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Racializing white residues: seditious Anglo-Indians and others
No full textMy dissertation interrogates the discursive residues of the Anglo-Indian question in decolonized India. To problematize these residues, I structure my dissertation as a fragmented genealogy of colonial and post-colonial perceptions of Anglo-Indians. I open my dissertation by showing how, since the late-nineteenth century, Anglo-Indians were claimed to be only of part-European racial provenance, and tautologically had their bodies deemed sexually deviant. Their bodies being, like those of their non-Anglo-Indian counterparts, in fact of uncertain racial intermixture, I argue that Anglo-Indians inhabit mongrel bodies—bodies in a state of continual flux of class and race, inhabiting a multiplicity of pluralized communities. The ethical end of the decolonized Indian nation-state, I accordingly suggest, is to facilitate the recognition of mongrelism as an inevitable phenomenon across groups—one that fractures monolithic conceptions of race and community. To flesh out this argument, I conduct readings from an archive of novels, historiographic treatises, short stories, memoirs, films, and cartoons. The figures whose texts I examine include, among others, colonial Anglo-Indian ‘prostitute’ Amelia Horne, Anglo-Indian anti-racism activist Cedric Dover, Bengali novelist Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay, diasporic English writer Aubrey Menen, Indian cartoonist Mario Miranda, Bengali film director Satyajit Ray, Anglo-Indian politician and historiographer Frank Anthony, and British-Indian writer Ruskin Bond.Submission published under a 24 month embargo labeled 'U of I Access', the embargo will last until 2020-08-01The student, Debojoy Chanda, accepted the attached license on 2018-07-04 at 01:48.The student, Debojoy Chanda, submitted this Dissertation for approval on 2018-07-04 at 02:33.This Dissertation was approved for publication on 2018-07-06 at 10:04.DSpace SAF Submission Ingestion Package generated from Vireo submission #12728 on 2018-09-27 at 11:16:29Made available in DSpace on 2018-09-27T16:30:17Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 2
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Content delivery in software defined networks
No full textInformation Centric Architectures view content as the narrow waist of the networking stack. This abstraction allows routing based on the content name, rather than the network locator of the content consumer and producer. We present ContentFlow, an Information Centric network architecture which supports content routing by mapping the content name to a OpenFlow de ned ow based on TCP and IP semantics. And, thus enables the use of OpenFlow switches to achieve content routing over a legacy IP architecture. ContentFlow is viewed as an evolutionary step between the current IP networking architecture, and a full edged ICN architecture. It supports content man- agement, content caching and content routing at the network layer, while using a legacy OpenFlow infrastructure and a modi ed controller. By e ciently using the content in- formation available in the network, ContentFlow supports e cient tra c engineering. Also, ContentFlow is transparent from the point of view of the client and the server, and can be inserted in between without modi cation at either end. The architecture and implementation of ContentFlow on top of the existing OpenFlow software de ned networking framework is described. Performance of ContentFlow is evaluated using a prototype implementation of an enterprise SDN network with Floodlight controller and multiple virtualized OpenFlow switches. The results show that ContentFlow does result in reduced content access delay in comparison to a legacy architectures.M.S.Includes bibliographical referencesby Abhishek Chand
Prevalence and determinants of exclusive breastfeeding among lactating mothers in an urban slum, West Tripura: a cross sectional study
No full textBackground: Exclusive breastfeeding is the optimal way to feed children during their first months of life, having important benefits for them and their mothers. Despite of all benefits, the practice of exclusive breastfeeding is quite low and information on influencing factors is limited especially from slum settlements. Objectives was to estimate the prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding and to find out the factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding among lactating mothers in an urban slum, West Tripura.Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted among 200 lactating mothers for a period of six months in an urban slum using structured interview schedule. Eligible mothers were selected by sample random sampling technique. Data has been analyzed by SPSS statistical software version 17.Results: Majority (43%) of the mothers was aged between 21-25 years and 89% were non working mothers. Among the participants, 55.5% were Hindu by religion, 60% belonged to nuclear family and 43.5% had studied up to primary level. The prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding rate among the study mothers were 60.5%. Only parity, place of delivery and number of antenatal check up were significantly associated with exclusive breastfeeding.Conclusions: Exclusive breast feeding (EBF) rate still needs to improve. Community level interventions like awareness programmes on exclusive breastfeeding, health education and behavior change communication among the target group is essential to improve the exclusive breastfeeding rate especially in slum settlements
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Linking classroom learning and research to advance ideas about social-ecological resilience
No full textThere is an increasing demand in higher education institutions for training in complex environmental problems. Such training requires a careful mix of conventional methods and innovative solutions, a task not always easy to accomplish. In this paper we review literature on this theme, highlight relevant advances in the pedagogical literature, and report on some examples resulting from our recent efforts to teach complex environmental issues. The examples range from full credit courses in sustainable development and research methods to project-based and in-class activity units. A consensus from the literature is that lectures are not sufficient to fully engage students in these issues. A conclusion from the review of examples is that problem-based and project-based, e.g., through case studies, experiential learning opportunities, or real-world applications, learning offers much promise. This could greatly be facilitated by online hubs through which teachers, students, and other members of the practitioner and academic community share experiences in teaching and research, the way that we have done here
Alternative flood protections
No full textBASIC CONSIDERATIONS Living in the Fringe (Gilles Saussier) Bangladesh: Local Strategies to Cope with a Hazardous Environment (Susanne Zumstein) CASE STUDIES Alternative Flood Protection Measures: A Critical Outlook (Fazlul Huq Ripon, JCOP) Participatory Wetland Management in Chanda Beel (Saleemul Huq, BCAS) Fisheries Management and Habitat Restoration (Aminullslam, UNOP/CNRS) FURTHER AFIELD Appropriate Disaster Mitigation: Community Participation, Appropriate Technologies and Indigenous Knowledge (Nick Hall/ John Twigg, IT) RESULTSOF THE WORKING GROUPS Working Group 1: LocoI and Technical Strategies for Flood Protection Working Group 2:People's ParticipationKWP-collectio
Social Challenges and Learners' Academic Performance: A Case of Selected Primary Schools in Lusaka District, Zambia
No full textAbstract: Social issues, also called social problem, a state of affairs that negatively affects the personal or social lives of individuals or the well-being of communities or larger groups within a society and about which there is usually public disagreement as to its nature, causes, or solution. Social challenges are common problems in present-day society and one that many people strive to solve. Social challenges are those conditions or behaviors that have negative consequences at the personal and work level. In addition, social challenges are issues and problems facing human beings today. Hence, the study aimed at examining the effects of social challenges on learners’ academic performance in some selected primary schools of Lusaka district, Zambia. The study was guided by the following specific objectives: (a) To identify the common types of social challenges exhibited by learners in selected primary schools of Lusaka district, (b) To examine the effects of social challenges on learners’ academic performance in selected primary schools of Lusaka district and (c) To offer recommendations on how best social challenges can be dealt with in selected primary schools of Lusaka district. Purposive sampling of the site was preferred to select the research area from which respondents participated in this study with a sample size of 140. The study employed both the qualitative and quantitative methods that sampled head teachers, primary teachers, pupils and community members. Interview guides were used to obtain qualitative data which was analyzed using thematic analysis while quantitative data were collected using questionnaires which were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The study found out that, most exhibited social challenges in primary schools were; peer pressure, drug abuse, child abuse, economic background and media influence. The study therefore recommended that teachers should pay special attention and identify different types of social problems among their leaners. Also, the study suggested that leaners should be sensitized fully on how to protect themselves from social challenges, more specifically from issues of child abuse.
Keywords: Academic Performance, Child Abuse, Effect, Learners School and Social Challenges.
Title: Social Challenges and Learners’ Academic Performance: A Case of Selected Primary Schools in Lusaka District, Zambia
Author: Chanda Chansa Thelma
International Journal of Novel Research in Humanity and Social Sciences
ISSN 2394-9694
Vol. 10, Issue 5, September 2023 - October 2023
Page No: 38-49
Novelty Journals
Website: www.noveltyjournals.com
Published Date: 16-September-2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8351325
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Breast Feeding: Practices and Determinants in Rural Area of West Tripura District of India
No full textBackground: Despite exclusive breastfeeding being a well recognized determinant of child survival, it’s practice is not up to the mark in our country. Various social customs and misconceptions act as a barrier to breastfeeding.
Methodology: To assess the practice and determinants of breast feeding a community based cross-sectional study using structured questionnaire was conducted during 1st August to 31st August 2009 among 116 mothers from four sub-centre areas under Mohanpur CHC of West Tripura district chosen by multistage sampling. Descriptive statistics, chi-square test and logistic regression analysis were used.
Result: Prevalence of exclusive breast feeding was 25%. Median time of initiating breast feeding was one hour following delivery, median duration of breast feeding was four months and median age of starting weaning was two months. Colostrum was fed by 87.9% women and advice regarding this was mainly obtained from the healthcare providers. Prelacteal feeding was practiced by 56% mothers and honey was the commonest prelacteal feed. With the improvement in mother’s literacy, there was significant increase in colostrum feeding (p = 0.010) and decrease in prelacteal feeding (p = 0.007). Mother’s parity, age, literacy, place of delivery, antenatal checkup and gender of the child were found to be significant determinants of exclusive breast feeding.
Conclusion: Improving literacy status, promoting antenatal checkup and encouraging institutional birth will reduce harmful infant feeding practices. As the health workers were the major source of information, they can initiate behavior change communication for promoting exclusive breast feeding in this community
Prevalence of pre-hypertension and its relationship with body mass index among the medical students of Agartala government medical college
No full textBackground: Body Mass Index (BMI) is found to be positively co-related with the increased prevalence of elevated blood pressure among younger individuals. The present study was designed to find out the prevalence of pre-hypertension and its relationship with BMI among the medical students. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted during June - July 2013 among 306 medical students of Agartala government medical college, chosen by stratified random sampling. Results: Prevalence of pre-hypertension, hypertension and optimum BP were found to be 45%, 4% and 51% respectively. Mean BMI was found to be 21.68 ± 3.55, 80% of the students had ideal waist hip ratio, 19% were underweight, 61 % had normal weight, 18 % were overweight, and 2% were found to be obese. Pre-hypertension was significantly more prevalent among the senior medical students (χ2 = 4.933, P = 0.026), males (χ2 = 10.826, P = 0.001) and those who had family history of hypertension (χ2 = 4.228, P= 0.039). Pre-hypertension was significantly higher among the obese medical students (χ2 = 6.941, P = 0.008). Logistic regression analysis revealed that medical students had 12.8% more chance of having pre-hypertension with one unit increase in their BMI. Conclusion: Prevalence of pre-hypertension among medical students is high and BMI is found to be significantly associated with pre-hypertension. Hence it can be used as an effective tool for predicting pre-hypertension and development of hypertension among medicos later on.
Rights vs Rules: A Commentary on Nathan Mubanga (Suing as the Father and Next Friend of a Minor CM) and Anor v Attorney General (2023/HP/0403) ZMHC3 (19 February 2025)
No full textThe High Court of Zambia upheld a school\u27s refusal to admit a Rastafari child with dreadlocks. The author argues that the Court erred by failing to consider regional jurisprudence, international human rights trends, and the historical context of discrimination against natural African hair. The piece contends that requiring Rastafari children to cut their dreadlocks to access public education effectively denies them their rights to education, freedom of religion, and protection from discrimination
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