Articles of Volume : 4 Issue : 8, May, 2015 |
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ROLE OF MARKET INTERMEDIARIES IN BANANA MARKETING IN TAMILNADU – WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO TIRUCHIRAPPALLI AND THANJAVUR DISTRICTS |
Author : M. Kalaiyarasu , S. Karthikeyan |
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Abstract :Banana is one of the unavoidable foods in human life. It is easy to consume and eat. It is also known as fruit of poor. Bananas were originally found in South East Asia, mainly in India. They were brought west by Arab conquerors in 327 B.C. and moved from Asia Minor to Africa and finally carried to the New World by the first explorers and missionaries to the Caribbean. The mass production of bananas started in 1834 and really started exploding in the late 1880’s . Banana is the leading fruit production followed by mango in the world. India, China, Philippines are the leading producers of banana in the world. |
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EFFECTS OF GLOBALIZATION ON SPORT AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION |
Author : Neena Sidhu |
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Abstract :Currently there is no doubt that sport and physical activity have become universal phenomena. All countries could find common points in their cultures and reinforce them. In the era of globalization, close cooperation among countries is more urgent than ever. This necessity has become more visible due to special world conditions and gradual growth of communication beginning in the late1950s and early 1960s (Hendry, 2000). |
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USE OF ANIMALS AS FOOD: AN ETHICAL ANALYSIS |
Author : Jekap Halam |
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Abstract :The use of animals for food is probably the oldest and the most widespread form of animal use. This practice has existed since the time of hunter and gatherers. The idea of use of animals as food emanates from the belief that animals exist for our pleasure and convenience. Very often people argue that we use plants, minerals and all kinds of other natural materials for our own survival, benefit and pleasure. Animals too are available to meet our ends just like any other plant or mineral. The governing principal behind this view is that we all are part of the food chain. As we are at the top of the food chain what is wrong with using animals for our own ends, as we might use a tree or a rock? To view animals as merely means to achieve our end is ascribing animals an instrumental value. |
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A MULTIFUNCTIONAL FIBROUS PROTEIN : GELATINE or GEL |
Author : Rajesh Chourasia |
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Abstract :Gelatine or Gel is a fibrous protein, when tissues containing collagen subjected to mild acid or alkali treatment followed by heating in presence of water collagen broken down irreversibly to give Gel gelatin. It is of high molecular wt. About 30,000. It sets to gel on cooling. Actually it is derived protein contains 18% Nitrogen having all amino acids except cystein and tryptophan. It shows all the properties of proteins containing aldehyde groups also therefore used in photography. Since it is very nutritive hence frequently used in out diet as jam and jellies. |
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COST IN FOREST MANAGEMENT: A CASE OF STUDY IN THE AMAZON REGION OF WESTERN BRAZILIAN, STATE OF RONDÔNIA, BRAZIL (Custos No Manejo Florestal: Um Caso Na Região Amazônica Ocidental Brasileira, Rondônia) |
Author : Gisele Nogueira Peralta Corso , Alexandre de Freitas Carneiro , José Arilson de Souza , Wellington Silva Porto and Emanuel Fernando Maia de Souza. |
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Abstract :The forest management fits into the concept of sustainable development to use resources without harming the environment and preserve the benefits for future generations. The present research aims to identify the costs of forest management as a way to preserve the Amazon rainforest, to measure the cost advantages and environmental for entrepreneurs, in complying with the law of the New Forest Code. But the rural entrepreneurs were not instructed about information of environmental costs. |
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A GEOGRAPHICAL STUDY OF POPULATION GROWTH AND DISTRIBUTION IN MAHARASHTRA STATE |
Author : Narsale Dattatrya Vasantrao , H.N. Rede |
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Abstract :According to the 2011 Census the total population of Maharashtra is 11.24 crore, which accounts 9.28% of the India’s (121.02 crore in 2011) total population. In 2011, the state had population of 11.24 crore persons, indicating a decadal growth rate of 16.11 percent. The Population growth rate is varies from district to district. The highest decadal growth rate is observed in the district of thane (35.94%), more than two times (2.24%) average growth rate for the state as whole. The uneven distribution of population is mainly due to diverse of physiographic conditions and disparity in the socio-economic development in the state. |
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GLOBALISATION AND INDIA |
Author : Ashokkumar V. Paled |
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Abstract :In the 1980s profound changes in international relations have led to the emergence of new global structures, processes and patterns. The changes that the world is experiencing are regarded as fundamental changes in international relations. Such changes may be said to have occurred for the first time since the emergence of the state system some 350 years ago. The nature and scope of the field of international relations has undergone substantial changes. Therefore, such profound changes in world affairs can be regarded as constituting “post-international politics”. |
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CADMIUM CHLORIDE INDUCED HISTOPATHOLOGICAL CHANGES IN THE GILL, INTESTINE, LIVER AND KIDNEY OF FRESHWATER FISH, RASBORA–DANICONIUS. |
Author : Monica K. Kale |
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Abstract :Industrial evolution and growing population has created a main problem of heavy metal pollution to aquatic life because of their toxicity resistance and tendency to accumulate organism and food chain (Weis and Weis 1977). The present was undertaken to determine the histopathological changes in gills and intestine of Rasbora-daniconius due to cadmium toxicity. Fish Rasbora- daniconius were exposed to 110ppm cadmium chloride (Cdcl2 2 ½ H2O) (Lc50 for 24h) for 24 hour. It was observed that in gills epithelial walls of each secondary lamella were damaged the secondary lamella were ruptured pillar cells were displaced with vacuolation intralamellar distance distributed marked degenerative changes were noticed in pillar cells, blood capilllaris epithial cells and blood cells. In intestine the columnar epithelium lining was destructed the absorptive cells and the mucosa secreting cells were damaged. |
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IMPACT OF BIRTH ORDER ON ADJUSTMENT OF ADOLESCENTS |
Author : Belnur Ramkisan Sitaram |
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Abstract :the present study has been conducted to examine adjustment problem of Birth order of Adolescents from different occupation from kumbhar pimpalgaon. The sample of 50 first born and 50 last born subjects selected. adolescents selected from (kumbhar pimpalgaon) Jalna district of Maharashtra was selected for the study. In this study Dr. (smith) Lalita Sharma, Indian adaptation of Bills adjustment inventory was used in order to find out adjustment in the area such as Home, Social, Health and Emotional. Two category of response ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ have been provided as answer to each items. |
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION IN NATIONS |
Author : Prohlad Roy |
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Abstract :Religious education can be defined as a lesson, instruction or coaching of a specific religion. In contemporary and secular society, religious education involves a particular kind of teaching which is so much not associated with the academic world and usually considers religious faith as the basic ideology and working modality, as well as a required condition of attendance. We can also say that religious education is a phrase given to education concerned with the study of religion. It can be referred to the teachings achieved through a church or religious association for information with regards to doctrinal beliefs and faith, or for learning in various areas of religion, but with no unequivocally religious or ethical aspires, e.g. in a school, college or university. The expression frequently has common characteristics with religious studies. |
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A STUDY OF CUSTOMER SATISFACTION TOWARDS COMMERCIAL COMPLEX |
Author : Anand Chavan , Sarang Bhola |
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Abstract :Understanding and satisfying a customer is pivotal. To understand customer behavior towards commercial complex a survey has undertaken with schedule housed close and open ended questions. The opinion were sought on Likert scale and direct discussion was held with 108 sample customers about amenities provided in shop of commercial complex by builder. It has found from study is that majority of customers having higher level of difficulty in time required for shop registration process. Sample customers found to be highly satisfied towards facilities like bank loan, proximity to market place and location of site. Customers are highly dissatisfied with the parameters like security, parking for vehicle, customization of shop, after sales service and common toilet and bathroom facility in commercial complex. |
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A STUDY ON THE COVERAGE OF CRIME AGAINST WOMEN IN MEDIA AND ITS IMPACT AMONG AUDIENCE”(A study conducted at Chennai) |
Author : N. Tamilselvi , Deepa Viswam |
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Abstract :Rape has reared its ugly face almost every day in all the newspapers nowadays. After the brutal gang rape of a para medical student in Delhi, many rape cases have been filed in police station. It does not mean that such brutal crimes are causing more crimes but now women are less afraid to come out in open and boldly file a case against the predator. Incidents of rape and other forms of violence against women have created lots of furor and anguish, and rightly so amongst middle class throughout the country. According to the National Crime Records Bureau 24,923 rape cases were reported across India in 2012, but experts agree that the number of unreported cases of sexual assault brings the total much higher. |
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WOMEN TEACHERS IN SECONDARY EDUCATION: A SOCIOLOGICAL STUDY IN KALABURAGI DISTRICT |
Author : Hemalata. Basavaraj |
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Abstract :With the increase of female education, the women are participating in outside work and teaching profession is most favoured by women. But, like other working women, women teachers are also facing many of the social problems. The present study is made to assess the social and family background of women teachers in secondary education and to find out the social problems faced by these women. Totally 300 women teachers working in selected secondary schools located in Kalaburagi district were selected and questionnaire was used to collect the primary data. The paper presented the findings. |
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WOMEN TEACHERS IN SECONDARY EDUCATION: A SOCIOLOGICAL STUDY IN KALABURAGI DISTRICT |
Author : Hemalata. Basavaraj |
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Abstract :With the increase of female education, the women are participating in outside work and teaching profession is most favoured by women. But, like other working women, women teachers are also facing many of the social problems. The present study is made to assess the social and family background of women teachers in secondary education and to find out the social problems faced by these women. Totally 300 women teachers working in selected secondary schools located in Kalaburagi district were selected and questionnaire was used to collect the primary data. The paper presented the findings. |
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MANUFACTURE OF SELF-COMPACTING CONCRETE WITH ADDITION OF FINE WASTE OF MARBLE(Fabricação de Concreto Autoadensável com Adição de Resíduos Finos de Marmorarias) |
Author : Melquizedec Arcos Rodrigues |
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Abstract :he aim of this study is to determine the possible replacement percentage of cement per waste marbles and granites (WMG) of marble shops of Manaus in the production of self-compacting concrete (SCC). The methodology adopted was to hold various laboratory tests: characterization of each constituent material of the CAA; the rheological properties of SCC; and mechanical, physical and chemical properties in the hardened state of SCC. Two superplasticizers have been applied, one on the base and other salts of sulphonated polymer based whose optimum content was determined by testing the slurry Marsh cone. |
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MARKET STRUCTURE AND MARKET POWER IN MILK VALUE CHAIN: THE CASE OF INDIA |
Author : Sarvesh Bandhu |
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Abstract :The recent rise in the prices of fluid milk has attracted significant media attention with allegations that fluid milk processors/retailers have colluded to raise prices . The attention is justified as milk constitutes an important commodity in the consumption basket of majority of households in India. In this note we propose an empirical framework derived from a structural model which is an extension of the new empirical industrial organization (NEIO) approach and allows for a estimation of market power exertion when firms on both sides have potential market power |
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COMPARISON OF LEG STRENGTH AMONG VOLLEYBALL AND HANDBALL PLAYERS |
Author : Anita Mudliar |
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Abstract :The purpose of this study was to compare leg strength among Volleyball and Handball players. Thirty (30) subjects of Volleyball and Handball match practice group belonging to the age group 18-25 years from College of Physical Education, Institute of Professional Studies, Rashtrasant Tukdoji Maharaj Nagpur University, Nagpur were selected randomly as subjects. For the purpose of this study and to get up to the valid conclusion researcher had chosen one variable namely Leg strength as dependent variable. to compare the leg strength of Volleyball and Handball players so one shot experimental research design was used. In order to compare leg strength of Volleyball and Handball Players independent “t” test was employed as statistical technique at the 0.05 level of significance. The score were taken the best of three distances recorded in centimeters and meters only the best trial was recorded. Findings of the study show that there is no significant difference was found between belonging to Volleyball and Handball players in the means of leg strength. |
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DELINEATION OF IPSEITY AND CULTURE IN KIRAN DESAI’S NOVELS |
Author : Ram Kakde |
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Abstract :“A man was only what he saw of himself in other”- V.S.Naipaul There is the reflection of identity and culture in Kiran Desai’s novels. Kiran Desai’s novels Kiran Desai is the latest and glorious name in the world of English writing and diaspora. She won the Man Booker prize for her very second novel ‘Inheritance of Loss’. She born in India and went to USA at the age of 14. She studied at there. ‘Hallaballo in the Guava Orchard’ is her debut novel. She spent eight years to writing her second novel ‘The Inheritance of Loss’. Kiran Desai’s works deal with the different theme. Her novels have their seed in the Indian soil and tradition. Qualities of her works are ipseity, culture, multiculturalism, class-distinction, extentialism, feeling of isolation and nostalgic emotions etc. this paper study the reflection of ipseity and culture in her novels. |
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A CONTRIBUTION TO THE DECISION-MAKING PROCESS IN INVESTMENTS WITH A FOCUS ON THE ASSESSMENT OF THE RISK MANAGEMENT (Uma Contribuição ao Processo Decisório em Investimentos com Foco na Avaliação do Risco de Gestão) |
Author : Antonio Claudio Kieling, DSc. , Márcio Vinicius Araújo de Barros and Ronaldo Cezar da Cunha Bazi |
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Abstract :The indicators used to measure the degree of acceptability of each project in financial investments are always connected, usually, the elements numeric or quantitative. The possibility of a manager or your team does not perform properly the opportunities and actions that are required in order to which the specified maximum values return to configure almost always is not considered, despite the fact that there are examples of bad management in investments that leads the company to a delicate situation. The risk management, then, is characterized fundamentally qualitative based subjective, based on the history presented by the managers on the basis of their hits and errors, their competences (group and individual), skills (on the basis of their experience and attitudes demonstrated in situations model. The central aim of this work is to define these competencies, skills and attitudes that would define a good financial manager of investments. |
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PSYCHOLOGICAL CAPITAL AS A MODERATOR BETWEEN PERCEPTIONS OF SOCIAL SUPPORT IN THE ENVIRONMENT AND THE ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT OF ECONOMIC EMPREENDEDIMENTOS SOLIDARITY |
Author : Luciano Gonçalves de Lima , Mirlene Maria Matias Siqueira and Vânia Maria Jorge Nassif |
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Abstract :This research aimed to analyze the interdependence of psychological capital, perceptions of social support and perceptions of support in the organizational context supportive of economic enterprises. Participants in the study were 106 randomly selected members, and the data collection instrument was a self-administered questionnaire composed of four measures validated for the Brazilian context. The information collected, all represented by numerical indicators, formed a database for processing in the software Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 18.0. |
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CASTEISM IN THE SIKH COMMUNITY |
Author : Arvinder Singh |
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Abstract :Casteism is an essential constituent of socio- political discourse in India. Hierarchical social structures in Hindu society were based on the principle of division of labour but latter on the four-fold division of Hindu society gave birth to social injustice, discriminations and violation of human dignity of weaker sections of society. Sikhism repudiated the Varnashrama Dharma theory and severely condemned the caste based discriminations and ill-treatment with subaltern sections of society. Sikh Gurus emphasised on unity of humankind and urged their followers to rise above parochial and man-made caste divisions. |
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GROWTH OF FORT ST.GEORGE IN MADRAS |
Author : G. Thiyagarajan |
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Abstract :The Padaikaval system prevailed in Tamil Country during the Vijayanagar Rule . As a matter of act, this system was a traditional one and roughly corresponding to the police system of the modern days. The word ‘kaval’ means watch and this was the primary function of the predatory tribes. The Padaikavalkars afforded the services to protect the grain, cattle and other movable and immovable properties of the inhabitants and to guard the public places like temples, markets and common ways. |
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EFFECT OF YOGIC PRACTICES ON SELF-CONCEPT AND EMOTIONAL STABILITY OF HEARING CHALLENGED ADOLESCENTS |
Author : Savita Gahlawat |
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Abstract :The study was designed to examine whether yoga has any positive effect on the self-concept and emotional stability of hearing challenged adolescents. The sample consisted of purposively selected 15 hearing challenged school going adolescents (aged 11-15) from Welfare centre for Hearing Impaired, Sonipat, Haryana. R.K. Saraswat’s Self-Concept Inventory and A. Sen Gupta and A.K. Singh’s Emotional stability test for Children was administered on the subject before and after the yoga programme. |
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EFFECT OF YOGIC PRACTICES ON SELF-CONCEPT AND EMOTIONAL STABILITY OF HEARING CHALLENGED ADOLESCENTS |
Author : Savita Gahlawat |
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Abstract :The study was designed to examine whether yoga has any positive effect on the self-concept and emotional stability of hearing challenged adolescents. The sample consisted of purposively selected 15 hearing challenged school going adolescents (aged 11-15) from Welfare centre for Hearing Impaired, Sonipat, Haryana. R.K. Saraswat’s Self-Concept Inventory and A. Sen Gupta and A.K. Singh’s Emotional stability test for Children was administered on the subject before and after the yoga programme. |
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FOOD PREFERENCE AND DIETARY INTAKE OF COLLEGE STUDENTS IN HARYANA COLLEGE |
Author : Deepika Dawar Vinti Davar |
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Abstract :The present study was conducted on 120 college students (18-23 years). The main aim of the study was to explore the food preferences and dietary intake of college students pursuing their bachelor and master degree in an affiliated college in Haryana. Majority of the respondents (70%) were in the age group of 18-20 years and out of the total 91.66 per cent were Hindus. About 65 per cent of the respondents were in normal range of BMI. Most of the respondents were pure vegetarian. More than half of the respondents, (60%) skipped meal with substitutes. The reported reason for skipping meal by 40 per cent of subjects was shortage of time. |
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A STUDY ON TALENT MANAGEMENT AND STAFF RETENTION IN DAIRY INDUSTRY |
Author : M.Vijaya Bhaskar Reddy , G.Malyadri and S.Khootizal Kubara |
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Abstract :A talent management(TM) is a process that must be worked into business strategy and implemented in daily processes. It cannot be left solely to the human resources depar t ment to attract and retain employees, but rather must be practiced at all levels of the organization. Companies need to realise that they need to have talented people representing the clients and customers they serve. T alent should reflect all levels, competencies and client preferences. Staff Retention involves taking measures to encourage employees to remain in the organization for the maximum period of time. Corporate is facing a lot of problems in employee retention these days. Hiring knowledgeable people for the job is essential for an employer . But retention is even more important than hiring. There is no dearth of opportunities for a talented person. There are many organizations which are looking for such employees. The top organizations are on the top because they value their employees and they know how to keep them glued to the organization. Employees stay and leave organizations for some reasons. |
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VISUAL MERCHANDISING IMPOSE ON IN-STORE SALES |
Author : N. Rajendhiran , K. Manimozhian |
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Abstract :UM offers retail teams more time to concentrate on the right tasks ,implementing corporate policy rather than having to create their own. It allows the whole company to move forward with the same selling strategies, components and practice to maximize opportunities – delivering a consistent application of company policy in store, which improves the customer experience and maximizes sales opportunities Retail Teams benefit from greater clarity of direction, and from better information and training to help them perform role related tasks with an effective integrated approach. Today many retailers follow visual merchandising culture in their store to maintain good brand image using effective graphics and visual arts with the aim to increase per square foot traffic to the store and boost sales. this paper concepts to make sure that what are all the elements impose the store sales The color ,fixture and fitting, signage, window display, by this elements how to influencing the sales in store. |
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THE ERUPTION SEQUENCE OF PRIMARY AND PERMANENT TEETH IN A GROUP OF CHILDREN IN KAFR EL-SHEIKH GOVERNORATE, EGYPT |
Author : Abd El-Hakam,Rabab M , Taha,Sherine E. , Abou El Yazeed, M. and Nasr,Rania A. |
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Abstract :Limited numbers of studies are published from Middle Eastern countries on the eruption age of teeth. Therefore, the information utilized in the academic and clinical situation about the eruption time of teeth in Middle Eastern countries is still based on American and European standards. Objectives: The aim of this study was to determine the eruption dates and sequence of primary and permanent teeth and to correlate between chronological and developmental age of eruption of primary and permanent teeth in a group of Egyptian children. Methods: The study sample consisted of 1572 healthy Egyptian children of both sexes from Kafr El-Sheikh Governorate, Egypt. A number of 1031 children were selected from schools and 541 children were selected from Maternal and Child Welfare provided that they fulfill the criteria of selection. |
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EFFECT OF YOGIC PRACTICE ON ASSERTIVENESS IN STUDENTS OF ANNAMALAI UNIVERSITY STUDENTS |
Author : T. Prabakaran and W. Vinu |
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Abstract :The aim of the study was to determine the effect of selected yogic practices on ‘Assertiveness’, of students.30 men students were selected randomly from ‘Annamalai University’ they were selected random and their age group was between 18 - 25 years. Two groups were formed one experimental and one control group of 15subjects each. The experimental group participated in yogic practice training and for 10 week and the control group performed the routine work. The data was collected in the beginning and at the end. The training schedule was prepared systematically and carefully. The significance was tested at 0.05 levels. |
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INTERLINKAGES BETWEEN FINANCIAL LITERACY AND FINANCIAL BEHAVIOR - AN INDIAN PERSPECTIVE |
Author : Prateek Bedi |
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Abstract :In recent years, the Indian govern- ment, particularly the Reserve Bank of India, has been aggressively working to increase levels of financial knowledge of the domestic population at large. This goal is similar to the one set out by Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) to help consumers “develop skills and confidence to become aware of financial risks and opportunities, to make informed choices, to know where to go for help and to take effective actions to improve their overall financial well-being.” In light of these efforts, this paper deals with the issue of drawing out a relationship between two important fundamental constructs - Financial Literacy and Financial Behavior. Both these constructs are studied in conjunction with demographic characteristics to identify reasons for differences in levels of financial knowledge and kinds of financial behavior of the respondents. |
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCA TION |
Author : S. Leo Stanly |
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Abstract :The rapid development of virtual education is most noticeable in the developed world where there is much greater access to educational institutions and learning technolo- gies, especially computers, CDROMs and the Internet. ICT makes it possible for many potential learners in man y parts of developing countries, including remote and rural areas, to have access to education. |
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A STUDY OF WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AND TOURISM DEVELOPMENT IN TADOBA ANDHARI TIGER RESERVE IN MAHARASHTRA, INDIA |
Author : Dudhapachare Y Y , Lakhe Vanashree and R K Sadalwar |
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Abstract :Forest and wildlife in India are considered very vast and rich as there is very significant biodiversity in just 2.5 percent geographical area of the world. India has already registered about 91000 animal species along with 45000 plant species. National parks and sanctuaries in India are not only conserving forest and wildlife but catering to tourist facilities and help the local people to achieve economic development. The first priority of the national parks and sanctuaries is to conserve forest and wildlife, but the same are also attracting the domestic as well as international tourists and helping the local economy to grow. Tourism has dual nature in the area of wildlife management. It can enhance the wildlife management, conserve and make healthy the local economy on one side but on the other hand it can hamper the primary objectives of establishment of national park and sanctuaries, if there is high load of tourism beyond its actual carrying capacity. So, it is essential to examine the equilibrium between tourism and wildlife conservation. |
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ORIENTATION FIELD ESTIMATION FOR LATENT FINGERPRINT ENHANCEMENT |
Author : H.S.Vimala |
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Abstract :Fingerprints have been the most accepted tool for personal identification since many decades. It is also an invaluable tool for law enforcement and forensics for over a century, motivating the research in automated fingerprint-based identification, an application of biometric system. The matching or identification accuracy using fingerprints has been shown to be very high. The theory on the uniqueness of fingerprint minutiae leads to the steps in studying the statistics of extracting the minutiae features reliably. Identifying latent fingerprints (refers to the impressions unintentionally left on items handled or touched by fingers) is of vital importance for law enforcement agencies to apprehend criminals and terrorists. Compared to live-scan and inked fingerprints, the image quality of latent fingerprints is much lower, with complex image background, unclear ridge structure, and even overlapping patterns. A robust orientation field estimation algorithm is required for enhancing and recognizing poor quality latents. |
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THE CONSCIENCE KEEPER |
Author : Bindu M . Raghavan |
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Abstract :PART ‘A’ Above all, Bhabani Bhattacharya is a humanist interested in the progress of the Indian society in every walk of like. He evokes compassion for the poor and the downtrodden. He brings to light social evils like hunger, inequality, cruelty, inhumanity and hypocrisy. He exposes through his novels the utter lack of morals and human values in the society. In He who Rides a Tiger, Bhattacharya employs a lie to expose the truth about caste and religion as they obtain in the society. The protagonist of the novel is Kalo. His sufferings and thirst for revenge on the society constitute the main theme of the novel. The superstitions among the people, casteism, the horrors of war and famine, the exploitation of the poor by the rich and the increasing evils of money-power are picturised in the novel. Kalo is presented as a champion of social freedom. His fight is not with any single individual. He wants to take revenge on the entire upper-class society. Ultimately, he learns, out of his miseries and experiences, that to be true to one’s own self is most important. |
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INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE OF PLANTS IN HEALTHCARE PRACTICES AMONG YANADIS OF CHITTOOR DISTRICT, ANDHRA PRADESH |
Author : P. Chandrasekhar Rao ,B.K. Chandrasekhar Reddy |
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Abstract :The present study was aimed at exploring the indigenous knowledge of native tribes on the utilization of wild plant species for local healthcare management in Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh. A survey was carried out to collect firsthand information on the traditional medicinal practice by the Yanadi people. Three villages inhabited by the Yanadi people in and around Chandragiri were surveyed. The information was collected by means of open-ended conversations, semi-structured questionnaire, group discussion, etc. Information obtained from the informants was also cross verified to check the authenticity. The chief ailments treated in this province were snake bite and scorpion sting, jaundice, piles and skin diseases, etc. It can be concluded that the documentation of the indigenous knowledge in management of local healthcare is the first step, which will open new door for the researchers in the field of modern drug development. |
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INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AND DISPARITIES IN SOLAPUR DISTRICT |
Author : Bhosale S. N. |
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Abstract :Industries are the key force to fast economic development in a region. Industrialization is the most predominant component of overall development strategies. Regional development on optimum industrial activity based on broader economic and strategic considerations; because it establishes equilibrium between the people and the heritage of the regions. It seeks the objective of conservation of limited and exhaustible resources for the benefit of prosperity. It also leads to an equitable distribution of employment opportunities, which remains no more confined to a few regions, dealing to wide disparities in per capita income among various regions. |
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INDIAN TEXTILE SENARIO; PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTIVES |
Author : Naganath Bhosle |
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Abstract :India accounts for 22 per cent of the world’s installed capacity of spindles and is one of the largest exporters of yarn in international market. Indian industry contributes about 25 per cent share in the world trade of cotton yarn. It has second highest spindleage in the world after China. Indian textile has the highest loomage (including handlooms) in the world and contributes about 61 per cent to the world loomage. The contribution of India is about 12 per cent of the world production of textile fibres and yarns (including jute). India is the largest producer of jute, second largest producer of silk, third largest producer of cotton and cellulose fibre/yarn and fifth largest producer of synthetic fibres/yarns. The textile sector also has a direct link with the rural economy and performance of major fibre crops and crafts such as cotton, wool, silk, handicrafts and handlooms, which employ millions of farmers and crafts persons in rural and semi-urban areas. India produces a variety of textiles and clothin items. India is rich in traditional workers adept at value-adding tasks, which could give Indian companies significant margin advantage. |
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