Volume 1, Issue 1, January-June 2025
AUM in Vedic and Upanishadic Literature: A Comprehensive Analysis of its Essence and Meaning
Open Access | Original Article | 25 March 2025 | Article Number: 251008
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This research analyzes the AUM concept as it exists within Vedic literature. Through literature Vedic and philosophical texts of India commonly use the syllable AUM (OM) as a key hymn. Several Vedic literatures contains the concept of AUM which this study investigates. Sruti refers to one of several names for the Vedas as it means "heard" knowledge while Apauruseya signifies "not human" creation and Shastra functions as an instructional guide. Both Agama and Amnaya have identical meanings with Veda. The revelation nature of Veda earns it its title as the leading source of information. The Vedic knowledge exists in its original form after passing through generations because sages reportedly heard it during meditative states thus becoming known as Mantra seers. The wise men transmitted their learned knowledge by spoken word to upcoming generations after its acquisition. The Vedas have managed to surmount time because they were transmitted orally from one generation to the next. The study found that Aum functions as protective force for peace which offers liberation during death. Through Vedic rituals people worship the Aum because it symbolizes the Supreme Self and it is certain that honoring Aum means honoring the highest Self. Read more
View PDFThe Art and Symbolism of Adornment: Women’s Connection to Jewellery Across Eras
Open Access | Original Article | 18 February 2025 | Article Number: 251007
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Jewellery is a form of personal expression for women, ranging from simple ornamentation to a sign of identity, strength, and spirituality. Jewellery has historically fulfilled a variety of purposes. It was initially made of natural materials, such as feathers, shells, bones, and stones. After the discovery of metals, gold, silver, platinum, and copper were used to craft jewellery. Jewellery functioned both as decoration and as a symbol of status, signifying wealth and financial stability. In modern times, women wear jewellery not only to enhance their appearance but also to challenge societal norms and express their identities. Today's women wear jewellery not only to display their beauty but also to question social standards and confirm their identities. The paper tries to explore the relationship of women with jewellery throughout history. This study emphasizes the importance of jewellery in Indian culture, including its presence in traditional ceremonies and alleged health benefits. Read more
View PDFGeography of Ramayana and the Importance of Raja Ram in National Unity and Security of Bhāratavarṣa
Open Access | Original Article | 08 February 2025 | Article Number: 251006
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This research paper presents a study of the role of King Ram in national unity and security by analysing the geographical places mentioned in Ramayana. The study of the geography of the Ramayana period is not only helpful in understanding the geographical structure of ancient India, but it also sheds light on the socio-political system of that time. Different places mentioned in Ramayana, such as Ayodhya, Prayag, Chitrakoot, Dandakaranya, Kishkindha, etc. exist today and their geographical locations correspond to the descriptions in Ramayana. The exile journey of King Ram was not only important from the geographic point of view as it extended from North India into South India, but it also helped to forge unity amongst different states and communities. It is evident in the research that King Ram formed diplomatic relations with several states during his journey. Alliances with Nishadraja Guha, Vanaraja Sugriva, and Vibhishana not only added strength in fighting against Ravana but also became an emblem of national unity. These relationships made by Ram transcended caste, religion, and regional boundaries, indicating his inclusive policy. Ancient Indian geography is well illustrated, particularly by the rivers, mountains, and forests described in the Ramayana which depict natural boundaries and geographical diversities. Especially Dandakaranya, which extended across Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Maharashtra, gives an indication of the expanded forest area in ancient India. This work further elaborates on the strategic foresight of Ram in the context of national security. Successful campaigns against invaders such as Ravana not only reflect military prowess but also show his commitment to national security. This study seeks to present geography during the Ramayana era along with King Ram's vision for nation-building in contemporary times. This study provides significant perspectives on national unity and national security for our times. Read more
View PDFParental Support as a Predictor of Optimism and Pessimism in Adolescents: A Statistical Study
Open Access | Original Article | 06 February 2025 | Article Number: 251005
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This study evaluates parental support's impact on predicting teenagers' optimism and pessimism levels. Altogether, 384 participants were analyzed using regression analysis and ANOVA in SPSS to determine the relationship between parental support and adolescents' emotional states. The findings have a high positive correlation between parental support and optimism, where β = 0.62, p < 0.001. Thus, it depicts that more significant support from the parent has a good correlation with rising optimism in adolescents. Inversely, low parental support is strongly associated with a rise in pessimism as recorded by β = -0.55, p < 0.001, therefore depicting the measure of parental engagement determining the emotional outlook of an adolescent. The regression results confirm that parental support significantly affects both optimism and pessimism, with R² = 0.48, thereby indicating very high explanatory power. The result suggests that the formation of a supportive environment for parents is a condition that fosters the psychological wellbeing of adolescents. The study recommends targeted interventions to strengthen parental engagement, promote emotional resilience, and reduce negative emotional tendencies among high school students. Read more
View PDFImpact of Parental Encouragement on Optimistic and Pessimistic Tendencies among Senior Secondary Students
Open Access | Original Article | 06 February 2025 | Article Number: 251004
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This study examines the effects of encouragement from parents on the optimistic and pessimistic inclinations of students in senior secondary schools. Using a survey with 384 participants, the association between parental encouragement and emotional inclinations was measured using correlation and regression analyses. There were also findings to suggest a significant positive correlation between encouragement from parents and optimism (r = 0.579, p < 0.01) and negative with pessimism (r = 0.646, p < 0.01). Regression analysis suggests that the effect of encouragement from parents explained about 41.8% variance in pessimism (R² = 0.418, p < 0.001) with a very significant association. Reliability tests further validate the strength of constructs while the values of Cronbach's Alpha range between 0.738 and 0.847. Descriptive statistics indicate that optimism scores have a positive magnitude M = 3.5370, more than that of the pessimism scores, M = 2.4813, which indicates an overall prevalence of positivity. Future studies can also focus on intervention schemes that engage parenting and other variables like peer influence and socio-economic status. This study highlights the value of programs aimed at guidance from parents in adolescents' psychological development, such as mainstreaming the role of parents in learning and development environments. Read more
View PDFकिशोर विद्यार्थियों के मानसिक स्वास्थ्य एवं शैक्षिक उपलब्धि पर स्मार्टफोन के प्रभाव का अध्ययन
Open Access | Original Article | 23 January 2025 | Article Number: 251003
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किसी भी देश की समाज की प्रगति के लिए शिक्षा एक महत्वपूर्ण एवं आवश्यक साधन है शिक्षा विकास की प्रक्रिया है। मानसिक स्वास्थ्य एवं शैक्षिक उपलब्धि का एक दूसरे से घनिष्ट संबंध है। मानसिक रुप से स्वस्थ व्यक्ति की शैक्षिक उपलब्धि उच्च कोटि की होती है। मानसिक रुप से अस्वस्थ बालक समाज की अवांछनीय गतिविधियों में भी लिप्त हो जाता है। तथा कक्षा कक्ष व पाठ्यसहगामी क्रियाओं मे वह मुख्य भूमिका का निर्वाह नहीं करता। मानसिक स्वास्थ्य शैक्षिक उपलब्धि के स्तर को बढाने में सहायक सिद्ध हो सकता है। इसी उद्देश्य को ध्यान में रखते हुये शोधार्थी ने किशोर विद्यार्थियों के मानसिक स्वास्थ्य एवं शैक्षिक उपलब्धि पर स्मार्टफोन के प्रयोग को केन्द्र में रखा किशार विद्यार्थी स्मार्ट फोन के विभिन्न अनुप्रयोगों से जीवन की कठिनाईयों को कम कर रहे है। इसके विपरित किशोर विद्यार्थियों की स्मार्टफोन में हद से ज्यादा निर्भरता ने बुरी आदतों को जन्म दिया है। Read more
View PDFसरकारी विद्यालय में अध्ययनरत उच्च प्राथमिक स्तर के विद्यार्थियों की हिन्दी में उच्चारण एवं वर्तनी सम्बंधी त्रुटियों का अध्ययन
Open Access | Original Article | 13 January 2025 | Article Number: 251002
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भाषा मानवीय जीवन का महत्वपूर्ण अंग है। भाषा द्वारा ही किसी जाति या समाज का ज्ञान सुरक्षित रहता है। यह सर्वविदित है कि व्यक्ति का विकास भाषा के बिना असंभव है। भाषा ज्ञान के बिना व्यक्ति कुंठित हो जाता है। भाषा अभिव्यक्ति एवं विचार विनिमय का मानव निर्मित सफल साधन है। यह पैतृक सम्पति न होकर अर्जित सम्पति है जिसे बालक अनुकरण तथा श्रयास द्वारा ग्रहण करने की चेष्टा करता है। इस तरह वह जब कुछ और बड़ा होता है तो उसके सामाजिक दायरे और परिवेश में परिवार के बाहर मोहल्ला गाँव विद्यालय तथा क्षेत्र विशेष का भी परिवेश शामिल हो जाता है। बालक अनायस ही अनुकरण द्वारा उस भाषा को सीखने के लिए बाध्य हो जाता है। Read more
View PDFApplicability of Psychology in Diasporic Literary Realm
Open Access | Original Article | 10 January 2025 | Article Number: 251001
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Psycho-analysis as a discipline is concerned with understanding the mind, its processes, and its perception of reality. When applied to literature, psycho-analysis helps critics understand how literature can function as a reflection of the subconscious, revealing truths about the human condition, fears, and desires that may not be immediately obvious on the surface. Read more
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