SOUTH INDIA JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
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Financial Literacy, Well-Being, and the Moderating Role of Caste-Based Discrimination on Marginalized Women
Get PDFThis study investigates the relationship between financial literacy and financial well-being among marginalized women, focusing on the moderating role of caste-based discrimination. Despite affirmative action programs in India, caste-based inequalities persist, impacting access to resources and economic opportunities. Data from 404 Scheduled Caste women in Karnataka’s Koppal district, an underbanked region, were analyzed using structural equation modelling (Smart PLS). The findings reveal a significant positive relationship between financial literacy and financial well-being, indicating that financial literacy enhances financial stability, security, and informed decision-making among scheduled caste women. However, caste-based discrimination negatively affects financial well-being and moderates the FL-FW relationship, reducing the benefits of financial literacy in promoting well-being. This highlights systemic barriers that limit marginalized women’s ability to achieve financial empowerment. This research contributes to the discourse on social equity and economic empowerment, emphasizing the intersection of financial literacy, well-being, caste, and gender. It underscores the necessity of addressing systemic barriers to ensure financial literacy initiatives benefit marginalized communities effectivel
Land Use Effects on Climate Change and Role of Social Capital in The Context of Cyclone Ockhi in Kerala
Get PDFLand use changes have made Kerala State extremely vulnerable to natural calamities and shifting climatic dynamics. Landslides and floods are the State's most frequent natural disasters. An initial assessment indicates that the State's coastal regions, especially South Kerala, have seen changes in land usage, which has led to climate change and increased susceptibility to cyclones and other natural catastrophes. The coastal community's social networking with other communities is too poor, which is likely the reason they are having a difficult time recovering after storm Ockhi in 2017. As a result, post-disaster rescue and relief efforts in Thiruvananthapuram indicate that there is likely uneven social capital distribution among various demographic and spatial/regional groupings, which has a negative impact on how victim's post-disaster demands are met. Therefore, this study uses satellite imagery and maps to investigate how land use and land cover affect climate change in the Ockhi-affected areas of the Thiruvananthapuram district. Using a primary survey conducted in two villages in Kerala hit by Cyclone Ockhi, it also examines the spatial distribution of social capital and how well it works in allocating relief aid to the victims. The findings indicate a notable shift in the land cover and land use in the Thiruvananthapuram district's coastal region between 2000 and 2018. Furthermore, the inability of the government to help fishermen develop resilience demonstrates a distinct spatial distribution of social capital between coastal communities and other groups. Thus, it appears that social capital is essential throughout the natural catastrophe restoration phase
An Analysis of Revealed Comparative Advantage of India with China, USA and Saudi Arabia in Chemical Sector
Get PDFThe chemical sector plays a significant role in the manufacturing sector of India. The present study made an attempt to examine the trade pattern in the chemical sector using Balassa Index, Spearman Rank Correlation (SRC) and Pearson coefficient. It reveals that India has a competitive relationship with China, USA and Saudi Arabia in global chemicals and chemical products market, has better position than China and Saudi Arabia in terms of comparative advantageous subsectors of chemical sector in global market. SRC analysis indicates marginal structural changes within nation between time period 2000, 2010 and 2022, confirmed by Pearson coefficient. The present analysis identifies the untapped trade potential in sub-sectors of the chemical sector. Hence, these findings have great relevance for formulating the trade policy as it provides valuable insights related to trade potential and the trade patterns in chemicals and chemical products
Developing Brand Trust and Loyalty in E-Commerce: Examining the Role of Service Quality, Website Quality, and Reliability Using SEM
Get PDFCustomer loyalty is a critical aspect of any company. Online purchasing is now fast catching up with traditional shopping. Several elements contribute to customer loyalty, such as building confidence in a brand or a certain product. The purpose of this study is to study role of service quality, website quality, and reliability in developing brand trust in online shopping and to study the relationship between brand trust and Loyalty. The primary data were collected through the structured questionnaire from the respondents which consists of 248 online shoppers across Kerala. Structural Equation Modeling was used to test the hypotheses. The study results that service quality, website quality, and reliability all contribute to online shoppers' trust in e-commerce firms and play a big part in converting them into loyal customer
Theories of Democracy and Democratisation Process: A Study of Telangana Movement in India
Get PDFDemocracy and democrisation process play a vital role in the development of inclusive society where all individuals are equal and share common democratic values. If there are inequalities based on race, class, region, religion, sex and ethnicity, they could be resolved through constitutional procedures and state mechanisms. The question of rights, justice, equality could be upheld not merely by the state but also non state actors, non-party formations. To understand these critical dimensions, there are theories of democracy in the domain of social sciences and liberal arts such as participatory, deliberative, elite, cosmopolitan. Since the article emphasises on democratisation and democratisation process, it is an attempt to understand the theories of democracy i.e., deliberative, participatory and elitist explicitly. To understand theories and the process of democratisation, article try to evaluate the Telangana separate state movement in India demanded for separate state within Indian federal structure. In fact, it has been successful in achieving separate Telangana state as 29th state of Indian Union. This case, certainly support in understanding the formal and substantial democracy as not only political parties involved in democratic deliberations but other stakeholders like social activists, students, women, employees and cultural groups mostly from subaltern sections. Based on this case and understanding theories of democracy, this article proposes to argue that participatory and deliberative democracy theories deepen democratic culture, uphold inclusive development and educative function. It further tends argue that elite democracy, in fact, does not compete with participatory and deliberative democracy. This proposition is proved in Telangana state movement as it transformed formal democracy into substantial democracy in Indi
Tourism Destination Development Plan – A Study of Cheyyur Region as Transit Hub in Tamilnadu
Get PDFTourism industry is the largest and fastest growing industry in the world. Its contribution towards economic growth is tremendous. Realising its growing importance in generating employment and its increasing contributions towards GDP, Indian government has introduced schemes like PRASHAD, Swadesh Darshan, SAATHI, Dekho Apna Desh and NIDHI. The Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation is introducing new programmes for destination development in Tamil Nadu, especially rural tourism destinations which will strengthen the economy of the rural areas in Tamil Nadu, Cheyyur, an enchanting village in Chengalpattu district, is about 100 kilometers from Chennai. Cheyyur is noted for its rich heritage and culture, with potential for high-level community-based tourism in the area. Given its proximity close to both Mamallapuram to the east and Pondicherry to the west, this area may be developed as a transit tourist attraction bridging the two cities. The objective of the study is to find the tourism potentials of Cheyyur region and to understand opportunities and challenges in developing Cheyyur region as a sustainable and responsible transit tourist destination. The concluding section offers suggestions on how to leverage the opportunities to overcome the challenges in developing Cheyyur region as a transit tourist destination
Status of Pre-primary Education in Thoubal District, Manipur: An Analytical Study
Get PDFEarly childhood education (ECE) is critical for children's cognitive and social development. This study analytically examines the status of pre-primary education in Thoubal district, Manipur, focusing on school registration, teacher demographics, qualifications, and experience. A descriptive survey method was employed, utilizing a sample of 290 teachers from 60 pre-primary schools. Findings revealed that 78.3% of schools are registered, adhering to basic norms, but 21.7% operate without regulatory standards. Most teachers (66.6%) are located in rural areas. The workforce is predominantly young (72.1% below 30) and female (85.5%). While the majority are graduates (84.1%), 23.1% lack professional qualifications, with only 1.0% having specific ECCE training. Furthermore, 52.4% have less than 5 years of experience. These findings align with national reports on untrained educators. The study underscores the urgent need for structured teacher training, strengthened regulatory oversight, and enhanced institutional support to align local educational practices with established ECCE standards
Consumer Decision-Making in Thrift Shops: A Behavioural Economic Analysis of Second-Hand Cloth Shopping
Get PDFConsumer behaviour now prioritizes sustainability because thrift shopping has become a substitute for fast fashion. This article examines the behavioural economic principles which determine consumer buying behaviour at thrift stores by studying the economic characteristics of samples collected from Ernakulam district in Kerala. The research uses primary data by interviewing people and performing statistical analyses which contain correlation tests and the Sustainable Consumption Score (SCS). Research outcomes show that both socio-economic variables and ethical awareness levels strongly affect consumer decisions. This article show how social stigma is fading and environmental concern is increasing by education and awareness. The findings highlight which behavioural economic principles are working behind the behavioural shift behind the growth of second hand cloth shopping boom
Casual Linkages Between India’s Economic Growth, Exports, and Foreign Direct Investment After the Liberalisation
Get PDFThe present study analyses the relationship between Gross Domestic Product (LNGDP) per capita, exports, and Foreign Direct Investment (LNFDI) of India after the liberalization period from 1991 to 2022. Analysis is done on short- and long-term relation. The cointegration test Johansen employed for this study of long run equilibrium relationship among India’s economic growth/LNGDP per capita, LNEXPORTS of goods and services, and LNFDI. The test shows economic growth/LNGDP, LNEXPORT, and LNFDI are displaying long-run relationships and all moving in tandem throughout time. Changes in LNGDP per capita have a major short-term impact on LNFDI growth. Exports and foreign direct investment do not Granger-cause short-term fluctuations in LNGDP per capita. Additionally, LNFDI and LNGDP per capita have unidirectional Granger causality
Unveiling the Literary Journey: Mapping the Development of Santali Literature from 1867 to 2021
Get PDFAdivasi or Tribal literature in India possesses a rich and profound history, evolving into a dynamic and influential medium of cultural expression. While these literatures are frequently associated with ancient texts and myths, it also represents a dynamic and evolving form of literature, continually shaped by the community's changing realities. The Santali literature too plays a vital role in reflecting the culture, heritage, and unique worldview of the Santali people. Despite its rich and varied literary heritage, much of Santali literature remains either undocumented or poorly indexed, preventing its full integration into mainstream literary studies. This lack of comprehensive documentation limits the broader understanding of Santali culture and its potential contributions to academic and cultural discussions. So, the main aim of this study is to explore and map the bibliometric data available on Santali literature since 1867-2021 available from multiple databases. The findings reveal a marked increase in literary output post- independence, with Indian scholars contributing extensively to research focused on historical, anthropological, social, and cultural dimensions. The study identifies key thematic progressions, including historical and anthropological theme, social and cultural themes, indigenous knowledge systems and developmental themes, indicating a broadening of focus within the literature. On the broader note the study emphasizes the need for a more nuanced, inclusive approach to documenting and disseminating Santali literary works, which could enrich both regional and national literary landscapes.