THE THIRD VOICE REALITY AND VISION
Vol No-6 | Issue No-2 | December, 2024

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Economic Burden of Climate Change in India: A Review

Sumant Swain

Abstract: The economic burden of climate change in India is a multifaceted challenge with wide-ranging implications across agriculture, health, infrastructure, water resources, and energy sectors. Rising temperatures, erratic monsoon patterns…

Keywords: Climate change, economic burden, health, agriculture, food security, urban development, energy sector, social inequality, infrastructure, economic growth

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In Defense of Academic Standards
Against Strange Hierarchies and Crass Quantifications

Bikram Keshari Mishra

Abstract: As one comes across the academic domain, one witnesses a strange hegemony in the publishing world: hegemony of high power, CARE-listed and Scopus indexed journals over the rest. It’s no more surprising to discover the mass desperation for getting papers published in such elite journals.…

Keywords: Citation, Impact Factor, Quality, Quantification, Elite Journal.

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Improving the Mental Health of Young People in India: A Social Inclusion Perspective

Rudra Prasad Sahoo

Abstract: Young people, like all age groups, require mental health treatment. There is also evidence that young groups are more vulnerable. The Indian government, from time to time, implements several programs to address the issue of mental health. However, it is concerning to observe that mental health among young individuals, notably teenagers, is not well addressed. The mental health of…

Keywords: Mental Health, Young and Adolescents, Social Inclusion.

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Natural Resource Conflict and the Rise of Maoist Movement in Chhattisgarh

Roshan Ekka

Abstract: The Maoist movement has become one of the biggest threats to internal security in India, affecting nearly 165 districts across 14 states. The widespread discontent in rural areas, especially among tribal communities who have long faced economic hardship…

Keywords: State Profile, Natural Resources, Maoist Movement, Maoist Attacks, Salwa Judum, Lon Varratu, Governance Issues

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The Future of Online Teaching: Trends and Predictions

Rohit Ganguly & Priyanka Roy

Abstract: This study focuses on assessing the utility and limitations of online teaching platforms and tools, to determine their value to teaching. Conducting a primary quantitative survey among 100 educators, the study adopts a positivist philosophy, exploratory research methodology…

Keywords: Online teaching, online teaching platforms, Technology, ICT.

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Queer Theory: Origins, Evolution and Application

Ram Babu & Rahul Kumar Tiwari

Abstract: Thus, this chapter gives a brief history of queer theory, its assumptions and use, and various fields of study. Having originated at the end of the 20thCentury, queer theory seeks to unsettle fixed gender and sexual identities by subverting the conventional oppositions like male/female and heterosexual / homosexual. Derived from…

Keywords: Queer theory, Deconstruction, Performativity, Queer Spaces, CaseStudies.

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Sculptural Expressions of Naga Worship: A Study of Nagamatha and Odisha’s Sacred Sites

Manas Kumar Rout

Abstract: This report presents a comparative study of the sculptures at Nagamatha, a sacred site near Nemalo in Odisha, focusing on its detached sculptures and their archaeological, historical, and cultural significance. The site features a Nagi (serpent goddess) image, along with other sculptures, such as a horse rider, Chamunda, and a fragment of a Navagraha panel…

Keywords: Nagamatha at Chitrakula river side, Nemal Road, Detached Sculptures.

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A Study Government Policies on Wetland Conservation: with Special Reference to Deepor Beel, Kamrup (Metro) District, Assam.

Swarbani Baruah

Abstract: Wetlands are dynamic ecosystems characterized by the presence of water, either permanently or seasonally, and are crucial for biodiversity, climate regulation, and community livelihoods. Effective conservation of these areas is essential for maintaining ecological balance and supporting local economies. In India, wetlands cover approximately 15.26 million hectares, yet rapid urbanization and pollution have led to significant degradation. In Assam, one such Wetland is Deepor Beel, that has been recognized as a Ramsar site and is particularly significant for local communities, supporting livelihoods and biodiversity…

Keywords: Wetlands, Biodiversity, Community Engagement, Socio-economic Impact, Government Policies, Deepor Beel.

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HR for Hybrid Working: How to Adapt People Practices to Support Employees and the Organization written by Gary Cookson. Published by Kogan Page Limited, United States, 2022. Pp. 287. ISBN:9781398605725.

Reviewed by Bandita Bhola

Abstract: This book is one of the timely published literatures on human resources management during and after COVID-19 where all the public and private organizations struggle to manage their human resources and day-to-day activities while keeping in mind infectious diseases. This book investigates into one of the most significant shifts in the workplace—hybrid working. With the COVID-19 pandemic acting as a catalyst, organizations across the region were forced to reconsider traditional office-based work models…

Keywords: hybrid working, human resources, COVID- 19 pandemic, office working, Recruitment.

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Women Reservation Bill” 2023: A Way to Political Change in India

Subhadra Maharana

Abstract: The term ‘women’ encompasses both genders, as both men and women contribute to the standard of life and nation-building within a society; the political sphere serves as the foundation for any transformation. Women in the social sphere have consistently been sidelined from ancient times to the present. It is not solely about her social sphere; rather, it encompasses all aspects of her existence…

Keywords: Women, Reservation, Empowerment.

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Shifting portrayal of women and their relationships in Bollywood Films

Aditi Panda and Sankalpa Satapathy

Abstract: Bollywood films have always had a major influence on societal values and have played an important role in promoting Indian culture. It has not only created, but also communicated a shift in social transformation to a level that no other kind of visual art has ever achieved…

Keywords: Bollywood cinema, women characters, societal impact, change in mind-set.

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Gender Sensitization & Participatory Democracy among Tribals: A Study of Kalingnagar Industrial Complex of Jajpur District

Bibhudatta Khandayatray

Abstract: Gender sensitization is the process of creating awareness regarding gender equality issues and modifying the behaviour and views that people hold about themselves and other genders.Participatory democracy is a form of government in which all citizens participate equally irrespective of class creed and sex. The present study has been carried out in Kalinga Nagar, Jajpur district of Odisha and attempt has been made to collect the information from displaced women and their participation in politics…

Keywords: Gender, Displacement, Resettlement, Participatory Democracy, Tribal Women.

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Understanding the Perception Behind the Creation of ‘Sacred Spaces’ in the Profane World

Shashi Chauhan and Pramod Kumar Gupta

Abstract: Sociologists in many ways have tried to understand religion in terms of sacred and profane as it tries to be more inclusive than just limiting our understanding of religion to God and other supernatural elements. Sacred and profane space in reality may present in the same place where one will take precedence over the other. The idea of modernization advocates for a secular outlook in terms of religious practices, belief and faith…

Keywords: Sacred, profane, religion, space.

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Role of Tribal Women in Administration

Ratnakar Ray

Abstract: The participation of tribal women in India’s democratic process has seen significant improvements over the years, but challenges persist. While government initiatives, constitutional provisions, and grassroots movements have increased their political engagement, socio-economic barriers still hinder their full and effective participation. This analysis explores their role in elections, governance, decision-making, and activism while addressing key challenges and suggesting ways forward…

Keywords: Tribal Women, community development, economic sustainability, socio-economic barriers.

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