South India Journal of Social Sciences
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description: South India Journal of Social Sciences (SIJSS) is a UGC-CARE listed, bimonthly journal published by the Academy of Social Sciences, an organization registered under the Society’s Act. The journal covers a wide range of areas within the social sciences, including sociology, anthropology, economics, political science, history, and more. Since its establishment in 2003 as a print journal (ISSN: 0972-8945), SIJSS has been committed to promoting high-quality research and scholarly discourse in the field of social sciences. In 2024, the journal was assigned an online ISSN (3048-6165), further strengthening its digital identity. Beginning April 2025, SIJSS transitioned to a bimonthly edition with a strong online presence, making its content more accessible to readers and authors worldwide. The journal uses the Open Journal System (OJS) to manage the complete researcher-to-reader workflow, including submission, peer review, and production.
publisher: Academy of Social Sciences
language: en
publication name: South India Journal of Social Sciences
issn: 0972-8945
items: Reimagining Development, Toward Sustainability and Inclusion
items: User Fees in Public Healthcare: A Willingness-to-Pay Study in Kerala, India
items: Water Crisis by Design: Unpacking India’s Political Economy of Water Crisis Through the Marxist Framework of Environmental Justice
items: The Impact of Rainfall Variability on Occupational Diversification of Farm Households In Rural Assam
items: Empowerment through Policy Framework: An Analysis of the Draft National Policy for Persons with Disabilities
items: Impact of Education and Occupational Background on Livelihood Diversification of Tribal People in Hill Tripura
items: Socio Economic Conditions of Coir Workers in Tamilnadu – A Study with Special Reference To Paramathi Velur Taluk of Namakkal District
items: Examining The Dynamics of Personality Traits And Religiosity in Shaping Investment Biases: A Gendered Perspective
items: The Wage Divide: Analyzing Wage Disparities between Contract and Permanent Workers
items: Assessing Digital Financial Service Awareness, Usage and Impact on Tribal socio-economic Condition
items: A Quantitative Evaluation of Severity of Disease Index due to Consumption of Arsenic contaminated Groundwater in Assam, India
items: Determinants and Barriers of Crop Diversification: A Case Study of Water User Associations Group in Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal
items: Assessment of Landslide Susceptibility in the Himalayan Region: A Case Study of Rishikesh-Yamunotri Corridor
items: Occupational Stress among the Women Police Officers in Southern India
items: Financial Literacy as A Catalyst for Digital Banking Adoption: Evidence From Rural And Urban Women
items: Changing Nature of Electoral Democracy in Delhi: A Lok Sabha Perspective
items: Sufism In South Asia: Past, Present And Future
items: UN Sustainable Development Goals Research: Insights from Bibliometric Analysis of Top NIRF-ranked Universities
items: The Power of Perceived Organisational Support in Shaping Organisational Commitment: The Mediating Roles of Self-Efficacy and Job Satisfaction
items: Contested Belonging: Citizenship, Migration, and Identity Politics in Assam
items: GST And Constitutional Federalism in India: A Critical Analysis of Article 246a's Impact on Centre-State Fiscal Relations
items: In-Charge Financial Distress/Financial Well-Being Scale: Score interpretation and reliability in the context of informal construction workers in West Bengal
items: SHG-Bank Linkages in Uttar Pradesh: Pathways to Women Empowerment through Micro-finance
items: Opaque Political Funding: The Indian Experience on the Electoral Bond Scheme
items: The Middle-Way of Diplomacy: Buddhism and Japan-India Relations
items: Understanding the Socio-Economic Dynamics of the Marginalized Meo Community in Ujina Village of Nuh District, Haryana
items: Fear of Missing Out: A Catalyst for Investment Choices
items: Educational Initiatives for Empowerment of Scheduled Tribe: A Case Study of Ladakh
items: Cultural Continuity and Change: Analysing the Socio-Cultural and Historical Significance of Uttarakhand's Fairs in the Age of Globalisation
items: Labour Flexibility in the Information Technology Industry: 21st Century Developments

Reimagining Development, Toward Sustainability and Inclusion
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description: Section: Editor's Note Keywords: Sustainability, Inclusion, SGD, ESG The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) declared by the UNO have strengthened the need for academic reflection. Along with sustainability, the ideal of inclusion in a diversified society like India makes the objectives of development very focused. We have 17 research papers written on the above theme. As we navigate the complexities of 21 Century development, two imperatives have emerged as inseparable: environmental sustainability and social inclusion. This special edition covers diverse aspects examining how these twin goals manifest across India’s economic landscape. What strikes me most powerfully in reviewing these contributions is not merely the empirical evidence they provide, but the fundamental questions they raise about our development model itself. THE SUSTAINABILITY IMPERATIVE: RHETORIC VERSUS REALITY The ESG Paradox Much has been proclaimed about Environmental, Social, and Governance principles transforming corporate India. Yet the evidence presented here compels uncomfortable honesty: we remain trapped between aspiration and achievement. Whether examining petroleum giants pursuing net-zero commitments, banks claiming sustainable finance credentials, or agricultural enterprises adopting green practices, a consistent pattern emerges, ESG integration remains superficial, driven more by regulatory compliance and international market pressures than genuine transformation. What particularly concerns me is the disconnect between ESG scores and actual outcomes. When major corporations achieve only moderate sustainability ratings that correlate minimally with financial performance, we must ask whether we are measuring what matters or merely what is convenient to measure. The banking sector analysis reveals an even more troubling reality: sustainability efforts sometimes inversely correlate with market valuation, suggesting that investors remain unconvinced or that implementation costs outw…
subject: Editor's Note
  topic: section
subject: Sustainability
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subject: Inclusion
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subject: SGD
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subject: ESG
  topic: keywords
creator: Murthy M R
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-11-05
publication date: 2025-11-05
doi: 10.62656/

User Fees in Public Healthcare: A Willingness-to-Pay Study in Kerala, India
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management Keywords: Cost of treatment, Financing, Healthcare, User fees, Willingness-to-pay Subjects: Health Economics This study examines the willingness to pay (WTP) for tertiary public healthcare services in Kerala, a state with a high prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and significant out-of-pocket healthcare expenditures. Data were collected from in-patients at Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, using structured interviews to assess the socio-economic determinants influencing WTP. The findings reveal that socio-economic variables such as age, caste, education, employment status, and economic background significantly impact WTP. Urban patients, those with higher education levels, and regular income earners were willing to pay more for improved healthcare services, while patients from economically weaker backgrounds expressed lower WTP. The study also highlights the inadequacies in the current public healthcare system, such as insufficient laboratory facilities, leading to increased reliance on costly private institutions. The results underscore the potential of WTP-based user fees to enhance service quality and financial sustainability while addressing urban-rural disparities and economic inequities. However, careful policy design, including subsidies and exemptions for low-income groups, is essential to ensure affordability and accessibility. The study provides insights into sustainable healthcare financing models tailored to the socio-economic realities of Kerala.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: Cost of treatment
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subject: Financing, Healthcare
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subject: User fees
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subject: Willingness-to-pay
  topic: keywords
subject: Health Economics
  topic: subjects
creator: Resmi R
creator: Anitha V
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-10-31
publication date: 2025-10-31
starting page: 5
ending page: 8
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i5.1862

Water Crisis by Design: Unpacking India’s Political Economy of Water Crisis Through the Marxist Framework of Environmental Justice
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management Keywords: Unpacking, Political Economy , Marxist Framework , Environmental Justice India represents around 18 % of the world's population as one of the most populated countries, leaving behind China, and only 4 % of global fresh water resources for drinking water. According to the World Bank's estimates, around 163 million people face clean and fresh water availability for drinking purposes. In terms of the impact of polluted and unclean water, nearly 21 per cent of communicable diseases in India are linked to unsafe water, and around 500 children die every day due to diarrhoea. Thus, the water crisis in India is severe, and India's population is facing the worst crisis of water for drinking purposes as well as other purposes related to life and health. Despite the Constitution of India being an egalitarian document that guarantees certain fundamental rights in Parts III and IV without these guarantees and their inalienability, the scarcity of availability of fresh water or clean water has become so acute in India that billions of people, especially the underprivileged and peripheral, are deprived of their basic need for water. Without fulfilling this basic need of water, the meaning of life is meaningless, and the concept of right to life, envisaged under Article 21 of the Constitution and recognised by the judicial pronouncements, is of no practical use. This paper will deal with the fundamental question of whether the water crisis in India is by design or just incidental. In this regard, policies and laws will be briefly analysed and why the judiciary interpreted Article 21 of the Constitution to recognise the right to clean water as an integral part of the right to life in its broader sense of term and meaning. The Marxist framework of environmental justice will be adopted to unpack the political economy of the water crisis in India. The central focus of the analysis of the politic…
subject: Articles
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subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: Unpacking
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subject: Political Economy
  topic: keywords
subject: Marxist Framework
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subject: Environmental Justice
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creator: Amit Kumar Singh
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-11-05
publication date: 2025-11-05
starting page: 12
ending page: 15
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i6S.2254

The Impact of Rainfall Variability on Occupational Diversification of Farm Households In Rural Assam
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management, Geography, Environmental Studies, Sustainable Development & Area Studies Keywords: Rainfall variability, rural non-farm employm, intensity of occupational diversification , rural Assam Subjects: Climate change , Occupational diversification Occupational diversification from farm to the rural non-farm sector (RNFS) has become a major livelihood option in rural India. Among the various factors affecting diversification, the impact of changing climatic condition has become a prime cause of concern. Although its impact is felt everywhere, yet the state of Assam being not only prone to frequent floods and soil erosion, is also heavily dependent on rainfall for irrigation. Therefore, any change in climatic condition is likely to affect farm output and income immensely. Further, growth of the RNFS is also highest in Assam compared to other North-Eastern states which points towards a plausible link between climate change and occupational diversification. The present paper is an attempt to empirically analyse this relation between rainfall variability and farm household’s diversification strategy where not only the decision of diversification but also its intensity is studied. To fulfill the objective, a Double Hurdle model is applied where we found that farm households adopt a diversified livelihood as a response to mitigate risks associated with rainfall variability. They also increase their participation in non-farm employment where more working members shift to this sector as risk reduction strategy. Even in the presence of irrigation intensity, farm households’ likelihood to engage in non-farm activities is still positive. Therefore, policies should focus on infrastructural development that is likely to facilitate easy access to farm inputs and also accelerate growth of the RNFS as well.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: Geography, Environmental Studies, Sustainable Development & Area Studies
  topic: category
subject: Rainfall variability
  topic: keywords
subject: rural non-farm employm
  topic: keywords
subject: intensity of occupational diversification
  topic: keywords
subject: rural Assam
  topic: keywords
subject: Climate change
  topic: subjects
subject: Occupational diversification
  topic: subjects
creator: Kashmiri Das
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-08-31
publication date: 2025-08-31
starting page: 18
ending page: 22
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i4.1922

Empowerment through Policy Framework: An Analysis of the Draft National Policy for Persons with Disabilities
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Anthropology, Sociology, Social Work, History & Archeology, Political Science, Public Policy, Law & International Relations Keywords: Disability, Empowerment, Inclusion, National Policy, Policy for Persons with Disabilities Subjects: Disability, Empowerment, Inclusion, National policy The National Sample Survey report (2018) in India describes that the prevalence of disability is 2.2 %, which is similar to the figures from the 2011 census i.e. In India of the 2011 census, there were 2.68 crores of persons living with disabilities. In 2006, the Indian Government framed a national policy for differently-abled persons covering the prevention and rehabilitation of disabilities. It also focuses on the rehabilitation of women and children with disabilities, facilitating a barrier-free environment, improving social security, initiating research, and formulating guidelines, among others. Later after 15 years, in 2021, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment released a draft National Policy for Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan). The scenario in 2021 has faced many changes compared to that of 2006. One important legislative development was the implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act in 2016, followed by the adoption of the National Education Policy in 2020. In better alignment with global initiatives, India ratified UNCRPD and acceded to various international resolutions directly or indirectly related to PwDs. The paper illustrates India's National policy for persons with disabilities. Generally, governments' policies are a means and mechanism for addressing the needs of citizens. Even in terms of disability, this existing policy and the new draft is a vehicle of sought-after change, which is the empowerment and inclusion of PwDs. Hence, the policy should consider the needs of the recipients and that it can meet those needs. The purpose of the current paper is to analyse the current policy as well as the recent d…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Anthropology, Sociology, Social Work, History & Archeology
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subject: Political Science, Public Policy, Law & International Relations
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subject: Disability
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subject: Empowerment
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subject: Inclusion
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subject: National Policy
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subject: Policy for Persons with Disabilities
  topic: keywords
subject: Disability
  topic: subjects
subject: Empowerment
  topic: subjects
subject: Inclusion
  topic: subjects
subject: National policy
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creator: Asish Dineshan
creator: Geetha B
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-08-31
publication date: 2025-08-31
starting page: 62
ending page: 66
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i4.1740

Impact of Education and Occupational Background on Livelihood Diversification of Tribal People in Hill Tripura
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management Keywords: Livelihood, Land, Education, Work Participation Rate, Rural Tripura The present research focusses the livelihood diversification and its possible determinants of the tribal people in rural Tripura. Tripura is characterized as diverse features of cultural and socio-economic structure. These distinct features of the state stimulated the multiple sources of income earning of rural people in Tripura. Again, the diverse topography of the state encouraged to multiple choice of earnings strategy. The tribal population predominantly lived in hill Tripura and practices traditional method of production to generate income. However, several factors influenced to generate income of these people in the present era of development. Consequently, the present research investigated the factors of livelihood diversification of rural people in Tripura. We assumed level of education, households' land holding and number of workers per household are the key determinants of livelihood diversification or multiple choice of earning. We surveyed three adjacent villages in hill Tripura and applied a multiple linear regression technique for this purpose. We obtained significant results.
subject: Articles
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subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: Livelihood
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subject: Land
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subject: Education
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subject: Work Participation Rate
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subject: Rural Tripura
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creator: DILIP RANA
creator: Manik Bhattacharya
creator: Amrity Debbarma
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-11-05
publication date: 2025-11-05
starting page: 39
ending page: 43
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i6S.2247

Socio Economic Conditions of Coir Workers in Tamilnadu – A Study with Special Reference To Paramathi Velur Taluk of Namakkal District
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description: Section: Articles Keywords: Coir, Brown Fibre, Socio Economic Conditions, Cottages, Coir Industries, Coir Yarn ABSTRACT: In India coir is produced from coconut trees, known as cocosnucifera and sometimes as cocos fibre. Water and salt water can damage the natural fiber due to the high water content of coir fibers. The history of coir in the world indicates that the introduction of coir in the England. From the moment Indian coir produced in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Goa and Orissa took over European and global markets, the power and dominance of Indian coir was in a success position and it held without retreating. Large corporate firms soon set up coir factories in other areas such as Pollachi, Kanniyakumari, Thanjavur, Salem and Namakkal coir industry was established as the most important hereditary cottage industry and one of the traditional industries in southwest coastal areas such as Kerala, Alleppey, Kanniyakumari. Thanjavur, Pollachi occupy a most important place in Tamilnadu India. The agro-based coir Industry is mainly export oriented and rural based. This traditional industry is notable for its economic importance in terms of income such as foreign exchange and employment. Tamilnadu employment 2.10 lakhs this traditional industry provides employment opportunities in the manufacture of cottage handicrafts and benefits 3 lakhs people. The coir industry in Tamilnadu is the third largest sector as the only sign of non-agricultural employment for the rural poor. Pollachi, Thanjavur and Namakkal are the nerve centers of Tamilnadu for coir production. This paper is a survey of life, socioeconomic status and profile of coir workers in Paramathi Velur taluk, Namakkal District, Tamilnadu.
subject: Articles
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subject: Coir
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subject: Brown Fibre
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subject: Socio Economic Conditions
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subject: Cottages
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subject: Coir Industries
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subject: Coir Yarn
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creator: Madhesh M
creator: Parvathi S
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-11-05
publication date: 2025-11-05
starting page: 61
ending page: 62
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i6S.2238

Examining The Dynamics of Personality Traits And Religiosity in Shaping Investment Biases: A Gendered Perspective
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management, Education, Health, Psychology, Philosophy, Social Exclusion & Gender Studies Keywords: Religiosity, Personality traits, Investment biases, Gender, Mental accounting, Loss aversion Investment choice is frequently disguised by psychological bias, and investors are frequently led off track from rational decision making. This research examines the impact of religiosity and the Big Five personality traits on two primary investment biases, loss aversion and mental accounting, moderated by gender. With a sample size of 321 individual investors in Goa, India, Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) identifies that Agreeableness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, and Neuroticism all increase both biases significantly, while Openness to Experience influences mental accounting only. Religiosity also increases both biases. Notably, gender moderates these relationships, particularly the effects of Neuroticism and Religiosity on both biases. Additionally, gender influences the relationship between Agreeableness and mental accounting , as well as the associations of Conscientiousness, Extraversion, and Openness with loss aversion. These results emphasize the essential role of gender in determining how personality and religiosity lead to financial biases, highlighting the necessity for gender-inclusive financial education and advisory approaches. By incorporating psychological and cultural aspects into investment behaviour research, this research provides useful contributions for financial planners, policymakers, and retail investors seeking more tailored and efficient decision-making models.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: Education, Health, Psychology, Philosophy, Social Exclusion & Gender Studies
  topic: category
subject: Religiosity
  topic: keywords
subject: Personality traits
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subject: Investment biases
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subject: Gender
  topic: keywords
subject: Mental accounting
  topic: keywords
subject: Loss aversion
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creator: Sameera Khan
creator: Harip Khanapuri
creator: Kavir Shirodkar
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-11-05
publication date: 2025-11-05
starting page: 71
ending page: 76
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i6S.2233

The Wage Divide: Analyzing Wage Disparities between Contract and Permanent Workers
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management Keywords: formal and informal workers, job contracts, ASI, wage differential Subjects: economics This study investigates wage differentials between formal and informal sectors in India's labour market, specifically focusing on the role of job contracts. Wage disparities, a critical issue in labour economics, have significant implications for socioeconomic inequality. While previous research has examined wage discrimination based on caste, gender, and productivity, limited attention has been given to the impact of employment contracts on wage inequality. Using unit-level data from the Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) and the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), this study applies a dual labour market framework to explore how contract type and duration influence wage-setting mechanisms in formal and informal employment. The study reveals that permanent workers earn a consistently larger share of total wages than contractual workers, even as the total wages and workforce in both categories have grown. The findings underscore the role of contract terms in shaping wage disparities, with shorter-duration contracts linked to lower wages. This study contributes to policy discussions by offering insights into how job contracts exacerbate wage inequality and identifying targeted interventions to address these gaps. The results emphasise the need for regulatory reforms that reduce wage disparities, enhance equity in wage-setting processes, and improve labour market outcomes in India's segmented economy.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: formal and informal workers
  topic: keywords
subject: job contracts
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subject: ASI
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subject: wage differential
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subject: economics
  topic: subjects
creator: Mir Audil Bashir
creator: Abrar Rehman Rather
creator: Shubarat Shameem
creator: Sheeba Rasool
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-11-05
publication date: 2025-11-05
starting page: 56
ending page: 60
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i6S.2234

Assessing Digital Financial Service Awareness, Usage and Impact on Tribal socio-economic Condition
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management Keywords: Digital Financial Services, Tribes, Socio – Economic Development Digital financial services (DFS) as services that are delivered and made available to customers through digital technology. Tribal communities in the digital age are embracing the transformative potential of digital financial inclusion in addition to maintaining their traditional practices. They are creating new avenues for economic development while preserving their cultural legacy through creative technology and inclusive approaches. The main purpose of the study are, to assess the level of awareness of the scheduled tribes about digital financial services and to identify the factors influencing scheduled tribes to use digital financial services towards the socio-economic transformation. Purposive sample strategy has been used to gather data. A well-organized interview schedule has been gathered from the Coimbatore district's indigenous respondents. Four hundred tribe respondents make up the study's sample size. The gathered data has been analyzed using frequency, percentages, mean, and PLS software. The findings revealed that, the highest awareness is associated with ATMs, which received a mean score of 4.95, indicating that most respondents are extremely aware of this service. SEM result revealed, several relationships are statistically significant and demonstrate strong positive effects. Notably, Attitude towards Use significantly influences Behavioral Intention to Use, and Actual Use has a strong impact on Socio-economic Transformation, suggesting that usage directly contributes to socio-economic changes. DFS has aided in the socioeconomic change of tribal tribes by facilitating banking access. But the socioeconomic transition is clear since tribes now have better access to government subsidies, loans, and savings, raising their standard of living.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: Digital Financial Services
  topic: keywords
subject: Tribes
  topic: keywords
subject: Socio – Economic Development
  topic: keywords
creator: Poongodi R
creator: Kanniammal K
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-10-31
publication date: 2025-10-31
starting page: 54
ending page: 57
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i5.2220

A Quantitative Evaluation of Severity of Disease Index due to Consumption of Arsenic contaminated Groundwater in Assam, India
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management Keywords: Groundwater-arsenic-pollution , Severity-incidence-index, Health-stcok index The study endeavour sought to undertake an economic evaluation of groundwater contamination by arsenic in the districts of Jorhat and Nalbari, situated in the state of Assam. The research encompassed a total of twelve remote villages spanning across two districts of Assam viz. Jorhat and Nalbari. A comprehensive sampling strategy was employed to select a total of 175 households from the Titabor block in the esteemed Jorhat district, and an additional 180 households from the Paschim Nalbari block in the illustrious Nalbari district. These particular blocks were chosen due to their notable prevalence of elevated arsenic concentrations, which in turn resulted in a significant impact on the local population within the respective districts. The comprehensive assessment of the socio-economic landscape encompassed various factors, including educational achievement, household size, occupational categorization, and monthly expenditure patterns. The assessment of the household's overall economic status was based on the economic wellbeing as a fundamental indicator. The Severity Incidence Index (SII) quantifies the gravity of the occurrence resulting from the ingestion of potentially arsenic-contaminated water. It has been observed that there exists a positive correlation between the concentration of arsenic in water and the corresponding SII values. This elucidates the direct correlation between the escalating levels of arsenic in water and the escalating magnitude of individuals susceptible to potential ailments associated with arsenic contamination. The present index exhibits a diminished numerical representation for the region afflicted by a relatively modest concentration of arsenic.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: Groundwater-arsenic-pollution
  topic: keywords
subject: Severity-incidence-index
  topic: keywords
subject: Health-stcok index
  topic: keywords
creator: Jayashree Chowdhury
creator: Ratul Mahanta
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-10-31
publication date: 2025-10-31
starting page: 88
ending page: 91
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i5.2226

Determinants and Barriers of Crop Diversification: A Case Study of Water User Associations Group in Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management, Geography, Environmental Studies, Sustainable Development & Area Studies Keywords: crop diversification, vulnerable regions, climate resilience, multinomial logistic regression, irrigation Subjects: Agricultural economics, Rural livelihood This study examines the determinants, and barriers to crop diversification among marginal farmers in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, associated with Water User Associations (WUA). Conducted in 2024 in Kranti block, the research assesses how irrigation expansion influences diversification, a key strategy for food security and climate resilience. A multinomial logistic regression using household level data (N= 120) was estimated to identify drivers of crop diversification. The result of the study revealed that livestock-rearing households diversify less, and instead rely on livestock for income. The barriers to household crop diversification include limited credit access and inefficient public irrigation systems. The findings emphasize the urgency of improving irrigation systems, introducing targeted credit schemes, and adopting subsidy policies that incentivize diversification. Such measures could significantly enhance climate resilience and livelihoods for marginal farmers. This study provides policy insights to promote sustainable crop diversification in vulnerable regions.
subject: Articles
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subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: Geography, Environmental Studies, Sustainable Development & Area Studies
  topic: category
subject: crop diversification
  topic: keywords
subject: vulnerable regions
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subject: climate resilience
  topic: keywords
subject: multinomial logistic regression
  topic: keywords
subject: irrigation
  topic: keywords
subject: Agricultural economics
  topic: subjects
subject: Rural livelihood
  topic: subjects
creator: Pranay Sharma
creator: Govinda Choudhury
creator: Tanushri Majumder
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-10-31
publication date: 2025-10-31
starting page: 101
ending page: 104
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i5.2224

Assessment of Landslide Susceptibility in the Himalayan Region: A Case Study of Rishikesh-Yamunotri Corridor
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Geography, Environmental Studies, Sustainable Development & Area Studies Keywords: Landslide, susceptibility, AHP model, inventory, regional planning The findings of the statistical models based on geographic information systems (GIS) for creating landslip susceptibility maps utilising remote sensing data and geographic information systems for the Rishikesh to Yamunotri corridor of Uttarakhand are presented in this study. Cartosat, Landsat, IMD, and India water resources data were used to extract ten factors: slope, aspect, soil, lithology, NDVI, LULC, distance to stream, precipitation, distance to road, and elevation. Using GIS-based statistical models, such as the analytical hierarchy process (AHP), which assigns ranks and weights to various factors to determine which factors are more responsible for landslides, the relationships between the detected landslide locations and these ten related factors were identified. The three landslide zone categories, high, medium, and low, on the landslip inventory map were developed using various things like field surveys and digital aerial photos. Regional planning and hazard mitigation would benefit from these landslip susceptibility maps.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Geography, Environmental Studies, Sustainable Development & Area Studies
  topic: category
subject: Landslide
  topic: keywords
subject: susceptibility
  topic: keywords
subject: AHP model
  topic: keywords
subject: inventory
  topic: keywords
subject: regional planning
  topic: keywords
creator: Madhuri Meena
creator: Seema Sahdev
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-10-31
publication date: 2025-10-31
starting page: 92
ending page: 96
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i5.2222

Occupational Stress among the Women Police Officers in Southern India
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management Keywords: Women Police Officers, Occupational Stress, , Organisational Stress, Operational Stress Subjects: Commerce & Management This study examines occupational stress among women police officers in Southern India, focusing on operational and organisational stress factors. Law enforcement is a highly stressful profession, and female officers, who often juggle societal and professional roles, are particularly susceptible to elevated stress levels. A cross-sectional survey involving 50 female police officers was conducted using a pre-tested semi-structured questionnaire to assess perceived stress levels and its sources. The study reveals that 90% of participants reported high operational stress, while 80% experienced high organisational stress. The most significant stressors identified were staff shortages, bureaucratic red tape, excessive administrative duties, and difficulty maintaining physical health. The findings highlight the urgent need for addressing occupational stress as a public health issue, as it impacts both the well-being of officers and their professional efficiency. The study suggests implementing stress management programs, periodic health check-ups, and providing special considerations for female officers. These measures could significantly enhance officer health and contribute to a more efficient and sustainable police force.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: Women Police Officers
  topic: keywords
subject: Occupational Stress,
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subject: Organisational Stress
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subject: Operational Stress
  topic: keywords
subject: Commerce & Management
  topic: subjects
creator: Rajamahendran K.
creator: Muthalagu K.
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-10-31
publication date: 2025-10-31
starting page: 58
ending page: 61
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i5.2218

Financial Literacy as A Catalyst for Digital Banking Adoption: Evidence From Rural And Urban Women
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management Keywords: Digital Banking, Women Empowerment, Financial Literacy This study evaluates how smart women are with their money as well as their knowledge, skills and experience with online banking. The paper analyses a study undertaken to understand the financial behaviour of the prospect. The study adopted the quantitative design method. For the current study, the primary data were collected from 300 respondents (150 rural and 150 urban women) using structured questionnaires. According to the findings, urban women had much higher financial literacy and digital financial transactions usage than women from rural areas. These are mainly due to better education, greater access to financial data, and better availability of smartphones and internet in cities. On the other hand, rural women face chronic longstanding issues like inaccessibility to adequate infrastructure, low-level of digital literacy, cultural restrictions and a lack of faith in the system. Further, three hypotheses were tested in the study using the statistical techniques. The tests' results showed that there are some large gaps and distance in the uptake of digital banking in rural as well as urban places. The resulting message is clear - overcoming gender and regional disparities in financial literacy and digital adoption will require purposeful policy, targeted training, better infrastructure, and gender-sensitive financial products.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: Digital Banking
  topic: keywords
subject: Women Empowerment
  topic: keywords
subject: Financial Literacy
  topic: keywords
creator: Leebana Gracy I
creator: Radhika Devi R
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-11-05
publication date: 2025-11-05
starting page: 67
ending page: 70
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i6S.2213

Changing Nature of Electoral Democracy in Delhi: A Lok Sabha Perspective
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Political Science, Public Policy, Law & International Relations Keywords: Election, Manifestoes, Political Parties, Policies, Promises Elections are the vital political expression and the main source of power for the voters in a democratic setting. Elections act as a link among the voters, electoral politics and political parties. The very basis of democracies are the people because the real sovereignty lies in the hands of the people. Political parties in democracies work as an important channel of communication through representation, integration and transformation. They serve as democratic wheels that allows people to have a meaningful say in the power. In democracies, parties constitute the link between people on the one hand and government on the other. Hence, Political parties and democracy are closely intertwined with each other, and through elections nature of electoral politics becomes more evident and observable. In this context, this study investigates the changing nature of electoral democracy in Delhi. The objectives of study are to examine and analyze the Lok Sabha verdicts of Delhi. The study will explore the relationship among the voters, political parties and electoral democracy. This research highlights and examines the issues, promises and manifestos brought in by the political parties for the voters. The study underscores an especial analysis of 2014, 2019 and 2024 Delhi Lok Sabha electoral verdicts in detail.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Political Science, Public Policy, Law & International Relations
  topic: category
subject: Election
  topic: keywords
subject: Manifestoes
  topic: keywords
subject: Political Parties
  topic: keywords
subject: Policies
  topic: keywords
subject: Promises
  topic: keywords
creator: Vikas Yadav
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-10-31
publication date: 2025-10-31
starting page: 97
ending page: 100
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i5.2210

Sufism In South Asia: Past, Present And Future
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Anthropology, Sociology, Social Work, History & Archeology Keywords: Duggar, Folk Culture, Communal Harmony, Folk Songs and Sufism General understanding of Islam as a religion does not consist of many diversities and identities as in the other major religions viz. Christianity and Hinduism. In both of the later, it is believed to be having diversities and denominations, such as in Christianity. Hinduism also has many. In this article, we highlight the fact that Islam has also multiple identities which are region wise, content wise and in ritual and practices wise. To mention briefly, you have one sect following, aggressive K and non-human and extremist methodology, which is terrorism, on the other hand, there is a sect called Sufism, whose principles are non-violence, commitment to art, music, gender sensitivities and sympathy and empathy for the welfare of the poor and deprived.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Anthropology, Sociology, Social Work, History & Archeology
  topic: category
subject: Duggar
  topic: keywords
subject: Folk Culture
  topic: keywords
subject: Communal Harmony
  topic: keywords
subject: Folk Songs and Sufism
  topic: keywords
creator: Abbas Mohammad
creator: Eshwaraiah P
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-08-31
publication date: 2025-08-31
starting page: 76
ending page: 79
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i4.2119

UN Sustainable Development Goals Research: Insights from Bibliometric Analysis of Top NIRF-ranked Universities
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Language Studies, Cultural Studies, Media and Communication & Library Science Keywords: Sustainable development goals, NIRF Universities, Bibliometric Analysis, Research Evaluation, Institutional Productivity United Nations Sustainable development goals (SDGs) aim to achieve socially equitable, financially successful and nature friendly world. Being the hub of knowledge creation and dissemination, academic institutes play a crucial role in promoting SDGs through research. Hence the present study analysed the productivity and impact of UN SDG research output of top ten NIRF-ranked universities. Bibliometric data of 51455 SDG publications produced by the top ten NIRF ranked universities for the period 2016-2024 was exported using the pre-defined SDG queries from the Scopus database. The study revealed a steady growth of institutional contribution on SDG research indicating the researcher’s meticulous involvement in implementing SDG. Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) produced highest number of SDG publications (8559) while Banaras Hindu University (BHU) accrued highest citations (200240). The non open access publications (32787) outnumbered their open access counterparts (18668) on the contrary, citation analysis highlighted that open access SDG publications received higher citations than non-open access publications, emphasizing the role of OA publishing in enhancing research visibility and impact. All the ten universities preferred articles as the major channel for disseminating their scholarly outputs. We recommend universities should encourage researchers to contribute more SDG publications through open access channels to achieve the goals within the stipulated time.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Language Studies, Cultural Studies, Media and Communication & Library Science
  topic: category
subject: Sustainable development goals
  topic: keywords
subject: NIRF Universities
  topic: keywords
subject: Bibliometric Analysis
  topic: keywords
subject: Research Evaluation
  topic: keywords
subject: Institutional Productivity
  topic: keywords
creator: Simya K
creator: Rupesh Kumar A
creator: Sandra M K
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 119
ending page: 122
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i3.1954

The Power of Perceived Organisational Support in Shaping Organisational Commitment: The Mediating Roles of Self-Efficacy and Job Satisfaction
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management Keywords: Perceived Organizational Support, Self-efficacy, Job Satisfaction, Organizational Commitment Developing a culture of positivity and trust is fundamental in overcoming obstacles at work. A positive and credible work environment is primarily dependent on organizational support. Organizational support creates a work atmosphere where employees can flourish and have a part in the company's success. Given this, this study investigates the impact of perceived organizational support (POST) on organizational commitment (ORC) in the telecom industry in Chennai. A sample size of 470 employees was surveyed to understand the relationship between these variables. Stratified random sampling was implemented to single out the respondents. Top two companies in the telecom industry were focused for the study. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was employed to analyze the data, examining the mediating roles of self-efficacy and job satisfaction in the relationship between POST and ORC. The study explores how POST influences employee outcomes such as job satisfaction and organizational commitment, highlighting the importance of organizational support in fostering a committed and productive workforce. The findings provide valuable insights into how perceived organizational support can indirectly enhance organizational commitment through its effects on self-efficacy and job satisfaction. This research offers both theoretical and practical implications for organizations in the telecom sector. It emphasizes the need for organizations to invest in creating supportive work environments to improve self efficacy, job satisfaction and organizational commitment. The results of the study are relevant for practitioners aiming to improve organizational culture and enhance employee outcomes, particularly in service-driven industries like telecom.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: Perceived Organizational Support
  topic: keywords
subject: Self-efficacy
  topic: keywords
subject: Job Satisfaction
  topic: keywords
subject: Organizational Commitment
  topic: keywords
creator: Vanishree M
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 67
ending page: 71
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i3.1865

Contested Belonging: Citizenship, Migration, and Identity Politics in Assam
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Political Science, Public Policy, Law & International Relations Keywords: Citizenship, Assam, Indigenous Rights,, National Register of Citizens (NRC), Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), Migration The debate over citizenship in India has been sharply highlighted by the Assam context, particularly through the National Register of Citizens (NRC) and the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). Assam’s citizenship question is rooted in its unique historical and socio-political landscape, with key milestones including the Assam Accord of 1985, which set a distinct cut-off date for citizenship (March 25, 1971) and introduced Section 6A of the Citizenship Act in 1986. This exceptional framework for Assam contrasts with the rest of India, creating tensions over inclusion and exclusion. The NRC update and CAA passage between 2015 and 2019 intensified the debate, particularly concerning undocumented migrants, indigenous rights, and communal divides. While globalisation and neoliberalism have transformed traditional notions of citizenship, emphasizing individualism and market-driven rights, Assam’s context underscores the conflict between universal human rights and region-specific indigenous claims. The dichotomy of inclusion and exclusion raises fundamental questions about nation-building and sub-nationalism. Legal frameworks like Section 6A attempt to balance these tensions but face criticism for creating graded citizenship. Indigenous communities often perceive universal human rights frameworks as threats to their land and cultural identity, while global migration challenges fixed definitions of citizenship. This paper explores the evolving concept of citizenship, focusing on Assam’s historical, political, and legal particularities. It examines how regional identity, migration, and neoliberalism intersect, offering insights into broader implications for citizenship policies in India. Ultimately, it underscores the complex balance between inclusive citize…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Political Science, Public Policy, Law & International Relations
  topic: category
subject: Citizenship
  topic: keywords
subject: Assam
  topic: keywords
subject: Indigenous Rights,
  topic: keywords
subject: National Register of Citizens (NRC)
  topic: keywords
subject: Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA)
  topic: keywords
subject: Migration
  topic: keywords
creator: Minakshi Buragohain
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 123
ending page: 126
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i3.1785

GST And Constitutional Federalism in India: A Critical Analysis of Article 246a's Impact on Centre-State Fiscal Relations
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management, Political Science, Public Policy, Law & International Relations Keywords: Goods and Services Tax, Fiscal Federalism, Article 246A, Constitution, Centre State Relation This study explores the impact of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on fiscal federalism in Kerala, focusing on its implications for revenue generation, tax collection, and inter-state trade dynamics. It analyzes the dual GST model, which enables both the Union and States to impose taxes concurrently, but highlights the challenges posed by inconsistencies in tax rates across states. By examining the cost disparity between intra-state and inter-state transactions, the study identifies potential barriers to inter-state trade, as businesses may favor intra-state transactions to avoid higher integrated GST (IGST) rates. The research also delves into the legal framework of GST, questioning the sufficiency of Article 246A in addressing issues of repugnancy between central and state laws. The study calls for a more harmonized GST system to foster economic integration, reduce tax arbitrage, and clarify legislative authority in resolving conflicts between central and state GST laws. These findings provide valuable insights for policymakers, suggesting the need for further reforms to enhance the efficiency and equity of the GST system. Future research can expand these analyses to other states, contributing to the broader discourse on fiscal federalism in India.Top of FormBottom of Form
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: Political Science, Public Policy, Law & International Relations
  topic: category
subject: Goods and Services Tax
  topic: keywords
subject: Fiscal Federalism
  topic: keywords
subject: Article 246A
  topic: keywords
subject: Constitution
  topic: keywords
subject: Centre State Relation
  topic: keywords
creator: A Ajay
creator: Chithirai Selvan M
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 33
ending page: 36
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i3.1976

In-Charge Financial Distress/Financial Well-Being Scale: Score interpretation and reliability in the context of informal construction workers in West Bengal
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management Keywords: Financial Well-Being, Distress, Informal Construction Workers, Scale Informal construction labourers in India significantly contribute to the industry’s Gross Value Addition (GVA). For instance, in India the unorganized segment was 75.9 per cent of the industry’s total GVA in 2020-21(NSO report). Despite this fact, informal construction labourers suffer from a high degree of economic distress amid rising inflation and uncertainty in income. This has intensified hardships as well as created immense financial distress among such labourers. For measuring their financial well-being/distress, Prawitz et al. (2006) developed In-Charge Financial Distress/Financial Well-Being (IFDFW) scale consisting of eight self-reported items, each of which assigns scores ranging from 0 (overwhelming stress) to 10 (low stress). Using this IFDFW scale the paper evaluates financial distress among different groups of construction workers in the few selected blocks in North and South Bengal. The overall average score of informal construction labourers is found to be 2.06 signifying a very high level of distress among them. This degree of distress is found to be different for different groups of informal labourers in the industry, i.e., self-employed labourers (highest in the class with a mean value of 1.89), from wage employed category, non-migrants and migrants, having the mean value of 2.09 and 2.22 respectively. Moreover, the scale demonstrated strong validity and reliability, with Cronbach’s alpha at 0.811, and, thus, the overall result concerning distress position of labourers could guide policy initiatives to support and uplift such workers.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: Financial Well-Being
  topic: keywords
subject: Distress
  topic: keywords
subject: Informal Construction Workers
  topic: keywords
subject: Scale
  topic: keywords
creator: Neeloy Gupta
creator: Archita Ghosh
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 9
ending page: 14
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i3.1963

SHG-Bank Linkages in Uttar Pradesh: Pathways to Women Empowerment through Micro-finance
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management Keywords: Women-Exclusive SHGs, Financial Inclusion, Banking Performance, Rural Development, Uttar Pradesh This study examines the performance of Self-Help Groups (SHGs), particularly women-exclusive SHGs, in Uttar Pradesh, focusing on their financial inclusion and empowerment role. Employing cluster analysis, benchmarking, and proportional analysis, the research evaluates disparities in the performance of public, private, regional rural, and cooperative banks across metrics such as savings mobilization, loans disbursed, and loans outstanding from 2007 to 2023. Findings reveal that public sector banks consistently outperform, driving the majority of SHG-linked activities and demonstrating their institutional commitment to rural financial inclusion. In contrast, private and cooperative banks lag significantly, indicating underutilized potential in fostering SHG participation. Women-exclusive SHGs emerge as the dominant contributors, accounting for a substantial share of savings and credit activities, underscoring their pivotal role in rural development and household financial stability. However, disparities in engagement across bank types highlight the need for targeted policy interventions to enhance the involvement of underperforming institutions. The study concludes with recommendations for strengthening capacity-building initiatives, promoting gender-sensitive financial policies, and incentivizing private sector participation to create a more equitable SHG ecosystem. While the findings provide actionable insights for policymakers, the study acknowledges limitations such as the reliance on secondary data and the geographic scope limited to Uttar Pradesh, suggesting directions for future research to explore qualitative perspectives and broader regional analyses.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: Women-Exclusive SHGs
  topic: keywords
subject: Financial Inclusion
  topic: keywords
subject: Banking Performance
  topic: keywords
subject: Rural Development
  topic: keywords
subject: Uttar Pradesh
  topic: keywords
creator: Ananya Dixit
creator: Harshita Sen
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 58
ending page: 62
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i3.1948

Opaque Political Funding: The Indian Experience on the Electoral Bond Scheme
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Political Science, Public Policy, Law & International Relations Keywords: Party Funding, Electoral Bond Scheme, Election, Political Parties, Supreme Court This article analyses the issue of Electoral Bond Scheme (EBS) which have been introduced with a series of amendments to the existing related laws and regulations, which was challenged in the Supreme Court. The scheme has been a major area of discussion at various formal and informal forums among politicians, academicians, civil society and legal experts regarding it’s benefit and defects in the electoral politics. The regulatory character of the state and trade regimes provides ample scope to the politicians and political parties for unethical negotiation; creating a nexus between them and business sectors which is detrimental for electoral democracy. In this backdrop, the paper discusses the different major issues relating ‘Electoral Bond Scheme’ and the Supreme Courts observations and the effects of such a scheme of ‘quid pro quo’ to the democratic electoral system and the need for a proper transparent and accountable system of party funding which protects the electoral right of the citizens and strengthens the electoral democracy in India. Finally, the author tries to estimate the historic verdict delivered in February, 2024.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Political Science, Public Policy, Law & International Relations
  topic: category
subject: Party Funding
  topic: keywords
subject: Electoral Bond Scheme
  topic: keywords
subject: Election
  topic: keywords
subject: Political Parties
  topic: keywords
subject: Supreme Court
  topic: keywords
creator: John Kapil Chettri
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 23
ending page: 28
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i3.1945

The Middle-Way of Diplomacy: Buddhism and Japan-India Relations
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Political Science, Public Policy, Law & International Relations Keywords: Buddhism, Soft Power, Bilateral ties, Diplomatic Efforts, Cross-Cultural Dialogues Buddhism has served as a uniting factor between Japan and India from its historical origins in cultural exchanges to its current function in economics, diplomacy, and soft power tactics. A fundamental principle of Buddhism, the Middle Way promotes peace and balance while providing a structure for collaboration and dispute resolution. The study analyzes the role of Buddhism in both countries' soft power strategies, exploring its influence on political systems, governance, and bilateral relations. This research explores the historical ties that were established by Buddhist monks, the use of common Buddhist history in political and economic partnerships, and the ways in which both nations use Buddhism to improve their international reputation. It examines instances of cross-cultural dialogue, where Buddhist values such as empathy and mindfulness have influenced political relations. Additionally, the research looks at how Buddhist principles are integrated into policy decisions, shaping strategic choices that impact diplomatic efforts, including Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPA). The research underscores the importance of understanding the shared cultural heritage between the two nations and how it influences global cooperation, cultural diplomacy, and conflict resolution. By studying these dynamics, the research sheds light on the role of Buddhism in fostering diplomatic ties and enhancing global reputations.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Political Science, Public Policy, Law & International Relations
  topic: category
subject: Buddhism
  topic: keywords
subject: Soft Power
  topic: keywords
subject: Bilateral ties
  topic: keywords
subject: Diplomatic Efforts
  topic: keywords
subject: Cross-Cultural Dialogues
  topic: keywords
creator: Ashutosh Kumar Pandey
creator: Popelka Mitra
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 19
ending page: 22
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i3.1932

Understanding the Socio-Economic Dynamics of the Marginalized Meo Community in Ujina Village of Nuh District, Haryana
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Geography, Environmental Studies, Sustainable Development & Area Studies, Education, Health, Psychology, Philosophy, Social Exclusion & Gender Studies Keywords: Marginalization, Meo community, Socio-economic dynamics, Ujina Village (Nuh) Subjects: Social geography, Marginalization, community, population Geography, Society This study investigates the socio-economic dynamics of the marginalized Meo community in Ujina village, Nuh District, Haryana, a historically disadvantaged group facing systemic exclusion. The objectives are to examine the community's socio-economic status, focusing on factors such as income, employment, education, and social mobility, and to identify the challenges and resilience patterns within the community. The research employs a quantitative methodology, using purposive and snowball sampling techniques to select 120 participants. Data collection involved face-to-face in-depth interviews and electronic surveys, analyzed using SPSS 27.0.1 software. Bivariate analysis was conducted to explore relationships among socio-economic variables. Findings reveal significant gender disparity, with males constituting 64.1% of the sample. Education levels are low, with 72.5% lacking formal education, affecting socio-economic mobility. Employment data indicate a heavy reliance on agriculture (44.1%), with minimal representation in formal sector jobs (2.5%). The income distribution shows a modest economic standing, with the majority earning between 30,000 and 39,999 rupees monthly. Correlation analyses suggest that higher educational attainment is linked to better occupational opportunities and greater participation in household decision-making; although the impact on mobility and asset ownership is limited. This research highlights the compounded effects of historical marginalization and systemic discrimination on the Meo community. The study underscores the need for targeted interventions to improve educational access, enhance s…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Geography, Environmental Studies, Sustainable Development & Area Studies
  topic: category
subject: Education, Health, Psychology, Philosophy, Social Exclusion & Gender Studies
  topic: category
subject: Marginalization
  topic: keywords
subject: Meo community
  topic: keywords
subject: Socio-economic dynamics
  topic: keywords
subject: Ujina Village (Nuh)
  topic: keywords
subject: Social geography
  topic: subjects
subject: Marginalization
  topic: subjects
subject: community
  topic: subjects
subject: population Geography
  topic: subjects
subject: Society
  topic: subjects
creator: Avadhesh Kumar Meena
creator: Harpreet Singh
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 1
ending page: 4
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i3.1931

Fear of Missing Out: A Catalyst for Investment Choices
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management Keywords: FOMO, social media, Investment decision-making, investors ‘Fear of Missing Out’ is feeling of anxiety that arises when someone thinks they are missing out on events, information, experiences, this gives a significant implication in financial markets, particularly in shaping investor behavior and decision-making. This study explores how FOMO influences individual investors to make impulsive & often irrational investment decisions, influenced by the anxiety of missing out on future gains and also examines various factors contributing to FOMO. Further study discusses the role of digital platforms and social media in amplifying FOMO, leading to more frequent and emotionally driven trading behaviours. Understanding the mechanisms of FOMO and its effect on financial decision-making is vital for developing strategies to mitigate its adverse effects, promoting more rational and disciplined investment practices. The study adopted survey technique taking data from 204 individual investors from Delhi NCR using google forms. The research provides insights into the behavioral finance field, emphasizing the need for investor education & behavioral interventions to manage FOMO and enhance market stability.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Economics, Political Economy, Commerce & Management
  topic: category
subject: FOMO
  topic: keywords
subject: social media
  topic: keywords
subject: Investment decision-making
  topic: keywords
subject: investors
  topic: keywords
creator: Manisha Manchanda
creator: Himanshi Bajaj
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 15
ending page: 18
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i3.1928

Educational Initiatives for Empowerment of Scheduled Tribe: A Case Study of Ladakh
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Education, Health, Psychology, Philosophy, Social Exclusion & Gender Studies Keywords: Ladakh, Autonomous Hill Development Council, Scheduled Tribe, Education Subjects: Education Education serves as both a measure and a tool for development, playing a crucial role in the accumulation of human capital. The paper analyses the initiatives, and role of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council in imparting education for tribal communities in Ladakh. The study provides a thorough evaluation of the effectiveness of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council’s strategies and programs in enhancing education of tribal communities in Ladakh. It identifies strengths, weaknesses, and areas needing improvement, helping policymakers make informed decisions about future educational policies and programs. Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council has implemented major initiatives to advance educational development for tribal communities, with a focus on elementary, secondary, and higher education. This qualitative study relies on primary data collected from executive members of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) in the Leh and Kargil districts. In-depth interviews were conducted using an interview schedule to explore various issues and challenges concerning the education of Scheduled Tribe communities in Ladakh. Their comprehensive approach reflects a strong commitment to improving educational outcomes through targeted interventions and community involvement, contributing significantly to the broader goal of educational advancement in Ladakh. Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, encompassing both the Leh and Kargil district councils, has made significant strides in promoting education in Ladakh.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Education, Health, Psychology, Philosophy, Social Exclusion & Gender Studies
  topic: category
subject: Ladakh
  topic: keywords
subject: Autonomous Hill Development Council
  topic: keywords
subject: Scheduled Tribe
  topic: keywords
subject: Education
  topic: keywords
subject: Education
  topic: subjects
creator: Stanzin Nouskit
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 53
ending page: 57
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i3.1925

Cultural Continuity and Change: Analysing the Socio-Cultural and Historical Significance of Uttarakhand's Fairs in the Age of Globalisation
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Anthropology, Sociology, Social Work, History & Archeology Keywords: Fairs , Festivals, Garhwal and Kumaon, Folk Tradtitions, Modernization, Globalization The state of Uttarakhand is renowned for its distinctive cultures and varying beliefs. Various fairs and festivals are celebrated throughout the year in the Garhwal and Kumaon regions of the state, such as Uttaraini mela, Devidhura mela, Maun mela, Vishu mela, Jauljibi mela, Gauchar mela, Nanda Devi fair. These fairs hold religious, socio-cultural, and economic significance in people's lives. These fairs and the festivities associated with them are related to the land, soil, crop harvesting, and changes in the seasons. They are considered auspicious by the people and serve various purposes for the people who come from distant places to visit them. These fairs are important trading centers as people come to sell their products in these fairs. Also, many folk songs and dances are alive today because these fairs are essential centers for social gatherings. This paper's study area is the Garhwal and Kumaon regions of Uttarakhand. The paper discusses the historical background of some of these fairs and their socio-cultural and economic importance. It also discusses the impact of modernization and globalization on these fairs and the efforts that can be made toward their preservation.
subject: Articles
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subject: Anthropology, Sociology, Social Work, History & Archeology
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subject: Fairs
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subject: Festivals
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subject: Garhwal and Kumaon
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subject: Folk Tradtitions
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subject: Modernization
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subject: Globalization
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creator: Manisha Singh Rajput
creator: Surendra Singh Bisht
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 42
ending page: 47
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i3.1877

Labour Flexibility in the Information Technology Industry: 21st Century Developments
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description: Section: Articles Categories: Other Interdisciplinary Studies Keywords: Information Technology, Labour, Agile, Control, Flexibility This paper deals with the transformational shift from the waterfall model of software development to the agile method, and the restructuring of production processes in the Information Technology Industry. The adaptation of the agile method intensified hegemonic control over value generation and internalisation of capital interests, via contradictory yet coexisting forms of fragmentation of tasks and collaborative labour processes. The current paper situates the blurring of paid and unpaid labour-time, propensity to enter the labour reserve, and internalisation of capital interests to be characteristic of labour in Information Technology, shaped by the agile method. Following this, the labour is classified as new recruits and Individual Contributors (ICs), semi-managerial positions, and (tech and non-tech) managerial positions; incrementally moving from being subjected to the capital's logic towards internalising capital class interests; drawn from the in-depth case studies of 95 IT workers from the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HDMA) region. It argues that the progressively increasing integration of managerial tasks into job responsibility, which is central to the agile method, intensifies processes of capital accumulation by reinforcing labour flexibility to suit changing capital requirements.
subject: Articles
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subject: Other Interdisciplinary Studies
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subject: Information Technology
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subject: Labour
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subject: Agile
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subject: Control
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subject: Flexibility
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creator: Charitha Kommalapati
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 South India Journal of Social Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 142
ending page: 145
doi: 10.62656/SIJSS.v23i3.2208