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The Power of Collective Action: Exploring the World of Cooperative Societies Cooperative societies, often referred to simply as “co-ops,” represent a unique and powerful model of economic and social organization. Rooted in the principles of self-help, mutual aid, and democratic control, co-ops empower individuals to collectively address their needs and aspirations. This article delves into … Read more
Empowerment of the Depressed class through religion and Education Empowerment of the Depressed class through education View of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar about Education “It is the education which is the right weapon to cut the social slavery and it is the education which will enlighten the downtrodden masses to come up and gain social … Read more
Clay and PotteryPottery Work Clay and Pottery work is a fascinating and ancient art form that has been practiced by humans for centuries. Clay is a versatile material that can be used to create a wide variety of objects, from simple cups and bowls to intricate sculptures and works of art. Pottery is made by … Read more
Gandhian approach to rural development Gandhian approach to rural development may be labelled as ‘idealist’. It attaches supreme importance to moral values and gives primacy to moral values over material conditions. The Gandhians believe that the source of moral values in general lies in religion and Hindu scriptures like the Upanishads and the Gita, in … Read more
Disaster Management in India: A Comprehensive Overview India, a land of diverse landscapes and vast population, is highly vulnerable to a wide range of natural disasters. From devastating earthquakes and floods to cyclones and droughts, the country faces a constant threat to its people, infrastructure, and economy. Recognizing the gravity of this situation, India has … Read more
Society, Community, Association, Institution, Social group, Folkways and Mores Society society is an organization of people whose associations are with one another. MacIver describes society as a web of relationships. There are a number of definitions of society. Most of them point to the following characteristics of society. The first condition for calling a set … Read more
Dedication to Public Service Dedication: Definition Dedication suggests voluntary commitment rather than rigidity. Dedication is calm and measured. There is no element of harshness or punishment in dedication. If discipline is the stick, then dedication is a voluntary willingness and desire to reach for the carrot without the threat of that stick. Dedication implies … Read more
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is increasingly an essential issue for companies. It is a complex and multi- dimensional organisational phenomenon that is understood as the scope for which, and the ways in which, an organisation is consciously responsible for its actions and non-actions and their impact on its stakeholders. It represents not just a change … Read more
The Bhakti Movement in Indian history represents a movement that popularized devotional surrender to a personally conceived supreme God. Its origins are traced to the Brahamanical and Buddhist traditions of ancient India. It was in south India that it grew from a religious tradition into a popular movement based on religious Equality and broad based … Read more
Grants to Local Governments: A Vital Lifeline for Communities Local governments play a crucial role in providing essential services to their residents, ranging from public safety and infrastructure to education and social welfare. However, these services often come with significant financial burdens, especially in the face of limited tax revenue and increasing demands. Grants from … Read more