SOUTH INDIA JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
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Echoes Of Resilience: The Cultural Influence of Migrant Narratives In ‘Marubhoomiyile Marujeevithangal’
Get PDFThe article explores the multifaceted nature of emigration, focusing on the experiences of Malayali migrants through the lens of Dr. Deepesh Karimpunkal’s memoir, ‘Marubhoomiyile Marujeevithangal’ (Life in the Desert). Emigration, historically rooted in the human condition, has evolved into a significant phenomenon driven by various factors such as economic opportunities, social advancement, and the pursuit of refuge. The concept of expatriation is examined alongside theories of migration, including E.J. Ravenstein’s Laws of Migration and Everett S. Lee’s Push and Pull Theory, which highlight the motivations behind individuals leaving their homelands. The narrative of Amanulla, the memoir’s protagonist, illustrates the emotional complexities of nostalgia and homesickness, emphasizing how memories of home shape the identity of migrants. The article underscores the role of literature in articulating the challenges and triumphs of the migrant experience, revealing the profound impact of human connection and friendship amidst displacement. Ultimately, it advocates for a greater understanding of migration’s significance in contemporary society and the resilience of individuals navigating the challenges of their journeys while maintaining ties to their cultural roots
Exploring The Knowledge, Attitude, And Practice (KAP) Among Youth Towards Circular Economy Practices in Lucknow
Get PDFThe Circular Economy (CE) has emerged as a significant sustainable alternative to the conventional linear economic model, particularly in consumer electronics, which faces escalating challenges of e-waste due to rapid technological advancements. This study examines the Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) of youth in Lucknow, aged 18 to 26, towards CE principles in consumer electronics based on an exploratory survey design with a sample of 400 university students. This research utilises a self-developed structured questionnaire and incorporates quantitative analyses such as reliability, frequency, factor, and chi-square tests. The findings reveal that knowledge factors included awareness of circular economy concepts (44.5% variance) and local recycling processes. Attitudes were shaped by beliefs in product longevity and willingness to support recycling policies. Practices were influenced by eco-friendly disposal and regular repairs (68.7% variance). Demographics, particularly age, gender, and education, significantly impacted knowledge and attitudes, while university type showed no significant effect on practices. The results indicate that fostering an understanding of CE can shape positive attitudes and encourage responsible behaviours among youth, thus promoting more sustainable e-waste management and facilitating the shift toward CE. This research contributes to the current body of literature by emphasising the critical role of youth in shaping sustainable practices. It informs policymakers about the necessary strategies to effectively promote CE principles in Lucknow's consumer electronics sector for better environmental outcomes, ultimately benefiting consumers and the community
Impact Of Inculcating Financial Discipline Among MSMEs: Special Focus On Key Areas Of Gujrat And Rajasthan
Get PDFIn the pavement towards development , MSME sector has proven to be a major contributor in India with contribution towards GDP being upto 30% and contribution to Indian export upto 48% which marks the significance of MSME. Despite being such a major contributor to uplift the economy it still needs impetus for meeting financial requirements of working capital for day to day business and long term loans for building capital assets. They also lack financial discipline of working effectively unlike large corporates giants because of which they are not able to work proficiently. Among MSMEs maximum are Micro sectors which are present more in remote areas and lack financial discipline leading to lower bank support and quick mortality of the unit. Hence research on key aspects financial discipline among MSMEs is very much relevant in today’s scenario. Popularization of organized working capital loans from Banks/FIs and lower dependency on unsecured loans from market and credit period from raw material providers is one of such aspects because of lower interest rates and better operating cycle assessments at bank prior to lending. Switching to higher business models also poses to be a solution of arranging internal capital funds to run the business to lower financial leverage position and dependency on external sources on the cost of higher pricing. Further other means like encouragement on minimum mandatory investments in MSMEs by FDI for entering Indian market may be a good option to encourage our indigenous MSMEs. Further, many MSMEs especially micro sectors are hesitant to contact banks for credit requirements and encouragement of “Business correspondent “ concept for popularizing and sanctioning MSME loans in rural areas may be encouraged as hiring BC who would be a person from the same local community who may educate the local people in their vernacular language there by better influencing small micro units like tailors, saree business, etc. to approach banks for liquidity requirements to run business . Moving towards Cash less economy by encouraging usage of more technological banking products is also a good solution to spread buyer market of MSM
Dimensions of Altruism in Amitav Ghosh's Sea of Poppies
Get PDFThis article seeks to explore Altruism presented in Amitav Ghosh’s Sea of Poppies. There is a long history of social and biological thought of intermingling and influencing male and female when it comes together as a social behavior. Adopting the lens of Darwin’s theory and Kin’s theory, it argues that spontaneous inculcation of altruism in Sea of Poppies. This article depicts new manifestations of altruistic qualities into two categories as pseudo altruism (selfish) and pure altruism (selfless). The influence of altruism is complex and never come from a single source but rather a multitude of sources both internal and external of the individual. For Darwin himself, Altruism was a riddle. This research article can be used as a guide to structure individual’s introspection of his or her own thoughts and actions that help foster a caring and socially responsive behavior for the betterment of the society
An Analysis on Risk Return Relationship of Automobile Company's Stock In Indian Equity Market
Get PDFThe growth and development of an economy in a nation are greatly influenced by the capital market. The capital market serves as a link between investors and business. Through the primary market, the industry gets funding directly from public and financial organizations. The securities that have been issued in the primary market have a ready market in the secondary market. Investors participate in the secondary market to make and modify their investment decisions. The return and level of risk are used to appraise every investment. In general, investors seek to anticipate a larger return with the least amount of risk. This paper examines the risk return relationship of select automobile company’s stocks in Indian stock market BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange). This paper also makes the analysis of the performance of select automobile companies in Indian Capital Market
Determinants of Socio-Economic Status of the Agricultural Women Workers` in West Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh
Get PDFThe present paper is an attempt to find out the role of rural women in the development of agriculture sector in India and to analyse the determinants of socio-economic status of rural agricultural women workers in the sample villages of West Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh. A sample of 400 respondents were administered a structured schedule, and the data was collected, quantified, analyzed and interpreted. It is observed from the literature that the socio-economic status of the agricultural women workers generally depends upon certain socio-economic indicators like literacy levels, health status, family size of the household, annual income, size of operational holding, work participation rates of the family members and the extent of consumption expenditure. The regression result for the total sample reveals the fact that the explanatory variables like annual income of the households, work participation rates of the family members and health status of agricultural women workers are having a positive and direct relationship with the socio economic status of the selected households. However, the family size, illiteracy and the proportion of consumption expenditure made by the households on the intoxicants and ceremonies and functions is having inverse relationship with the socio economic status of agricultural women workers in the study area
Capital Structure, Profitability & Firm Value Linkages : Evidence from India
Get PDFObligation and Owners fund are combined in the organization’s capital structure, which is utilized for the business. The organization’s assets should be managed correctly with debt and equity. Corporate finance continues to have difficulties determining the extent to which Capital Structure influences firm value and profitability. Hence, the current study is conducted. The article focuses on the “Impact of capital structure on profitability and firm value of top 50 companies listed in BSE” for ten years from 2012-2013 to 2021-2022 based on the market capitalization. Statistical tools like Descriptive statistics, Correlation, and Panel data analysis were used. The present study indicates that ROA and PBR have a negative effect on DER. The Tobin’s Q has an optimistic influence on DER
A Review on Management and Implications of E-Waste in India
Get PDFThe rapid development of technology over the past few decades has led to a surge in the production and consumption of electronics, making it one of the fastest growing manufacturing industries worldwide. E-waste, or electronic waste are non-functional, discarded electrical equipment that no longer serve their original purpose. There are different types of e-waste along with which come many implications and effects to the environment and human life. The adverse health effects include thyroid issues, adverse birth outcomes and behavioural changes seen in children and adults alike. There are many concerns that all this waste is ending up in many developing countries like India and directly affects the environment as well as their health. India is also unable to replicate the E-waste management system adopted by other countries due to lack of infrastructure, awareness, and adequate funding among other things and hence, its management is not at the level necessary. This review covers E-waste and its implications as well as effects, the scenario in India, its management, and possible solutions to combat this silent danger through various studies and flowcharts
India-Bhutan Strategic Relations- Issues and Consequences
Get PDFUntil recently Bhutan (Drukyul - Land of the Thunder Dragon) did not fit into the story of the global conquest of democracy. Not only the way it came into existence but also the mode in which it was interpreted made the process of democratization exceptional. As a landlocked country which is delimited on the north by Tibet in China and on the south by the Indian states Sikkim, West Bengal, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, it was a right off the bat starter in the technique for state-building. Nonetheless, it seems that the last, reclusive Himalayan kingdom started a silent transition from an absolute to a constitutional monarchy by introducing parliamentary democratic elements. Initiated by the king rather than a revolutionary movement or a national catastrophe, this major step was unusual: a voluntary reallocation of power in the face of a notable indifference towards democracy by the people. A great political leap with mounting concerns and hopes not only among the ruling dynasty but surprisingly also among the common people of Bhutan
Awareness of Soil Pollution among adolescents in Bengaluru city, Karnataka
Get PDFSoil pollution is defined as the presence of toxic chemicals (pollutants or contaminants) in soil, in high enough concentrations to pose a risk to human health and/or the ecosystem. When the amounts of soil contaminants exceed natural levels than what is naturally present in various soils, pollution is generated. There are two main causes through which soil pollution is generated: anthropogenic (man-made) causes and natural causes. Soil pollution consists of pollutants and contaminants. The main pollutants of the soil are the biological agents and some of the human activities. Soil contaminants are all products of soil pollutants that contaminate the soil. Human activities that pollute the soil range from agricultural practices that infest the crops with pesticide chemicals to urban or industrial wastes or radioactive emissions that contaminate the soil with various toxic substances. The study was envisaged with the objectives to assess the adolescents’ awareness regarding soil pollution; and to determine the adolescents’ sources of information about soil pollution. The survey method and the questionnaire were the tools utilized. A sample of 625 adolescents were selected for the study. Salient findings revealed that most of the adolescents were aware of soil pollution, and most of them had adequate knowledge about deforestation as well as the different measures to overcome soil pollution. Most adolescents acquired awareness through newspapers and from school syllabus