Volume 13 | Issue 11 |

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IMAGES OF KRISHNA IN THE POEMS OF SUGATHAKUMARI: STUDY BASED ON KRISHNA POEMS

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IMAGES OF KRISHNA IN THE POEMS OF SUGATHAKUMARI: STUDY BASED ON KRISHNA POEMS

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Women's Self-Help Groups (SHGs) are a powerful tool for financial inclusion and social empowerment in developing countries. However, not all groups grow at the same pace. Some thrive while others struggle. This study examines how group cohesion and group efficiency interact to influence the development of SHGs in the microfinance sector. It also looks at the role of loan size as a moderator and group efficiency as a mediator in this relationship. Data from 200 SHGs were analyzed using structural equation modeling in SmartPLS 4.0. The results show that cohesion and efficiency together strengthen group development. Collaborative decision-making, mutual support, and participatory culture improve communication, confidence, and help members achieve literacy and income goals. Larger loan sizes further enhance efficiency and strengthen these benefits. The study offers practical insights for policymakers and practitioners, highlighting that targeted interventions to build cohesion and efficiency can make SHGs more sustainable.

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C93, D71, G21, I38, O17

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Background: Life skills are the abilities for adaptive and positive behaviour that enable individuals to deal effectively with the demands and challenges of everyday life. Every one of us learns a number of skills while going through the different stages of life. Skills are the learned capacity which helps us to do a task effectively and these can be acquired through practice and patience. Objectives : To assess the life skills among B.Sc. nursing students, find out association between life skills and socio-demographic variables and determine the correlation amongst the areas of life skills in terms of self-awareness, effective communication, interpersonal relationship, decision making, problem solving, coping with stress. Methodology- : Descriptive correlational study was conducted among 207 B.Sc. nursing students of 4 selected nursing colleges of Guwahati, Assam by using proportionate random sampling technique. A standardised "Life Skills Assessment Scale" was used for the study. Ethical permission was obtained from the Institutional Ethics Committee of Regional College of Nursing, Guwahati-32. Results: Out of 207 subjects 3(1.4) had very high level of life skills, 28(13.5%) had high, 141(68.1%) had average life skills, 28(13.5%) had low and 7(3.4%) had very low level of life skills. The overall mean life skill score was 203.5 with SD=18.61. Majority of the students had average level of life skills in all the areas of self-awareness, effective communication, interpersonal relationship, decision making, problem solving, coping with stress. The study included numbers of socio-demographic variables like age, gender, place of residence, no. of siblings, type of family, education and occupation of parents and monthly income of the family to examine significant association with life skills. None of the variables were found significantly associated. The study found that effective communication was significantly correlated with interpersonal relationship (r = 0.329, p=0.000); decision making (r = 0.041, p=0.000); problem solving (r = 0.307, p=0.000); coping with stress (r = 0.406, p=0.0491), Interpersonal relationship was significantly correlated with decision making (r = 0.342, p = 0.000); problem solving (r = 0.389, p = 0.000); and coping with stress (r = 0.257, p = 0.000), Decision making was significantly correlated with problem solving (r = 0.381, p = 0.000); and coping with stress (r = 0.304, p = 0.000). Conclusion: The study concluded that majority of the nursing students had average life skills and so they need life skills education to enhance their skills.

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Life skills, B.Sc. Nursing students, Life skills assessment scale.

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Abstract: This article explores the striking convergence and divergence between Advaita Vedanta's philosophy of non-duality (Advaita) and the 19th-century American Transcendentalist celebration of individualism epitomized by Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau. While Advaita Vedanta posits the ultimate reality of Brahman-a singular, formless consciousness wherein the individual self (atman) is identical to Brahman- Transcendentalism elevates the individual soul to a sovereign source of truth, intuiting a universal Oversoul that mirrors the Vedantic vision. This study examines key texts- Upanishadic literature, Sankara's commentaries, Emerson's "Nature" and "Self-Reliance", and Thoreau's _Walden_-to trace how both traditions reject dualistic worldviews yet employ distinct epistemologies: Vedanta grounds authority in Sruti (scripture) and guru-guided realization, whereas Transcendentalism privileges personal intuition and direct communion with nature. The paper argues that the shared emphasis on non-dual consciousness fosters a cross-culture dialogue, revealing complementary pathways to self-realisation: one rooted in renunciation and metaphysical inquiry, the other in engaged individualism and social reform. By juxtaposing metaphysical claims, ethical implications, and historical exchanges (e.g., Emerson's reading of Upanishadic translations), the study illuminates how non-dual philosophy can enrich modern discourses on identify, ecology, and spiritual pluralism. The findings underscore the transformative potential of integrating Eastern non-dualism with Western individualism, offering a holistic vision of human unity without erasing culture particularities.

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Keywords: Advaita Vedanta, non-duality, Transcendentalism, Emerson, Thoreau, individualism, Oversoul, cross-cultural philosophy.

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This study investigates women's purchasing behaviors regarding beauty products in Mangalore City, utilizing data from 100 female participants of varying ages, occupations, and income levels. The research examines factors influencing their purchasing decisions, motivations, and product selection criteria. Findings indicate that women prioritize product composition, with over half examining ingredients before purchase, showing preference for natural, organic, or chemical-free options. Product efficacy is highly valued, with 82% of participants considering effectiveness very or extremely important. Price is not a predominant factor, as few cited it as their primary concern. Women generally allocate a modest budget, spending less than INR2,000 monthly on skincare and hair care rather than makeup. Their decisions are influenced by trusted sources, with recommendations from friends and family being most impactful, followed by online reviews and social media. Women ensure products align with their personal needs, skin type, or values. Most use beauty products for self-expression or personal satisfaction, rather than external pressures. While many view grooming as integral to their professional image, few feel compelled by societal expectations to use beauty products. Half of the respondents seek eco-friendly or environmentally safe options. The study reveals that women in Mangalore are discerning consumers, selecting products based on safety, efficacy, personal suitability, and ethical considerations, rather than advertisements or low prices. For brands, this emphasizes the importance of building trust through transparency, quality, and commitment to people and planet to engage this market.

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Women Consumers, Buying Behaviour, Beauty and Cosmetic Products, Product Ingredients and Efficacy, Mangalore City

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This paper presents a comprehensive deep learning framework for automated identification and classification of South Indian medicinal plants, with particular emphasis on species exhibiting closely similar leaf morphologies. The increasing loss of traditional botanical expertise combined with growing demands for reliable, scalable identification technologies in ethnomedicine, biodiversity conservation, and phytopharmaceuticals motivates this research. We developed a multi-source image dataset encompassing six vital medicinal plant species--Alfalfa, Aloevera, Fenugreek, Kadamba, Neem, and Papaya--systematically organized by organ type (leaves, flowers, fruits). The proposed framework implements both single-part and multi-part classification workflows using ResNet-34 architecture, optimized through transfer learning and validated using contemporary best practices. Results demonstrate marked improvement in classification performance when organ-level images are combined using ensemble voting techniques, achieving weighted average accuracy of 84% and F1-score of 0.88. The inclusion of reproductive organs (flowers, fruits) alongside vegetative parts effectively resolves ambiguities in morphologically similar species, establishing a robust, scalable, and interpretable workflow suitable for real-world ethnobotanical and healthcare applications.

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Medicinal plant classification, deep learning, multi-part recognition, ensemble voting, ResNet-34, ethnobotany, computer vision, South Indian flora

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BACKGROUND: Foot pain in women at any age can create a problem in daily routine. Many studies have found direct relation between pain and choice of footwear. AIM: The aim of this study was to stablish and determine the relation between choice of footwear and severity of foot pain. METHODOLOGY: A cross-sectional survey study was performed in Jaipur city to determine the relationship between this. Targeted population was 18-45 years of working and non-working females. Survey was done the use of self-designed Google form in English. RESULT: Result shows the relation between choice of footwear activities trigger the pain and foot pain. Among the footwear choices, Chappal was the first choice chosen by female participants followed by Sandal (flat), Sneakers, Heels (more than 2 inches) Mojdi, flip flop and Heels (less than 2 inches) respectively. Statistically, an association was found between foot pain and footwear with a p-value of less than 0.05. CONCLUSION: A strong association has been found between the foot pain and footwear types in this study statistically, with a p-value of less than 0.05. Those who chose Chappal (77) sneakers (49) and Heels more than 2 inches (42) have higher incidence of getting foot pain. We found that the main cause or triggering activity of foot pain was long time standing and household work. While some other activities which triggers the foot pain are walking, travelling and jogging to some extent.

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Foot pain, Footwear, Females, BMI, Activities.

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This article will be comparative analysis of Samuel Beckett's avant-garde play Waiting for Godot to Mahesh Elkunchwar's play Reflection (Pratibimb). The evaluation of two cultures and their distinct characteristics in relation with theatres will be evaluated. The plays will be analyzed according to the school of Theatre of the Absurd. Tracing of the existential elements will be made along with the hints of post- colonialist in respect to Indian context will be observed. The role of Mahesh Elkunchwar as an Indian playwright along with his contributions in respect to Indian background will be looked at. Thorough qualitative analysis along with analytical approach will be employed as the research methodology. At last, a comprehensive conclusion based on the analysis and assumption of the topic will be made.

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Theatre, Absurd, Authenticity, Existentialism, Essence, Stasis,

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Along with the physical evolution, the emotional and psychological evolution of humankind has been rather astonishing and remarkable. Walking upright was the end-goal, but forming societies, inculcating values and cultivating virtues has been an absolute masterstroke. Since time immemorial, humans have commanded pre-eminence over the entire planet all thanks to their exceptional ability to adopt, adapt and reinvent. Life has never been kind to anyone and our ancestors had a tough time figuring out the very basics that have been served up on a silver platter to the current generation. And yet, we remain unsatisfied. The current lot of humans prancing about the earth seem to have taken a liking for whining ; sulking over silly heartbreaks , constantly cribbing over missed opportunities , unknowingly gaslighting parents and siblings, sneaking off to unsupervised gatherings among other things becoming the norm of the society. A norm that is not only unnecessary but one that is downright detrimental to the societal fabric. Ripping apart the societal fabric may sound all exciting and rebellious but in reality, it is a ticking time-bomb ; a bomb that would strip the planet of all kinds of advancements and progress upon explosion, pushing the entire human race centuries back. No one would ever like to have centuries of progress and development undone and thus, there is an urgent need to get our act together. We must reiterate the ancient wisdom of adopting key life principles, adapting our mindset to navigate difficult situations and reinventing the way we think - replacing grumbling with gratitude , smart-alecky with sincerity, haughtiness with humility and contempt with consideration. We need to understand and realise the monumental significance of symbiosis, not only within the species but otherwise as well. Humans have survived the worst of disasters while clinging onto the last ray of hope. Resilience has kept people thriving in the bleakest of situations. Hence, it appears nurturing resilience is the need of the hour. Resilience is generally defined as the ability to bounce back from adversity with flexibility & strength, maintaining wellbeing despite challenges. Going by this definition, it most certainly is the virtue that needs to be immediately inculcated within the 'modern' humans. Inculcating a virtue means to implant or impress an idea on someone's mind, often by persistent repetition. This persistent repetition is known to have a lasting impact when it is seamlessly intertwined with literature. Reading stories that recount the valiant tales of the most ordinary of humans pushing and powering through life with effortless resilience can reawaken hope in the hearts of this overtly-practical generation. Magical Realism is a genre full of such stories which showcase the true power and potential of resilience. Unexplained magic , gruesome reality , sordid struggles and agonising trauma are intricately woven together to construct the narrative of magical realist texts.

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Evolution, Virtues, Resilience, Magical Realism

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Dr Bheemrao Ambedkar Ki Jan Sangathan Ranneetiya Aur Dalit Rajneetik Chetna ka Uday (1917-1956): Ek Samajik-Rajneetik Vishleshan

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Dr Bheemrao Ambedkar Ki Jan Sangathan Ranneetiya Aur Dalit Rajneetik Chetna ka Uday (1917-1956): Ek Samajik-Rajneetik Vishleshan

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