IOSR-JHSS   Volume-19 ~ Issue-4 ~ April-2014

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Collateral Damage: An Urgent Need for Legal Apparatus for Protection of the Whistleblowers & RTI Activists
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr. Devakumar Jacob
	:	10.9790/0837-19470109

Abstract: Culture of secrecy resulted in fertile growth of corruption. In face of non- accountability of the public authorities and lack of openness in the functioning of government, abuse of power and corrupt diversion of the public money was the order of the day. Limitations to the free flow of information led to the germination of feelings such as 'powerlessness' and 'alienation' among the citizens. It has been realized by most of the countries that greater access of the citizens to information enhances the responsiveness of government to community needs. In turn, this facility provides a platform of public grievances and thus improves feeling of goodwill towards the government. Under such circumstances, public and various NGOs demanded greater access to the information held by public authorities. The government approved to their demand by enacting RTI Act, 2005.

[1]. Tirupati, Good Governance and RTI Act, Sage publishers,Delhi,2010,p.67
[2]. Manoranjan Kumar, IES fight against the mighty corrupt in Shipping Ministry in Hindustan Times 29/7/10
[3]. CVC Report on 2010,P.3
[4]. RTI Foundation India, 2010
[5]. SR Foundation report submitted to CVC,2010
[6]. Raju, RTI and its importance, Paper presentation at Indian History Congress at Delhi,2011.p.18
[7]. Anti-Corruption 2.0: What‟s your say on corruption? 92 Transparency International on JN Jayashree's powerful way of fighting corruption 30/7/09

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Right to Water in International and National Perspective
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Anuj Kumar Nigam
	:	10.9790/0837-19471014

Abstract:Water is vital to life. Its indispensability, access and quality are crucial factors deciding the quality of life of not only human beings but also all other living beings. Water is a very basic necessity for overall economic development of the human society. It is also needed for various other industrial and commercial activities.

[1]. General Comment 15 (2002) on the Right to Water by the UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. available at http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/6/gc15.doc.
[2]. UNDP‟s Human Development Report‟s recommendations.
[3]. The PLoS Medicine Editors (2009). "Clean Water Should be recognized as a Human Right". PLOs Med 6(6): e1000102. Doi:10.1371/journal.pmed.100102.

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	The correlation of Personality Traits and Academic performance: A review of literature
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Bindu Kumari
	:	10.9790/0837-19471518

Abstract:The early researches on the relationship between personality and academic performance have aroused ambiguous conclusions, mainly because of the different theoretical bases and due to the use of variable research methodologies by the researchers. The acceptance of Factorial Models of personality and the new techniques in research has made the exploration of the correlation of personality traits and academic achievement easy. The Five Factor Model brought order to the previous "chaotic plethora" of personality measures. The present paper reviews the studies conducted using Five Factor Model of personality and explains the correlation between dimensions of personality and academic performance which in turn would help in selection of suitable candidates for higher studies and decrease "Drop Out" rate in colleges and universities.

Keywords: Personality traits, Academic performance, Five Factor Model.

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[2]. Barrick, M. R., & Mount, M. K. (1991). The big five personality dimensions and job performance: A meta-analysis. Personality Psychology, 44, 1-26.
[3]. Barrick, M. R., Mount, M. K., & Strauss, J. P. (1993). Conscientiousness and performance of sales representatives: Test of the mediating effects of goal setting. Journal of Applied Psychology, 78, 715-722.
[4]. Bidjerano, T., & Dai, D. Y. (2007). The relationship between the big-five model of personality and self-regulated learning strategies. Learning and Individual Differences, 17(1), 69-81.
[5]. Blumberg, M., & Pringle, C. D. (1982). The missing opportunity in organizational research: Some implications for a theory of work performance. Academy of Management Review, 7(4), 560-569.

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Analysis of Socio-Economic factors that Influence involvement in Resource Based Conflicts in Kenya
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Eliud O. Ongowo, Mwangi S. Wokabi, Ngetich Kibet
	:	10.9790/0837-19471923

Abstract:To effectively analyze the relationship between socio-economic factors and resource-based conflicts, the two variables were assessed in a number of dimensions. The five dimensions used to assess socio-economic factors include: education, ethnicity, employment status, religion and age. Resource-based conflicts, on the other hand, was assessed by considering two dimensions: involvement in resource-based conflicts and knowledge of the time of the conflicts. The dimensions were used so as to understand the two concepts under the study – socio-economic factors and resource-based conflicts.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Recreational Activities for Senior Citizens
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Bhawana Singh, U. V. Kiran
	:	10.9790/0837-19472430

Abstract:Recreation plays a key role in the well-being of older adults and in enhancing their quality of life. For seniors, as for people of all ages, involvement in recreation activities can satisfy a variety of needs. Among the important benefits of recreation for the senior population is increased health and fitness, as well as opportunities for socializing, for using skills and talents developed throughout their lifetime, and for learning new skills. The aim of this article is to dwell upon various recreational activities for the elderly.

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[4]. Bhargava, A. (2003). A longitudinal analysis of the risk factors for diabetes and coronary heart disease in the Framingham Offspring Study. Population Health Metrics. 1:3.
[5]. Singh, B. & Kiran, U.V. (2013). Loneliness among elderly women. International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention. 2(1). 1-6.

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	The Theological and Exegetical Interpretations of John 14:12 and its Contextualization
Country	:	Nigeria
Authors	:	Dr. Ekundayo, Lawrence Olabode
	:	10.9790/0837-19473135

Abstract:This paper has encapsulated the detailed exegetical meanings of πìστις (Faith) in John 14:12 from both the Old Testament and New Testament understandings. The paper went further to enunciate the theological meanings of the two promises of Jesus in John 14:12. The paper having analyzed the elements of faith, submitted that the πìστις in John 14:12 requires proactive and discretionary faith to do greater miracles. The paper concluded by contextualizing John 14:12 to the contemporary society and then postulated that πìστις έν Ίησους is the solution to the societal and individuals' problems of the present day.

Keywords: Exegesis, Faith, Jesus, Proactive, Discretionary.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Urban Socio-Economic and Environmental Condition of Hill Tracts Bangladesh: A Case Study in Bandarban Municipality
Country	:	Bangladesh
Authors	:	Kazi Md. Barkat Ali, Morshed Hossan Molla, Md. Mostafa Faisal
	:	10.9790/0837-19473644

Abstract:Urbanization in Bangladesh is in terms of increasing regional inequality, centralization of development, mass poverty, high unemployment rate, social stratification, over crowding, housing problem, proliferation of slums and squatters and at large deterioration in the overall environmental conditions. The study attempts to identify the major urban environmental condition of Bandarban Municipality. Investigation was based on perceptual as well as factual data sources. The perceptual data was collected through field survey which was based on structural questionnaire.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Political Structure of the Khasis: With special reference to the Nongthymmai Dorbar Pyllun
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Mrs. Monica. N. Laloo
	:	10.9790/0837-19474553

Abstract:Traditionally, the political structures of the Khasi States were basically democratic and functioned independently and there was no centralised structure. The evolution of Syiemship can be attributed to the vital role played by the Basans and Lyngdohs to transform the society, which still continues and is practiced in this land (H Bareh, 1997: 234).

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Effect of Science Technology Society Approach on Achievement Motivation in Biology of Secondary School Students of Kasaragod District
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Smitha. E.T, Dr. P. K. Aruna
	:	10.9790/0837-19475458

Abstract:Education is regarded as the potential instrument for social change and quality of education determined by the effectiveness of teacher and the teaching methods. The present study was conducted to investigate the effectiveness of Science Technology Society approach over activity oriented method of teaching on achievement motivation in Biology of Standard VIIth students. True experimental design was used to investigate the present study.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Expansion of 'Red Corridor' in Jangalmahal : A Demand for Ethical Justice
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Md. Iqbal Sultan
	:	10.9790/0837-19475965

Abstract: The South-Western part of West Bengal including a major part of West Midnapore, Bankura and Purulia District (approx. latitude 21045/ N to 23045/ N & 85045/ E to 87030/ E) is now literary marked as 'Jangalmahal'. The name says that the major part of this region is covered by forest or jungle and it is one of the socio-economically backward regions of West Bengal. Ethnical variation of the region is also remarkable. Almost 25-30% of the total population of the aforesaid districts is tribes. Now-a-days the uprising Maoist Movement ('Terrorism' according to the State) creates a new socio-political dimension in West Bengal.

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[6]. Mallick, R. (2007)"Development Policy of a Communist Government: West Bengal Since 1977", Cambridge University Press, (p- 12)

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Managing Health and Safety Risk of Hepatitis B Transmission: A Study on the Knowledge and Practice of Non-Professional Blood Donors of Residential Halls of Dhaka University
Country	:	Bangladesh
Authors	:	Sarmin Akter , Md. Abdus Sattar
	:	10.9790/0837-19476678

Abstract:This article aims at portraying the present situation of Hepatities B in Bangladesh. Moreover, this article also tries to show the safety risk of Hepatities B transmission and knowledge and practice of Non-Professional Blood Donors of Residential Halls of Dhaka University, Bangladesh. This explorative research utilized quantitative method such as Survey to collect data. A number of 107 respondents are interviewed from different residential halls of Dhaka University. The major findings of this study shows that because of their carelessness, ignorance the risk of infection of Hepatities B is high among male respondents than female and unmarried than married.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Effect of TV Fashion Shows on Dressing Style of Female Students of University Of Gujrat
Country	:	Pakistan
Authors	:	SaimaZareen, Dr Arshad Ali, Saira Shafi
	:	10.9790/0837-19477997

Abstract: This study examines and reveals the "Effects of fashion shows of TV channels on the dressing style of female students at the University of Gujrat". People deal with fashion every day and also become crazy for fashion. According to Crane (2000) clothes are the key factor which can make or destroy one's personality. Today each person wants to look perfect; for this he or she adopt fashion from fashion magazines, TV ads, TV dramas, fashion shows, TV personalities or peer groups. Total 150 female students was selected as a sample from the whole population for investigating does really female students of University of Gujrat are involve in fashion from TV fashion shows and become fashion conscious.

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[3]. Baloch, S. (2011, August 26). Role of television.InPakistan Today. Retrieved June 23, 2012, from http://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2011/08/26/comment/editors-mail/role-of-television/
[4]. Barnes, L., & Greenwood, G., L. (2006). Fast fashioning the supply chain: shaping the research agenda. Journal of fashion marketing and management, 10(3), 261.doi:10.1108/13612020610679259

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	The Place and Importance of Malgudi in the novels of .K. Narayan
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr Sudarsan Sahoo
	:	10.9790/0837-194798100

Abstract:R.k.Narayan is a prolific Indian writer writing in English. His Fictions are immensely popular in India and abroad. Malgudi is the central focus of his imagination. This prominent place of the writer is the eternal source of the pleasures and sorrows of the characters of the novel. The writer the multitude sides of this imaginative location in almost all his novels. The chararacters presented in the fictions feel quite secured in the environment of Malgudi.Malgudi is really a dream for the readers.

Keywords: Lalgudi, Mempi Hills, Malgudians, Nellap's Groove, Sarayu River,

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	The Issue of Gender Discrimination in Meghalaya With Special Reference to East Khasi Hills
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Wangshimenla Jamir, A.P.Warjri, Iabianglang Kharbuki, Wanshanskhe Ryndem & P. Rijied Lamare
	:	10.9790/0837-1947101107

Abstract:Gender discrimination is one of the most serious issues confronted by every culture, and country these days. The term Gender discrimination or Sexism can be described as unfair treatment of a group or a person due to their gender or sex. In theory, gender discrimination can affect both men and women, but in most cases it is women who have been at the receiving end since most cultures in the world are patriarchal, or male dominated. According to the United Nations, discrimination against women is taking place in every society, where women do not have equal opportunities as men. Even in advance and developed countries of the world, women still experience the unfairness of the "glass ceiling‟,

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	The Influence of Poverty on Crime among the Abanyole of Emuhaya District, Western Kenya
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Jared Aineah Ngutu
	:	10.9790/0837-1947108142

Abstract: The purpose of the study was to establish the significant relationship between poverty and crime in Emuhaya district of Western Province of Kenya. The objective of the study was to investigate the influence of poverty on crime amongst the residents of Emuhaya District in Western Province. The research design for the study was survey research design in which 5 point likert scale questionnaire on poverty and crime was used study to collect data from the respondents.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	A Short account of the historical geography of Early Assam
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Rabindra Das M.A.LL.B.
	:	10.9790/0837-1947143146

Abstract: The study of historical geography now becomes one of the important components for discovery of early history in accurate form. From ancient time Indian philosophers and writers of Dharmasastra paid more attention on man's respect for and concern to his environment –hills, rivers, trees, stones, birds, animals and so forth. In Assam also people had faith on natures as in mentioned in the 'Kalikapurana' Epigraphic records of early Assam focused many important facts as related to society.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	A Meta-Analysis of the Relationship between Information and Communications Technology and Academic Achievement in Iran
Country	:	Iran
Authors	:	Hossein Najafi, Mohammad Jafar Rezaei, Mohammad Ali Javadi Boura, Zohre Mottagi
	:	10.9790/0837-1947147151

Abstract:The present research was to a meta-analysis of the relationship between information and communications technology (ICT) and academic achievement. The population consisted of all the research on this subject until 2013, and using systematic sampling, 18 research studies were selected as the sample. Structured review based on meta-analysis was used to answer the research questions, and Cohen's model was used to interpret the results. The results showed that the relationship between ICT and academic achievement is significant, because the effect size for this relationship was 0.581, which is above average based on Cohen's model

[1] Ahmadi, M., Fallah, V., & Mirzakhani, S. (2011). Comparing the effect of non-interactive and interactive multimedia on learning outcomes of students in primary. Iranian Journal of Information and Communications Technology in Education Sciences, 1, 4.
[2] Afkhami, M. Kamali, M., & Shokohraveh, N. (2010). The effect of ICT on education process from the perspective of students in Yazd University. Iranian Journal of Health, 11, 1, 44-51.
[3] Arizi, H. Abedi, H., & Ahmadi, H. (2013). Meta-analysis of the effect of psychological interventions on anxiety level. Journal of School Psychology, 2, 1, 99-118.
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[5] Daizadeh, H., Hossienzadeh, B., & Qaznavi, M. (2010). A review of the academic performance of secondary school students and the effect of ICT. Iranian Journal of Educational Leadership and Management, 4, 4.