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Author(s):
Manik Das, Snigdha Naskar.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Library and Information Science
Page No:
1-19 |
Giant Publication Platforms in Social Science Research: A Comparative StudyAbstract
Just as selecting a robust and high-quality vessel is essential for survival in the deep sea, choosing the right platform to publish high-quality research with the aim of contributing to the body of knowledge is a crucial task for researchers. Factors such as acceptance of their work, citation rates, and the global exchange of knowledge all hinge on this choice. To avoid duplicating existing work, a comprehensive review of research published on the subject over the past 15 years was conducted prior to preparing this paper. This study employed an established descriptive research method and a comparative analytical approach, with comparative analysis serving as the primary tool. An analysis based on ten (10) criteria like, encompassing reliability, credibility, and overall research quality reveals that Elsevier, Springer Nature, Taylor & Francis, and Oxford University Press are considered the leading publishing platforms for social science research. Whereas the scope of 'Wiley,' 'SAGE,' and ‘Emerald’ appears somewhat more limited by comparison. |
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Author(s):
Dr. Manikangkana Barman, Manikangkana Das.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Performing Arts
Page No:
20-28 |
The Devadasi Dance Tradition Of Dubi Parihareshwar Devalaya, Assam: History, Performance, And PreservationAbstract
Assam, a culturally pluralistic state in Northeast India, has sustained social harmony through
diverse ethnic, linguistic, and religious traditions. The region’s religious life is shaped primarily
by Shaivism, Shaktism, and Vaishnavism, expressed through ancient Shaktipeeths and Shiva
temples that function as centers of worship, art, and community. While the Neo-Vaishnavite
movement of the 14th–15th centuries led by Srimanta Sankaradeva reoriented devotional practice,
Shaivism and Devi worship retained prominence. A distinctive feature of Assam’s temple culture
is the integration of performing arts into ritual worship. Among these, the Devadasi dance tradition,
locally called ‘Nati-nach’, represents a foundational form of India’s Margiya classical dance and
was historically performed in major Shiva temples including Parihareshwar Devalaya in Dubi.
This tradition declined due to loss of royal patronage, colonial intervention, and social reform.
Today it survives only in fragments, preserved through the memory of the last devadasis Kaishyala
Bala and Raiebala and documented by cultural figures like Bishnu Prasad Rabha and Ratnakanta
Talukdar. This paper investigates the historical origins of Dubi Parihareshwar Devalaya,
documents the performance structure, costumes, ornaments, and musical instruments of the Dubi
Devadasi tradition, and examines contemporary preservation efforts. It argues that institutional
support, academic documentation, and community engagement are essential for safeguarding this
endangered intangible heritage. |
| 3 |
Author(s):
Dr. Dhruv Sagar.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Environmental Science
Page No:
29-37 |
Sustainable Forest Management and Its Role in Enhancing Soil Quality Across Different Forest Types in Shimla District, Himachal Pradesh: A Critical ReviewAbstract
Sustainable forest management (SFM) has become a cornerstone of global efforts to conserve biodiversity, maintain ecosystem services, and mitigate climate change. In the Himalayan region, where forests perform critical ecological functions under fragile environmental conditions, maintaining soil quality is fundamental to long-term ecosystem stability and productivity. Shimla District, Himachal Pradesh, comprises diverse forest ecosystems dominated by chir pine (Pinus roxburghii), deodar (Cedrus deodara), ban oak (Quercus leucotrichophora), kharsu oak (Quercus semecarpifolia), and mixed temperate forests. These forest types differ in litter quality, decomposition rates, nutrient cycling, and microbial activity, resulting in considerable variation in soil properties. This review critically examines how sustainable forest management influences soil quality across these forest ecosystems. Evidence from Himalayan studies indicates that broadleaved and mixed forests generally support higher soil organic carbon, nutrient availability, and microbial biomass than pure coniferous forests because of faster litter decomposition and more efficient nutrient recycling (Pal et al., 2013; Panwar et al., 2022; Sheikh et al., 2009). Sustainable management practices such as assisted natural regeneration, mixed-species forestry, litter conservation, and soil and water conservation further enhance soil fertility, carbon sequestration, and ecosystem resilience (Food and Agriculture Organization [FAO], 2022). The review highlights the importance of integrating ecological principles into forest management to maintain soil quality and identifies future research priorities for long-term monitoring and climate-resilient forest governance in Shimla District. |
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Author(s):
Dr. Anil Kumar Singh.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Psychology
Page No:
38-47 |
Religiosity and Gratitude among College Going StudentsAbstract
This study investigated the relationship between religiosity and gratitude among college-going students (N = 300) and evaluated potential gender disparities. Data were collected using the Religion Scale and the Gratitude Questionnaire. Independent samples t-test analysis revealed a statistically significant gender difference in religiosity (t = 3.210, p = .001), with male students scoring higher than female students. However, no significant gender difference was found for gratitude levels (t = 1.264, p = .207). Correlation matrix analysis demonstrated a moderate positive association between students' religiosity and their gratitude scores (r = .321, p < .01). Furthermore, linear regression analysis confirmed that religiosity is a highly significant predictor of gratitude (β = .322, t = 5.851, p < .001), accounting for 10.3% of the total variance. These findings indicate that while gender influences levels of religious commitment, it does not alter gratitude, highlighting religiosity as a meaningful factor in fostering a grateful disposition during the college years. |
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Author(s):
Morm Savonn, Prof. Indra Narian Singh.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Philosophy
Page No:
48-53 |
Buddhist Monasticism: A Case Study of Improvement to Social Well-Being in CambodiaAbstract
Theravada Buddhists make up about 95% of the population of Cambodia, where the Buddha is practised and where monks are highly valued members of the public. Buddhism has contributed significantly to Cambodia's societal well-being and is a component of the social order's development. However, the people and society of Cambodia place a high value on social well-being. Regretfully, the Khmer Rouge ruined Cambodian society’s well-being between April 17, 1975, and 07 January 1979. Millions of people lost their lives in this civil war in Cambodia because of the Khmer Rouge's starvation tactics and the isolation of the nation from the outside world. Monks were murdered and made to lay down their lives, and other monasteries were destroyed.
Additionally, there needed to be more clarity in both private and public education. Buddhism was revived after the Khmer Rouge regime, and as monks who had fled from monasteries during the purges were reorganised, the religion gradually started to grow again. With lay Buddhists' help, they returned to the monasteries to reconstruct and reestablish them. After the Khmer Rouge era, Buddhism in Cambodia saw a significant rebirth thanks to the dedication of Buddhist monks, particularly Ven. Maha Ghosananda. There are two sects of Buddhism in Cambodia: Mahānikāya and Dhammayuttikanikāya. Buddhism in Cambodia has been expanding and changing throughout the nation under the direction of lay and monastic Buddhists. |
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Author(s):
Kaushik Das, Dr. Sailendra Prasad Sarma.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Performing Arts
Page No:
54-63 |
Sankardeva’s Ankiya Naat: Tradition, Characteristics, and SignificanceAbstract
Sankardeva's Ankia Naat, created with the objective of propagating Ek Saran Naam Dharma in Assam, represents a remarkable contribution to the history of Assamese literature, theatre, music, and culture. These plays are not merely stage presentations of religious narratives; they embody a harmonious synthesis of devotion, morality, social consciousness, spiritual values, and aesthetic expression. Through the integration of literature, music, dance, acting, dialogue, songs, and stage performance, Ankia Naat evolved into a distinctive dramatic tradition that has significantly strengthened the cultural identity of Assam. This paper examines the origin, development, dramatic structure, thematic content, artistic characteristics, and socio-cultural significance of Ankia Naat. It also discusses the artistic presentation of mythological narratives, the integrated use of music, dance, and performance, the distinctive role of the Sutradhar, and the contribution of this dramatic tradition to the dissemination of Neo- Vaishnavite ideals among the people. The study reveals that Ankia Naat not only laid a unique foundation for Assamese theatre but also played a significant role in fostering collective cultural consciousness, moral values, and devotional ideals. Despite changing times, it has preserved its heritage, artistic excellence, and cultural relevance, and continues to be recognised as a living cultural tradition of Assam. Thus, this study seeks to highlight the literary, theatrical, musical, and cultural significance of Ankia Naat through a comprehensive evaluation of its tradition, characteristics, and enduring importance. |
