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Should Utilitarianism Universalize Environmental Rights, Right to Good Governance and Peace over Fundamental Human Rights? Analyzing the Nigerian Conundrum
Authors: Ohwofasa Okumagba Edward , Ovwighose Odhe Kenneth
Published: May 2023

The paper x-rays the role of the natural law school of thought in the emergence of the utilitarian school of thought and how it has led to the decline of the natural law school. Key to this is the goal of the utilitarian school proponents arguing for the rights of citizens of a state to a healthy environment. While this right have captured by majority of nations, Nigerian Constitution has continued to shy away from giving effect it. This paper seeks amongst others to examine whether the tenets of utilitarianism which guarantees environmental rights, good governance and peace over fundamental rights. In achieving the aim of this paper, the doctrinal research method is adopted. It contextualizes relevant source materials and scholarly literature to reveal that the right to healthy environment, a key tenet of utilitarianism is nonexistent under Nigerian Law. In addition, the provisions of fundamental human rights under Nigerian law do not have any impact on the right to a healthy environment. The paper therefore recommend that Chapter II of the Nigerian Constitution be amended to make the items listed under it, such as the right to protect the environment and the right to a healthy environment be justiciable against the Nigerian Government with a view to bridging the gap between the rights to a healthy environment, good governance, peace and fundamental human rights.
Human Rights and Transnational Corporations: A Nexus with Sustainable Development in Cameroon
Authors: Ewule Lifafe Leslie
Published: May 2023

Globalization has united the world and enhanced the interaction between states, defined all economic, political, social and cultural differences. Today the corporate form is an omnipresent part of modern commercial life and is significant in the economic lives of states. The multinational corporation (or international or transnational corporation) is a business organization whose activities are located in more than two countries and is the organizational form that defines foreign direct investment. This form consists of a country location where the firm is incorporated and of the establishment of branches or subsidiaries in foreign countries. Multinational companies can, obviously, vary in the extent of their multinational activities in terms of the number of countries in which they operate. A large multinational corporation can operate in 100 countries, with hundreds of thousands of employees located outside its home country. When these companies expand, they mostly go for business purposes and forget the notion of protecting human rights which are fundamental for the growth and protection of the population especially in third world countries like Cameroon. It is left on home governments to ensure that these TNCs respect human rights through corporate social responsibility in the process of making profits which can be considered as the main goal of such corporations. There are three main categories of human rights provided in the Universal Declaration on Human Rights which these TNCs and other stakeholders must uphold or guarantee while carrying out their activities namely; first, second and third generation rights. This classification follows the historical development of human rights. The first generation consists of civil and political rights, the second generation rights consist of economic, social and cultural rights, and third category of human rights is closely associated to the rise of third world nationalism also known as solidarity rights. However, developing states like Cameroon find it difficult to regulate these corporations due to corruption, and the fear of political interference from TNCs since most of them are bigger in influence and finance than Cameroon. The respect of Human rights by TNCs will help increase productivity, hard-work and sustainable development because the respect of these rights encourages people to work in comfortable situations, take care of their families with proper pay, send kids to school, and gain access to modern facilities provided by these TNCs like schools, hospitals and good roads. It is however suggested that foreign developed countries and International organizations, should take charge of sanctioning TNCs which violate human rights in developing countries like Cameroon because they are in a better position to do so due to their economic and political power.
An Appraisal of Selected Legal Frameworks for the Management of Oil Spillage in Nigeria
Authors: Veronica Awhefeada Ufuoma
Published: May 2023

The Niger Delta region is one of the major regions in Nigeria where the oil spillage is prevalent. Over the years, several laws have been passed with a view to abating the menace. Despite the existence of these enactments, the problem of oil spillage persists. This paper examines selected legal legislations pertaining to the regulation, control and management of the Nigerian oil industry with a view to identifying inherent gaps for possible amendment and reform. Using the doctrinal method of research, this piece identifies areas in the relevant laws that need to be modified to effectively curb the problem of oil spillage in the Niger Delta region. It is shown that the inability of the relevant laws to abate the problem of oil spillage in Nigeria is a direct consequence of the gaps in the laws which fails take into consideration current realities in terms of imposition of adequate/stiffer penalties for environmental crimes particularly those perpetuated by corporate bodies. To this end, the need to overhaul the relevant laws and bring it up to speed with contemporary challenges is a necessary condition to ensuring that the problem of oil spillage becomes a thing of the past. Among other suggestions therefore, this contribution calls for the amendment of Section 102 of the Petroleum Industry Act to make the provision of an environmental management plan a mandatory requirement for the grant of a license or lease. It is contended also, that the punishment section of the Harmful Waste (Special Criminal Provisions) Act should be more specific with respect to the particular punishment to be meted on violators. The exclusion of the oil and gas sector by Sections 7 and 8 of the National Environmental Standards Regulation Enforcement Agency Act works a great disservice to the overall utility of the Act and should forthwith be amended to cover these critical sectors which are a major contributor to the menace of oil spillage.
Gender Inequality and Discrimination against Women and Women’s Rights Challenges in Nigeria
Authors: Kehinde Obaoye Justina , Wenli Tian
Published: May 2023

This article will present the concept of equality and non-discrimination through the working of the human rights mechanism on the promotion and protection of women’s rights. This research will further focus on gender inequality and discriminatory practices against women; and identify the challenges encountered in the implementation of women’s right in Nigeria. Nigerian women constitute about half of the Nigerian population and are known to play significant roles in the society. However, gender inequality and discrimination due to the patriarchal system has deeply affected women’s structurally unequal position in many aspects such as families, inheritance, workplace, education and politics. Tradition and religion have also contributed to men domination in the structure of social organization and institution at all levels of leadership while women are confined to domestic activities. Gender stereotype, roles ideology and discrimination have limited women from maximizing their potentials on the basis of equality with men even though the Federal Republic of Nigeria constitution provides for gender equality between men and women. Several efforts have been made by the government of Nigeria to promote gender equality and non-discrimination, however, the failure of Nigeria to domesticates the International and regional treaties as part of its municipal law has slowed down the pace of women’s emancipation. Consequently, Nigerian women have suffered intense marginalization and relegation to the background. Women are victims of discrimination in all aspects of their lives, this discrimination has persisted for so long that is deeply rooted and institutionalized in the Nigerian system.
Urgent Need of Reform & Formulation of Legislation to Curb Honour Killing: No Honour in Honour Killing
Authors: Kumari Priyadarshani
Published: May 2023

Indian society is the amalgamation of multilateral, multilingual and pluralism which is completely culturally diverse. India is recognized for its enriched culture and secularism is one of the distinct features of our nation. So different community have their own norms, tradition, mores and values apart from the formally recognized laws. The definition of reputation in society, or holding a high esteemed honor among the prestigious community or society is confined here ‘if the adult of your family lives within the boundaries set by the orthodoxical pre-occupied standards’. This article demonstrates the barbaric steps or treatment the society or the partner gives to the love birds who are fugitive, divergent, social deviant and unrefined as per the societal calculation and measurement but not in the eyes of law. The paper exhibits the nastiness in the name of religion, sacraments, culture or tradition which is existing still in this 21st century where we proudly talk about modernization and westernization and Progressive legalization. Article 21 gives us right to live with dignity, personal liberty which includes right to privacy as well. We have article 19 which talks about right to freedom of speech and expression. We have article 14 which guarantees the right to equality. We have statutes and legislation like Special marriage Act, 1954, laws relating to Human Rights protected under Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993 i.e., Universal rights which we acquire since the time we are born. In spite of having these paramount fundamental rights and human rights with us marrying or living in with a person of your own choice becomes a life-threatening punishment to most of the couples or one of the partners in our culturally diverse country.
Shayara Bano: An Analysis Of Dissenting Judgment
Authors: Mishra Udit , Kumar Trivedi Dr. Piyush
Published: May 2023

In this paper author discusses intricate details of judgment passed by the Constitution Bench (5-Judge) of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in case of Shayara Bano v. Union of India[i], with objective to understand the concept of Talaq-ul-Biddat and its religious and legal sanctity and permissibility. This paper aims to provide the insight of less discussed (2-Judge) dissenting judgment passed by Hon’ble Supreme Court in Shayara Bano (supra) with particular emphasis on providing details about the issues framed and considered by Hon’ble Supreme Court and reasoning provided therefor, while considering the rival submissions of the parties and relevant provisions of law and judicial precedents.
False Accusation And Men – Pilloried Innocence
Authors: GV Desikan
Published: May 2023

Any person, irrespective of the gender, may be falsely indicted of spurious charges. However, there are certain charges that accuses only the men folks. Such charges correspond to grievous offences related to sexual violence and has the potential of ruining the accused’s future, if convicted or if the case remains open for longer duration. In its introduction, this paper discusses various legal provisions that applies specifically against men and provides an overview of statistics related to false accusation in India. Considering the victim’s view point as well, this paper discusses the flip side to establish a justification on the need for an unbiased view on the issue at hand. Referring to various instances of false accusations proven in the court of law, this paper provides the insights of various authors on the reasons behind false accusations. Intent based classification of the offence and an outline of subjective and objective gratifications are also discussed in this paper. Certain distinctive traits of habitual false accusers are explained in this paper. This paper spells out the hardship endured by those who are falsely accused of sexual violence and suggests measures in line with the 192nd Law Commission Report and recommendations of various other authors and experts to moving the system forward towards the standards and ideals. In the final part, the possible subjugation through out of court or out of police system settlements are discussed which is followed by a concluding note placing a request to the lawmakers for bringing in the necessary changes as advocated and referenced in this paper.
Creation of State Police and its Constitutionality: An Imperative for the Nigerian State
Authors: Awhefeada Ufuoma Veronica , Esavwede Jenigho Phillip
Published: May 2023

This paper makes a case for the creation of state police in Nigeria because of the country’s ongoing security challenges. It states that the police force is under the control of the federal government. It addresses the Nigerian police’s plethora of problems such as inadequate manpower among others which have resulted in their incapacity to maintain peace and order and safeguard people’s lives and property. The case for the establishment of state police is justified and well-founded because states are closer to the people and will be able to prevent alleged violent criminal offences. The paper also draws inferences from the United States in supporting the creation of state police as it exists there and the police have been playing its role in maintaining law and order. It states that for state police to become a reality, the provisions of section 214 CFRN 1999 should be amended to accommodate it.
The Citizenship Amendment Act and its Correspondence with the Assam Accord and the NRC: A Constitutional Analysis
Authors: Rahman Pervez
Published: May 2023

This research paper aims to comprehend the Citizenship Amendment Act’s provisions in light of the Constitution’s requirements while also looking at the Act’s connections to the Assam Accord and the National Register of Citizens. The Citizenship Amendment Act of 2019’s primary goal is to allow citizenship to Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, Christians, Parsis, and Jains who escaped religious persecution in adjoining countries like Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Afghanistan before December 31, 2019, yet it rejects Muslim refugees from those equivalent nations. Since Muslims are isolated from their partners — Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, Christians, Parsis, and Jains — under similar states of religious persecution and lack of equality between them is ludicrous and nonsensical, the Citizenship Amendment Act’s differentiations are not in view of a sensible nexus and disregard Muslims’ rights. Keeping religiously mistreated Muslims in detention facilities separate from their Hindu, Muslim, Buddhist, Sikh, and Jains partners from the previously mentioned nations confines their right to life and personal liberty based on an unreasonable cycle, which disregards Article 21 when a regulation’s objective is religious persecution. The article likewise tries to resolve the issue of how the Act discriminated against Muslim immigrants by granting them citizenship rights simply based on their religion, as this contradicts both the very much cherished idea of secularism and the central moral underpinnings of the Constitution. Members of the six aforementioned religious groups have until December 31, 2014, in accordance with the Citizenship Amendment Act, to apply for citizenship in India. This date coincides with the NRC’s deadline of March 24, 1971, rendering the absurd callisthenics of the NRC in Assam meaningless.
In Defence Of Collegium System With A Caveat
Authors: Nigam Dr. Ashok
Published: May 2023

This article undertakes a detailed examination of the arguments put forth on both sides of the debate and critically evaluates them in light of the fundamental principles of the country’s jurisprudence, constitutional morality, its seventy five years long experience as a democratic polity and its wider socio-cultural milieu. The Collegium System is not perfect, just like any other constitutional institution in our democratic set up, it plays an important role in ensuring the independence of judiciary. Despite its shortcomings, like democracy, it continues to be the best system amongst available alternatives. Truly, if the last bastion of independent judiciary falls, then the country would enter the “abyss of a new dark age”. What is the independence of the judiciary if independent and fearless judges are not being appointed?’ This article do recommendations for judicial reform with regard to the Collegium system. These include broadening the process of consultations for choosing meritorious judges by including consultations with the bar and other judges of the same court and taking into account principles of judicial federalism inculcated under article 124 of the constitution. It also recommends making the selection procedure faster, more efficient and inclusive by ensuring greater representation of women, Scheduled Caste and Schedule Tribes and other disadvantaged groups.
Legal Thresholds on Religious Conversions in India
Authors: S.T Neethu
Published: May 2023

The Indian debate over religious conversion has been going on for centuries. However, mutual understanding between conversion supporters and opponents has not advanced much. Religious conversion has become the subject of passionate debate in contemporary India. From the early 20th century onwards, it has surfaced again and again in the political realm, in the media, and in the courts. During the last few decades, the dispute has attained a new climax in the plethora of newspapers, journals, and books whose pages have been devoted to the question of conversion. Apparently, a large group of Indians considers this to be an issue of crucial import to the future of their country. This paper examines the issue of religious conversion in the light of existing constitutional provisions, judicial pronouncements, and secularism.
An Analytical Study of the Scope of Article 25 in Special Reference to the Essential Religious Practice Test
Authors: Yadav Utkarsh
Published: May 2023

Article 25 of the Constitution of India provides to all persons equally entitled to freedom of Conscience and guaranteeing to freely profess, practise and propagate religion. Recently the striking example on the scope of Article 25 decided by the Karnataka High Court in the case of Smt. Resham versus State of Karnataka (W.P. no. 2347 of 2022). While deciding the petition seeking to lay a challenge to the insistence of certain educational institutions that no girl should wear the hijab (Headscarf) whilst in the classroom. The Hon’ble High Court framed the issue on the same and relied upon the Shirur Mutt Case whereby the apex court propounded the essential practice test. The high court decided in negative in her ratio decidendi stated the fact that restriction on the hijab was a reasonable and constitutionally permissible one that student could not object to. This test has been criticized on various ground as arbitrary, illegal, irrelevant etc and questioning the role of apex court on what factor determining the essential and non-essential religious practice. This article aims to explain the scope of article 25 and the essential religious practice test through various judgments. This study will also explore the other secular test such as reasonable restriction would have been adhered to evolve test.
Provisions Relating To Bail Under The Code Of Criminal Procedure In Bangladesh
Authors: Husan Sayedul
Published: May 2023

The term “bail” was originally taken from the French word “bailer,” which means to provide or deliver. So, bail denotes to release of an accused person from police custody or imprisonment for a while in the hand of a surety and the responsibility of presenting the accused person before the Court whenever necessary has been assigned to the surety. Bail also gives a message to the bailed person that though he is not in judicial custody, he is under the Court’s observation and has to remain sincere to the court proceeding till the judgement of the case is declared. Considering the facts and circumstances, the trial court or appellate Court decides on granting, cancelling or restoring bail. However, keeping in mind the very fundamental right of life and personal liberty ensured by the constitution of Bangladesh, our other statutory laws have made bail provisions to achieve two purposes. First, to secure the accused’s presence before investigation agencies as well as the Court of law and second, to preserve his fundamental right to life and liberty. Thus bail keeps a balance between the two.
Extranodal NK/T-cell Lymphoma, Nasal Type (Angiocentric T-cell Lymphoma): A Case Review of Histopathological Diagnosis
Authors: Prasetyo Awal , Istiadi Hermawan , Puspasari Dik
Published: May 2023

Extranodal NK/T-cell lymphoma, nasal type (ENKL) is a lymphoid neoplasm, which in the past has been grouped as a type of granulomatous diseases, is an aggressive non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. The aggressiveness of ENKL is characterized clinically by nonrelenting destruction of the midline structures of the palate and nasal fossa. The histopathological diagnosis of this disease is difficult to enforced despite the malignant clinical course recognizably because of extensive tissue necrosis and multiple biopsies are often required. ENKL has an ominous prognosis, as the average survival rate is between 6 and 25 months. This case report describes the difficulties in making histopathological diagnosis of a 52-year-old male patient who presented with nasal obstruction and foul smelling, destructive and ulseratif lesion over for 3 months duration, and failed to treat with antibiotics and anti-inflammatories drugs. The diiferential diagnosis of the multiple biopsies was nasal cavity granuloma, NK/T cell lymphoma and Wegener granulomatosis. After immunohistochemical panel analysis of Pansitokeratin (AE1/3), LCA, CD3 and CD56, the patient be confirmed had an ENKL, nasal type which in the past also known as angiocentric T-cell lymphoma.
The Role of Bone Marrow Biopsy Morphology and Clinical Characteristics in Facing the Challenges of Diagnosing Primary Myelofibrosis, Polycythemia Vera, and Essential Thrombocythemia at Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital
Authors: Rifani Liyona , Stephanie Agnes , Sukrisman Lugyanti , Mira Lubis Anna , Francisca Ham Maria
Published: May 2023

BackgroundMyeloproliferative neoplasm (MPN) is a neoplasm characterized by the proliferation of one or more myeloid cells and their derivatives. The limitations of molecular examination in Indonesia make the diagnosis of MPN based on clinical and histopathological examination very crucial. The aim evaluate the clinicopathological profile of primary myelofibrosis (PMF), polycythemia vera (PV), and essential thrombocythemia (ET) and identify the typical morphological characteristics of bone marrow biopsy.MethodsA retrospective study of cases diagnosed with MPN was conducted at the Department of Anatomic Pathology FMUI/RSCM in 2015-2019. Clinical data and evaluation of bone marrow morphology consisting of cellularity, erythroid myeloid ratio, cluster and megakaryocyte morphology, blast cells, fibrosis, osteosclerosis, and sinus dilatation were analyzed.ResultsA total of 172 cases were diagnosed as MPN BCR-ABL1-negative (PMF: 74; ET: 56; PV: 42). On routine blood examination, there was an increase in hemoglobin (Hb) and hematocrit (Ht) in PV, a decrease in Hb in PMF and an increase in platelets in ET (p<0.001). Splenomegaly is mostly found in PMF. Myeloid erythroid ratio was decreased in PV, normal in ET and increased in PMF (p<0.001). Megakaryocytes were arranged in loose clusters in 88.1% of PV cases and 96.4% of ET, dense clusters were found in 91.9% of PMF cases. Staghorn-like megakaryocytes were found in all ET cases and bulbous/cloud-like megakaryocytes were found in 97.3% of PMF cases. Most cases of PV (90.5%) and all cases of ET showed pre-fibrotic bone marrow (grade 0-1), while 77% of PMF cases showed fibrosis grade 2-3.ConclusionIn diagnosing PV, ET, and PMF, correlation between clinical data, laboratory, and bone marrow histomorphological evaluations, especially cellularity, myeloid:erythroid ratio, cluster and megakaryocyte morphology, degree of fibrosis, osteosclerosis, and sinus dilatation is required.
DESIGN OF HELICAL TYPE STEAM GENERATOR FOR EXPERIMENTAL POWER REACTOR
Authors: Putri Sunny Ineza , Darmanto Prihadi Setyo , Subekti Raden Mohammad
Published: May 2023

Reaktor Daya Eksperimental (RDE) is a high-temperature gas-cooled reactor (HTGR) for electricity generation, heat generation, and hydrogen production by Batan. Empirical and numerical calculations are needed to strengthen the existing design. The numerical method by computational fluid dynamic (CFD) analyzes temperature distribution and pressure drop along the pipe. The Batan RDE steam generator design has a seven-layer helical pipe model, while this research uses a one-layer helix pipe. In empirical calculations, the heat transfer region has three sections; single-phase liquid, two-phase, and single-phase vapor heat transfer. In numerical calculations, apply the assumption of constant heat flux and constant working fluid properties. The results of empiric calculations data showed that the helical pipe height was 3.98 m, shorter than the Batan design, which is 4.97 m. This considerable difference due to empirical calculations did not cover the safety factor. The results of numerical calculations show that in the single-phase, empiric calculation data were acceptable since the different values of numerical calculations for empiric calculations data were below 10%. Meanwhile, the case of the two-phase numerical calculations is not satisfactory and needs further research to obtain optimal results.
DETERMINING GAMMA SOURCE IN URANIUM MOLYBDENUM OF FUEL IN G.A SIWABESSY MULTI PURPOSE REACTOR
Authors: Riskiana Dewi Nur , Rohanda Anis , Abdullatif R. Farzand , Ngarayana I Wayan
Published: May 2023

Nuclear fission reactions produce a lot of radionuclides that release energy, one of which is in the form of gamma radiation. Gamma radiation is produced by various types of radionuclides, and nuclear reactor fuel will produce different values of gamma intensity. Uranium Molybdenum (U7Mo-Al) is the type of nuclear fuel for future research reactors that possesses many advantages. For the application of molybdenum-based fuel, it is necessary to determine the resulting gamma radiation. The purpose is to determine the gamma radiation produced from molybdenum-based fuel with various densities. This study begins with the determination of the mass composition of the reactor component, calculations with ORIGEN2.1, and data output analysis. The U7Mo-Al density was varied, namely 2.96 gU/cm3, 3.85 gU/cm3, 4.44 gU/cm3, 5.43 gU/cm3, 6.91 gU/cm3, and 8.29 gU/cm3. The gamma radiation yield of U7Mo-Al is lower than that of uranium silicide (U3Si2) with the same density of 2.96 gU/cm3. The result will add to the justification for the superiority of U7Mo-Al compared to U3Si2/Al. For U7Mo-Al with densities of 3.85 gU/cm3, 4.44 gU/cm3, 5.43 gU/cm3, 6.91 gU/cm3, and 8.29 gU/cm3, the one that produced the lowest gamma radiation intensity is 3.85 gU/cm3 while the highest is 8.29 gU/cm3. This explains that the intensity of the gamma radiation produced is directly proportional to the fuel density. The low intensity of gamma radiation in molybdenum-based fuel can be used as a suggestion in shielding design to ensure the operational safety of reactors.
Influence of water stress on the nutritional quality of peach fruits
Authors: Guizani Monia , Maatallah Samira , Ltifi Aida
Published: May 2023

Climate change, especially in arid and semi-arid areas, affects the production of fruit trees. In this region, fruit tree production requires an efficient water supply that maintaining safe and stable yields. The aim of this work is to study the influence of irrigation modes on the nutritional peach fruit quality and the control of water stress indicators rates. Our experiment was carried out at the CRRA Sidi Bouzid (Central-West of Tunisia). It focused on four varieties of peach (Prunus persica L), two early varieties (Flordastar (FS) and Early Maycrest (EMC)), a seasonal variety (Rubirich (RUB)) and a late variety (O'Henry (O'H)). Three different irrigation treatments were applied to the experimental plot: full irrigation (T1; 100% ETc), sustained deficit irrigation (T2; 50% ETc) and cyclical deficit irrigation (T3). The contents of total sugar, protein, and proline as well as some bioactive compounds and stress indicators (MDA, H2O2) were quantified in the exocarp and mesocarp of the fruit. The results showed that O’H fruits are the richest in phenolic compounds, as well as they have significant antioxidant activity. While, both FS tissues accumulated more sugar (55.15 and 81.31g/100g in the mesocarp and exocarp, respectively). Protein level was much higher under T2 and T3 treatments compared to the control treatment (T1) in all varieties. Water stress mainly T2 had significantly stimulated the accumulation of proline in the mesocarp of FS (the content increased from 0.61 to 2.1 µmol/100 g MS). In addition, in the four varieties, the cyclic water treatment (T3) has a significant effect on the accumulation of sugar and phenolic compounds. In conclusion, T3 seems to be the most adequate water regime to be applied in semi-arid region, saving water resources and maintaining fruit quality.
Management practices of dairy animals in Tarai region of Uttarakhand
Authors: BHOJ SUVARNA , GAUR GYANENDRA KUMAR , TARFDAR AYON , SINGH MUKESH
Published: May 2023

The existing dairy farm housing, milking, feeding and calf management practices in Tarai region of Uttarakhand along with performance traits were studied. Total 30 households with 596 livestock were considered for this work. Agriculture is the mainstay in the locale with animal husbandry as subsidiary occupation. Dairy animals mainly comprise 76% crossbreds and 21% Murrah buffaloes. Farms with 43% concrete, 30% bricks on edge and 10% kuchha flooring were recorded. Only 37% herds had 24 hour access to drinking water, 43% farmers fed commercial concentrate preparations, Stripping was practiced by 70% at the end of milking, 93% herdsman bred their cows within 12-18 hour of estrus with 3-5 months service period, and 60% dairymen consulted a veterinarian for services. Least squares mean (LSM) and standard error for Age at first calving (AFC), Calving Interval (CI), Dry Period (DP), Number of service per conception (NS/C), Milk yield per day (MY/D) and Lactation length (LL) were 427.31±5.80 days, 706.74±6.23 days, 378.76±1.48 days, 95.17±2.06 days, 1.32±0.03, 8.98±0.11 litre/day/animal, 315.14±1.65 days, respectively in cattle and 708.06±6.05 days, 948.62±10.09 days, 384.82±2.65 days, 139.08±6.07 days, 1.31±0.03, 9.54±0.15 litre/day/animal and 311.80±2.7 days, respectively in buffaloes. Effect of location on MY/D, LL and CI; of parity on CI and DP; and of AFC on DP was significant in cattle. In buffaloes, CI was significantly affected by location; MY/D, DP and LL by parity; and CI and NS/C by AFC. The results revealed a requisite to focus on stress management, calf care and sick animal management to improve animal performance.
Age related effect on pregnancy rate and pregnancy wastage in thoroughbred mares bred during different heat cycles postpartum under subtropical conditions
Authors: R SUCHITRA B , M DINESH N , M YATHISH H , C ANIL KUMAR M , V CHANDRASKHEKARA MURTHY
Published: May 2023

This investigation reports the correlation of age and heat cycles on the pregnancy rate and pregnancy wastage in Thoroughbred mares bred during foal heat (FH), second heat (SH) and third heat (TH) in a commercial stud farm in Kunigal, Karnataka, India. The pregnancy rate was not influenced by the different heat cycles post partum. The correlation of mare’s age on the pregnancy rate and heat cycles showed that the age of the mares significantly influenced the conception rate in mares bred during FH and TH postpartum, while it was not significant in SH. The mare’s age did not influence the pregnancy wastage significantly in mares bred during FH, SH or TH, but the FH bred mares showed significantly higher early embryonic mortality rate than SH and TH bred mares. While the abortion rate was not influenced by the different heat cycles postpartum. In conclusion, the reproductive efficiency with respect to pregnancy rate was age dependent, while pregnancy wastage looked independent of age in Thoroughbred mares bred on FH, SH and TH. The optimum age for better pregnancy rate was between 6 and 13 years in all the heat cycles and aged mares (>18 years old) showed reduced pregnancy rate due to increased pregnancy losses.
Comparative efficacy of synthetic and herbal emulsifiers in broiler chicken fed energy-restricted diet
Authors: SINGH PANKAJ KUMAR , SHEKHAR AJIT , KUMAR KAUSHALENDRA , KUMAR SANJAY , KUMAR PRAMOD , GANGULY BHASKAR
Published: May 2023

The digestive system of young birds is very poor and inefficient in digestion and absorption of fat due to less lipase production and low rate of bile formation, which can be overcome by the use of exogenous emulsifier. This study aimed to evaluate the comparative efficacy of exogenous herbal and synthetic emulsifiers on growth performance, nutrients utilization, haemato-biochemical profile, and carcass quality in broiler chickens fed energy restricted diet during a 35-days feeding trial. 180 one day-old Cobb400Y chicks were assigned into four treatment groups, each with three replicates. T0(control) received a basal diet without emulsifier, group T1 received a basal diet with 3% less metabolizable energy, group T2 received a basal diet with 3% less metabolizable energy + synthetic emulsifier @250 g/tonne of feed and group T3 received a basal diet with 3% less metabolizable energy + herbal emulsifier @ 250 g/tonne of feed. Supplementation of exogenous emulsifier enhanced growth performance and economics of broiler chicken. These was no significant effect of exogenous emulsifiers on dry matter, crude protein, calcium and phosphorus retention in broiler chickens, however, retention of ether extract improved significantly. Haematological parameters, carcass characteristics and overall acceptability of meat of broiler chicken fed diets supplemented with emulsifiers in energy restricted diets didn`t differ. Emulsifier supplementation didn’t change villi length and crypt depth. It was concluded that decrease in 3% metabolizable energy of broiler chicken diet depressed growth performance and economics of broiler chicken whereas, dietary supplementation of emulsifier @ 250 g/ tonne of energy restricted based broiler feed improved the growth performance, ether extract utilization, intestinal morphology and economics without affecting haemato-biochemical profile, and carcass quality of broiler chickens.
A randomized clinical study to evaluate the plate rod fixation for diaphyseal femoral fracture in dogs
Authors: BASHA K MOHAMMED ARIF , SINGH KIRANJEET , GOPINATHAN ASWATHY , SARANGOM SHERIN B , SURENDRA D S , R SWAPNA C , R SASIKALA , KUMAR AKSHAY , KHAN AZAM , JABEEN UZMA
Published: May 2023

The study was conducted to evaluate clinical effect of working length and rod size for plate rod fixation of diaphyseal femoral fracture repair in dogs. Twenty four dogs with femur fracture were randomly divided into four Groups viz. A, B, C and D having six animals in each group. Three bicortical screws in proximal and three in distal fragments with minimum two empty holes at the center were fixed for short plate working length (SPWL) in Groups A and B with intramedullary rod (IMR) occupying 30% and 40% of medullary canal, respectively. Two bicortical screws in proximal and two in distal fragments were fixed with minimum four empty holes at the center for long plate working length (LPWL) in Groups C and D with IMR occupying 30% and 40% of medullary canal, respectively. Fracture healing progress in all the Groups was assessed using clinical, photographic and radiographic observations. All the Groups showed good functional, radiographic outcome at the end of 14 week post-surgery. The time taken to show complete mobility and weight bearing was non-significantly less in Groups A and B. The functional, radiographic and outcomes of repair were excellent in Groups A and B without any major complications. Short plate working length with IMR occupying 40% of medullary canal of plate rod fixation provided comparatively better stability with fewer complications for femoral fracture repair in dogs.
On-Building Management System Architecture to Maximize Self Consumption in University Buildings : A Case Study
Authors:   Institut Teknologi Bandung, Puspita Yumna , Nanda Rezky Mahesa ,   Institut Teknologi Bandung, Friansa Koko ,   Institut Teknologi Bandung ; Institut Teknologi Sumatera, Pradipta Justin ,   Institut Teknologi Bandung, Mangkuto Rizki Armanto ,   Institut Teknologi Bandung, Haq Irsyad N. ,   Institut Teknologi Bandung, Leksono Edi ,   Institut Teknologi Bandung, Wasesa Meditya ,   Institut Teknologi Bandung
Published: May 2023

Due to its intermittent nature, significant adoption of solar PV into the grid can decrease grid reliability. One solution to increase it is to increase PV self-consumption with two methods: adding Energy Storage System (ESS) and conducting Demand Side Management (DSM). University building has a distinct characteristic in its complex dynamics. Therefore, there is a lack of research to control both methods of increasing self-consumption. This paper aimed to do an integrated literature review on increasing self-consumption and then propose a system architecture recommendation for university building management based on the review. The Smart Grid Architectural Model (SGAM) evaluated the case study object. The result showed that a data-driven controller has been chosen as the most suitable controller for the university building management system. The data needed to build a data-driven controller could be obtained through readily available sensors in the case study object, making it feasible for implementation.
Evaluating Young Students’ E-learning Acceptance in Extracurricular Education using a Modified Technology Acceptance Model
Authors: Wijaya Maranatha Florensia , Wisesa Anggara
Published: May 2023

The prolonged period of the COVID-19 pandemic has unintentionally promoted a promising future for the e-learning industry. However, few studies have evaluated the acceptance of e-learning in non-school education, especially for young students. Using a modified technology acceptance model (TAM) as a theoretical framework, this case study investigates the influencing factors to determine the e-learning acceptance of young students in extracurricular education. The model was validated by empirical data collected from a mathematics tutoring center in Indonesia for primary and secondary students. While the literature suggests that young students tend to hold enjoyment as the most critical determinant toward their e-learning acceptance, this study shows the contrary result for extracurricular education, in which perceived usefulness becomes the most determining factor. The study also shows a substantial influence of subjective norms and system characteristics on students’ intentions to adopt or reject e-learning.
Showcasing Luxury on Social Media: What Are The Effects? An Anomaly among Lecturers
Authors: Kurniawan A. Erwin , Wahyuningsih Dian , Darma Dio
Published: May 2023

In almost every job, technological advancement plays a vital role in making it easierfor humans, including social media. Today, there is a diminution of solidarity, which iscontradictory to the “concept of caring”. Users are increasingly indifferent, sometimesselfish, and exaggerate when they come into contact with posts on social media, thustriggering hacking by irresponsible individuals to achieve certain advantages. Thispaper is dedicated to investigating discriminatory actions against lecturers in theFaculty of ABC–University of XYZ who use Facebook and WhatsApp to show off allthe luxuries of life. Through the experimental–qualitative design, the sample invited“social climbing” lecturers who experienced material and non-material losses. Thisstudy describes that respondents who experienced material impacts due to hackingwere more dominant than those who suffered non-material losses. Most judged that thehacking addressed to respondents was triggered by a dominant intensity on social mediarather than going about their daily routines. However, in the long term, lecturers expresstheir attitude toward improving integrity as an academic community. Recognizing thisreality, the practical implications of regulation and lawlessness in cyberspace need to beenforced. In addition, these findings also set the agenda for future studies.
Designing Persuasive Bin to Facilitate Waste Segregation in the Household Sector Through Design Thinking Application
Authors: Octavia Johanna Renny
Published: May 2023

The increase in population causes an increase in the amount of public consumption, increasing the amount of waste. Based on databoks.katadata.co.id, households are known to be waste contributors. Then, based on the Katadata Insight Center (KIC) survey in 2019, it was found that 50.8% of households did not sort waste. The behavior of households is an important problem to be solved because mixed waste cannot be separated and recycled again. Seeing these conditions, it is necessary to design a waste bin to persuade households to perform waste-sorting activities. The waste problem is considered wicked, and design thinking is the appropriate method to approach it. Research with design thinking is carried out through understanding, observing, defining, creating ideas, prototyping, and testing stages. In testing the prototype, the persuasive level of the waste bin design was assessed using the Perceived Persuasiveness Questionnaire (PPQ). This research results in a waste bin consisting of four boxes equipped with an adjustable bulkhead, QR-Code, and removable sorting card that can make a sound when not throwing garbage
Community Perception of Social Media Marketing Activity on Instagram @VisitJawaTengah
Authors: Sholihat Ratri Primayani
Published: May 2023

The use of social media has become a popular online activity. One of the most popular social media platforms is Instagram. Therefore, companies, institutions, and other tourism stakeholders mostly choose Instagram as the promotion medium. Promotion through Instagram is one form of social media marketing activity (SMMA). SMMA consists of several aspects, such as entertainment, customization, interaction, electronic word of mouth (e-WoM), and trendy. This study aims to determine the public’s perception of the social media marketing activity on Instagram (@VisitJawaTengah) during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021. The research method used is descriptive-quantitative. The results of the study show that people have a positive perception of social media marketing activities on Instagram (@VisitJawaTengah).
Pengaruh Crowdfunding Pada Platform Teknologi Kitabisa.com Terhadap Masyarakat Indonesia
Authors: Pranata Eric , Islami Syifa Nur , Sugianto Sugianto , Teguh Said , Junaidi Junaidi
Published: May 2023

Perkembangan ilmu pengetahuan dan teknologi (IPTEK) membawa dampak besar bagi platform penggalangan dana berbasis online (crowdfunding) seperti kitabisa.com dalam memudahkan seseorang berupa donasi melalui sistem berbasis online. Penelitian ini dapat dikemukakan gagasan dalam upaya dalam mengembangkan civic engagement masyarakat terhadap seseorang yang sedang kesusahan dalam memenuhi dana untuk kebutuhan pokok. Penelitian yang akan kami lakukan yaitu kuantitatif dan data yang diperoleh berasal dari hasil survey online melalui google form. Subjek penelitian ini untuk mencari para-para donator pada situs kitabisa.com diseluruh Indonesia untuk mengumpulkan data dari responden sebanyak 300 responden yang terlibat pada penelitian ini. Analisis yang akan kami gunakan adalah metode Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) dan software SPSS AMOS. Penelitian ini menemukan bahwa persepsi seluruh masyarakat Indonesia terkait penggalangan dana online, situs kitabisa.com sangat baik dalam hal pemakaian karena sangat mudah sekali dipakai dalam hal melakukan donasi. Platform penggalangan dana kitabisa.com telah membuktikan semakin maju nya teknologi semakin juga bertambahnya jumlah para donator dari waktu ke waktu semakin banyak juga yang melakukan donasi di platform penggalangan dana dikarenakan sangat memudahkan dalam melakukan donasi. Dampak crowdfunding terhadap seluruh masyarakat Indonesia adalah sebagai donator harus mempunyai kelima indikator dari perilaku prososial yaitu berbagi, membantu, menyumbang, kooperatif, dan kejujuran. Kegiatan yang dilakukan oleh seluruh masyarakat Indonesia setelah menjadi partisipan platform crowdfunding memiliki relasi yang baik dalam bentuk civic engagement. Metode yang tepat dalam mengatasi permasalahan sosial pada masa kini yaitu dengan cara mengembangkan civic engagement melalui crowdfunding.
Analisis Korelasi Desain Karakter Video Game dan Loyalitas Video Game Pada MMO Studi Multi-method
Authors: Pratama Jimmy , Junianto Kendy
Published: May 2023

RPG is a game genre where a player can play a role in the game. RPG genre games have various genres, one of which is MMO which offers players to interact with many players at the same time. The Indonesian game industry does not yet have a role in competing with foreign products. Therefore, the purpose of this research is to examine character design. which can affect one's interest in playing. The method used in this study is a multi-method, namely a mixture of quantitative and qualitative. Quantitative used is distributing questionnaires and qualitatively collecting data by interview. The results of the quantitative study showed that the appearance of the facial features and good looks of a character influenced the player's interest in playing, while the qualitative results were not significant in terms of the appearance of the facial features and good looks of a character.
Analysis of Family Health with a Combination of Naive Bayes KNN Methods
Authors: Maliki Ona , Nanja Muis
Published: May 2023

Health is a very important part in the life of our nation and country, in a developed and developing nation there is a healthy society. Healthy can be defined as the state of an individual who is prosperous both physically, economically and socially. Health is what needs to be maintained and cared for for the survival of a nation and state. Seeing the importance of the health element in a nation, the government has implemented the Nawacita program with one of the points referring to family health. In implementing the healthy family program, the government has sought to collect data and control healthy families with a family approach. Looking at the data collection system for healthy families with status determination, that is, averaging the indicator values to get the family's health status. The researcher intends to develop in terms of determining family health status by using a combination method of the K-Nearest Neighbor (KNN) method with Naïve Bayes with the aim of knowing the results of applying the method and obtaining better results. Based on the results of the research conducted, the accuracy value of 93.53% was obtained in the combination model of the Naïve Bayes KNN method. So it can be concluded that the combination of these methods is good for determining family health status.