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The Stitches That Hurt Her Soul: Assessing the Practice of Female Genital Mutilation as a Violation of Human Rights of Women in India
No full textThis paper examines female genital mutilation (“FGM”) in India through a human rights lens, critically analyzing its legal and constitutional standing. It explores the practice’s compatibility with Islamic jurisprudence and Indian constitutional principles, particularly the essential religious practices test under Article 25 of the Indian Constitution. The research elucidates how the practice conflicts with several fundamental rights stipulated under the Indian Constitution. The paper highlights inadequacies in existing legal frameworks and proposes comprehensive interventions for eradication. By synthesizing religious, legal, and social perspectives, this study contributes to the discourse on FGM’s illegitimacy and the imperative for targeted legislative action in India
Exploring public sentiment on intimate partner violence in India
Get PDFIn India, literature suggests that 64.62% women face physical Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), 23.87% are victimized with severe violence, 2.15% are victimized by sexual violence, and 9.36% women face emotional violence. The current study aims to analyse the public’s positive and negative attitudes, sentiments, opinions, and feelings towards IPV. To affirm the importance of dealing with and finding relevant solutions to such gruesome concerns, the study analysed 309,652 comments on Indian movie trailers depicting IPV, streaming on YouTube. Affective reactions, relational distress, activism, and social justice emerged as significant themes gathered from sentiment and content analysis through the lens of Aker’s Social Learning Theory (SLT). The study revealed a dominant negative sentiment toward IPV through frequent use of words like “violence,” “crime,” “disgusting,” “toxic,” and “disrespect.” A widespread disapproval of IPV perpetration is evident, highlighting the role of social media in raising awareness. Positive comments indicate the appreciation of the movie trailers for depicting the gruesome actions effectively through visual means, reaching a large audience. Moreover, cultural dynamics and patriarchy also contribute to accepting IPV in specific contexts. The study opens avenues for future research, particularly examining factors such age, gender, and ethnicity, and exploring attitudes and sentiments over other online platforms while using objective measures explaining the causes of IPV victimization and perpetration, and an immediate need to prevent such occurrence
Sovereignty to the Leader: Visegrad Four Eurosceptic Narratives on the Future of the European Union
Get PDFThe European Union gives rise to competing claims regarding the nature of sovereignty and democracy. While some view European integration as a source of non-democratic domination against sovereignty, others see sovereignty and democracy reinforced by integration processes. The former views have been made vocal by some political actors in the Visegrad countries – Czechia, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia. Via analysing how sovereignty and democracy are narrated by Eurosceptic actors in parliamentary debates on the future of the EU between 2015 and 2019, we identify an archaic, absolutist, pre-parliamentary, and pre-popular view of sovereignty by Eurosceptic actors that, when linked to democracy, opposes EU integration. This narrative, present particularly but not exclusively in Hungary, fosters a ‘discursive differentiation’ in the EU that fails to be captured by the more traditional intergovernmental narrative, whereby state sovereignty is contrasted to further EU integration, and recognizes the extent to which the partisan leader-centric approach can prevail.
Cultural identity and cross-cultural adaptation of Ukrainian women in forced and voluntary migration: a case study
Get PDFThis article examines the strategies for preserving cultural identity and the peculiarities of cross-cultural adaptation among the Ukrainian women who participated in a case study.The study is based on the analysis of culture shock stages by Oberg and acculturation strategies outlined in Berry’s model. Five Ukrainian women in forced migration (in Poland, Sweden, Switzerland, and the UK) and five females in voluntary migration (in India, Poland, Italy, and Germany) participated in this research. Data collection methods of the study include a survey in Google Forms, direct observation, and phenomenological interviews. A software program MAXQDA was used for qualitative data analysis. The results show that the Ukrainian women in both forced and voluntary migration encounter challenges such as language barriers, social exclusion, differences in social norms, and difficulties in medical services. They experience crisis, recovery, and adjustment stages of culture shock, with common emotions including anxiety, homesickness, confusion, frustration, curiosity, and excitement. Key adaptation resources involve social support, experiential learning, and digital media. Regardless of migration type or future plans, women maintain cultural identity through native language use, traditional celebrations, Ukrainian cuisine, and cultural events. These insights can assist NGOs, psychologists, and social workers in creating more effective programs for integration and mental health support of migrants
Risks to energy efficiency in supply chain resilience: from an emerging economy context
No full textSupply chains, involving multiple stakeholders and complex operations, are vulnerable to disruptions; therefore, ensuring their resilience is crucial. Recently, the concept of an energy efficient supply chain has gained attention, because it reduces costs and supports social and environmental development. However, many risks arise while improving energy efficiency in supply chains, and it is important to identify these risks, particularly in emerging economies. This study identifies these risks and their interrelations through literature review and expert opinions. By integrating Bayesian Belief Network and Monte Carlo Simulation, scenario analyses are conducted to explore the possible consequences of these risks, and the study finds that natural events are the most critical risks to energy efficiency in supply chain resilience. It contributes to the small body of literature on risks to energy efficiency in supply chain resilience, and innovatively applies scenario analysis to these risks, providing managers and practitioners with valuable insights
Socio-Economic Status, Poverty, and Income Inequality as Determinants of Mental Health and Psychosocial Functioning Among Children: A Clinic-Based Cross-Sectional Study
No full textIntroduction: Mental health in children is significantly influenced by socio-economic status, poverty, and income inequality. However, existing child psychiatric research focuses on clinical variables and developed nations. Hence, this study explored the impact of these factors on the psychosocial functioning of children visiting a mental health clinic in India.
Methods: A cross-sectional research design was employed, with data collected from children and their parents/caregivers using the Children’s Global Assessment Scale (CGAS) and Indian Disability Evaluation and Assessment Scale (IDEAS). Participants included 120 children recruited from an outpatient clinic in a tertiary mental healthcare center. Non-parametric tests were employed to examine the influence of socio-economic status and poverty on functioning among the participants.
Results: Our study observed significant differences in functioning scores related to socio-economic status, monthly family income, and sources of income, with family income source significantly affecting disability scores. A significant proportion of the participants scored below the functioning benchmark and above the disability benchmark.
Conclusion: Socio-economic disparities and income inequality significantly influence mental health outcomes. The findings emphasize the role of social determinants of mental health and underscore the importance of integrating mental health services with socio-economic support systems
To be ‘hush-hush’ or ‘talk of the town’? Greenhushing and the SDGs
No full textSince the United Nations’ declaration of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015, companies have increasingly integrated sustainability into their core business and marketing strategies. However, scepticism persists regarding the authenticity of these commitments, as some companies engage in greenwashing – exaggerating progress without meaningful action. Paradoxically, others genuinely contribute to the SDGs but deliberately under-report, a practice known as greenhushing, to avoid scrutiny or criticism. This under-reporting undermines timely tracking of progress, impedes stakeholder engagement, and limits the encouragement other organisations might derive from successful sustainability initiatives. Despite growing literature on sustainability reporting and marketing communications, efforts to consolidate insights and apply them to SDG-specific contexts remain limited. This conceptual paper bridges this gap by examining the factors contributing to greenhushing and proposing measures to mitigate it. By doing so, it provides a roadmap for managers and researchers to address under-reporting, ensuring transparent, impactful contributions to the SDGs
Your rights in Rasrang: Digital platforms cannot sell goods by creating confusion
Get PDFThe expansion of e-commerce and digital platforms has provided consumers with numerous conveniences, but it has also brought about some new problems. One of these is the increasing use of "dark patterns." Let's understand what dark patterns are and how they can be addressed within the scope of consumer rights
De-ritualisation of death and altered grief: the impact of COVID-19 on death and religious mourning practices among Muslims of Kashmir, India
No full textThis research examines the impact of COVID-19 on grieving experiences in Kashmir, highlighting disruptions in cultural and religious death rituals. Using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis, ten individuals who lost loved ones were interviewed through purposive sampling. Thematic analysis revealed four major themes: (i) Religious Rites as Pillars of Identity, (ii) Conflict between Faith & Practical Constraints, (iii) Challenges with Deritualisation & Mourning, and (iv) Social Perception & Judgement. Findings underscore the emotional strain of adapting physical rituals to virtual formats, emphasising the vital role of shared customs in grief and the importance of culturally sensitive support for bereaved families
Frontline, forgotten: the ASHA workers’ fight for fairness
Get PDFIn Kerala, a state renowned for its robust public healthcare system, a storm is brewing. At the heart of this unrest are the Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) workers—often overlooked yet essential healthcare providers who serve as the first point of contact for many. These dedicated workers raise awareness, deliver critical services such as disease screening and immunization, assist with maternal and child care, and navigate difficult terrains, all for minimal pay. Once voices of service, they are now united in a collective demand for fair wages, better working conditions, and rightful recognition. The ongoing protests in Kerala not only underscore the crucial role of these frontline workers but also reveal the systemic flaws they endure. Central to the unrest are issues of inadequate compensation and recognition, exacerbated by ongoing funding disputes between the state and central governments