Volume 5 | Issue 4 |

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A certain combination of in-plane load parameter values and the natural frequency of transverse vibration can cause unstable transverse vibrations in structural materials subjected to in-plane periodic stresses, which can result in parametric resonance. This instability may arise under compressive loads throughout a range of excitation frequencies, below the structure's critical load. Many strategies for preventing parametric resonance, such vibration isolation and dampening, may not be sufficient or safe at times, leading to unfavorable outcomes. Unlike the primary resonance, the parametric instability can occur even for modest excitation amplitudes and combinations of frequencies, not just at a single excitation frequency. When a structure is subjected to in-plane periodic stress, it is possible to discriminate between good and undesirable vibration regimes by analyzing its dynamic instability region (DIR) spectrum. These spectra are frequently calculated and given in terms of natural frequencies. Therefore, a crucial component of the dynamic instability study of composite plates and shells in a hygrothermal environment is the very precise estimation of these values.

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Temperature concentration, Moisture concentration, Plate aspect ratio, Composite laminates, Number of layers.

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This paper offers a critical examination of educational systems and individual development as mirrored in R.K. Narayan's The Bachelor of Arts. By scrutinizing the novel as a microcosmic representation of Indian education, the study interrogates the extent to which academic pursuits truly foster holistic personal growth. Through a close reading of the protagonist, Chandran, this research challenges the notion of education as a linear, transformative process. It instead explores the complexities of identity formation, aspiration, and social engagement within the confines of institutional learning. Moreover, the paper questions the efficacy of the educational environment in cultivating critical consciousness and ethical agency, ultimately prompting a reassessment of the relationship between education and human potential as envisioned by Narayan.

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Education, character development, transition, challenges, life.

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This research paper explores the impact of corporate governance on the financial performance of Indian Public Sector Enterprises (PSEs). The study examines various aspects of governance frameworks, including board independence, transparency, and the influence of political interference, and assesses how these factors affect financial metrics such as Return on Assets (ROA) and Return on Equity (ROE). The analysis reveals that while governance reforms, including the introduction of corporate governance guidelines and the granting of managerial autonomy through Maharatna, Navratna, and Miniratna statuses, have led to improvements in financial performance, challenges remain. Issues such as political interference, lack of managerial autonomy, and varying levels of implementation across different sectors continue to hinder the full realization of these reforms. The paper also highlights the need for further policy recommendations to enhance governance practices and financial outcomes in PSEs. Recommendations include strengthening board independence, enhancing transparency, reducing political influence, promoting performance-based incentives, and fostering a culture of accountability. This comprehensive review provides valuable insights into the relationship between governance and financial performance in the context of Indian PSEs and offers practical suggestions for future improvements.

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Corporate governance, financial performance, public sector enterprises, India, Board independence, Transparency, Political interference, Governance reforms, Return on Assets (ROA), Return on Equity (ROE).

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Empowerment refers as a multidimensional social process that helps people gaining control over their own lives which increases the economic, political, social, educational or spiritual strength of an individuals and communities. Empowerment also means moving from enforced powerlessness to a position of power Women's empowerment in India will take a look at our rich heritage and enlightened societies of the past where women were treated as equals Empowerment of women is essential for achieving social, economic, political, educational and cultural security among people now in the present scenario of globalized world women empowerment is recognized as the burning issue, because it understood as the women can fully enjoy the same rights as men and are not discriminated against is normatively desirable. Even the empowerment of women leads to the uplift and development of women in all the fields of life. Having this much efforts towards attaining empowerment, Still many weaker sections of the society are facing the challenges in attainment of empowerment. Likewise, the rural women employees working in Garments is not exceptional from this. So this research paper tries to focus on the challenges facing by rural women of employees working in Garments at present scenario with respect to the empowerment, where still not at all aware of empowering in the society. So for the present study a survey has been conducted to know about the challenges facing by the rural women of employees working in Garments where empowerment is still not possible. Now, I would like to enlighten how the challenges facing by rural women of employees working in Sai Export Pvt. Ltd. at Gejjalagere Garments, Maddur taluku, Mandya district. So the Required information is collected through primary & secondary sources and analyzed in the present study.

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Empowerment, Garment employees, Rural women, Challenges

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In the West Coast of Maharashtra, India's Savitri Estuary, a thorough investigation of intertidal foraminifera was conducted. This study examines benthic foraminiferal assemblages at five localities from the Savitri Estuary, documenting their diversity and abundance in subsurface sediments. These samples revealed 32 species. Only Agglutinated foraminifera have been found in mangrove sediments. Faunal diversity in the Savitri Estuary's foraminiferal assemblage is extremely low.

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Benthic foraminifera, Mangrove, Savitri Estuary, Subsurface sediments, TMN

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The above quoted lines are from the Atharva Veda's (Bhoomi Sukta-12.1) hymn to Prithvi, the goddess Earth. In this particular hymn, the goddess Earth (Prithvi) is honored as a nurturing and sustaining force for all life. The prayer typically asks for her continued support in providing nourishment, protection, and stability to the natural world and all its inhabitants. The hymn often includes requests for her blessings in the form of fertility, stability, and protection for all living beings. This reverence for the Earth reflects "an ancient understanding of the inter-connectedness between humans and nature, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a respectful and nurturing relationship with the environment".

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Positive Footprint

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Davanagere District is a vital region in Karnataka, blending economic development with cultural richness. Its strategic location, educational institutions, agricultural and industrial activities, and vibrant cultural life make it an important center in the state. The district's historical significance and modern growth contribute to its unique character and importance in the region. Religious centers serve a multitude of important functions in communities, providing both spiritual and practical benefits. Here's an overview of the key reasons why religious centers are needed: Religious centers offer spaces for communal worship, rituals, and ceremonies, allowing individuals to express their spirituality and practice their faith in a structured environment. Spiritual leaders and Pontiffs provide guidance, counselling, and support to individuals seeking answers to existential questions or facing personal challenges .Religious centers foster a sense of community and belonging among their members, helping individuals connect with others who share similar values and beliefs .They often provide emotional and social support through various programs, including counselling services, support groups, and social events, which are crucial during times of personal or communal crises. Many religious centers offer educational programs that teach religious doctrines, ethics, and traditions. This education helps individuals understand and practice their faith more deeply for children and teenagers, such as Sunday schools or youth groups, play a key role in teaching younger generations about their faith and fostering their spiritual development. Religious centers often engage in charitable activities, such as providing food, shelter, and medical care to those in need.

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Religion,mutt,center,spiritial

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The claims made by some environmental ethicists to place nature and restored-natural entities in two domains of moral evaluation has raised many questions by environmental ethicists. Such claim asserts that the dichotomy between nature and artifact leads to some sort of moral dualism where restored-natural entities are not to be evaluated morally at par with natural entities. Eric Katz goes to the extent of considering restored-natural entities as artifacts because of being contaminated and polluted with human intention, design and purposes etc. Due to this restored-natural entities lacks naturalness and their intrinsic values affected. Therefore such entities will have less moral standing or no sufficient moral standing for any moral consideration. But involvement of human design, human intention and purposes do not necessarily create artifact which might lack moral standing because such entities are different from a paradigmatic case of artifact. Following Aristotle's characterization of artifact and natural entities, this paper makes an attempt to show that restored-natural entities are not paradigm case of artifact but natural entities with moral standing. Further, the whole idea of nature-artifact dichotomy is not based on a solid ground as there is no clear demarcation line between nature and artifact. If this paper succeeds in establishing that restored-natural entities continues to be natural, they can possess moral standing and therefore we are obligated to respect them. In this essay an attempt is also made to examine the validity of moral dualism which is rooted in the very nature and validity of such distinction, although it is not the intention of this essay to undermine or reject such dichotomy. This issue is significant from the point of view of environmental ethics which is concern about human relationship with nature or the environment.

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MORAL STANDING OF RESTORED-NATURAL ENTITIES: A CRITICAL EVALUATION

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One of the arguments put forward by the advocates of religious pluralism is that all religions originate from the same source. This is evident in the works of John Hick, Raimondo Panikkar and others. However, the view that all religions will meet together at some point is not widely discussed, and probably not an accepted presupposition. Hence the search for the unity of religions is a dream that can never be fulfilled. However, it will not be an impossibility to inquire theoretically into the possibility of such unity, given the fact that all religions have a goal. Some religions believe in the eternal communion with the Divine as the ultimate goal whereas some aims at self-realization. As a kind of reaction to the pluralist view, the concept of 'unity in diversity' finds a place in the human religious quest the concept which holds that there is a unity of all religions at some level despite their differences in various respects. In this manner it is argued that different religions are different paths for reaching the same goal. Just like different religions are different ways of responding to the revelation, the same can be seen as different ways of arriving at the Source. Hence by unity of religion we understand as the state where different religions come together as one unit. For some people such unity can be attained at the transcendental level where the souls attain their final destiny. The souls unite together in God where plurality is destroyed. We can also understand unity as the coming together of all religions at some stages.

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A Dynamic Unity in Religious Pluralism: A study on Swami Vivekananda

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This study examines the persistence of gender bias and stereotypes in Indian society, particularly among the urban with a rural base. Despite constitutional provisions for gender equality and efforts by social activists and feminists, discrimination against women continues. The study highlights the paradoxical attitude towards women, who are revered as goddesses but also devalued and oppressed. The research focuses on exploring sex stereotypes among scheduled caste adults in a rural setting, using a picture story test. The results show significant differences in the perception of masculine traits between males and females, with males exhibiting more traditional views. The findings suggest that gender significantly influences the perception of masculine traits, and that males have a greater traditionality for masculine stereotypes. The study emphasizes the need for community mobilization and awareness programs to change the cultural script pertaining to gender and promote gender equality.

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Gender bias, Sex stereotypes, Patriarchy, Gender equality, Rural India

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