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ASSESSMENT OF SOIL CHEMICAL PROPERTIES UNDER CULTIVATED SOILS IN SELECTED AREA OF DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH
Get PDFSpatial variability of soil chemical properties is critical for improving crops productivity and sustainable farming techniques. This study was conducted to determine chemical properties of soils in selected area of Department of Agricultural Research (DAR). The study area was located at the field of Department of Agricultural Research, which is located at Zayar Thiri Township, Nay Pyi Taw in Myanmar. A total of 235 soil samples were collected in a systematic grid design using geographical positioning system (GPS). Each grid was specified with the distance of 50 m × 50 m. Variables measured were soil pH, Electrical conductivity (EC), organic matter, total nitrogen, available phosphorus, available potassium, exchangeable calcium, exchangeable magnesium, exchangeable sodium and cation exchange capacity (CEC). Among the statistical results, exchangeable Mg showed the highest variability and soil pH showed the least variability with a coefficient of variation (CV) 69.37% and 8.40% and the values ranged from 0.24 cmolc kg-1 to 6.83 cmolc kg-1 and 4.82 to 7.53, respectively. The electrical conductivity with an average of 0.059 dS m-1 was obtained. The spatial distribution of cation exchange capacity ranged from 1.86 cmolc kg-1 to 12.82 cmolc kg-1. Low to high range of available phosphorus was observed between 1.95 mg kg-1 and 27.91 mg kg-1. The available potassium content in the selected area of DAR soils ranged between 10 mg kg-1 to 317 mg kg-1. Exchangeable calcium varied from 1.13 to 8.35 cmolc kg-1. The soil exchangeable sodium values of the selected area of DAR soil samples varied from 0.05 cmolc kg-1 to 0.69 cmolc kg-1. The pH of the soils was strongly acid to moderately alkaline and EC was non saline condition. The organic matter content found in the selected area varied from 0.33% to 20.85% and the variability of soil chemical properties existed largely due to the differences in management practices by the researchers, and therefore, the researchers should be encouraged to adopt organic matter improvement practices for improving the long-term storage of soil fertility level in crop production. The observed various spatial variability of soil properties that affected soil fertility would provide the information of effective management and decisions making for crop cultivation in Department of Agricultural Research
ROLE OF FINANCIAL ADVISORS IN SHAPING RETAIL INVESTORS INVESTMENT PERCEPTIONS
Get PDFFinancial advisors are crucial while making investing decisions. The study reveals that investors require knowledgeable and skilled financial advisors to help them manage the risk of their investments advise them on how to capitalize on market volatility, and recommend strategies for post-retirement, family responsibilities such as children's education and marriage, and age-related health issues. When hiring financial advisers, investors take into account a number of issues, including the fees that are charged, the services that are provided, and the advisors' adherence to ethical standards. The investors are given a structured questionnaire to complete in order to gather the data needed for the study. The study uses a descriptive research design. The study indicates that the investors expects that the financial advisor should discuss the risk & return associated with investments, should recommend good product, keep personal information safe and solve queries & doubts on time
UNVEILING WOMEN'S VOICES IN ASSAMESE FOLKLORE: A STUDY OF GENDER DYNAMICS AND RESISTANCE
Get PDFThe focus of this paper is on the representation of women's voices in Assamese folklore. The status of women in society demonstrates how gender equality is reflected in all aspects of life. The struggles of women are attempted to be portrayed through Goalpariya Lokgeet, Jeng Bihu, and Biyanam. How Assamese women's resistance and hardships are reflected in folk songs. This paper tries to emphasize how folklore portrays their experience, identity, role, and problems. Lastly, it considers how important it is to raise women's voices to comprehend gender dynamics and resistance
CONSUMER PREFERENCES AND BUYING PATTERNS FOR WHITE DURABLE GOODS IN HARYANA
Get PDFThis study investigates consumer preferences and buying patterns for white durable goods in Haryana, focusing on demographic influences. Employing a descriptive cum exploratory research design, data from 120 consumers were collected via structured questionnaires, supplemented by secondary sources for context. SPSS software facilitated data analysis, including Frequency Analysis, ANOVA, and T-Tests. Findings reveal significant impacts of gender, age, and educational qualifications on consumer decisions. Gender influences preferences decisively, while age groups exhibit distinct buying behaviors. Educational qualifications also shape preferences significantly. These results reject null hypotheses for gender, age, and education, highlighting their pivotal roles in consumer behavior. Such insights are crucial for marketers and policymakers in tailoring effective strategies for the white durable goods market in Haryana, emphasizing the importance of demographic considerations in influencing consumer choices
LIBRARIES AS CATALYSTS FOR SOCIAL CHANGE: EMPOWERING MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES IN INDIA
Get PDFLibraries have been accredited as knowledge and power centers, spanning social, economic, and educational divides. In the context of Indian society, libraries are assumed to be helpful in uplifting the weaker sections of the society, particularly Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Minority Communities (Kalyani, 2021). This is because these marginalized groups are bound to encounter systematic problems, such as deficiencies in quality education, information, and opportunities (Rao, 2020). They are centers for learning and development, literature, and thought that are open to the public with welcome and comradery for all. This source provides a way of accessing works, electronically based information, and training that is suitable for these populations (Nayar, 2019). For instance, the Digital Library program for the Marginalized has indeed helped reach out to tribals and others in far-flung areas. It has increased the availability of educational material in regional languages (Kumar, 2018). Likewise, the specialized library programs in the urban slum and rural areas involving SC and minority communities included skill enhancement, awareness, career, and vocational training (SET) workshops, employment workshops, women’s development, empowerment, and more. This has enhanced literacy levels, employment, and socioeconomic status for the people. Thus, by equalizing access to knowledge and information, libraries significantly transform the social setting by serving the ‘weaker’ sections of society and facilitating the development of the country and society in general (Bhatt, 2022). This abstract intends to focus on Libraries and their role in uplifting such sections of society in India, particularly concerning literacy, online access, and social justice. The full paper will provide more details on these themes as it will describe some of the ongoing practices in detail, examine current efforts, and provide strategic suggestions to enhance libraries impacting empowered SC, ST, and minority communities across the country
INFLUENCE ON DIFFERENT RATES OF NITROGEN AND POTASSIU FERTILIZERS APPLICATION ON YIELD AND YIELD CONTRIBUTING CHARACTERS OF RICE (Oryza sativa L.)
Get PDFTo evaluate the effect of different rates of nitrogen and potassium fertilizers on yield and yield contributing characters of rice and to compare the effect of N and K balanced fertilization on the growth and yield of rice production. The pot and field experiments were conducted at Yezin Agricultural University farm, Zeyarthiri Township, Nay Pyi Taw in the dry and wet season of 2022-23. Using T1 (control),T2(86 kg N ha-1+ 92 kg K ha-1),T3(86 kg N ha-1+ 46 kg K ha-1),T4(46 kg N ha-1+ 92 kg K ha-1 ), T5 (46 kg N ha-1+ 92 kg K ha-1),T6(129 kg N ha-1+92 kg K ha-1),T7(129 kg N ha-1+46 kg K ha-1) in seven treatments with three replications included in the experiment using a randomized complete block design (RCBD). According to the experimental results, different applications of N and K had significant effects on plant height, number of tillers, number of panicles, panicle length, number of spikelets and grain yield and revealed significant differences in grain yield in response to N and K applications. These findings found that combined different applications of N and K gave the highest grain yield from T6 (45.2 g plant-1) in dry season (pot experiment) and (6.2 t ha-1) in wet season (field experiment)), which statistically from all other N and K differed application treatments. Based on the results, the combined effect of N and K fertilizer treatments gave a higher grain yield, an increased yield percentage, and better growth performance. Therefore, the combined use of N and K fertilizer treatments gave higher grain yield, yield increase percentage and better growth performance
WOMEN BUYING BEHAVIOR TOWARDS ONLINE SHOPPING AMONG RURAL AND URBAN CUSTOMERS
Get PDFThis study investigates the buying behavior of women towards online shopping, specifically comparing rural and urban customers. A comprehensive literature review was conducted to understand the factors influencing women's online shopping choices. Various studies explored demographics, digital literacy, trust and security concerns, and social influences affecting consumer preferences. The research aimed to bridge gaps in the existing literature. The results highlighted significant differences between rural and urban women, emphasizing factors like price sensitivity, digital literacy, and trust issues as crucial determinants of online shopping behavior. Insights from this study contribute to a deeper understanding of the nuanced dynamics shaping women's online purchasing decisions, providing valuable implications for businesses and policymakers seeking to tailor their strategies to diverse consumer segments
जशपुर रियासत का ऐतिहासिक अध्ययन
No full textभारत में ब्रिटिश अधीनता के समय अनेक देशी रियासते थीं। इन रियासतों की विदेश नीति ब्रिटिश साम्राज्य के अधीन थी परंतु गृह नीति पर राजा का एकाधिकार था। यह एकाधिकार नाम मात्र का था क्योंकि इन देशी रियासतों को सदैव इस बात का डर रहता था कि कब ब्रिटिश साम्राज्य इन देशी रियासतों का विलय कर दे या रियासत के राजा को अपदस्थ कर किसी और को राजा न बना दे। इसके बावजूद भारत में आजादी के समय तक 562 रियासतें थी। मध्यप्रांत में ही 14 रियासत मौजूद थी। इन रियासतों में मध्यप्रांत के उत्तर पूर्व में स्थित जशपुर रियासत अपनी भौगोलिक परिस्थितियों व सामरिक दृष्टि से महत्वपूर्ण रियासत थी। जशपुर रियासत अपनी जनजातीय संस्कृति, रियासत कालीन प्रशासन व ईसाई मिशनरियों के द्वारा किये गए कार्यों के कारण क्षेत्रीय इतिहास में अपना विशिष्ट स्थान रखता है
OVERCOMING STRESS: YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Get PDFThe Constitution of India in Article 21 – A makes provision for free and compulsory education of all children in the age group of six to fourteen years as a Fundamental Right. Basic education is the right of every young citizen. The youth is the backbone of an economy. It is their duty to help a nation grow. It has been observed that with the advance in technology there is also an increase in the pressure to perform hence there is a rise in the instability of our young minds. The youth find it difficult to cope with extreme challenge and stands vulnerable to self-harm. This is especially true for developing economies. In such a precarious situation the education system has to step in to find measures how to curb the problem. The paper here identifies the problem and makes an attempt to use education as a means to address the problem
ASSESSMENT OF FARMERS’ FERTILIZER MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND CROPPING PATTERNS IN TATKON TOWNSHIP, NAY PYI TAW UNION TERRITORY, MYANMAR
Get PDFFace-to-face interviews (n = 48) were conducted at Kin Mun Tan village tract in Tatkon Township, Nay Pyi Taw Union territory, Myanmar to identify current status of cropping patterns in their farmland and to assess the currently used fertilizer management practices in the study area. Survey data indicated that there were twenty-four cropping practices and it could be categorized as three cropping patterns; double rice (38%), maize based (28%) and sunflower based (34%). In maize and sunflower based cropping patterns, farmers used to grow rotating with other crops such as chickpea, chili, cabbage, onion, parsley, spinach, tomato, watermelon, cotton and banana depending on the market demand. In the fertilizer management practices, they used to apply organic manure, compound, urea, T-super (Triple super phosphorus) and foliar fertilizers. The greater portion of respondents (81%) used organic manure with the average application rate of 4.82 cart per hector (2.42ton ha−1) per year. The highest number of respondent (79%) used compound fertilizers, 85% used urea fertilizer, 2% used T-super and 69% used foliar fertilizers depending on cropping patterns. Concerned with soil fertility status, half of respondents answered that their farm had good fertility status without testing their soils. There were 94% of study area without soil test. It indicated that the study area was necessary to conduct soil analyses to improve soil fertility status. In summary, farm size, compound fertilizer usage, foliar application and year of fertilizer application were depending on diversified cropping patterns. Especially, a cropping pattern including pulses would be assessed with much application of foliar fertilizers