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Author(s):
Vivek Rai.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Education
Page No:
1-4 |
Relevance of Gurukul System in Present Education System
Abstract
India is the largest education hub of all times. India's Gurukul education system has influenced not only India but also other countries. Character building, discipline, self-control etc., added with socio-political economic knowledge are the feature characteristics of Gurukul education. India used to be a destination where students used to get education, many of them were country and foreign students. The teaching according to Gurukul system could not be taught in the four walls but in the presence of nature itself. The modern education not only lies on attaining of knowledge but also to get a good job and get a mark in the society. Today, a large number of children from India go abroad for education, they feel that they cannot get good education by staying in India While India has been the biggest source of knowledge in ancient times because the education that was given in Gurukul in India was much better than today's education. Education now does not remain a knowledge but just numbers every parent will like to see the best numbers on his children and proceed with their life. It is nice that the children go ahead but there are also children who cannot get good numbers and then they proceed with suicides. It is so because of the social and parental pressure. Today's students have a lot of stress and no solution is given to remove the stress, while in ancient education meditation and yoga were also taught to calm the mind and soul. The ultimate growth of the students was the main premise of the Ancient education system. The kind of relationship that was perceived between teacher and pupils in the primeval times is not perceived now. The child in the olden days used to remain close to the teacher until he would bid farewell to the parents, and was educated. To him, his friends and parents were his teachers. During present-day education scenario, it is generally observed that the teacher-student relationship has never ventured beyond the level of formality. Nowadays we need that to fill up the gap in modern education, we must supplement them a little piece of the old system of education.
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Author(s):
Krishna Yadav.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Sociology
Page No:
5-12 |
Caste and Economic Mobility: A Longitudinal Study of Dalit Communities in North India
Abstract
Caste is one of the prominent and longest and well established social stratification in India and it has had a tremendous impact on the lives and prospects of people economically. This review paper is a critical analysis of the trends, hindrances, and enablers of the economic mobility of the Dalit people in North India with the searchlight on longitudinal studies carried out in the last 20 years. Based on national survey data, scholarly research literature, and assessments of policy analysis, the paper identifies a small amount of educational progress and vocational diversification among the Dalits mostly in the urban setting. Nevertheless, such achievements are un-equal and can vary under burdensome structural discrimination, landlessness, and inadequate recruitment to social capital. The paper also tests the effectiveness of affirmative action, welfare programs and grassroot movements in facilitating upward mobility. Although there is a certain improvement, caste can still have its overwhelming impact on the path of economic development and the level of intergenerational mobility remains low in many places. The paper ends with recommendations of policy implications and research gaps, which demand higher-level studies that are more nuanced, intersectional, and regionally disaggregated longitudinal studies to inform inclusive development strategies.
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Author(s):
Raushani Singh.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Sociology
Page No:
13-20 |
Digital Dependency in Youth: Social Media’s Role in Shaping Mental Health and Behaviour
Abstract
The last few years saw the social media become a key component of the life of adolescents, distinctly defining their way of communication, means of expressing themselves, access to entertainment and information. Well-established social media like Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Facebook are becoming increasingly popular as the means of maintaining social ties as well as performing their self-presentation and appealing to broader audiences. Such platforms present an avenue where the teens are able to post their ideas, pictures, and videos as well as consuming contents posted by others. Nevertheless, although the injection of social media into the daily routine and the scope of creative expression and the world at large, there bring up severe issues concerning the overall implications of the concept on the well-being of adolescent populations.
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Author(s):
Sonakshi Singh.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Geography
Page No:
21-31 |
Gender Dynamics in Urban Slums: A Case Study of Women’s Work and Safety in Delhi
Abstract
This paper conducts an analysis of gendered aspects of work and safety within slums of Delhi city paying attention to the field of unequal employment experiences of women in an informal labor market and the risk factors to their physical and psychological health. Drawing on qualitative research conducted in select slum settlements, the paper examines the socio-cultural and spatial constraints that shape women's employment opportunities, mobility, and daily experiences. The results show that women are involved in mostly low-paid, informal jobs which are insecure most of the time due to domestic duties and male-dominated culture. Safety emerges as a critical factor limiting women's access to public spaces and economic participation, with frequent incidents of harassment, inadequate infrastructure, and weak institutional support. The paper has made it clear that there are combinations of marginalization between gender, caste, class, and migration status that blight the women and limit their agency. It concludes with policy recommendations for enhancing women's safety, improving access to dignified work, and promoting inclusive urban development. This study forms part of the wider debate of gender issues, urban poverty and spatial justice in fast-urbanizing domains.
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Author(s):
Komal Yadav.
Country:
India
Research Area:
Psychology
Page No:
32-39 |
The Psychological Effects of Climate Change Awareness on Youth Activism and Anxiety
Abstract
This study examines the psychological effects of climate change awareness on youth, particularly focusing on the relationship between eco-anxiety and climate activism. With the increasing spread of climate-related information through education systems, media, and social platforms, young people are becoming more aware of environmental issues. While this awareness often motivates them to participate in climate activism and environmental advocacy, it can also lead to psychological distress such as anxiety, fear, and feelings of helplessness. The study employs a mixed-methods research design, combining quantitative survey data from 200 young participants with qualitative interviews of 20 youth activists aged 13–24. Standardized instruments such as the Generalized Anxiety Disorder Scale (GAD-7) and the Climate Anxiety Scale were used to measure anxiety levels. The findings reveal a significant positive relationship between climate change awareness and youth activism, while also highlighting the prevalence of eco-anxiety among young individuals. Moderate levels of eco-anxiety were found to encourage activism, whereas severe anxiety sometimes resulted in emotional exhaustion and disengagement. The study emphasizes the importance of integrating emotional support, socio-emotional learning, and mental health resources within climate education to help young people cope with environmental concerns while maintaining constructive engagement in climate action.
