Turkish Online Journal of Qualitative Inquiry
Turkish Online Journal of Qualitative Inquiry e-ISSN 1309-6591 | Period Quarterly | Founded: 2010 | Publisher Science Research Society Total Views: 109.589 Total Downloads: 489.940 TR Dizin Citation Count: 186 Dear Authors, Turkish Online Journal of Qualitative Inquiry will continue its publication on http://tojqi.net/index.php/journal/index. All authors are requested to submit their paper on http://tojqi.net. The new publisher of Turkish Online Journal of Qualitative Inquiry is Science Research Society and all queries related to journal should be mailed on editor@tojqi.net. All the articles published till Volume 12 Issue 2 will be available on both the websites. New Articles from Volume 12 Issue 3 will be published on http://tojqi.net. In accordance with the TR DİZİN Journal Evaluation Criteria updated for 2020, “Ethics Committee Approval” is requested for articles in all disciplines including social sciences (See TR DİZİN Journal Evaluation Criteria - Article 8.) The relevant information (board name, date and number) should be included in the method section as well as on the first / last page of the article and the relevant approval should be documented. Even if the review process of the articles are completed, the articles that does not meet this criterion may not be published since it will negatively affect the the journal to be indexed in TR DİZİN. Besides, TR DİZİN journal evaluation criteria have made it obligatory to provide information on the compliance of research and publication ethics in the articles. In this context, the following statement should be added to the last page by the responsible author in all articles in TOJQI beginning with Volume 11 Issue 1 (January, 2020). “I, as the Corresponding Author, declare and undertake that in the study titled as XXXX, scientific, ethical and citation rules were followed; Turkish Online Journal of Qualitative Inquiry Journal Editorial Board has no responsibility for all ethical violations to be encountered, that all responsibility belongs to the author/s and that this study has not been sent to any other academic publication platform for evaluation." Sincerely, TOJQI Editorial Board e-ISSN 1309-6591 | Period Quarterly | Founded: 2010 | Publisher Science Research Society Call for Paper: Volume 15 Issue 2 February 2024 Article Publication Charges: 1000 USD. Aim: The Turkish Online Journal of Qualitative Inquiry (TOJQI) is an open access, peer-reviewed, international e-journal in scope of educational and social sciences which publishes high quality and original research papers conducted with qualitative, mixed and action research methodology. The TOJQI has been being published quarterly a year (January, April, July and October). Scope: Besides the research papers, TOJQI publishes eligible works on theoretical and cognitive issues or book reviews related to qualitative research paradigm in educational and social sciences.
Teaching socio-scientific issues through evidence-based thinking practices
Teachers are expected to improve their students’ analytical thinking and decision-making skills through evidence-based thinking and critical evaluation processes. In this study, a three-hour workshop was conducted to investigate science teachers’ views about teaching socio-scientific issues through argumentation and introducing an instructional scaffold, Model-Evidence Link diagrams to promote the use of argumentation and critical evaluation in science classrooms. 125 science teachers, who were working in public schools of an urban area in Andhra Pradesh participated in the workshop. Findings revealed that 90% of the participants stated that the use of MEL diagram is appropriate for science teaching. Promoting higher order thinking skills was the highest benefit, whereas the need for time for the development and implementation of the material was the greatest challenge for the use of the MEL diagrams in science classrooms. This study contributes to the literature on teaching socio-scientific issues, especially through argumentation, evidence-based thinking, and critical evaluation.
Evidence-based thinking, argumentation, socio-scientific issues, climate change
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Innovative Methods And Practices Of Teaching Social Studies In Secondary Schools
Teaching plays a vital role in the teaching-learning process, fostering the skills of social, cultural, and economic development among children and young people. It is the responsibility of our teachers to instill in the young minds the fundamental social values, including democracy, equality, tolerance, cultural understanding, and respect for fundamental freedom. Social studies is a core subject in the education system as it gives students the tools to understand the world around them. This subject encompasses various disciplines, including history, geography, economics, political science, and sociology. In teaching this subject, effective teaching strategies are crucial to help the students develop their critical and creative thinking skills, historical empathy, and global awareness, which are necessary to lead their lives successfully in today's complex world. The subject, ‘Social studies’ remains very crucial in the education system; and recent research highlights the need for innovative teaching strategies that enhance students' learning outcomes at secondary level. The teachers of social studies working in secondary schools should have a positive outlook towards using innovative methods and practices in teaching social studies. The present study explores the attitude of secondary school teachers towards innovative methods and practices in teaching social studies. The researchers used a well-developed and standardized questionnaire as the tool for collection of data from the respondents. The sample of the study comprises of 100 teachers (40 Headmasters and 60 School Assistants in Social Studies) from 40 selected secondary schools located in Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh using Stratified Random Sampling technique. Mean score values, standard deviations and independent t-tests were used for analysis of data. The findings of the study revealed that the demographic variables – ‘Gender’ and ‘Location of the school’ have no influence on the attitude of teachers towards innovative methods and practices in teaching Social Studies at secondary level. However, the ‘Teaching Experience’ has a significant positive influence on their attitude towards teaching Social Studies. The study suggested that the Social Studies teachers working in secondary schools need to improve their pedagogical skills by attending Faculty Development Programs conducted by different agencies at regular intervals of time.
attitude, education, innovative, methods, practices, programs, skills, teaching
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Preliminary Phytochemical Screening of Selected lndian Spices
Spices are commonly used in Indian kitchen as flavouring agent in food and used as food preservatives. Many of the spices are used in folk medicine. The objective of the present study is to analyse the phytochemical composition of few of the selected spices viz., clove, cinnamon and star anise. Phytochemical compositions of the spices were carried out with water and methanol extracts. The experimental result showed that the different extracts of these spices contain alkaloids, flavonoids, steroids, terpenes, tannins, saponins, glycosides, carbohydrates, free amino acid, crude protein and phenolic compounds.
phytochemical analysis, tannins, saponins, alkaloids, flavonoids
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Educational Practices And Marginalization Of Indigenous Population In Tripura Region Of India.
Will and aspiration of majority have profound influence on the government policies and practices. This is visible in the educational policies and parctices followed in Tripura. Following of Bengali, as a meduim of instruction and neglect of certain subjects like tribal studies which are relevent to the life of the triubal had intensifed the dichotomy that exist between the class room teaching and the life ourside the class room. The paper is an attempt of exploring ceratin educational policies and practices that are followed in tripura, which are further intesifing the chasm between the previlidged and the marginilised.
acculration, migration, diplaced, jhoom, monitization.
Underwater Drones In The Russia–Ukraine War: A Quantitative Analysis Of Impact On Military Strategy Using Defence Sem Model
This study employs defence Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) to quantitatively assess the strategic impact of low-cost, asymmetrical maritime drone warfare during the 2022–2024 Russia–Ukraine War. Specifically, we investigate the mediating role of Asymmetric Deterrence (LDeter​) on the relationship between Uncrewed Underwater Vehicle (UUV) Operational Effectiveness (LEff​) and the observable Military Strategy Shift (LShift​) by the Russian Black Sea Fleet. Using time-series data derived from Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) and expert elicitation across eight manifest variables (cost-efficiency ratio, fleet redeployment percentage), the analysis tests the hypothesis that high operational effectiveness in UUV attacks compels a measurable, high-cost doctrinal and strategic adaptation by the adversary. The findings demonstrate a strong, significant path coefficient (β=0.78, p<0.001) linking Asymmetric Deterrence to the Strategy Shift, providing quantitative support for the thesis that autonomous, low-cost systems can fundamentally destabilise established naval power balances. This research offers a novel methodological framework for analysing technology-driven changes in modern military doctrine.
'UUV' 'SEM' 'Asymmetric Deterrence' 'Russia–Ukraine War' 'Naval Strategy' 'Drone Warfare' 'Defence SEM' 'Structural Equation Modelling'
Financial Feasibility and Risk Analysis of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Bangalore: A Multi-Scenario Assessment
The rapid urbanization and advanced technology adoption in Bangalore make it a crucial node in India’s EV transition, driving demand for public and semi-public charging infrastructure. This study presents a detailed financial feasibility assessment and risk analysis for investments in EV charging stations across the Bangalore Metropolitan Region. Using three archetypal station models (high-speed highway, mixed urban public, and fleet depot), we develop multi-scenario financial models over a 7-year lifecycle. We quantify sensitivity of viability to utilisation levels, energy cost, demand growth, and regulatory parameters, and identify break-even thresholds and key risks. We propose mitigation strategies (e.g. time-of-use tariffs, location diversification, smart charging) and provide guidelines for optimal charger mix and site selection. Our results indicate that while long-term IRRs may be attractive under optimistic adoption trajectories, the early years are fraught with financial risk—making careful demand forecasting, site selection, and policy support indispensable for success.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Infrastructure; Financial Feasibility; Investment Risk Analysis; Monte Carlo Simulation
A Study on the Effectiveness of Government Credit Initiative in Promoting Business Development in Bihar
This study looks into how well government loan programs in Bihar, India, support the development and expansion of entrepreneurship. Four goals guide the research: assessing entrepreneurs' awareness and accessibility of government credit programs; analysing their influence on business growth; comparing the performance of beneficiaries and non-beneficiaries; and analysing beneficiary satisfaction and utilization challenges. 264 entrepreneurs participated in a quantitative survey, and data were analysed using partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM), chi-square tests, t-tests, and descriptive statistics. The results show that although there is a moderate level of awareness regarding government loan programs, recipients report more growth and financial stability than non-recipients. But issues including lack of follow-up support, limited outreach, procedural delays, continue to be major problems. The report emphasizes that although loan programs are essential for fostering entrepreneurial success, their full potential is constrained by gaps in outreach and implementation. The results add to body of knowledge on financial inclusion and the growth of SME’s and offer policy suggestions for improving the availability, sufficiency, and the application of government lending programs.
Government Loan Programs, Entrepreneurship Development, Awareness, Beneficiary vs non- beneficiary, Implementation, Business Growth.
Transforming Youth Financial Literacy Through Behavioral Insights And Technology Integration
This study explores how behavioural insights and technology integration can transform youth financial literacy and decision-making. Despite growing access to financial education, many young individuals still exhibit poor saving and investing habits, highlighting a gap between financial knowledge and actual behaviour. The research develops an integrated behavioural technology framework encompassing behavioural factors, technological factors, financial literacy, financial self-efficacy, and financial and behavioural decision-making outcomes. A quantitative research design was applied using a structured questionnaire, and data were analyzed through Smart PLS employing the PLS-SEM. Results indicate that behavioural factors and financial self-efficacy significantly influence financial literacy and decision-making outcomes, while technological factors have a moderate but positive effect. The model demonstrates high reliability, validity, and predictive power. The study concludes that combining behavioural nudges with technology-driven tools enhances financial capability and long-term well-being among youth. Future work recommends longitudinal and cross-cultural studies and deeper integration of AI, gamification, and fintech applications to sustain behavioural change.
Financial Literacy, Behavioural Insights, Technology Integration, Financial Self-Efficacy, Decision-Making, Fintech, Youth Behaviour
A Comprehensive Review On The Thermal Conductivity Of Materials: Mechanisms, Measurement Techniques, And Applications
With an emphasis on atomic structure, bonding, defect concentration, and microstructural features, this article investigates the variables affecting heat conductivity in metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites. The features of heat transfer, such as temperature, pressure, and material phase changes, are also examined. In metals, thermal conductivity is controlled by electron mobility, but in ceramics and polymers, it is determined by phonon interactions and molecular structure. Additionally covered in the review are experimental and computational approaches to measuring and forecasting thermal conductivity, such as transient or non-steady-state technologies like laser flash and transient hot-wire methods, as well as steady-state approaches like guarded hot plate and heat flow meter measurements. The benefits and drawbacks of each strategy, as well as how well they work with various materials, are also covered in the article. Heat conductivity has been improved using novel materials engineering approaches, including graphene, nanoparticles, nanowires, and composites containing phase-change components or high-conductivity fillers. Electronic heat sinks, thermal interface materials, highperformance computer systems, thermal barrier coatings, cryogenic storage, and energy-efficient architectural designs are some examples of the practical uses for materials with high and low heat conductivity. This research contributes significantly to clean energy, sustainable infrastructure, energy-efficient buildings, and climate resilience, aligning with global sustainability efforts.
Thermal conductivity, metal, non-metal, graphene, nano-particles.
"Discharge Planning: Identifying Roadblocks and Implementing Effective Strategies for Safer Patient Transitions"
The moment a patient leaves the hospital should signify the successful conclusion of acute care and the beginning of recovery. Yet, for too many, discharge marks the start of confusion, complications, and even a swift return to the hospital. Effective discharge planning is the critical bridge between inpatient care and successful recovery at home or in another care setting. It's not merely an administrative task; it's a complex, multidisciplinary process essential for patient safety, reducing readmissions, optimizing resources, and ensuring continuity of care. Despite its recognized importance, discharge planning often stumbles due to persistent barriers. This article explores the common roadblocks to effective discharge planning and outlines actionable strategies hospitals can implement to pave the way for safer, smoother patient transitions. Ineffective hospital discharge planning contributes significantly to preventable 30-day readmissions, adverse events, and suboptimal patient outcomes. Despite its critical role in care continuity, discharge processes face persistent multilevel barriers. Effective discharge planning requires a systematic approach addressing interconnected barriers. Successful implementation hinges on leadership commitment, interdisciplinary collaboration, patient-centered design, and continuous quality tracking (readmissions, patient experience). Prioritizing these strategies enhances patient safety, reduces costs, and meets value-based care imperatives.
Patient Discharge, Transitional Care, Patient Readmission, Continuity of Patient Care, Patient Safety, Care Coordination, Hospital Medicine, Quality Improvement
“Optimizing Resource Allocation in ICUs: A Study on Bed Utilization and Patient Flow.”
Intensive Care Units (ICUs) are the cornerstone of critical care delivery, providing life-saving interventions to patients with severe and complex medical conditions. However, the increasing demand for ICU services—driven by aging populations, rising chronic disease burdens, and unpredictable health emergencies—has placed immense pressure on hospital infrastructure and resource management. One of the most persistent challenges faced by healthcare systems worldwide is the efficient allocation of ICU resources, particularly in terms of bed utilization and patient flow. Inefficient bed management can lead to overcrowding, delayed admissions, prolonged patient stays, and compromised clinical outcomes. These issues are further exacerbated during public health crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, where surges in patient volume expose systemic vulnerabilities in ICU operations. Despite the availability of advanced monitoring technologies and electronic health records, many ICUs continue to rely on static or reactive approaches to resource allocation, lacking the predictive tools necessary for proactive decision-making. This research aims to address these challenges by developing a data-driven framework for optimizing ICU resource allocation. By analyzing patterns in bed occupancy, patient throughput, and discharge delays, the study seeks to identify operational bottlenecks and propose dynamic strategies for improving efficiency. Through the integration of simulation modeling and predictive analytics, the research will offer actionable insights for hospital administrators and clinicians, ultimately contributing to more resilient and responsive critical care systems.
Rising Demand of Digital Manufacturing in India during Post - COVID Era
A pandemic COVID-19 has increased the demand for medical equipment, medical accessories along with daily essentials for the safety of healthcare workers. This study aims to identify the operational challenges faced by retailers in providing efficient services. Manufacturing is a broader concept of manufacturing innovation in which the digital and material advancements enable the company to conceive products in a desired style and quantity in time scales shorter than the conventional methods while efficiently managing the entire product lifecycle. This paper reviews how the Digital Manufacturing industry played a key role in stopping the spread of the Coronavirus by providing customized parts on-demand quickly and locally, reducing waste and eliminating the need for an extensive manufacturer.
COVID-19, Digital transformation, Digital manufacturing, Additive manufacturing, 3D Printing
Analysis And Optimization Of The Effect Of Solar Panel Tilt And Azimuth Angles By Using Artificial Neural Networks In Gujarat
The tilt and azimuth angle of a photovoltaic (PV) installation affects how much solar energy the surfaces of the PV modules absorb, which in turn affects how efficient the system is. To optimize annual solar production, the conventional advice for installations in subtropical zones is to tilt the panels’ equatorward at a tilt angle equal to the local latitude. This study shows how the azimuth angle affects the energy production of photovoltaic installations. Different tilt angles (20°, 23°, 26°, 29° and 32°.) and azimuth angles (-20°, -15°, -10°,- 5°, 0°, +5°,+10 °, +15° and +20°) were evaluated. Its latitude and longitude are taken as (23.6913,72.3905). Simulation in the software PVsyat 7.4.5® was used to find the optimal tilt and azimuth angles for investigating PV systems installed in the region of Bhandu, Gujarat, India. In conclusion, the findings show that PV systems installed with tilt angles between 26° to 29° and azimuth angles between -5° to +5° can produce electricity at a maximum of 8950 to 8961 kWh annually.
tilt angle; azimuth angle; energy production; photovoltaic; Artificial Neural Network; electricity
Current Rural Scenario Of Western Uttar Pradesh: A Sociological Study
Western Uttar Pradesh (WUP) is a special and lively part of rural India, known for its farming success, mix of different social groups, and changing economic and political situations. This study looks at the current situation in WUP from a sociology point of view, focusing on population makeup, caste relationships, roles of men and women, how much crops are grown, how well infrastructure is developed, and how people engage with policies. The research shows that rich soil, good irrigation systems, and being close to the National Capital Region (NCR) have helped make farming very productive, especially for wheat and sugarcane, which help bring in money for rural areas. Even with these economic benefits, the study finds that there are ongoing unfairnesses linked to caste rankings, how land is shared, and traditional ideas about men and women. Higher castes and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) usually control land and hold political power, while Scheduled Castes (SCs), people without land, and religious minorities are socially and economically left out. Women, even though they work hard in the home and on farms, still face big challenges, though new efforts in groups that help each other and local government bodies have given them more control over their lives. Improvements in infrastructure, such as roads, electricity, healthcare, and schools, have made it easier for people to connect and get services, especially in areas near the NCR. But there are still big differences in faraway areas. The study also talks about how policies like farming support programs, the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), training for new skills, and support for starting businesses have helped people find new ways to earn a living and grow in a sustainable way. The study points out a big contradiction: even though WUP has high productivity and good chances for economic growth, problems like unfair systems, environmental stress, and uneven use of policies stop everyone from moving forward together. The conclusion is that to build strong and fair communities in Western Uttar Pradesh, we need plans that look at making the economy better, treating everyone fairly, supporting women's equality, and protecting the environment.
Agrarian Economy, Groundwater Crisis, Sugarcane Cultivation, Landholding Patterns, Non-farm Diversification, Social Structure, Caste Dynamics, Gender Inequality
The Cost of Curiosity: A tale of too much testing in a case of Isolated Macro-syndactyly
Isolated macro-syndactyly is a rare congenital anomaly characterized by enlarged, fused digits, which may exist independently or as part of genetic syndromes. We report the case of a 4-year-old female presenting with congenital enlargement and fusion of the right third and fourth digits. The child was developmentally normal, with no systemic abnormalities or functional impairment, and the parental concern was primarily cosmetic. Despite low syndromic suspicion, the family pursued extensive genetic testing, including chromosomal microarray and sequencing for overgrowth-related genes, which were negative. Radiographs confirmed soft tissue and bony fusion without additional skeletal anomalies. Conservative management with counseling was advised, reserving surgical options for future cosmetic or functional needs. This case highlights the importance of thorough clinical evaluation in distinguishing isolated cases from syndromic associations. It also underscores the potential pitfalls of unnecessary exhaustive testing, which may increase cost and anxiety without influencing management in such localized anomalies.
Predictive Role of Life Skills In Academic Resilience: An Empirical Analysis In The Context Of Higher Secondary Education
Adolescents in higher secondary education often face significant academic pressures and psychosocial stressors, necessitating strong adaptive competencies. This study explores the extent to which life skills can predict academic resilience among higher secondary school students. A total of 451 higher secondary school students were selected as sample using stratified sampling technique. Results indicated a strong positive correlation between life skills and academic resilience (r = 0.690, p < 0.01). Further, regression analysis showed that life skills significantly predicted academic resilience, explaining 47.6% of the variance (R² = 0.476). These findings suggest that students with well-developed life skills are better equipped to handle academic challenges and setbacks. The study underscores the importance of integrating structured life skills education into school curricula to enhance students’ psychological strength and academic performance.
Comparative Ethnobotanical Study of Medicinal Plant Use among Gond and Kolam Tribes in Yavatmal District
This paper is a comparative ethnobotanical study on medicinal plants of the Gond and Kolam tribes in Yavatmal District, Maharashtra. This study was intended to obtain, measure, and compare traditional knowledge systems that were used to treat some ailments. Semi-structured interviews of 143 informants (75 Gond and 68 Kolam) were used in the field; plant samples were also compared to herbarium materials. Other quantitative measures such as Informant Consensus Factor (ICF), Use Value (UV), Fidelity Level (FL), Relative Frequency of Citation (RFC) and Jaccard Similarity Index were also applied to check the trend and overlaps in plant use. Data analysis was performed using SPSS Version 26.0. Eighty seven barriers of medicines were described where gastrointestinal and respiratory ailments had ICF of 0.87 and 0.84 respective. The UV was rated greater among Kolam informants in regard to Andrographis paniculata and Gond appealed to Azadirachta indica. The results of the Jaccard Index were that there was a percentage overlap of 37.9 between the groups. These findings show that the system of medicinal knowledge is subdivided and, nevertheless, partially similar with significant cultural peculiarities and a need to develop local conservation efforts and further ethno-pharmacological studies.
Ethnobotany, Gond tribe, Kolam tribe, Medicinal plants, Yavatmal District
Horticultural Management in Kolasib District under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) since Statehood
Horticulture (Latin hortus = garden; cultura = cultivation), is the science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, shrubs and trees[1]. It originally meant the practice of gardening and, by extension, now means the cultivation of plants once grown in gardens. It includes the growing of fruits (especially tree fruits), production of vegetable crops, production of flowers, and ornamental horticulture, known as landscaping gardening, which includes the maintenance and design of home grounds, public gardens and parks, private estates, botanical gardens, and recreational areas such as golf courses, football fields and baseball diamonds. Based on commercial aspects, horticulture is divided into three specialized areas: the nursery industry, the plant-growing industry and the seed-production industry. The nursery industry deals with the production of fruit trees. The plant-growing industry supplies annual, biennial and perennial plants to the vegetable and flower grower as well as to the ornamental horticulturists. The seed-growing industry produces the seed required for flower and vegetable growing.
horticulture, Nursery, Crops, Feasibility, development, farmers, Jhum, cultivation, environment, garden.
Women Experiences and Struggles with Disappearances in Kashmir
Women who experience disappearances have specific need and concerns which need to be addressed as well as addressed through policy inclusion for effective reconciliation and peacebuilding in context of Kashmir. The disappearances phenomenon in Kashmir has hit a large population and pushed them in the category of vulnerability and liminality. The group especially largely the women family members are likely to suffer much due the disappearances of son, husbands or brother. The paper highlights the problems of disappearances and measures for peacebuilding. The methodology adopted is the qualitative inquiry through conducting the group interviews with the female victims of enforced disappearances in Kashmir.
Kashmir, struggles, disappearances, peacebuilding, vulnerable
Hindu Healing Practices For Childhood Illness: An Anthropological Inquiry
This study explores Hindu healing practices for childhood illness in contemporary Indonesian communities, focusing on Bali, Lombok, and Tengger. Illness in children is not solely understood as a biological issue but is interpreted as a disruption of spiritual and cosmic balance. Using a participatory ethnographic approach, the research combines ritual observation, in-depth interviews, and visual documentation to capture the lived experiences of parents, healers, and children. Findings reveal that mantras and rituals function as channels of divine resonance, with healers—balian, temple priests, and birth shamans—acting as spiritual mediators rather than medical experts. Parents perceive healing not only as symptom relief but as the restoration of ancestral harmony and moral order. Despite strong spiritual beliefs, families often pragmatically combine traditional and biomedical treatments, forming hybrid health practices. The study shows that Hindu healing is a culturally meaningful and adaptive system, reflecting epistemological pluralism in health behavior. These findings contribute to medical anthropology by illustrating how ritual, spirituality, and emotion converge in healing processes. It advocates for culturally sensitive health policies that recognize traditional knowledge as a valid and dynamic component of public health. Healing is thus not just clinical recovery, but the spiritual restoration of meaning, identity, and community.
Hindu healing rituals; childhood illness; traditional medicine in Indonesia; medical anthropology; spiritual health practices; cultural health integration.
Integrating The ASGM Framework Into Digital Marketing Strategies For B2B Branding Success
The fast digitization of business-to-business (B2B) interactions is causing a sea change in the branding landscape. Back in the day, product details, pricing methods, and established customer connections took center stage, leaving little room for B2B branding. In today's tech-driven, rapidly changing business world, branding in the business-to-business (B2B) sector is more important than ever. It's influenced by the company's offerings, but also by its value communication, trust-building efforts, and ability to stay relevant.
Ethical Considerations in The Use of AI Tools Like ChatGPT and Gemini in Academic Research
The rapid integration of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools, such as ChatGPT and Gemini, into academic research has transformed scholarly workflows, offering unprecedented efficiency in tasks like literature reviews, data analysis, and manuscript drafting. However, their adoption raises significant ethical concerns, including issues of authorship, plagiarism, data integrity, and bias perpetuation. This paper explores the ethical implications of using AI tools in research, drawing on Elsevier’s Responsible AI Principles, stakeholder theory, and empirical studies. It examines challenges such as the risk of fabricated references, lack of transparency in AI-generated outputs, and potential inequities in access to advanced AI tools. Recommendations are provided for researchers, institutions, and publishers to ensure ethical use, including transparent disclosure of AI involvement, rigorous validation of outputs, and adherence to academic integrity standards. This study underscores the need for balanced integration of AI to enhance research while safeguarding ethical principles.
Subaltern Voices And Patriarchal Constraints In Indira Goswami’s ‘The Moth-Eaten Howdah Of The Tusker’ And Anita Desai’s ‘Fire On The Mountain’
This paper examines the portrayal of subaltern women and their resistance against patriarchal and socio-cultural constraints in Indira Goswami’s ‘The Moth-Eaten Howdah of the Tusker’ and Anita Desai’s ‘Fire on the Mountain’ Through a postcolonial and feminist lens, it analyzes how Goswami and Desai depict marginalized female characters—widows and isolated women—who navigate oppressive social structures. Goswami’s novel, set in a rural Assamese sattra, critiques Brahminical patriarchy and feudal decay, while Desai’s work, set in the Himalayan solitude of Kasauli, explores psychological isolation and gendered expectations. Using textual examples, the paper highlights characters like Giribala and Nanda Kaul, who embody resistance through rebellion and withdrawal, respectively. By comparing their narrative strategies, thematic concerns, and socio-cultural contexts, this study underscores the authors’ contributions to Indian literature, emphasizing the agency of subaltern women within restrictive frameworks. This analysis aligns with postcolonial and feminist discourses, offering insights for global literary studies.
Subaltern, patriarchy, postcolonialism, feminism, Indira Goswami, Anita Desai, Indian literature
Wrapped In Compassion: Segmenting Graduate Fellows’ Experiences In Clothing And Care Outreach
This qualitative study explored the lived experiences of graduate students who participated in the “WRAP in LOVE: A Community Clothing & Care Initiative” of San Pablo Colleges (SPC) Graduate School. The outreach program was conducted as part of SPC’s 80th founding anniversary and in response to the Octomonth theme -Clothe the Naked. Designed to serve both orphans and elderly individuals in homes for the aged through clothing donations and care sessions, the initiative provided a platform for graduate fellows to engage in socially transformative service. A total of 12 key informants—two each from MAEd, EdD, MA Counseling, MAN, MBA, and DBA programs—were selected using purposive sampling. Using the ORID (Objective, Reflective, Interpretive, and Decisional) framework for focused conversation and reflection, the study gathered rich narrative data on how fellows described their experiences, internalized their learnings, and envisioned future actions. Thematic analysis revealed that students underwent emotional shifts from hesitation to empathy, gained critical insights about human dignity and social responsibility, and expressed a renewed commitment to integrating service into their future professions. Findings emphasized the role of experiential learning in building civic consciousness, ethical leadership, and intergenerational compassion. The study concludes that structured outreach initiatives, when integrated with critical reflection, have lasting pedagogical and professional impact. It recommends institutionalizing similar programs in graduate education and calls for future interdisciplinary collaborations and longitudinal impact assessments. WRAP in LOVE is not merely a clothing drive—it is a formative journey in shaping servant-leaders grounded in empathy, equity, and community care.
service-learning, outreach, graduate education, experiential learning, human dignity, compassion
Exploration of Financing Decisions of Small and Medium Enterprises: A Detailed Literature Review
The objective of our study is to look into the financing decisions of small and medium enterprises. For this, we reviewed through literature on financing decisions. We did a thorough review of the literature. We gathered several research papers from various databases using specified keywords and then sorted them according to distinct uses. The results show that the main variables that affect the SMEs’ capital structure are age, profitability, size, growth, and tangibility. Age, experience, gender, ethnicity, and education are some of the attributes and personal traits that have a higher influence on financial decision-making. The majority of SMEs use short-term loans to fund their demands. Internally generated funds are preferred by the firms. MSMEs confront numerous challenges, including the inability to get internal and external financing, the necessity of collateral securities, the complex lending processes of lending institutions, such as unnecessary formalities and extensive paperwork, and high interest rates. With the help of this study, we have been able to know that what are the financing preferences of SMEs, how they finance themselves and what problems they face while financing.
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), Financing Decisions, Financing Preferences, Problems, Financing Practices, Capital Structure.
A Comparative Analysis of Entomofaunal Diversity Across Ecosystems in Southern Tamil Nadu
Entomofauna, the insect fauna of a region, represents a significant aspect of biodiversity, contributing to key ecological processes such as pollination, decomposition, and nutrient cycling. Southern Tamil Nadu, with its diverse ecosystems ranging from tropical forests to agricultural lands, provides a unique setting for studying entomofaunal diversity. This study offers a comparative analysis of insect species richness and diversity across three main ecosystems in the region: tropical forests, coastal wetlands, and agricultural lands. Field surveys were conducted to collect insect samples, and species richness, abundance, and diversity indices were calculated to assess the entomofaunal communities. The results indicate that tropical forests exhibit the highest levels of biodiversity, while agricultural lands show reduced diversity, particularly in areas with intensive agricultural practices. Coastal wetlands, though offering unique habitats, show species richness that is more sensitive to seasonal changes and human impacts. This paper explores how ecological factors, such as vegetation cover, temperature, and human activities, shape insect communities across these ecosystems and offers recommendations for maintaining entomofaunal diversity in Southern Tamil Nadu.
Harmonizing the Self: A Spiritual Silence Intervention Module
Spiritual silence practices have been integral to various ancient traditions, offering profound benefits for mental, emotional, and physical well- being. This research paper explores the concept of silence, the ancient music system, nature, and yogic practices as fundamental elements of spiritual silence practices. It examines the benefits of these practices in fostering inner peace, emotional balance, and holistic healing. The study also provides an intervention module for integrating spiritual silence practices into contemporary therapeutic and wellness settings. Additionally, the paper explores scientific studies that validate the efficacy of these practices in enhancing psychological resilience and quality of life.
Spiritual silence, ancient music system, nature, yogic practices, mantra well-being, intervention module
Trauma-Informed Social Work Practice In India: A New Paradigm
Trauma-informed practice (TIP) is a crucial approach in Indian social work due to the widespread prevalence of trauma within the country. A study by the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) found that nearly 20% of the Indian population has experienced a traumatic event in their lifetime (NIMHANS, 2018). This high prevalence is attributed to various factors, including poverty, violence, natural disasters, and social injustice. Trauma-informed practice is a framework that recognizes the pervasive nature of trauma and acknowledges its impact on individuals. It emphasizes safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment as core principles. By understanding the effects of trauma, social workers can provide more effective and compassionate care.
Stri Chetna: From Swanbhuti to Sahanubhuti–The Evolution of Women's Consciousness
सत्य क्या है? चते ना क्या है? सत्य स्त्रीलिंग है अथवा पुलिंग या उभयलिंग? चते ना स्त्री की है? चते ना पुरुष की है? अथचा चते ना मनुष्य मात्र की (मानवीय) है? सत्य भक्ति का होता है? सत्य रचयिता का हाते ा है? सत्य पाठक का होता है? सत्य सार्वभौम होता है अथवा सत्य विशिष्ट होता है? या सत्य इनमंे स े केाई भी नही ं होता है? या सत्य समन्वित निर्मिति है। ऐस े अनगिनत प्रश्नांे की वर्षा होन े लगती है जब हम सत्य का े खंगालना शुरू करते है ं और सत्य का े खंगालाना भी जरूरी है, क्योंिक इसी स े जुड़ा है अनुभूति का सत्य। अपनी अनुभूति (स्वानुभूित) सत्य है अथवा अनुभूति-सामर्थ्य के सहारे दूसर े की अनुभूति तक पहुंचकर सत्य का साक्षात्कार करना यानी सह-अनुभूति, समान अनुभूति के सत्य का े उपलब्ध करना सत्य है। दूसरे शब्दों में क्या सह सह-अनुभूति (सहानुभूति) सत्य है? ये इतने सार े सवाल क्यों? तो उत्तर यह है कि सत्य की उपलब्धि का दावा सभी करते है ं और प्रत्येक दावा करने वाला अपने सत्य का े परम-सत्य और अन्तिम-सत्य मानने लगता है, परम ब्रह्म की तरह। और फिर इस परमब्रह्म का परमज्ञानी दूसर े के सत्य का े अंतिम सत्य भी नहीं मानता। तो फिर निर्णय कैस े हो? झगड़ा और विवाद की जड़ यही यहै कि मेरा सत्य और तेरा सत्य, मेरी अनुभूति और तेरी अनुभूति, स्वानुभूित और सहानुभूति, रचनाकार और भाक्े ता का सत्य, स्त्री लख्े ाक का सत्य और लेखक का सत्य।
Kavayanjali: Celebrating the Art of Poetic Dedication
प्रवासी साहित्य की दुनिया मे ं स्नेह ठाकुर एक दमदार रचनात्मक पहचान है।ं अपने देश भारत स े दूर सात समन्दर पार होकर भी उनकी रचनाओं में भारत, रचा-बसा है, घुला-मिला हुआ है। भौगोलिक दूरी या अलगाव भावनात्मक लगाव केा कम नही ंकर पाया है। उनमे ं और उनकी रचनाओ ं में भरपूर सांस्कृतिक, धार्मिक, साहित्यिक, मार्मिक स्पेस पाया है। भारतीय परंपराआंे के प्रति सजग एवं जागरूक कलाकार के रूप मे ं भारत उनके भीतर और उनकी रचनाओं के भीतर सदैव जीवित रहता है। भारतीयता की चासनी मे ं डालकर अपनी रचनाओ ं मे ं भारतीय परम्परा, सस्ं कृति की मिठास का े डाला है। हिन्द की पहचान हिन्दी से जुड़कर उनकी कविताएं भारतीय फ्लवे र, तेवर और क्लवे र का े एक अलग अदं ाज मे ं रचनात्मक रूप मं े प्रस्तुत करती हं।ै‘जीवन के रंग’, ‘जीवन निधि’, ‘जज्बातां े का सिलसिला’, ‘अनुभूतियाँ’, ‘काव्यांजलि’ आदि प्रमुख काव्य-सगं ्रह मे ं कवयित्री ने भारतीयता का ताना-बाना, भारतीय मूल्य, भारतीय दर्शन, भारतीय परंपरा, भारतीय सस्ं कृति की खुशबु स े काव्य संग्रह सुगंधित हैं। तरह-तरह के फूल के साथ जीवन के धलू भी है,ं वसूल भी है,ं भारत की ध्ूाल भी है, पर साथ ही साथ विरूद्धों के सामजं स्य और जीवन वैभिन्य के दर्शन के अनुरूप फूल के साथ-साथ काटं े भी है।ं जीवन की पगडंडियों से गुजरकर सुखदुखात्मक रस की अनुभूतियो ं के प्रकाशन मे ं वो साथ वे रचना का े समर्पण करती हैं।