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Total Quality Management (TQM) has been a widely researched area, and numerous researchers have highlighted the benefits of implementing TQM philosophy in organisations. TQM practices in organisations have advanced over time and have significant impact on organisational performance. The study attempts to gain insight of the nature of practice of Total Quality Management and to understand the relationship between organisational performance and practice of TQM in the ISO 9000 certified manufacturing organisations in Kerala. Variables related to TQM and Quality performance and Organisational performance in the Kerala state scenario are identified in the light of review of literature and consultation from experts. The changes in the practice of TQM in the organisations after the acquisition of ISO 9000 certification is analysed. Data is collected from managers in ISO 9000 Certified manufacturing organisations in public and private sector. Findings reveal that there is improvement in practice of TQM in manufacturing organisations after getting ISO 9000 certification. A causal model on relationship of the practice of TQM and organizational performance in ISO 9000 certified manufacturing organisations in Kerala is put forth. The study revealed that there exists significant relationship between TQM practice and ISO 9000 certification among the manufacturing organisations in Kerala. Suggestions for the better implementation of TQM in ISO 9000 certified manufacturing organisations are formulated.

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Total Quality Management, Organisational Performance, ISO 9000 certified manufacturing organisations, Kerala.

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Poverty and food security are complex and multidimensional in character and both are interlinked. Eradication of poverty and provision of food security is indispensible for economic growth and development. The objective of the study is to focus on three important aspects of food security namely, -role of public distribution system, prevention of food wastage and scope of technology/bio-technology in achieving the objective of food security to eradicate poverty. Public distribution is corrupt and inefficient therefore, efforts should be made to eliminate corruption (36% of cereals are sold in black market). Food wastage is inevitable because of traditional practices and methods which have strong resistance to change. Technology in particular bio-technology is giving us hope by adding nutritional value and stimulating agricultural production besides conservation of natural resources. So food security is an ambition to be achieved in the years to come.

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poverty eradication, Above poverty line and Below poverty line, food security, public distribution system (PDS), food wastage, technology/bio-technology, nutrition

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Key words: Green Consumerism, Environmentalism, Green Products.

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Binary and ternary mixtures of sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS), cethylpyridinium chloride (CPC) and polyethylene glycol hexadecyl ether (BRIJ-58) were mixed in different mole ratios to prepare aqueous homogeneous solutions. Their surface tensions were measured and studied in details. Accordingly critical micelle concentration (CMC), activity coefficients, interfacial adsorption, minimum area per molecule and energy related parameters for binary and ternary systems were assessed.

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Dodecyl sulfate (SDS), cethylpyridinium chloride (CPC) polyethylene glycol hexadecyl ether (BRIJ-58) ,CMC, specific conductivity, ternary combinations etc.

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The use of non-renewable fuels for meeting rising demands of power generation is the main challenge that the world will face in next few years. Keeping this in mind among all the renewable sources of energy wind, hydro and solar, solar energy is the best and most beneficial. In order to harvest the energy of sun coming from sun to earth many different types of solar panels are used. Harvesting this energy efficiently throughout the day is a major challenge so in order to maximize the efficiency of solar panels systems for sun rays tracking are required. In this study various types of systems for sun rays tracking are discussed and the best among them is studied. In this study a thorough study has been done on the various types of devices for sun rays tracking throughout the day developed all over the world. It has been find out that these tracking devices can be classified into single axis and dual axis tracking systems based on the process by which they work in order to track sun most effectively and efficiently.

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Study and Analysis of the Influencing Factors in Optical Performance of Horizontal Single Solar Photovoltaic Arrays.

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Incorporation of biosynthesis technique into nanotechnology is a significant step in nanoscience research because this green protocol of synthesizing nanoparticles is cost effective, quite safe and eco-friendly compared to the conventional chemical and physical methods. For these reasons, in recent years, this green and bio-based route for the preparation of nanoparticles has gained much attention, and many metal and metal oxide nanoparticles have been prepared by using this method in which plant source, bacteria, fungus and some biological materials are used. In this paper it is reported that the biosynthesis of Tin Oxide nanoparticles (SnO2-NPs) using guava leaf exact. Inorganic-organic hybrid nanocomposites are synthesized by dispersing nanosized SnO2 in the conducting polypyrrole matrix. The morphology of crystalline phase of nanocomposite was determined from Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopes (TEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) spectra. The average size of SnO2 nanoparticles was in the range of 15 nm and the observed morphology was spherical. Complex impedance and dielectric permittivity of SnO2-PPY nanocomposite have been investigated as a function of frequency and temperature at different compositions. The dielectric permittivity 3800 is observed. Large value of permittivity is well described by Maxwell-Wagner polarization. Broad and asymmetric dielectric spectra are analyzed by Harviliak - Nigami relaxation function.

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Green Synthesis, SnO2 nanoparticles, SnO2-PPY nanocomposites, dielectric properties

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(To accomplish an economy's financial well-being, public, private, and foreign sector banks must work together. Their existence is one of the most important factors in increasing competition and improving the country's banking system's efficiency. A study of the productivity of public, private, and international banks operating in India has been undertaken. Various statistical values were calculated using data from 2001 to 2015 linked to productivity indices. The Kolmogorov-Smirnov and Shapiro-Wilk tests are used to determine if a distribution is normal. The homogeneity of variance is checked using Levene's test, and the mean is utilised as the foundation for variance comparison. The Kruskal-Wallis Evaluate was performed to test the hypothesis of the dependent samples.)

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Productivity, credit deposit ratio, Profitability,return on assets, return on equity,

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and social qualities that are considered to be desirable by the society. It provides that much of energy which is so very necessary for every person to withstand the wear and tear of the struggle for existence. According to the National Association of Sports and Physical Education, physical education consists of four components: opportunity to learn, meaningful content, appropriate instruction and student and program assessment. Physical education helps students develop a positive attitude towards physical activity

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prises as a mother ensures her kids against the en

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The Research design is planned to provide a suitable structure for a study. It is an important part of any research work. As we know that research is to see what everybody has seen and is to think what nobody else has thought there are a number of pathways used in this research technique design. The aims of this endeavour are to design the methodology of the research pathway through various types of research design. The research pathway also clinches the researchers on how to come across the research outcome findings. Research design is not attached to any particular skill of data assortment or any particular kind of data. This study has sketched the Meaning of Research Design, Types of Research Design, Characteristics of Research Design, Need for Research Design, Different Research Design and Important Concepts relating to Research Design. The research design is directed for the different objectives. However, the fundamental objectives of this study are to make the investigator homely with the word research design. The endeavor will particularly make an effort to make the investigator familiar with the various feather of research design. It will also discuss various outlooks of research design and its structure.

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Research Design, Origin, Exploratory Design, Explanatory Design, Experimental Design.

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The era of technology has brought a variety of approaches that aim to improve the quality of service. This has changed from the traditional scopes of practice to a technically superior age where the machine plays a critical part in society. This has also raised competitiveness since every faction is obsessed with being the best, providing the best quality of service, and appealing to several intricate domains. These systems have a way to ensure data and information are safeguarded by firewalls that encrypt the data preventing any leakage or breaking the confidentiality between two individuals bound by an agreement of privilege and trust. However, these systems can be hacked or information sullied by cyber terrorists. These crimes have egregious implications and pose ethical dilemmas since crucial personal data is no longer covertly preserved. Some of these implications can prove to be detrimental for several actors. For instance, if critical personal records and history are leaked or shared between or among individuals who do not have the authority or jurisdiction to do so, this is considered a cyber-crime. As such, the law is allowed to prosecute and charge that individual. This paper aims to identify the underpinning factors that promote Data Science in Healthcare and provision. It highlights the study's relevance today and how we can relate to the changing scope of Medicine. It then outlines the significance of the research and use of Data Sciences in the United States. Through a variety of literature on the subject, this paper outlines how Artificial Intelligence functions in the 21st Century and how it has revolutionized the practice of practically every single relevant field and or sector. The main points discussed are the changing scope and practice of health, the utility of Artificial Intelligence and adoption of Data Science in Healthcare, and the significance to the U.S.

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Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare, Data Science, Technology, Security and privacy

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In this research, the properties of Fe doped NiO systems are studied as the material dimensions are reduced to nanometer length scales. The samples are prepared by sintering the corresponding precursor in air at temperature 600oC. The synthesis was done by a chemical co-precipitation and post-thermal decomposition method. Polycrystalline monophase pure Ni1-xFexO (x=0.04) have been obtained as evident from x-ray diffraction study. Higher concentration of Fe leads to the formation of different materials and phases like NiO, NiFe2O4, Fe2O3 etc. Microstructural analysis revealed the presence of monodispersed spherical particles of average size 12 nm and lattice strain 0.65. Magnetic measurements clearly reveal the ferromagnetic behaviour at room temperature. The semiconducting behaviour of the sample is ensured by performing conductivity study. The optical characterization is done for the sample to study the energy level characteristic.

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DMS, nanoparticle, ferromagnetism, spintronics.

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Parallel economy or shadow economy has been thriving worldwide. Cashless economy is the aim of world nations to prevent the onward march of black money and its associated evils. Cashless economy, adopted by many world economies, claims it as a fight against black money and parallel economy that begets economic terrorism. This article analyses the relationship between cashless economy and sexual privacy of the people. As an economy moves to cashless economy, what will happen to the sexual privacy of people who seek sex outside the normal mating space of a family? Sex is, even today, a taboo topic. Initiating a political discourse on sexuality and sexual choices is an impossible thing in country like India where patriarchy rules and command. The article tries to make a conceptual clarity of the terms- sexual privacy and sexual rights- based on IPPF declaration on sexual rights and shares some concerns on how shifting to a cashless economy may affect sexual privacy, sexual rights and sexual choices of people, including sex workers and their clients.

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Sexuality, Sexual Privacy, Sexual Rights, Cashless Economy

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Keywords:- Sportsperson, Non-Sportsperson, Mental Health, Well-Being, Physical Fitness, Physical Exercise.

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Dynamics of Rural Development

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Key Words: Anxiety Management, Concentration, Confidence, Mental Preparation, Motivation, Team-emphasis, Gender, Psychological Skills.

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advertising, ad campaign, television ads, branding, consumer buying, celebrity endorsement, buying behaviour

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IMPACT OF TANK REHABILITATION PROJECT PONDICHERRY

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IMPACT OF TANK REHABILITATION PROJECT PONDICHERRY

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This paper explores the concept of Machine learning and its emergence as a useful technological advancement in various industries over the years as well as what its future looks like in the United States. This research paper is exploratory. There will be the use of secondary data obtained from various scholars who have documented how Machine Learning has been growing and transforming various sectors of the economy over the years. Most organizations have adopted the use of Machine Learning in this competitive era as most industries look at taking over huge segments of the economy. Machine Learning has been the talk of various stakeholders in the technological world but there are high expectations that it will grow more beyond its current status. Most industries have undergone massive technological changes in this competitive era. Many organizations are prepared to embrace the changes and as they intend to be more competitive [1]. The scope of artificial intelligence (AI) in various sectors of the economy like e-commerce, education, and health has increased over the years. Many companies are now investing in developing their AI and machine learning technologies to be efficient as compared to the traditional approaches. In the education field, Artificial intelligence has been adopted to reach out to students in remote areas. AI applications have supported personalized education and dialog system, a review of student progress reports, facilitate in game-based education as well as student support Chabot system. The study concludes that all sectors need to embrace the Machine learning framework to boost business operations in various economic sectors [2]. Since its inception, technologists have taken great steps to benefit from machine learning. Despite progress and advancements in machine learning, several main issues still prevail in organizational scaling due to manual processes and poor collaboration as well as overlapping resources that impede agility. Luckily, organizations particularly strive to make the most out of machine learning in the future [3]. Computer system specialists will now continue to increase their skills by designing, delivering, and improving on quality assurance to be prepared for the future artificial intelligence level. Every project team must be equipped to confront many important challenges that may arise. With the introduction of a robotic system, this trend has taken an exponential pace. Currently, the machine learning progression continues to build on improved coordination and automation concepts to improve application features, designs, and testing. In the U.S. the ongoing improvements of machine learning are noticeable in an almost limitless market. Machine learning is becoming a critical component of economic growth in this highly competitive age of technology [3]. Machine learning was a key element and shaped the technological environment, and many experts expect machine learning to be the norm and increase dramatically in the coming years.

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Artificial intelligence, machine learning Automation, Software architecture

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Karavali Karnatakada Budakattu Samudayagala Samajika Parampare

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Karavali Karnatakada Budakattu Samudayagala Samajika Parampare

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Empowering girls and women is the key to economic growth, political stability, and social transformation. World leaders, experts and scholars alike are lauding their voice to this vital endeavour. Mahatma Gandhi emphasized on women�s power and highlighted that if non-violence is the law of our being, the future is with the woman. Mr. Barack Obama, 44th US President rightly said when women succeed; nations are more safe, secure and prosperous. Kofi Annan, 7th UN Secretary-General pointed out that there is no tool for development more effective than the empowerment of women. However, Prof. Amartya Sen, Nobel Prize Laureate in Economics highlighted that empowering women is key to building a future we want. Empowering women contribute to the well-being and efficiency of whole families and communities, thereby improving prospects for the next generation.

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POLITICAL EMPOWERMENT OF WOMEN: PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS

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