SOUTH INDIA JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
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Dilemmas of Trishanku
Get PDFThis is an interesting account of our contemporary society that is plagued with several contradictions depicted in the puranic mould. Taking the puranic character of how Trishanku was hanging in the air belonging neither here nor there, the author narrated important events and socio-economic processes that keep artisans of certain castes as displaced persons while upper castes make suitable adjustments for upward mobility. The author has identified the Three Cs, corruption, casteism and communalism as disturbing trends that tear apart present-day Indian society. He has aspired that the three Ds, development, democracy and diversity might tackle them. Using Emic and Etic approaches, the author explains his participant observations for the benefit of the perceptible reader. Around 300 pages book is reasonably priced
Art and Architecture in Bhadarwah Region of Jammu and Kashmir
Get PDFThe region of Bhadarwah (Happy Region) is called ‘Nag Bhoomi’ or the land of Nagas. The Bhadarwah region is bound to the Hindu religion and there is also the assimilation and acculturation of the Naga culture. The shawl manufacture, carved combs, and the schools of painting and preserving the hay are present in its culture. The entire Hindu population of Bhadarwah believes in Nag worship. Several temples of Basak (Vasuki) Nag were built in vernacular style in and around Bhadarwah. The Naga shrines are constructed with a square chamber built of layers of stones with wooden beams surrounded by a verandah and covered with a conical wooden roof. The architectural style in the hilly regions is Shikhara style built in wood or concrete, depending upon the raw material available. The baoli (tank or pond) art and architecture represent the ancient practice in Bhadarwah. A beautiful black stone moustachioed crocodile-mouthed hose in Gandharan style is present in Sungli baoli. The idols and the hose are a great artistic skill which is the representation of stonework. Temples and stone idols around the spring provide sanctity so that they are not polluted. The Kud or Kodd is a folk dance performed in the worship of Vasuki Nag. The Gupta Ganga cave inscription is associated with Pandavas, Buddhists, Saivites, and Puranic Hinduism. The haystack is unique to this region resembling the Vimana of the temple. The existence of Brahmi inscription points out the rule of Kushanas, Sakas and Khaks.
Unveiling Divorce Trends in Kerala: Inferences from Family Courts
Get PDFThe study analyses the Kerala's changing divorce scenario, positioning the state as an expanding divorce capital in India, supported by year wise statistics data collected from 28 Family Courts covering the time frame of 2016 to 2022, data collected under the Right to Information Act-2005. The study explores into community-wise divorce trends, examining data on an annual basis. The findings reveal a notable average of 75 divorce petitions filed daily in Kerala, showing a considerable increase in the divorce rate. Furthermore, a careful analysis of divorce statistics unique to each community reveals a steadily rising trend in divorce rates throughout different religious communities. Essentially, the data shows a significant and increasing trend in divorce rates within the state of Kerala. This paper offers valuable insights into the socio-legal dynamics shaping the divorce in the region of Kerala premise
The Speculative Memory: Contextualising Memory in Speculative Fiction
Get PDFMemory, in literature and media, has been employed to analyse human conduct, interpersonal relationships, the historical past, and societal developments. It has, thus, emerged as one of the most important tools to trace and monitor the progression of the human condition. Memory has been utilised as a theme, a plot device, a foundational element, and much more to further the narrative of a story. Additionally, the speculative fiction genre strives to advance memory studies through its various works. Speculative worlds—at the intersection of race, gender, class, sexuality, and other similar social categories—portray complex systems of oppression and marginalisation. Analysing these systems through memory studies aids in a finer understanding of human notions of trauma, identity, belonging, history, and many more. This article explores how memory and speculative fiction intersect throughout literature, films, and television to understand how memory studies have shaped the genre discourse
Effect of Plyometric Training on Selected Physical Variables among Men Football Players
Get PDFThe purpose of this study was to effect of plyometric training on selected physical variables among men football players. To achieve the purpose of the study taken (N=30) men football players from Vadakudi football club and Veylangudi football club Karaikudi. The selection of Variables is Cardio- Respiratory Endurance and Explosive Power. The subject's age ranged from 19 to 24 years. The selected subject was divided into two equal groups each group fifteen (N=15) subject, Group –I Plyometric Training Group and Group –II Control Group. The Plyometric Training Group was treated with their respective training for one and a half hours per day weekly three days for eight weeks. Statistical Technique was used paired sample‘t’ test cell mean differences. The level of significance was fixed at a 0.05 level of confidence for all the cases
Traditional Childbirth Practices and Belief System Among the Sumi Nagas of Nagaland: A Sociological Exploration
Get PDFThis study explores the cultural beliefs and practices related to pregnancy among the Sumi women of Nagaland, emphasizing the complex relationship between traditional customs and maternal health. It highlights various practices, including dietary restrictions, rituals, and the role of prayer, which significantly shape the pregnancy experience. While customs such as abdominal massage and specific food prohibitions stem from cultural heritage, their lack of scientific support raises concerns about potential health risks for mothers and infants. The findings also reveal that societal expectations often compel women to engage in strenuous activities shortly after childbirth, impeding their recovery process. Additionally, the community’s reliance on spiritual beliefs underscores a quest for divine intervention in health matters. Although traditional birth attendants provide vital maternal care, their practices may not align with modern medical standards, posing risks to maternal and child health. This study advocates for integrating cultural sensitivity into contemporary maternity care, promoting a holistic approach that combines traditional wisdom with evidence-based practices. By doing so, the research seeks to improve maternal health outcomes and the overall well-being of mothers and children within the Sumi community.
Agents Of Ancient Globalization: Merchants, Priests, And Rulers in The India-Egypt Cultural Nexus (3RD BCE - 3RD CE)
Get PDFThis research investigates how traders, religious figures, and monarchs acted as catalysts for early globalization, focusing on cultural interactions between India and Egypt from 300 BCE to 300 CE. By comparing archaeological findings and written records, we explore the distinct contributions of these three groups to intercultural exchange. Our analysis shows that commercial actors primarily enabled the exchange of goods, establishing commercial networks and expatriate settlements while sharing practical expertise. Religious leaders were crucial in transmitting spiritual and philosophical concepts, promoting ideological exchange and founding faith-based communities abroad. Governmental authorities played a vital part in officially recognizing and supporting these exchanges through diplomatic ties and sponsorship of cross-cultural endeavours. Our results indicate that the interaction among these actors generated a multifaceted system of cultural dissemination, challenging overly simplistic interpretations of ancient globalization. Merchants' endeavours paved the way for economic connectivity, while religious figures facilitated the exchange of intellectual and spiritual ideas. The involvement of rulers often shaped the magnitude and trajectory of these interactions. This investigation enhances our comprehension of early cross-cultural encounters by emphasizing the diverse nature of ancient globalization processes and the unique yet interrelated roles of various social groups in fostering cultural exchange between these two ancient civilizations
Statistical Discrimination and Work-Place Productivity: A Case Study of The Textile Industry in Ludhiana (Punjab)
Get PDFThe absence of economic growth benefits trickling down widens social and economic disparities, prompting out-migration among low-income groups. However, a diverse workforce at the source of migration also raises the likelihood of workplace discrimination. The present study examines the existence of productivity-induced statistically discriminatory hiring practices in the textile industry of Ludhiana city, Punjab, during August 2021. 11 per cent of the sampled firms offer wage advantages to immigrant workers, supplemented by perks like accommodation and extended leaves. Statistical models and tests confirm employer bias towards immigrant workers. This preference reflects immigrant efficiency and various factors like labour shortages and resistance to new techniques by Punjabi workers. Despite claims of providing welfare perks, employee unions report exploitation. The study predicts three potential futures: capitalist exploitation, bilateral monopoly, or local labour competence. Policymakers must ensure social security for vulnerable workers and adopt a bottom-up welfare approach to enhance industry welfare and efficiency
Quantifying Authority: Exploring Embodied Authority Among Indian Army Officers' Wives
Get PDFEmerging from societal views, particularly those unfamiliar with the Indian Army community. This study aims to deconstruct prevailing misconceptions surrounding the perceived passivity of Army wives. Drawing from diverse sources, including personal experiences, academic inquiries, and newspaper insights, it illustrates how the rank of a spouse can serve to empower wives within the community. Employing a quantitative approach through an online survey response acquired from 31 participants, the study evaluates wives' perception of embodied authority. Embodied authority emphasizes its derivation from the physical presence, actions, and demeanor. Findings suggest a positive association between spouse rank, their exercised authority, and wives' sense of empowerment. Recognizing limitations such as self-reporting bias and limited sample size, the study emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and amplifying the roles of Army wives. Recommendations include utilizing social media to highlight their contributions, leveraging technology to dispel myths, and promoting proactive support-seeking behaviors within the community. Additionally, advocating for future contextual research in this field is deemed crucial for a comprehensive understanding of Army wives' roles in Indian society.
Unveiling the Margins: A Subaltern Analysis of Dalit Muslim Identity in the literature
Get PDF: Dalit literature has served as a crucial forum for the writers, poets and scholars to challenge the negative perceptions and discriminatory praxis that has surrounded the Dalits in India. The issues which Dalit literature raises is not only the depiction of agony, suffering and oppression but also the invocation of self-respect and equal status in the society. Since it has evolved, it has dealt predominantly on Hindu caste as Hinduism explicitly allows discrimination on the basis of castes. Although the equivalences of Hindu caste system is found in the practices of Muslim community in India, Islam does not approve casteism. Hence, there is a significant denial on the discussion of the Dalit Muslims in the academic horizon. Therefore, the paper attempts to bring the Dalit Muslim discourse into the mainstream literature by close reading select literary texts: Shaik Yousuf Baba’s Marfa (2000) and Vegetarian Only (2017), Khaja’s Roots (2007) and Kavi Yakoob’s Avval Kalima, Let us Speak Out, Who Am I? and Conspiracy (2014). Further by deploying the theoretical postulates of Limbale and Spivak, this essay explores how are the poets asserting their Dalit Muslim Identity through literature? And how by the usage of their style of writing Telugurdu construct their new Dalit Muslim identity? Thus, demanding their recognition and separate need within the Indian Muslim community