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Sidharthakadi Lepa in Mukhadushika - A Clinical Study
Authors: Angadi Ravindra , J. Rekha
Published: April 2018

Background: Acne vulgaris is a very common malady of adolescents. It is common enough to be called as a physiological process but is better regarded as a disease due to its inflammatory component and the disfigurement. Acne vulgaris is a common skin disorder of pilosebaceous unit that primarily affects the face which if not treated leads to pigmentation. Mukhadushika is a Kshudra Roga which mainly involves Kapha and Vatadosa with Raktha. This is a common illness affecting 80 % of adolescents. Lepa is one of the external therapies explained in Ayurvedic classics. Objectives: To evaluate the efficacy of Sidharthakadilepa in the management of mukhadushikaw.s.r. to acne vulgaris. Methods: 30 patients fulfilling the inclusion criteria were selected. They were given Sidharthakadi Lepa for external application over face for one month. Patients were observed for changes on 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th day. The response to therapy was evaluated at the end of 28 days by calculating acne lesion score and the efficacy was determined by the percentage reduction in ALS. Results: The analysis revealed that 40% of patients had complete remission, 30% patients showed marked improvement and 30% showed moderate improvement.
A Clinical Study to evaluate the effect of Kshirbala Taila Basti in the management of Karshya in school going children
Authors: Kumari Shiksha , Chaudhary Minakshi , Sharma Rakesh
Published: April 2018

In India around ¾th of our paediatric population is suffering from one or other nutritional deficiencies which can be termed as Karshya. About 75-80% of hospitalized children suffer from some degree or type of malnutrition. Lots of attempts have been made to minimize this at National level. For this the immunization plans and milk distribution or midday meal to school going children alone will not be sufficient. Ayurveda can play major role in providing health to children. In Ayurveda, Balya and Brumhana Chikitsa for undernourished children is an interesting area in the field of Kaumarbhritya and since the prevalence of this disease in present scenario is more.
Clinical Study of Navsiddha Taila and Swedana in the management of Katishoola
Authors: Ali Upasana Priya , Singh Ranjit
Published: April 2018

In evolutionary process man remain as the only animal, which stands in upright posture. Indeed the presence of curvatures in the vertebral column, man never attains absolute rest in any posture, owing them to suffer with problems related to vertebral column. As the advancement of busy professional and social life, it encourages sedentary behaviour with long working hours at desk jobs, lack of natural movement, improper sitting posture in offices, factories, continuous and overexertion, jerking movements during travelling and sports causing overtaxing of muscles. All of these stressors take their toll on the body, and yield undue pressure over the vertebral column especially over the Lumbar region. This compression over the nerves is because of decreased intervertebral disc space. Somewhere within the core of this lifestyle prevails the unique cause of Katishoola. In Katishoola, Vitiated ‘Vata’ is considered to be the principle Dosha involved because the cardinal symptom of vitiation of this Dosha is pain which is known as Shoola. It is known by the name Low back ache or Lumbago. In the present study use of Navsiddha Taila (Kalpita Yoga) Snehana and Swedana by infrared lamp in bringing symptomatic relief in patients of Katishoola has been chosen.
Therapeutic efficacy of Kantakari Ghrita in Tamaka Shwasa
Authors: Kannan Dhanesh , Angadi Ravindra , Nambiar Krishnendu O.
Published: April 2018

Background: Ghrta Kalpana has a major role in clinical practise, because of its unique property of Samskarasya Anuvartanam. Tamaka Shwasa a Pranavaha Srothovikara, may be correlated to Bronchial Asthma, where in remissions and exacerbations are the typical features. The management of this acute respiratory condition is the long quest in the medical fraternity of all types. Hence, the present study was aimed to evaluate the role of Shamana therapy in the form of Kantakari Ghrta3 in Tamaka Shwasa patients. Objectives: To evaluate the effect of Kantakari Ghrta in Tamaka Shwasa. Methods: A total number of 30 patients were administered with 24 mgs of ‘Kantakari Ghrta’ once daily in the morning on empty stomach with Ushna Jala as Anupana. It was a single blind study with pre and post-test design. The effect was assessed by standard scoring assessment criteria followed by statistical analyses. Results: There was marked improvement in signs and symptoms and all were statistically significant.
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Study to Evaluate Efficacy of Vajravatakmaņdura in Iron Deficiency Anemia in Adolescent Girls: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Hosne Asif Rashmi Pareek Ayatullah , Ojha Nisha Kumari
Published: April 2018

Background: Anemia in adolescent girls possess greatest burden on their health as it leads to poor cognitive development, poor reproductive health and if not treated may lead to intrauterine growth retardation in their developing fetus. The prevalence of anemia among adolescent is 27% in developing country and 6% in developed country. The Government of India has launched National Anemia Control Programme, to prevent and control anaemia in children and adolescents. But the problem is still persisting because of many issues like - poor palatability, intolerance to the drug used, poor absorption of the drugs used, constipation, discoloration of stool, unpleasant odor and taste etc. result in poor compliance and therefore non adherence to the therapy which finally results in poor improvement. By looking at the magnitude of the problem, an Ayurveda drug Vajravatakmandura has been selected for the study and the present study was undertaken to evaluate the efficacy of the trial drug in iron deficiency anemia in adolescent girls. Material and methods: 100 subjects satisfying inclusion and exclusion criteria were selected and were randomly divided in two groups. In group A, the trial drug Vajravatakmaņdura was administered and in group B, IFA tablets were given for two month of duration with follow up at every fortnight. Result: Both the trial and control groups showed extremely significant result over subjective parameters. Trial drug Vajravatakmaņdura in group A was found more effective over the subjective parameters - weakness, palpitation, pallor and loss of appetite with % gain of 39.77%, 39.39%, 39.17%, 38.09% respectively. Statistical analysis between before and after treatment findings of objective parameters, extremely significant (P less than 0.0001) improvement was found in both groups in all parameters, except for RBC count in group A, which was significant. No adverse effects were reported during entire period of study by any of the patients in trial group treated with trial drug. Conclusion: The trial drug “Vajravatakmandura” is effective, safe and palatable for the management of iron deficiency anemia in adolescent girls.
A Comparative Clinical Study of Shamana Therapy and Shodhana Purvaka Shamana Therapy in the Management of Tamaka Shwasa w.s.r to Bronchial Asthma
Authors: . Sangeeta , Prasad Rajendra , Srivastava V. K.
Published: April 2018

Ayurveda is the science of life which deals with the prevention and cure of diseases. From the first breath of newly born till the last breath i.e, Shwasochhwasa Kriya is the sign of life. Any disturbance in this process leads to Shwasa Roga. Tamaka Shwasa is one of the important diseases of such disturbance. Shwasa is a Kapha-Vataja disease which is originated from Pittasthana. Tamaka Shwasa is very much similar to bronchial asthma in modern medicine which is a chronic disease of multifactorial origin. Ayurveda describes two type of management of all disease i.e. Shodhana and Shamana Chikitsa. In present scenario Panchakarma therapy is the best way to effectively and safely manage the condition without any specific side effects. It is one of the most effective and complete therapy in the management of the chronic disease such as Tamaka Shwasa (Bronchial Asthma). In Ayurvedic classics both Vamana and Virechana have been described specifically in the management of Tamaka Shwasa. Considering the Ayurvedic concept of treatment of Tamaka Shwasa, in present study we have used Virechana therapy along with certain herbal preparation. In this study we concluded that the cases who were treated with herbal preparation along with Virechana got better relief than herbal preparation alone.
Breastfeeding practices among mothers of infants in Peringara Panchayat in Pathanamthitta District
Authors: S. Aswathy , K. Lakshmi M.
Published: April 2018

The study was aimed to assess the breastfeeding practices among mothers of infants in Peringara Gramapanchayat in Kerala. Study was a community based cross-sectional study among mothers of infants in Peringara gramapanchayat using a pretested questionnaire. 142 breastfeeding mothers of infants in Peringara gramapanchayat were studied and mothers who were not present at home during the study were excluded from the study. Study period consisted of 18 days between December 2015 and January 2016. Study variables includes type of delivery, initiation of breastfeeding, breastfeeding practices and role of ASHAs in promoting good breastfeeding practices. Statistical analysis was done using Pearson’s Chi-square test and T test. The study found that exclusive breastfeeding has been done by 68.3% of mothers. There is no practice of giving pre-lacteal feed, 95.8% of mothers have given colostrum to the new born. Statistically significant association was found between the type of delivery and time of initiation of breastfeeding (p less than 0.05). Time of initiation of breastfeeding was prolonged in case of Caesarean section. 49.3% of mothers have breastfed the baby within one hour. 55.6% of mothers were informed about importance of breastfeeding by ASHAs and only 20.4% of mothers were informed about period of exclusive breastfeeding and period of complimentary feeding by ASHAs.
Pharmacognostic and Phytochemical Analysis of Asystasia Variabilis Trim. - An Extrapharmacopoeal Ayurvedic Medicinal Plant
Authors: . Kavitha , P. Shrikanth , S. Ravikrishna , Prabhu Suchithra
Published: April 2018

Background - Asystasia Variabilis Trim. also known as Maithaala Kaddi by traditional practitioners of Udupi. Belonging to the family Acanthaceae. Is a semi-scandent herb, and effectively used by the Folklore practitioners for the management of Amlapitta (acid peptic disorder), worm infestations and rheumatism. Aim - To explore the pharmacognostical and preliminary phytochemical parameters of plant to standardize the drug. Materials and Methods - whole mature plant of A.variabilis was collected from Udupi district. Macroscopic, microscopic physico-chemical standards, HPTLC and secondary metabolites screening were scientifically recorded. Results - The pharmacognostical leaf study has shown single layered epidermis throughout midrib and lamina. Anatomical features of stem exhibit single layer of epidermis covered with trichomes. Inner to this, densely arranged collenchyma cells are present. In transverse section of root showed epidermal layer is surrounded by root hairs which are abundant. Powder microscopy characteristics showed the presence of starch in parenchyma region, mesophyll cells with stomata and sclerides were present. The standard out print of the drug is represented by physicochemical standards and HPTLC. Preliminary Phytochemical study shows that it contains Alkaloids, Carbohydrates, Steroids, Tannins and Phenol. Conclusion - Pharmacognostical study carried out on A.variabilis showed quality standards of the drug, with respect to its macroscopy, microscopy, physico-chemical standards and HPTLC.
Review on Rasa Manjari - A Text of Indian Alchemy
Authors: Kinagi Naveen , . Pavan , Chavadi Vijaykumar , CHonawa C. R. B.
Published: April 2018

Ayurveda is a multidimensional science using a set of complex pharmaceutical combinations in treatment. Rasashastra, pharmaceutical science mainly deals with the processing and therapeutic utilization of mercury, metals and minerals. Rasa Manjari is one of the important ancient texts on ancient Indian alchemy written by Shri Shalinatha in Approx. 15th century AD. Two commentaries are available on this text. Subject matter of the text contains total 862 verses which are divided into 10 chapters. There is description of Dhatuvada (conversion of lower metals into higher metals) and Dehavada (therapeutic usage of metals and minerals) of Mercury (Parada). The present paper will highlight the review of Rasa Manjari, providing information about the author, text and contributions.
Influence of Classical Sanskrit Maxims (Nyayah) in the Inscription of Ayurvedic literature
Authors: Baragi Umapati C. , Ganer Jyoti M. , Bagali Sachin S.
Published: April 2018

The texts in Olden days were written in a concise style known as Sutra style. This was meant especially for the brevity and for the oral transformation of the knowledge. Many devices of writing like Tantrayukti, Tacchilya, Arthashraya and Nyayah etc. were used to explain the complex matter in a simple manner and also to preserve the knowledge from improper persons. Sanskrit scholars have enriched and embellished Sanskrit language by various devices like Chandas, Alankara, Sandhi, Samasa, Tantrayukties, Nyayas, Tacchilyas, Arthashrayas, Kalpana etc. among which the Nyayas have a special place which explains the complex subject in simple manner by using the common proverbs and sayings. This is one of the devices by which an experience secured from or a conclusion reached in a particular case can be used to explain a similar situation in a brief and effective manner. A Nyayah may be used to explain a similar situation in a brief and to explain the situation in a given case forcefully. It was therefore natural that Ayurvedic Literature was also influenced by these maxims whenever faced with any ambiguity or conflict in the Shastras and for the sake of brevity maxims were used by the authors. So this present article highlights the maxims used and also to explore the particular circumstances where these maxims are used in the inscription of the Ayurvedic literature
A Holistic Approach to Phimosis in Children
Authors: Paliwal Rajendra , Pareek Rashmi
Published: April 2018

Phimosis is described as condition in which prepuce or foreskin of glans penis is not retracted backwards resulting in poor narrowed stream of urine during micturition causing ballooning of prepuce along with recurrent attacks of balanoposthitis and Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs). Majority of new born boys do have non-retractile foreskin called as Physiological Phimosis. In Ayurveda phimosis is described as Nirudhaprakasha. Physiological phimosis usually does not require any kind of treatment as it resolve spontaneously within first couple of years mostly taking 3 to 6 years after which measures are considered to correct it surgically. Pathological phimosis is condition in which prepuce get adhered to glans secondary to adhesions or scarring made because of infection, inflammation or trauma. Pathological phimosis and physiological phimosis with recurrent attack of balanoposthitis and UTIs do require treatment. There are several treatment modalities are available according to severity of adhesions such as local application of steroid cream or oil, manual retraction, dilatation and Circumcision. In this review article we assess the various treatment modalities available in Ayurveda and contemporary medical science for better management of Phimosis.
Role of Rasayana in Netra Roga
Authors: D. Visakh M. , Shekar Veena , K. Sujathamma
Published: April 2018

Ayurveda is the most ancient medical science in the world and being the science of life, deals with every aspect of the life. The main aim of Ayurveda is the promotion of health and prevention of diseases. Rasayana Chikitsa is one of the eight branches of Ayurveda and the term Rasayana is derived from the root word Rasa and Ayana, which means Rasa Gamanam (transportation/ transformation of Rasa). It is the best means of keeping the Rasa and other Dhatus in excellent condition. Rasayana Chikitsa helps to achieve long life, better recollection, increased intellect, healthy body and mind, youth fullness, good complexion, good voice, abundance of body and sense organ strength, increased lusture. The main Rasayanas adopted in Netra Chikitsa are Naimitika Rasayana and Achara Rasayana. The appropriate use of Chakshushya and Rasayana Dravyas will help to maintain the health of the Netra and prevents age related eye disorders. This article presents various Rasayana Dravyas related to Netra Roga.
Importance of Abhyanga in Today’s Scenario
Authors: Bagali Sachin S. , Baragi Umapati C.
Published: April 2018

Ayurvedic system of medicine has holistic approaches in a particular way to prevent and promote a healthy life by following certain methods and therapies in day today activities (Dinacharya) which could be considered as a part of a health. In 21st century people are running behind wealth and not taking care of health. To fulfill the aim of Ayurveda in the todays scenario, promotion among the fast moving people and stressful life of this 21st century. So to take care of health, Abhyanga (oil massage) which is one among the Dinacharya, is an ancient Indian approach adopted for healing, relaxation and treating various diseases. It is one of the most important day today activities of life, as how early to bed and early to rise, then brushing of tooth etc. are important. In Ayurveda it is clearly mentioned that the Abhyanga controls Vatadosha and the person develops strength both physically and mentally. Here an attempt has been made to compile the importance of Abhyanga in day today life to keep the society healthy.
A Critical Appraisal on Rasagrantha - Rasendrabhaskaray
Authors: Kulkarni Pavan , Kinagi Naveen , Chavadi Vijaykumar B. , Deshpande Prakash
Published: April 2018

Rasashastra is the important and popular branch of Ayurveda which gained its existence from 7th century A.D. Plenty of the literature is available on Rasashastra till date but still the thirst of gaining the knowledge regarding the literature of Rasashastra remains unquenched. This may be due to lack of comparative knowledge of concepts from various texts. Rasendra Bhaskara is one of the rare text from the stream of Rasashastra which many of the readers may haven’t come across. This paper gives a framework regarding the author, period, chapters, contributions, salient features and pitfalls of the text Rasendrabhaskara which may help the reader to have a brief idea of text.
Critical analysis of Vataja Gulma
Authors: Y. Sharada Sphoorthi , S. Gopikrishna
Published: April 2018

Gulma is the chronic disease of Annavaha Srotas where in Vata Dosha vitiation is typically observed. It is a Vata Pradhana Vyadhi mentioned separately in Charaka Samhita, Sushrutha Samhita, Astanga Hrudaya, Astanga Sangraha and in Madhava Nidana. Because of its shape like that of Gulma (Shrub or Bush) disease is named as Gulma. It is a Sparshopalabhya (palpable mass), Paripinditatwath (hard and round in shape). Nidana (etiological factors), Poorvaroopa (premorbid symptoms), Roopa (signs and symptoms), Upashaya Anupashaya (aggravating and relieving factors), Samprapti (Pathogenesis), Samprapti Ghataka, Upadrava, Arista Lakshanas of Vataja Gulma is discussed in detail in this article with its above possible contemporary correlation.
An Integrated Approach to Rectal Prolapse in Children
Authors: Kinagi Rajendra Kumar , Pareek Rashmi
Published: April 2018

Rectal prolapse is protrusion of some or all layers of wall of rectum. In infants, the prolapse usually involves all layers of wall of rectum called as complete prolapse or Procidentia. In children its incidence is higher during first year of life. It has several causes such as constipation, diarrhoea, malnutrition, muscular weakness, worm infestation etc. but mostly it occurs due to straining associated with chronic constipation. Usually it is a self-limiting entity most of which resolves spontaneously within 1 year of life. It is managed by dietary modification, toilet training along with some sort of conservative treatment but sometimes it may require surgical treatment. In Ayurveda, it is described as Gudabhranshaand caused by excessive straining anddiarrhoea. There are several treatments available in Ayurveda which can help in early resolution of disease or reduce the chances of having surgery for correction. In this review article we assess the various treatment modalities available in Ayurveda along with contemporary medical science which can be used in the better management of Rectal Prolapse.
Role of combined effect of Samsamani Vati and Darvyadi Kwatha in the management of Madhumeha w.s.r. to Type - II Diabetes Mellitus - A Case Study
Authors: Zende Archana Kashid
Published: April 2018

Background: Diabetes Mellitus is a metabolic disorder in which carbohydrate utilization is reduced and that of lipid and protein enhanced; it is caused by an absolute or relative deficiency of insulin and is characterized by Hyperglycemia. The mortality rate due to Diabetes mellitus is very high and is ranked fifth amongst the ten major causes of death in southern part of India. The prevalence of Diabetes in adults globally was estimated to be 150 million and this figure is expected to double by 2025. Ayurveda has described that a rational treatment is one where the medicine modifies the disease; on the other hand it doesn’t provoke new complaints. Due to all these things it has become a challenge for Ayurvedists to search for an additional safe and effective treatment. Objective: To evaluate the combined effect of Samsamanivati and Darvyadi Kwatha in the management of Madhumeha w.s.r. to type -II Diabetes Mellitus. Method: A 55yr old female patient presenting symptoms of Prabhutmutrarta, Naktamutrata, Trushna, Hastapadadaha, Alasya since two years. Patient was k/c/o DM since 2yrs. Patient was treated with Samsamanivati - 250mg (2 tab) two times a day after meal and Darvyadi Kwatha - 40ml. after meals two times a day for three months.BSL(F) and BSL (PP) was done before and after treatment. Result: The combination of these medicines has also shown highly significant in subjective parameters and moderately significant in objective parameters. Conclusion: Theses selected combination of medicines were found to be highly significant in treating type II Daibetes mellitus.
Phyto extracts of Carica papaya and Tinospora cordifolia can correct thrombocytopenia in alcoholic decompensate liver cirrhosis : Case Series
Authors: Panda Ashok Kumar
Published: April 2018

Thrombocytopenia (platelet count less than 150 × 109/L) is a frequent complication of decompensate cirrhosis and is considered as an indicator of advanced disease. Carica papaya leaf juice has beneficial effect in thrombocytopenia associated with dengue. Tinospora cordifolia has been shown to prevent the fibrous tissue deposition of liver by modulation of kupffer cell activation. An attempt was taken to observe the usefulness of extract Carica papaya and Tinospora cordifolia in alcoholic decompensate cirrhosis. A market available product Cariden is easily available to the patients which contains Phyto extracts of Carica papaya 1100mg and Tinospora cordifolia 500mg. Phyto extracts of Carica papaya and Tinospora cordifolia can enhance the platelet count within 15 days and it can normalise the platelet within 90 days of therapy in all three cases. Further randomised control trial is suggested.
ELIXIR TO EXAMINATION STRESS AMONG STUDENT - STUDY SKILLS TRAINING AND SYSTEMATIC DESENSITIZATION
Authors: Baijal Jyoti
Published: April 2018

Examination stress is a ubiquitous phenomenon that has, in the present times, adversely affected the learning outcomes and performance of the students at all levels- primary, secondary or higher education. It’s increasing intensity specifically among students appearing for high stakes board examination evokes a response from the teaching fraternity at the earliest. The reason being that a prolonged experience of stress with respect to evaluative situations is bound to prove detrimental to the mental, physical and emotional well-being of the students. For the nation to develop and progress towards a knowledge society, it is imperative that the students are taught to cope with stressful stimuli and improve performance. Study-Skills Training is an intervention intended to improve their study and test- taking habits and skills. It is based on a cognitive-deficit model which is directed towards improving a variety of cognitive activities that affect the organization, processing and retrieval of information and thereby help in reducing the experience of examination stress. Systematic desensitization as a process can be used to unlearn anxiety reactions by replacing the anxiety response with a calm, relaxed state. Thus, a combination of study-skills training and systematic desensitization has been shown to be effective and superior in alleviating test anxiety
EMERGING TRENDS IN BANKING SECTOR - ITS CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
Authors: . Karigoleshwar
Published: April 2018

In financial sector the banking industry is the largest player, has also been undergoing a major change. Today the banking industry is stronger and capable of withstanding the pressures of competition. Today, we are having a fairly well developed banking system with different classes of banks – public sector banks, foreign banks, private sector banks – both old and new generation, regional rural banks and co-operative banks with the Reserve Bank of India as the fountain Head of the system. In the banking field, there has been an unprecedented growth and diversification of banking industry has been so stupendous that it has no parallel in the annals of banking anywhere in the world. The banking industry has experienced a series of significant transformations in the last few decades. Among the most important of them is the change in the type of organizations that dominate the landscape. Since the eighties, banks have increased the scope and scale of their activities and several banks have become very large institutions with a presence in multiple regions of the country.' The paper examines the new trends in commercial banking. The present era the cashless transactions, E-cheques, mobile wallets. The paper attempts to present the emerging trends and its challenges that recently emerged in the banking sector with special emphasis on digitization. It will be useful to the academicians, banking and insurance personnel, students and researchers. Common readers also know the latest innovations in banking sector
ATTITUDE AND PERCEPTION OF EMPLOYEES TOWARDS TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT IN MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIES
Authors: Gaikwad Shweta , Gaikwad Arun Ingle
Published: April 2018

Training and Development is one of the crucial differentiator for business especially manufacturing industries. The training and development system in manufacturing industries in Ahmednagar as needs a systematic overhaul. The present training and development programs lack a systematic approach especially in regards to design and planning approach. If the testimony of the employees is to be believed then manufacturing industries lack a clear policy of training and development and seldom are employees deputed to external organizations. The attitudes towards training are influenced due to individual and institutional attributes
CATHOLICISM AND CULTURE IMPACT IN GREENE'S NOVEL 'BRIGHTON ROCK'
Authors: Khaled Al-Aghbari Haifa Mohammed
Published: April 2018

This research aims to discuss the impact of Catholicism and culture in Greene's novel 'Brighton Rock'. There are four objectives for this research that are to what degree Catholicism has an impact in the novel, to what degree culture has its impact in the novel, which is stronger the religion impact or the culture one, and finally the reason of making Greene uses these two impacts. The research is divided into four parts, the first one gives a brief summary of the novel. The second discusses the impact of religion based on the eight aspects of Catholicism. The third discusses the impact of culture based on the seven aspects of culture, and finally the conclusion. Through the novel, one can figures that Greene uses the impact of culture to support his religious theme which means the impact of religion in the novel is stronger than the culture one. Greene has a crucial message to send throughout Brighton Rock that God's mercy is upon everything, so no one has the right to judge others' faith.
RHETORIC OF DRESS: INTERGENERATIONAL DISCREPANCIES IN QAISRA SHAHRAZ’S SHORT STORY A PAIR OF JEANS
Authors: C.. Priyanka M.
Published: April 2018

This paper addresses the ongoing tug - of - war between the first and second generation immigrants with respect to dress, and highlights the role played by costume in everyday lives. The predicament of the younger generation squashed between two extremely different cultures - one vouching for a conservative lifestyle and the other edging towards extremity mirrors the ever - changing cultural landscapes all over the world. No matter how much time has flown by, there are certain mindsets that are deeply rooted. Migrants are often compelled to make rapid changes in their overall personalities in order to be fully accepted by the host community. Here dress becomes the most resonant sign language, the spectrum through which cultures assess its members. This short story dramatizes precisely the desperate position of women who are forced to put on a mask to please the rest of the lot so as to secure their space in the social order.
A STUDY ON THE QUALITY ASSURANCE OF PAST AND PRESENT EVALUATION PROCEDURE OF B.ED. PROGRAMME OF GARHWAL, UNIVERSITY (THE CENTRAL UNIVERSITY) IN VIEW OF NCTE NORMS.
Authors: Verma Ruchika , Dhawan Seema
Published: April 2018

The study attempted to find out the quality of the evaluation procedure of B.Ed. programme of Garhwal University, the Central University in view of NCTE Norms. The study also reveals the method and procedure of evaluation according to the latest 2 years B.Ed. programme. For the study, purposive sampling method was used. The tools – questionnaire and interview schedule was developed. On the basis of findings, it concluded that the evaluation procedure was in accordance with the NCTE Norms. With the implementation of two years B.Ed. course, the method of evaluation has also become more practical oriented, which has become a remarkable achievement and surely enhance the quality of prospective teachers
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: DEFINITIONS AND PERSPECTIVES
Authors: Errhouni Hanae , Sundharavadivel G. , Devamaindhan B.
Published: April 2018

CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) brings together all the practices put in place by companies in order to respect the principles of sustainable development, that is to say be economically viable, have a positive impact on society but also better respect the environment.
भारतीय शास्त्रीय संगीत में राग वर्गीकरण पद्दति का विश्लेष्णात्मक अध्ययन
Authors: कुमार सरसवत्स
Published: April 2018

परिवर्तन सृष्टि का नियम है । आदि काल से ही संगीत जगत में भी अलग अलग पहलुओं में बदलाव आते रहे है चाहे वह राग वर्गीकरण हो या वाद्यों का वर्गीकरण । संगीत का कोई भी अंग परिवर्तन से अछूता नहीं रहा । इस शोध पत्र में भी संगीत में विभिन्न प्रकार के राग वर्गीकरण पद्दतियों का वर्णन किया गया है । कुछ पद्दतियां सिद्धान्तिक पक्ष को उजागर करती है तो कुछ राग में छिपे भावनात्मक पक्ष को । परन्तु संगीत जगत में इन सभी राग वर्गीकरण की पद्दतियों का अपना एक विशेष स्थान रखती है । इन्ही पद्दतियों का विश्लेष्णात्मक अध्ययन इस शोध पत्र का विषय रहेगा ।
जब से मानव सभ्यता ने प्राकृतिक संगीत को अपने जन जीवन से जोड़ कर अपने मनोभावों को व्यक्त करने का साधन बनाया हैए तब से संगीत में निरंतर परिवर्तन आना स्वाभाविक है । नदियों की कल कल हो या कोयल की कूक या हवा की सायं सायं या बारिश की टप टपए मनुष्य ने इन प्राकृतिक ध्वनियों को सुन कर किसी ना किसी तरह से स्वरों का और लय का ज्ञान प्राप्त किया ।
समय के प्रवाह काल में संगीत अपने नए नए आयाम पर पहुँचता गया और मन मस्तिष्क को आनंदित करने के लिए अलग अलग रूपों में प्रस्तुत किया गया । चाहे वो मार्गी संगीत हो या देशी संगीतए भजनए कीर्तन या ध्रुपदए धमार या पाश्चात्य डमसवकल या भ्ंतउवदलए प्रत्येक शैली में भाव और रस को अभिव्यक्त करने की क्षमता है ।
संगीत एक क्रियात्मक कला हैए परन्तु संगीत के सिद्धान्तिक पक्ष का भी विशेष महत्व है । संगीत विद्वानों ने इस कला को सिद्धान्तिक रूप प्रदान कर इस कला को जहाँ और सुन्दर बनाया है वही कुछ आलोचनात्मक तथ्य भी उजागर होते है । इन्ही विचारों के साथ जब हम राग वर्गीकरण की बात करते है तो मन में कुछ शंकाए उत्पन्न होती है ।
ष्रागष् भारतीय शास्त्रीय संगीत का अभिन्न अंग है । राग वर्गीकरण की परम्परा राग की उत्त्पति के साथ ही शुरू हो गयी थी । संगीत विद्वानों ने भिन्न भिन्न ढंग से रागों को वर्गीकृत किया है । राग रागिनी पद्दतिए मेल अथवा थाट राग पद्दतिए समय के अनुसार रागों का वर्गीकरणए ऋतु के अनुसार रागों का वर्गीकरणए रागांग पद्दति इत्यादि ।
INCLUSIVE EDUCATION: UNESCO AND IFLA GUIDELINES
Authors: Upadhyay Sanjam
Published: April 2018

In 1994 UNESCO gave guidelines to assist countries in strengthening the focus on inclusion in their strategies and plans for education, to introduce the broadened concept of inclusive education and to highlight the areas that need particular attention to promote inclusive education and strengthen policy development. IFLA and UNESCO have same motive of providing inclusive education. This paper highlights equitable quality education for people with disability. Access to information is important; and since the library plays a key role in providing this access, there is a need to develop policies and put structures in place cater to the needs special children. A library is fundamentally an organized set of resources, which include human services as well as the entire spectrum of media (e.g., text, video, and hypermedia). Libraries have physical components such as space, equipments, and storage media. This paper presents IFLA and UNESCO’s Policies and Strategies, Inclusive Design and Services for special children.
भारतीय संगीत परम्पराओं में वाद्यों के विकास का महत्व
Authors: कुमार सरसवत्स
Published: April 2018

भारतीय संगीत जगत में परिवर्तन कोई नई बात नहीं है । चाहे वह परिवर्तन गायन शैली में होए चाहे वादन शैली में या नृत्य शैली में । काल के प्रवाह के साथ साथ परिवर्तन सृष्टि का नियम है । भारतीय शास्त्रीय संगीत में वाद्यों की अगर बात करे तो समय समय पर वाद्यों में भी परिवर्तन आया है । चाहे एक तंत्री वीणा हो या त्रितंत्री या सप्त तंत्रीए इन सब वाद्यों की रचना समय की आवश्यकता के अनुसार हुई है । आधुनिक काल में अब हमारे पास नए प्रयोग करने के लिए आधुनिक तकनीक की प्रयोगशालाएं है जिससे किसी भी वाद्य यंत्र की कृत्रिम ध्वनि उत्पन की जा सकती है । परन्तु जो मिठास और माधुर्य वाद्यों की मौलिक ध्वनि में है वह कृत्रिम ध्वनि में नहीं हो सकती । अतरू वाद्य भारतीय शास्त्रीय संगीत का एक अभिन्न अंग है जिसके बिना शास्त्रीय संगीत की कल्पना भी नहीं की जा सकती ।
UNDER-GRADUATE STUDENTS AND THE ROLE OF E- LIBRARIES TO UPLIFT THE QUALITY OF HIGHER EDUCATION
Authors: Singh Dharambeer
Published: April 2018

Digital libraries, designed to serve people and their information needs in the same way as traditional libraries, present distinct advantages over brick and mortar facilities: elimination of physical boundaries, round-the-clock access to information, multiple access points, networking abilities, and extended search functions. As a result, they should be especially well-suited for the disables. However, minorities, those affected by lower income and education status, persons living in rural areas, the physically challanged, and developing countries as a whole consistently suffer from a lack of accessibility to digital libraries. This paper evaluates the effectiveness and relevance of digital libraries currently in place and discusses what could and should be done to improve accessibility to digital libraries for under-graduate students.
PSYCHOLOGICAL QUALITY OF LIFE AND WELL-BEING AS CORRELATES OF SPIRITUAL, RELIGIOUS AND PERSONAL BELIEFS
Authors: Tyagi Shikha , Moudgil V. K.
Published: April 2018

Today’s youth are the shapers and leaders of our global future and are often seen as healthiest cohort. But, their distressing state such as anxiety, depression, self harm, and disobedience shows that youth of today is not healthy psychologically. They undergo severe psychological distress due to many factors such as their own and family expectations, pressure for achieving success and excellence in walk of life and many others. The present investigation was planned to study predictors of psychological quality of life and wellbeing among youth populations. The sample for the study consisted of 754 youth within the age range of 16-29 years. They were assessed with World Health Organization Quality of Life (WHOQOL BREF) and World Health Organisation Spiritual, Religious, Personal Beliefs (WHOQOL - SRPB) Field Test Instrument. Data were processed by correlation and regression analysis. The results revealed that psychological quality of life and wellbeing is positively associated with spiritual, religious and personal beliefs among youth. Stepwise regression analysis identified eight predictors of psychological quality of life and wellbeing i.e. spiritual connection, meaning and purpose in life, wholeness and integration, spiritual strength, inner peace, hope and optimism, and faith.
Analysis of YouTube Brazilian videos as a source of information about diabulimia (Preprint)
Authors: Silva Edson , Nominato Gabriela De Araujo , Santos Grayce Kelly Cristina Costa Dos , Toledo Marileila Marques , Campos Luciana De Freitas , Nobre Luciana Neri
Published: April 2018

BACKGROUND

YouTube consist of a video publishing tool available in cyberspace with unrestricted, decentralized and interactive access. The YouTube plataform offers thousands of videos to acquire knowledge and virtual interaction between people. It is known that sharing videos is a resource that can influence patient behavior. Studies show the importance of YouTube as a source of useful information about some diseases, including Diabetes Mellitus (DM). However, no study has evaluated the use of YouTube as a source of information on diabulimia, a term used to describe the intentional omission of insulin in individuals with DM type 1 as a strategy for weight loss.

OBJECTIVE

In this study, our aim was to research the source and audience of videos on YouTube Brazil regarding diabulimia.

METHODS

The YouTube site was searched on March 18, 2017, for two associated keyword terms "Diabulimia and Diabetes". Videos not recorded in Brazilian Portuguese language and those not related to the focus were excluded. Were included the videos associated with the terms and available on YouTube. Video links were recorded and analyzed independently by E.S. and G.K.C.C. Were recorded the following criteria for all videos: upload date, number of views, duration, likes, dislikes, and comments. The source of the videos was categorized into three groups: patients, health professionals and others sources.

RESULTS

The search resulted in a total of 427 videos, of which 417 (97.66%) were excluded (332 in English, 83 in Spanish, 1 in Danish, and 1 in Portuguese from Portugal). Then, 10 (2.34%) videos were pre-selected and analyzed. This videos were uploaded to YouTube between 2007 and 2016, and showed the following metrics: 10.303 views; 707 likes; 11 dislikes, and 115 comments. The total run time of the videos was 5 minutes and 22 seconds. The source of the videos revealed the following classification: professionals (30%, doctors), patients (20%) and others sources (50%, including advertisement, TV programm, etc.). Only two Brazilian videos related diabulimia with DM.

CONCLUSIONS

This research showed that YouTube in Brazil is little used, both in the availability of videos and in the search for information that associates diabulimia with DM. This finding admits the YouTube's potential as a tool for use in health education about this theme. There were contributions from health professionals in the process of transmitting videos on YouTube Brazil, but the videos of advertisements and the videos of reports were predominat. This result is worrying because it configures serious risks of transmission with inaccurate or misleading information about DM and diabulimia on the Internet. Thus, we emphasize the need to produce videos about diabulimia for use in diabetes online health education in Brazil.
The Effectiveness of Information in Diabetes Mellitus Treatment Adherence
Authors: Tenenbojm Gladis , Filipini Rosangela , Da Veiga Glaucia Luciano , Alves Beatriz Da Costa Aguiar , Fonseca Fernando Luiz Affonso
Published: April 2018

Background: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is characterized by deficiencies in insulin action and secretion, and difficulties in regulating hepatic glucose production, which may lead to significant complications. Our aim was verify if DM carriers that are recipients of communication actions have a better adherence to treatment, and, consequently, a better control of the disease. Methods: It is a quantitative study of descriptive nature. The research was conducted in a diabetes association, and the sample consisted of 112 individuals who participated in the National Diabetes Campaign, promoted by this institution. A questionnaire consisting of 56 questions was used and was divided in three parts: Demographics; level of knowledge of the disease; and communication participation. Data was processed and analyzed using the statistical software EpiInfo, version 7.2. Results: 82.1% of the sample are in the 60 to 85 age group, 56.2% are females; 31.3% had 1 to 4 years of schooling and 30.3% are employed. It was found that 21.4% frequent AD (Diabetes Association) and the main mentioned complications of DM were: amputation; blindness and kidney problems. It was evidenced that attending an AD is correlated with better glycated hemoglobin results (HbA1c ? 7%). Conclusion: It is highlighted that DM carriers who are recipients of communication actions have a better adherence to treatment, and, consequently, a better control of the disease.

 
Carbon Stocks of Coarse Woody Debris in Central African Tropical Forests
Authors: Ekoungoulou Romeo , Niu Shukui , Folega Fousseni , Nzala Donatien , Liu Xiaodong
Published: April 2018

Coarse Woody Debris (CWD; defined here as fallen and standing dead trees and tree branches) is a critical-structural and functional component of forest ecosystems that typically comprises a large proportion of total aboveground carbon storage. Coarse woody debris estimation for the tropics is uncommon, and little is known about how carbon storage in CWD will respond to climate change. Given the predominant role that tropical forests play in global carbon cycling, this information gap compromises efforts to forecast climate change impacts on terrestrial carbon balance. In this study, we aimed to identify the variation in Coarse Woody Debris (CWD) stocks between forest types (Old-growth and selective logging forests) and among the plots in Ipendja mixed lowland terra firme tropical rainforest (central Africa), and we examined the consequence for CWD carbon stocks estimation. The study area is located at Ipendja forest management unit (UFA), close to Dongou district (Likouala Department), in Northern Republic of Congo. Data collection were done with eight rectangular plots, each 25 x 200 m (0.5 ha). The method of line intercepts sampling has been used in each studied site. A total number of 135 CWD samples of diameter ³ 10 cm in the studied plots have been recorded. It was obvious that stock of coarse woody debris in Mokelimwaekili site (mean: 19.96 Mg ha-1; sum: 79.84 Mg ha-1) were higher than those of Sombo site (mean: 8.9 Mg ha-1; sum: 35 Mg ha-1). There was a significance difference in Ipendja evergreen forest about CWD stocks across two forest types and plots. This finding suggests that values vary among forest types and that separate reference values should be adopted for estimates of undisturbed forest carbon stocks in the different ecosystems in Congo basin. Different reference values represent the variability of CWD among forest types and contribute to reducing uncertainties in current estimates of carbon stock in central African forest ecosystems.
POLÍTICAS EDUCACIONAIS DE FORMAÇÃO DE PROFESSORES DE EDUCAÇÃO INFANTIL: PERCURSOS E CRÍTICAS
Authors: Soczek Daniel , Soczek Marcia Barbosa
Published: April 2018

RESUMO Este texto apresenta algumas reflexões acerca das políticas de formação de professores de educação infantil no Brasil. Partindo de uma avaliação sobre a Educação num contexto de crise, traz, como um dos principais desafios contemporâneos, a construção de políticas públicas voltadas à formação destes profissionais. Apresenta aspectos da legislação existente, aponta algumas lacunas no sentido de sua implementação e finaliza propondo uma revisão crítica e permanente destas políticas no intuito de melhorar as condições de atendimento das crianças de 0 a 5 anos pelo professor que atua na educação infantil. Palavras-chave: políticas educacionais, formação de professores, educação infantil     ABSTRACT This paper presents some reflections about the policies of training teachers of early childhood education in Brazil. Starting from an assessment on education in a context of crisis brings, as one of the major contemporary challenges, the construction of public policies geared to the training of professionals. Presents aspects of existing legislation, points out some gaps in the sense of its implementation and concludes by proposing a critical and permanent review of these policies in order to improve the conditions of service of the children of 0 to 5 years by professor in early childhood education. Keywords: educational policies, teacher education, early childhood education   RESUMEN Este texto presenta algunas reflexiones sobre las políticas de formación de profesores de educación infantil en Brasil. A partir de una evaluación en la educación en un contexto de crisis, trae, como uno de los grandes retos contemporáneos, la construcción de políticas públicas orientadas a la formación de profesionales. Presenta aspectos de la legislación vigente, señala algunas lagunas en el sentido de su aplicación y concluye proponiendo una revisión crítica y permanente de estas políticas con el fin de mejorar las condiciones de atención a los niños de 0 a 5 años por el profesor que actúa en la educación preescolar. Palabras-clave: políticas educativas, formación docente, Educación de niñez tempranaDOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.22169/revint.v10i20.731
GERENCIAMENTO DO FLUXO DA INFORMAÇÃO:ESTRATÉGIA CONVERGINDO COM A PRÁTICA DO LEAN OFFICE
Authors: Massuqueto Kamila , Freitas Duarte Maria do Carmo
Published: April 2018

RESUMO As organizações estão mudando e se alinhando às novas exigências e perspectivas do mundo globalizado. Inúmeras teorias procuram explicar as estratégias utilizadas pelas organizações para se manter nesse ambiente competitivo. Fato é que inúmeros caminhos podem ser percorridos pelas organizações durante sua trajetória. Diante disso este caso de ensino pretende explorar alguns conceitos que possam elucidar a estratégia da multinacional Nestlé em criar valor e, ao mesmo tempo, permitir a manutenção de uma empresa enxuta. Palavras-chave: Gestão; Informação; Lean Office. ABSTRACT Organizations have been changing and aligning themselves to the new requirements and prospects of the globalized world. Numerous theories try to explain the strategies used by organizations to keep their competitiveness in such environment. The fact is that companies can adopt many policies throughout their history. Therefore, the study aims to explore some concepts that can elucidate Nestlé's strategy to create value and be a lean company at the same time. Key words: Management; Information; Lean Office.     RESUMEN Las organizaciones están cambiando y alineándose a las nuevas exigencias y perspectivas del mundo globalizado. Numerosas teorías intentan explicar las estrategias utilizadas por las organizaciones para permanecer en ese entorno competitivo. Cierto es que innumerables caminos pueden ser recorridos por las organizaciones durante su carrera. Teniendo en cuenta que este caso de la enseñanza pretende explorar algunos conceptos que pueden aclarar la estrategia de la multinacional Nestlé para crear valor y, al mismo tiempo, permitir el mantenimiento de una empresa lean. Palabras-clave: Gestión; Información; Lean Office.DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.22169/revint.v10i21.780