics is important for identifying determinants of well-being. This study examined the relationships among social support, locus of control, sociodemographic factors, and quality of life and evaluated their relative contributions to the prediction of overall quality of life. A cross-sectional correlational design was employed with 209 adult participants. Data were collected using a sociodemographic information sheet, the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support, a locus of control measure, and the WHOQOL-BREF. Descriptive statistics, Spearman’s rank-order correlations, and hierarchical multiple regression analyses were performed using IBM SPSS Statistics. Social support was positively associated with physical (rₛ = .227, p < .001), psychological (rₛ = .250, p < .001), social (rₛ = .320, p < .001), environmental (rₛ = .372, p < .001), and overall quality of life (rₛ = .375, p < .001). Locus of control was significantly associated only with social quality of life (rₛ = −.186, p < .01). Hierarchical regression analysis indicated that social support significantly improved the prediction model, explaining an additional 9.4% of the variance in quality of life. Social support emerged as the strongest positive predictor (β = .326, p < .001). Social support is an important factor that can influence quality of life just as much as sociodemographic factors. Social support network strengthening interventions can have a positive impact on social well-being and quality of life. | |
| 16 |
Author(s):
Mondeep Bailung, Ismapriya Bailung.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Philosophy
Page No:
166-172 |
Neo- Vaishnavite Movement and Assamese Society: Special Reference to SankardevaAbstractThe Assamese society is the assimilation and amalgamation of diverse culture, language, religion, customs and traditions evolving through different opportunities and challenges. From the pre- historic era, this land is the witness of numerous great leaders, who have been contributing for the rich Assamese culture, literature, art and heritage. Srimanta Sankardeva was a multifaceted genius of modern Assam. Through introducing Neo- Vaishnavite Movement in Assam, he tries to enrich the Assamese culture by dispelling the darkness of ignorance, cruel, intolerance, and prejudices that were prevalent at his time. Saktism and Tantrism dominated the socio-religious landscape of medieval Assam, and the results of these religious cults include intolerance, social hierarchy, untouchability, and the degrading of human dignity. By abolishing the social hindrances, he created different mechanisms for the acculturation and spiritual elevation of the various social groups, i.e., racial peace, and established the groundwork for brotherhood and a greater Assamese society. Regardless of caste, creed, class he revived the ethos, culture, society, and concept of Bor Asom, encompassing all multiethnic groups. Through this study, an attempt is made to highlight the socio- cultural background of mediaeval Assam. Another purpose of this paper is to analyse the role of Neo- Vaishnavite movement lead by Srimanta Sankardeva for the enrichment of society and culture of Bor Asom. | |
| 17 |
Author(s):
Dr. Saroj Kumar Nayak, Dr. Nirupama Nayak.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Education
Page No:
173-184 |
The Green Convergence: Interdisciplinary Synthesis of Environmental Sustainability in Odia Literature and the Principles of Green ChemistryAbstractThis comprehensive research article establishes a pioneering interdisciplinary dialogue between the qualitative, ethical frameworks of the humanities—specifically environmental sustainability as depicted in Odia literature—and the quantitative, operational systems of the hard sciences, represented by Green Chemistry. Historically, literature and chemical engineering have been treated as distinct fields. However, the escalating global ecological crisis necessitates a unified approach where cultural philosophy inspires ethical responsibility, and technical innovation delivers practical solutions. This paper evaluates how Odia literature, spanning from medieval Bhakti and Mahima spiritual poetry to modern post-colonial novels by Gopinath Mohanty, Pratibha Ray, and modern eco-poetry, champions an ecocentric worldview that rejects the exploitation of nature. Concurrently, it examines how Green Chemistry provides a practical framework to mitigate industrial pollution, reduce toxic waste, and optimize resource efficiency through its twelve fundamental principles. By establishing a conceptual bridge between the eco-ethics of regional Indian literature and the pragmatic goals of sustainable chemical design, this study outlines a comprehensive paradigm for environmental stewardship where humanistic values and molecular sciences work together toward an ecologically balanced future. | |
| 18 |
Author(s):
Dr. Vinay Kumar Verma.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Social Science
Page No:
185-191 |
Trends and Distributional Pattern of Sex Ratio in Sagar District of Madhya PradeshAbstractStudy of sex ratio is very important in the study of population related data of any country. Sex ratio is influenced by the socio-economic status, literacy, customs and religious ideas of any area and helps in expressing the status of women in the society. Low sex ratio increases female related crime while high sex ratio demonstrates gender equality. In the presented research paper, the trends of sex ratio in Sagar district have been studied. Sagar district is a major district and divisional headquarters located in the north-eastern part of the state. For the present study mainly secondary data has been used. According to 2011 census data, the sex ratio of the district is 893, which is lower than the state average of 931. The highest sex ratio in the district was 979 recorded in 1941, after which a declining trend is seen in the sex ratio. In the last two decades, the urban sex ratio was found to be higher than the rural sex ratio. | |
| 19 |
Author(s):
Uday Shankar Mishra.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Performing Arts
Page No:
192-199 |
The Untold Aspects of Banaras Baaj of Tabla and Its Hidden Relation with Various other Art FormsAbstractBanaras Gharana occupies a unique position in Indian classical music in which Gāyan (vocal music), Vādan (instrumental music & percussion), and Nritya (dance) are individually rich disciplines but are also closely interconnected through a common artistic philosophy. Further this interrelationship is particularly evident in this tradition because of the remarkable structural and rhythmic similarities between tabla, vocal music, and Kathak dance. For instance, a Banaras tabla solo traditionally begins with Uthān, a form that also marks the opening of a Kathak performance. Likewise, the gradual development found in Ālāp, Jor, and Jhālā in instrumental music such as sitar finds a parallel in the Banaras tabla repertoire through Aouchar, Badhat, and Rela, revealing a shared process of musical expansion and expression. Although these traditions are discussed individually, not much attention has been given to understand the hidden relationship. This study will aim to find and analyse the common principles and practices that connect the three disciplines within this tradition. Further this research will find out the integrated artistic system in which rhythm, melody, and gesticulations are influencing each other while preserving their individual identities. Further by applying qualitative methodology based on historical literature, ethnographic research, performance analysis, and the oral traditions of the Banaras Gharana the deep connections between Gāyan, Vādan, and Nritya in Banaras tradition can be understood in a better way ultimately promoting a more holistic understanding of the Banaras tradition. | |