Volume 13 | Issue 3 |

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Analysis of the utility of ancient Indian knowledge tradition in the current education system

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Analysis of the utility of ancient Indian knowledge tradition in the current education system

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Housing is a basic human need and a key indicator of socio-economic development. The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U), launched in 2015 by the Government of India, aims to provide "Housing for All. In Chhattisgarh, the scheme has achieved substantial progress, with over 4.6 lakh houses sanctioned and nearly 3.8 lakh completed as of 2024. The Raipur Division--comprising Raipur, Mahasamund, Dhamtari, Balodabazar, and Gariyaband--has been one of the most active regions in implementing PMAY-U, contributing significantly to the state's overall housing performance. The present study reviews the progress of PMAY-U implementation in the Raipur Division using secondary data sources such as reports from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), Chhattisgarh Housing Board, and State Urban Development Agency (SUDA). The findings indicate that Raipur district alone accounts for approximately 35% of the total sanctioned units in the division, reflecting effective coordination between state and urban local bodies. Beneficiary-Led Construction (BLC) and Affordable Housing in Partnership (AHP) components have emerged as the dominant modes of implementation. Despite challenges such as land availability, beneficiary contribution delays, and administrative bottlenecks. The Raipur Division, being one of the key urban clusters, has made considerable strides in the construction and allocation of affordable housing units. This progress is part of the broader state-level momentum, where Chhattisgarh has actively facilitated the execution of PMAY-U by efficiently channelizing both central and state financial resources.

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ULB, CG, EWS, BLC

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This study explores Impact of Social Justice Movements in India on Policy. Social justice movements in India have been instrumental in challenging systemic injustices and advocating for policy reforms that promote equality and justice. Historically rooted in struggles against caste discrimination, gender inequality, and economic disparities, social justice movements in India have mobilized diverse communities to address entrenched inequalities. Women's rights movements have campaigned for legislative changes, including laws against dowry harassment and domestic violence, and have pushed for greater political representation and economic empowerment for women. Environmental justice movements have highlighted issues of land rights, pollution, and climate justice, influencing policies on resource management and sustainable development. This study critically examines the role of social justice movements in influencing political change across democratic and authoritarian regimes. Social justice movements--collective efforts aimed at rectifying systemic inequalities related to race, gender, class, sexuality, and other axes of identity--have historically played a transformative role in shaping public discourse, policymaking, and institutional reform. The study also explores the dynamic interplay between movements and the state, emphasizing how governments respond through policy adaptation, repression, or co-optation. Furthermore, it assesses the long-term effectiveness of social justice movements in securing structural changes, such as the expansion of civil rights, police and criminal justice reform, and shifts in public policy narratives. The analysis incorporates both qualitative case studies and quantitative data on protest frequency, public opinion shifts, and legislative outcomes. Findings suggest that while not all social justice movements achieve their stated goals, their cumulative influence significantly alters the political landscape by redefining what issues are seen as politically urgent and morally compelling. The paper concludes by discussing the conditions under which social justice movements are most likely to affect political change, including the presence of institutional allies, widespread public support, and strategic framing of demands. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of how collective action fosters political accountability and social transformation in the 21st century.

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Social justice movements, Political change, Activism, Grassroots mobilization, Policy reform, civil rights, Political transformation, Collective action, Systemic inequality, Social movements

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The present investigation aims to examine the impact of resistance training combined with specific skill exercises on the cardio-respiratory endurance of male intercollegiate Kabaddi players. For this reason, a total of 40 male players from degree colleges in Bengaluru (Karnataka, India) were randomly divided into two groups: the Experimental Group (Group-A, 20 players), which underwent resistance training integrated with specific skill exercises and the Control Group (Group-B, 20 players), which followed their regular routine without additional training. Baseline (pre-test) cardio-respiratory endurance was measured for both groups using Cooper's 12-Minute Run/Walk Test (measured in meters). The experimental group participated in the resistance training and skill exercise programmes five days a week for twelve weeks, while the control group continued their usual schedule. After the training period, post-test scores were collected. Statistical analysis was performed using paired 't' test and independent sample 't' test at 0.05 and 0.01 significance levels with the help of SPSS and MS Excel. The findings revealed significant changes in cardio-respiratory endurance among Kabaddi players who underwent resistance training combined with specific skill exercises compared to the control group. This improvement might be because the resistance training helped the kabaddi players build muscle strength as well as stamina, improving their oxygen intake along with ability to perform for longer periods. Also, practicing specific Kabaddi skills along with training may have enhanced their game movements, leading to better endurance.

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Resistance Training, cardio-respiratory endurance, specific skill exercises, Kabaddi, Intercollegiate Male Players.

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Abstract The Climate change poses a serious threat to India's economic development through multiple channels: declining labor productivity, damage to infrastructure, loss in agricultural output, increased health burdens, and mounting adaptation costs. This paper assesses the projected economic losses to India under different emissions and warming scenarios, estimates the costs of adaptation and mitigation, and examines how these costs interact with development goals. We also analyze policy options that can help minimize these losses while supporting sustainable growth. Our findings suggest that under a high emissions scenario, India could face GDP losses of 20-25 per cent by 2070 and much higher by 2100. The cost of adapting to climate change by 2030 projected in the many trillions of rupees, imposing a substantial burden but also offering opportunities for innovation, resilience, and inclusive development. Climate change is already affecting India through rising temperatures, changing monsoon patterns, more frequent and severe extreme events, and slow-onset changes that undermine productivity and infrastructure. Using recent literature and institutional estimates, this paper synthesizes evidence on the channels through which climate change reduces output in agriculture, labor productivity, health, and infrastructure, and quantifies likely macroeconomic costs under plausible scenarios. The evidence suggests substantial short and long-term costs: sectoral losses (especially in agriculture and informal labor) and fiscal strains from disaster response and adaptation investments could reduce growth and push millions back into poverty if unaddressed. The article closes with prioritized policy responses-strengthening climate-resilient agriculture, expanding social protection, investing in nature-based solutions and cooling infrastructure, and mobilizing green finance.

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Key words: Climate change, Economic development, Sustainable growth, GDP

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1857 ka sangram : ek samgra vivechan

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1857 ka sangram : ek samgra vivechan

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In the digital age, the alignment of technology with business objectives has become an essential component of organizational success, particularly in the context of digital transformation. This paper proposes a comprehensive framework to guide organizations in aligning their technological investments with business strategies, focusing on the key components of strategic alignment, technology infrastructure, organizational culture, leadership, change management, and customer-centricity. The framework is designed to address the complexity of digital transformation and offer practical solutions for organizations to optimize their digital initiatives. While the framework provides a structured approach, it acknowledges certain limitations, such as its context-specific applicability and the rapidly evolving nature of technology. The paper concludes by outlining several future research directions to further refine and expand the framework, including the integration of emerging technologies, industry-specific adaptations, and a deeper exploration of the human and cultural dimensions of digital transformation.

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Digital Transformation, Technology Alignment, Business Strategy, Organizational Culture, Strategic

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This aim of research is to find out the relationship between academic achievement and social media awareness among secondary school students and also find out the effect of sex, type of management and awareness levels about social media of students on their academic achievement. A total of 120 students (60 boys and 60 girls) were selected from three types of school management - government, private aided, and private unaided - in Chikkaballapur Taluk of Chikkaballapura District, Karnataka. For data collection, a self-constructed Students' Social Media Awareness Scale was used to measure students' awareness of social media, while academic achievement scores were obtained from school records based on students' marks. The researcher personally visited the selected schools to collect demographic details and administer the research tools. In this study, academic achievement was considered the dependent variable, whereas social media awareness served as the independent variable. Background variables included sex and type of school management. The data collected was statistically analyzed using independent t-tests, One-Way ANOVA, and Karl Pearson's Product Moment Correlation Coefficient with the help of the SPSS software package. The findings of this research are expected to provide knowledge into how social media awareness impacts students' academic performance. Understanding this relationship will help educators and policymakers design better strategies to enhance academic achievement by considering students' social media awareness. This study adds to the ongoing discourse on social media's influence in the educational context and offers practical implications for secondary school education.

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Student engagement, social media, secondary school students, sex, type of management.

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As organizations continue their digital transformation journeys, the integration of procurement processes within Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems using Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and XML gateways has emerged as a strategic enabler for supply chain efficiency. This review synthesizes current research on the application of EDI and XML technologies in procurement automation, evaluates their operational benefits, and presents a theoretical framework to optimize ERP-integrated procurement. Through comparative analysis and simulated experimental data, the review demonstrates significant improvements in procurement cycle time, cost efficiency, and error reduction. The paper concludes with future research directions emphasizing AI, blockchain, and adaptive integration frameworks to enhance procurement performance and resilience.

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ERP Integration, EDI, XML Gateway, Procurement Automation, Digital Supply Chain, Procurement Optimization, Enterprise Systems, Supply Chain Technology, Transaction Cost, Interoperability

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As organizations increasingly adopt hybrid infrastructure environments, the need for unified and secure authentication across platforms becomes imperative. Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems integrated with Windows Active Directory (AD) using the Pluggable Authentication Module (PAM) offer a scalable solution to this challenge. This review explores the architectural, operational, and security components involved in building such authentication frameworks. It analyzes PAM's role as an extensible interface, evaluates AD integration via SSSD and Winbind, and presents experimental performance benchmarks. Key findings highlight that SSSD outperforms legacy methods in terms of reliability, latency, and security. The article also identifies critical limitations in current integration strategies and outlines future research directions to enhance interoperability, observability, and automation. The work aims to assist system architects and IT administrators in designing robust, cross-platform identity solutions rooted in best practices and modern authentication standards.

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Active Directory integration; PAM; Red Hat Enterprise Linux; Cross-platform authentication; Kerberos; SSSD; Winbind; Identity management; LDAP; Hybrid infrastructure

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