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The Effective Majority: A Powerful Tool for Understanding and Shaping Collective Decisions In a world increasingly defined by diverse perspectives and competing interests, understanding how collective decisions are made is crucial. While simple majority rule might seem like a straightforward solution, it often fails to capture the nuances of complex issues and can lead to … Read more
ARPIT: Revolutionizing Professional Development for Higher Education Faculty The landscape of higher education is constantly evolving, driven by technological advancements, shifting student demographics, and evolving societal needs. In this dynamic environment, equipping faculty with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive is paramount. Traditional professional development models, often characterized by one-off workshops and isolated training … Read more
Understanding Dysfunctions of the Family: Causes and Impacts The family unit, often idealized as a haven of love, support, and stability, is not immune to dysfunction. These dysfunctions, ranging from communication breakdowns to severe abuse, can have profound and lasting impacts on individuals and society as a whole. This article delves into the complex world … Read more
Harnessing Technology for Governance: The Rise of E-Governance The 21st century has witnessed a profound transformation in the way we live, work, and interact with the world around us. This transformation is largely driven by the rapid advancement of technology, which has permeated every aspect of our lives, including the realm of governance. E-governance, the … Read more
The Green Revolution: A Double-Edged Sword of Food Security and Environmental Impact The Green Revolution, a period of rapid agricultural intensification from the mid-20th century, dramatically transformed global food production. This period saw the introduction of high-yielding crop varieties, synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation technologies, leading to a significant increase in agricultural output and a … Read more
Administration for Welfare In early times, social welfare functions were performed by a few individuals or groups of individuals motivated by compassion and concern for the poor, the needy and the destitute. These people were laymen, embodied with the qualities of humanism and selfless service to the community. But in modern times, most of the … Read more
Emotional Intelligence: Applications in governance and administration Work rules are in a constant state of flux with new yardsticks by which workers are being evaluated. In today’s corporate world it is increasingly being recognised that an impressive curriculum vitae, good credentials and technical expertise does not have the desired impact in someone with … Read more
Self Help Groups in Karnataka The economy of Karnataka is essentially an agrarian and rural economy. It accounts for 56 per cent of workforce of the State. In addition it supports other economic activities such as Industry, transport, Trade and Commerce, etc. The rural economy supplies food articles and home-made products to non-farm sector. The … Read more
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Maulana Azad was not only this century’s most articulate votary of Hindu-Muslim unity but also the only one erudite aalim (Islamic scholar) who claimed Quranic sanction for his faith in that unity and the freedom of the nation. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad is, by any reckoning, a major figure in twentieth-century … Read more
Guru Nanak Dev Ji was the founder of SikhismSikhism and the first of ten Sikh Gurus. He was born in Talwandi, Punjab, India in 1469. He is considered to be one of the most important religious figures in Indian history. Guru Nanak Dev Ji was a spiritual teacher who emphasized the importance of faith, devotion, … Read more