Intersections of Faith and Culture: American Journal of Religious and Cultural Studies (2993-2599)
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publication name: Intersections of Faith and Culture: American Journal of Religious and Cultural Studies (2993-2599)
issn: 2993-2599
items: Determination of Maternal Serum Pro-Inflammatory Cytokine Changes in Intrauterine Growth Restriction
items: Study of Tantrik Lokachara in Jagannath Culture
items: Conditions for the Emergency Movement (In the Example of the Fergana Valley)
items: Reflections on the Development of the Press in Khorezm During the Years of Independence
items: The Role of Religious Culture in Strengthening Social Cohesion in Contemporary Society
items: Article Review: Studies of Political Systems and Their Reflections on the Current Situation in Iraq
items: The Snake the Rescuer; The Woman the Avenger: Reversal of Order in Girish Karnad’s Naga-Mandala
items: The Impact of Water Pollutants on the Hydrological Characteristics of the Euphrates River in the City of Nasiriyah
items: INNOVATIVE METHODS OF TEACHING GERMAN TO STUDENTS STUDYING GERMAN AS A SECOND FOREIGN LANGUAGE
items: ANALYSIS OF SOME AUXILIARIES IN THE OʻGʻUZ DIALECT OF THE UZBEK LANGUAGE
items: GENDER PECULIARITIES OF ENGLISH PHRASEOLOGICAL UNITS
items: Musical Traditions of Samarkand in the Early 20th Century
items: Demographic and Sociological Transformations in Iraqi Society After 2003: Kirkuk City as a Model
items: The Role of the Constitutional Judiciary is to Serve as a Guarantee for the Protection of Basic Rights and Freedoms
items: Tourist Attractions in Bukhara and Their Cultural Significance
items: Revisiting Women’s Freedom Struggles in India: A Historical Analysis with Special Reference to Kanaklata Barua of Assam
items: Assessment of the Impact of Political and Economic Factors on Inflation through Multiple Regression Analysis
items: Swami Vivekanand’s Concept of ‘Spiritual Nationalism’: An Inquiry
items: Echoes of Devotion: A Living Heritage of Historic Sri Sri Ganesh Temple in Abhayapuri, Assam: A Cultural, Literary, and Historical Study
items: British Raj in Assam and the Politics of Linguistic Nationalism: An Overview on Growth and Maturation
items: Significance of Vivekananda's Practical Vedanta: Today and Tomorrow
items: Traditional Socio-Political Structure & Institutions for Self-Governance of Paudi Bhuyan Tribe: An Ethnographic Study
items: Beliefs and Festivals of Oraon: A Folkloristic Study
items: The Socio-Political Environment of Abu Hanifa's Time and the Role of Imam Azam in It
items: Silence of God in Suffering: A Theological Reflection on Judges 6:13 and the Book of Job in the Face of Biblical Theology
items: Longing for the Past: Nostalgic Elements in Kamala Das's Selected Poetry
items: The Development of the Jadid Movement in Turkestan and the Role of Ishaqkhan Tora Ibrat in it
items: Growth of Vaisnavism and Christianity in the Duar Areas of Lakhimpur
items: The activities of educational centers in the Fergana region, 1991-2021
items: Psychological Observation of Anxiety, Job Satisfaction, and Future Career Perspective among Trainee Teachers: A Study in Teacher Training Institutions of Nadia District, West Bengal

Determination of Maternal Serum Pro-Inflammatory Cytokine Changes in Intrauterine Growth Restriction
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description: Background: Some fetuses were intrinsically small, registering below 10th percentile in weight for their gestational age, in accordance with their genetic growth potential. They were not growth-restricted & can be precisely characterized as small for gestational age fetuses. Factors leading to fetal growth restriction primarily encompass issues inherent to fetal-placental-maternal unit, fetal undernutrition, & intrauterine spatial constraints that hinder fetal development. Fetal growth restriction was a fetal disorder that could result in significant short-term & long-term challenges, without IUGR adversely impacting quality of life. Aim: The study was to ascertain alterations in maternal serum pro-inflammatory cytokines in cases with intrauterine growth restriction. Methods: This case-control study was performed in Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology affiliated with AlImamain Alkadhimain Medical City. A total of 54 four cases with intrauterine growth restriction (Group A) & 54 controls from labor room or obstetric ward (Group B) were recruited according to study's selection criteria. Result: No statistically significant differences were seen in age, BMI, gravidity, & parity among analyzed groups based on maternal characteristics. Inflammatory indicators indicated a very significant difference in ESR, Hs CRP, IL-6, & TNF-α across examined groups. Conclusion: Pro-inflammatory cytokines, ESR, hsCRP, IL-6, & TNF-α levels were elevated in cases with IUGR. Consequently, it was evident that a proinflammatory condition was implicated in pathophysiology of IUGR. Further research will enable identification of particular causes of IUGR & mitigation of this inflammation, so potentially preventing onset of IUGR.
subject: Articles
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subject: Maternal
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subject: Cytokine
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subject: Intrauterine Growth Restriction
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creator: Raneen Kamel Merzah
creator: Enas Thamer Mousa
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Intersections of Faith and Culture: American Journal of Religious and Cultural Studies (2993-2599)
date: 2026-01-30
publication date: 2026-01-30
starting page: 15
ending page: 22

Study of Tantrik Lokachara in Jagannath Culture
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description: The article reflects on the Tatntrik Lokachara as prevalent in the worship of Hindu Deities in the Jagannath Culture. The study argues that both the Aryas and the Anaryas follow the various forms of ‘Tantrik’ rituals in performing their pujas. There are three prescribed ways of performing pujas in Hindu Deities, i.e ‘Nigam,’ ‘Agam’and ‘Lokachara’. ‘Nigam’ is considered as very pious form of Hindu Vedic rituals, whereas ‘Agam’ is associated with Tantrik system and Lokachara is the union of both the system. The study analyzes that the mode of upasana or worship of Lord Jagannath is unique and mysterious. The paper unearths that as this Adivasi Deity is purely associated with ‘Sabari Tantra’, the tantrik rituals are closely associated with Jagannath upasana along with karmakanda parampara. This Karmakanda is connected with Agam, which mainly associated with Japa, Tapa and Yagna. Whereas Agam rituals are guided by Jantra, Tantra and Mantra. Hence, Lord Jagannath is considered as the Tantrik Debata. His ‘Ratna Vedi’is on the ‘Sri Yantra’. Apart from that, lord Jagannath is also popularly known as Dakshinakalika due to his Feminine attire. Tantra aims at transforming every action into reality. So, Prabhu Jagannath has a Kriya shakti ‘Bimala’ which is known as ‘Hladini Shati.’ The moving lord is nothing without Shakti. So, Lord Jagannath is considered as Peetheswara and Maa Bimala is Peetheswari. The research reveals that Panchamakara Upasana is one of the Tantric rituals of Lord Jagannath cult. As Odisha was a great ‘Uddiyan Kshetra’ and Shakti Upasana is strongly associated with this, Feminine Shakti commands as much respect as does Lord Vishnu or Lord Shiva. The study highlights that this is the only Kshetra where Lord Jagannath is worshipped as Bhairav who is the union of both Kala and Mahakali Swarupa. Thus, the article by shedding light on the synthesis of Arjya and Anarjya Paramparas in Jagannath cult contributes to the religious and cultural awareness of people for…
subject: Articles
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subject: Koulachara
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subject: Uddiyan Dharma
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subject: Shapta Matruka Upasana
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subject: Panchamakara Upasana
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creator: Henerita Mishra
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date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
starting page: 13
ending page: 14

Conditions for the Emergency Movement (In the Example of the Fergana Valley)
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description: The article discusses the Jadid movement's promotion of public enlightenment, the main goal of the movement, the history of the Jadid movement in the Fergana Valley, Ismailbek Gaspirali, Ishaqkhan Ibrat, Ashurali Zohiri and Saidahmad Siddiqi Ajzi, the fact that Ishaqkhan Ibrat was not limited to the sciences taught by the madrasa, that he independently and diligently read the works of great Eastern scholars during his studies, and that Ishaqkhan Ibrat lived in central European cities such as Istanbul, Sofia, Athens and Rome, as well as in large cities such as Kabul in Afghanistan and Jeddah in Arabia, based on the analysis of primary documents.
subject: Articles
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subject: Turkestan
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subject: Jadid movement
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subject: national intellectuals
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creator: Abdug'aniyev Ma'murjon Muhammadjon o'g'li
creator: Khasanov Bunyod
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date: 2026-01-30
publication date: 2026-01-30
starting page: 8
ending page: 12

Reflections on the Development of the Press in Khorezm During the Years of Independence
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description: Today, information is considered the main driving force of human society. The press serves as the primary carrier and guiding instrument of this force. Indeed, information enters society, takes shape, and becomes embedded in public consciousness precisely through the press. This article presents reflections on the process of development of the press in the Khorezm region during the years of independence.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Press
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subject: fourth estate
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subject: lithography
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creator: Palvanova Tuxtajon Palvanovna
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date: 2026-01-30
publication date: 2026-01-30
starting page: 5
ending page: 7

The Role of Religious Culture in Strengthening Social Cohesion in Contemporary Society
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description: Religious culture has long been recognized as an influential social phenomenon shaping moral values, collective identity, and patterns of social interaction. In contemporary societies characterized by globalization, cultural pluralism, and social transformation, maintaining social cohesion has become an increasingly complex challenge. This article explores the role of religious culture in strengthening social cohesion by examining its moral, cultural, and social functions. Employing a qualitative methodology based on document analysis and comparative literature review, the study analyzes scholarly perspectives on religion as a cultural system contributing to social solidarity, tolerance, and communal integration. The findings demonstrate that religious culture continues to function as a significant source of shared values, ethical norms, and social trust. The article argues that, when interpreted inclusively and integrated within broader cultural frameworks, religious culture can positively contribute to social cohesion without contradicting secular principles. The study concludes by highlighting the need for further empirical research into the interaction between religious culture and social cohesion in diverse societal contexts.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: religious culture
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subject: social cohesion
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subject: moral values
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subject: cultural identity
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subject: tolerance
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subject: society
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creator: Umarova Feruza Roziboyevna
creator: Amirov Avazbek Kamiljon o’g’li
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date: 2026-01-07
publication date: 2026-01-07
starting page: 1
ending page: 4

Article Review: Studies of Political Systems and Their Reflections on the Current Situation in Iraq
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description: It is evident to all the extent of the importance of studies in political systems as an academic specialization, in providing and enriching knowledge for the Iraqi politician, since these studies are derived from reality and are based on a purely academic methodology, documented through rigorous studies and precise scientific findings. What grants the researcher in political affairs an appropriate intellectual framework is the ability to address unresolved issues in history that some attempt to calculate in isolation, without linking them to other related issues. Today, we seek to identify common ground and to avoid being drawn into self-evident assumptions that occupy a wide space in the escalating political conflict, which in turn emerged within the divided Iraqi society after 2003. This represents an imbalance in the balance of power and a sense of suspicion among other components, which the 2005 Constitution attempted to define indirectly. Methodology and historical determinism thus formed an intense cultural conflict between one side and another, and the political arena became engulfed in a fierce, unrelenting struggle. Political currents confronted one another, each according to its size, and political components emerged aligning themselves with their respective currents and blocs, while researchers found it difficult to identify logical alternatives capable of either mobilizing the street or calming its conflicts. Therefore, we do not stand idly by in the face of overlapping arenas, nor do we allow conflicts—even virtual ones on the internet—to persist. We may record the strengths and weaknesses of one component or another. The country became divided into two camps, with each side considering itself to be right. Ideas and cultures slipped into a state of permanent conflict, which became evident in elections where each component stood with its own, excluding others, recording record numbers in the lexicons of the unconscious. Collective reasoning operated in a…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Political systems
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subject: Iraqi politicians
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subject: the current situation
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subject: the Iraqi Constitution
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subject: personalism
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creator: Emad Mohamed Salih Abdulhussein Alassad
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date: 2026-01-07
publication date: 2026-01-07
starting page: 80
ending page: 83

The Snake the Rescuer; The Woman the Avenger: Reversal of Order in Girish Karnad’s Naga-Mandala
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description: Girish Karnad in his plays makes a dire attempt to create a world where the women would have their due of love, desire and sexuality. Walking beyond the strict rules of the society that has ordained sexual pleasures as the rightful claim of men and that which is a shame when it comes to a woman, Karnad creates an equal ground. The woman protagonist Rani attains the fulfilment of her desires without an iota of guilt and without Nature’s intervention. Nature the primordial had ever been one with human instincts and the urge for sexuality being a prime instinct had never been interfered with. It is civilizations’ bias that had worked on the contrary. Here the power game between the different quarters come to the focus and Nature in the Naga and civilization in the husband face the human in Rani making her victorious.
subject: Articles
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subject: Folklore
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subject: Indianness
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subject: Myth
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subject: Nature
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subject: Primordial
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subject: Stories
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creator: Aindrilla Guin
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date: 2025-12-24
publication date: 2025-12-24
starting page: 74
ending page: 79

The Impact of Water Pollutants on the Hydrological Characteristics of the Euphrates River in the City of Nasiriyah
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description: Water Pollution: Water pollution constitutes one of the significant challenges facing urban areas in most countries across the globe. Technological changes and industrialization have resulted in the use of significant amounts of water to support and maintain industrial processes, aside from the amounts used for domestic and agricultural purposes. Consequently, the amounts and types of waste and residue arising from such use have ended up affecting natural sources of water, namely surface and groundwater, upon disposal into such sources without prior treatments. This has resulted in modifications to the quantities and quality attributes associated with water, with consequent environmental influences adversely affecting the use of water for various purposes. The study established the existence of various factors influential in shaping the hydrological property attributes associated with water, symbolized by the geological structure and surfaces, as well as the modification attributed to the influences of environmental elements for potentially increasing the challenge associated with water pollution in the Euphrates River. The study also established the forms and sources associated with such pollutions, alongside the modifications to the various levels and forms associated with the use of water arising from modifications to its hydrological property attributes. The study also explained various important approaches associated with curtailing such levels and forms associated with water pollution and its harmful environmental influences.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Water pollution
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subject: Quantitative and Qualitative Features
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subject: Agricultural Pollution
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subject: Thermal Pollution
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creator: Haider Abdul Mohsen Kazem
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date: 2025-12-25
publication date: 2025-12-25
starting page: 64
ending page: 73

INNOVATIVE METHODS OF TEACHING GERMAN TO STUDENTS STUDYING GERMAN AS A SECOND FOREIGN LANGUAGE
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description: Teaching German as a second foreign language (L3, typically after English as L2) requires approaches that account for learners' existing multilingual competence, potential transfer effects, and distinct motivational profiles. This enhanced article provides a comprehensive review of innovative pedagogical methods, including multilingual contrastive didactics (e.g., Deutsch als Fremdsprache nach Englisch – DaFnE), task-based language teaching (TBLT), content and language integrated learning (CLIL), flipped classroom models, collaborative and project-based learning, and advanced digital integrations such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), artificial intelligence (AI)-driven tools, and gamification. Empirical evidence from recent studies demonstrates improved proficiency, metacognitive awareness, motivation, and intercultural competence. An expanded table details methods, implementation strategies, benefits, challenges, and supporting research. Recommendations emphasize teacher training and hybrid models to optimize outcomes in diverse educational contexts.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: German as L3
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subject: second foreign language
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subject: multilingual didactics
  topic: keywords
subject: DaFnE
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creator: Ilyasov Ibadilla
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date: 2025-12-17
publication date: 2025-12-17
starting page: 46
ending page: 52

ANALYSIS OF SOME AUXILIARIES IN THE OʻGʻUZ DIALECT OF THE UZBEK LANGUAGE
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description: This article discusses the Oguz dialect of the Uzbek language, some of its specific linguistic features, as well as the use and role of auxiliaries in this dialect. It is explained with examples taken from dialectological materials related to the Oguz dialect.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Dialect
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subject: dialect
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subject: Oguz
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subject: assistant
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creator: Nurmanov Furkat Hayitkulovich
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date: 2025-12-17
publication date: 2025-12-17
starting page: 40
ending page: 45

GENDER PECULIARITIES OF ENGLISH PHRASEOLOGICAL UNITS
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description: This study investigates gender peculiarities in English phraseological units (PUs) to reveal how language encodes cultural attitudes, stereotypes, and social hierarchies related to masculinity and femininity. Phraseological units—idioms, fixed expressions, and proverbs—serve as linguistic markers of historically shaped gender concepts. Using cognitive, sociolinguistic, and semantic analysis, the study categorizes gender-marked idioms, examines their conceptual metaphors, and evaluates the extent of gender asymmetry. The findings indicate that male-related idioms predominantly highlight strength, rationality, and authority, whereas female-related idioms emphasize emotionality, beauty, domestic roles, or social dependence. Additionally, the article identifies modern trends toward gender neutrality and inclusive expression in contemporary English. The research concludes that while traditional idioms preserve historical gender biases, current linguistic changes reflect evolving cultural attitudes toward gender equality.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: phraseological units
  topic: keywords
subject: idioms
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subject: expression
  topic: keywords
subject: linguistics
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creator: Ergasheva Ziyoda Abdurasulovna
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date: 2025-12-17
publication date: 2025-12-17
starting page: 36
ending page: 39

Musical Traditions of Samarkand in the Early 20th Century
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description: In this article, the services rendered by the famous Samarkand vocalists, master–disciple Shashmaqom performers Hoji Abdulaziz Abdurasulov and Qori Siroj Yusupov, in Uzbek musical art, as well as their creative research carried out in the field of art, are discussed. All information in the article is written on the basis of historical facts. Musical terminology is also used.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: 20th-century musical art
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subject: Samarkand
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subject: Xaymar
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creator: Irzayeva Marxabo Shaymamatovna
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date: 2025-12-15
publication date: 2025-12-15
starting page: 32
ending page: 35

Demographic and Sociological Transformations in Iraqi Society After 2003: Kirkuk City as a Model
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description: This study addresses the demographic transformations that Iraq has undergone since 2003 and their profound impact on the country’s social, economic, and political structures. Following the U.S. occupation, Iraq experienced significant changes in its population structure due to migration, displacement, high population growth rates, and an increasing proportion of youth. These transformations were accompanied by various challenges, including unemployment, the spread of informal housing (slums), the deterioration of education and healthcare systems, and the weakening of family structures. Additionally, these changes contributed to the destabilization of social security and the rise of sectarian conflicts. The research explores the concept of demographic transformation, the underlying causes of these changes in Iraq, and their impact on social values, family structures, and the labor market. It also examines key indicators of this transformation, such as population pressure, migration, unemployment, and declining fertility rates. The study concludes that Iraq is currently undergoing a critical phase that could potentially allow it to benefit from a “demographic dividend” — provided that balanced population policies are implemented, infrastructure is improved, migration is managed effectively, and the role of demographic and social research institutions is strengthened.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Transformations
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subject: Demographic
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subject: Sociological
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subject: Iraqi Society
  topic: keywords
creator: Thaer Mohammed Ibrahim Al-Jubouri
creator: Sahar Aydin Mohammed
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date: 2025-12-11
publication date: 2025-12-11
starting page: 20
ending page: 31

The Role of the Constitutional Judiciary is to Serve as a Guarantee for the Protection of Basic Rights and Freedoms
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description: The subject of the study deals with the role of the constitutional judiciary as a guarantee for the protection of basic rights and freedoms. The research was divided into two sections. In the first section, we reviewed the function of the constitutional judiciary through monitoring the constitutionality of laws, interpreting the constitution, the legitimacy of the constitutional judiciary, and the foundations of the constitutional judiciary. In the second section, the researcher referred to the constitutional mechanisms that guarantee rights and freedoms by reviewing the oversight of the constitutionality of laws that were entrusted to a judicial body that stands in the way of any violation or transgression of limits issued by public authorities during the exercise of their work. The study concluded that the constitutional texts establish the principles of rights and freedoms, and determine them based on a way that guarantees individuals’ enjoyment of it in the state of law and gives it a constitutional character.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Hassan Nema Karim
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date: 2025-12-11
publication date: 2025-12-11
starting page: 10
ending page: 19

Tourist Attractions in Bukhara and Their Cultural Significance
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description: This article discusses the main tourist attractions of Bukhara, their historical and cultural significance, and their role in the development of tourism today. Bukhara is one of the most ancient cities in Central Asia, and its architectural monuments, madrasas, mosques, and ensembles have their own historical layers. The article discusses the history of the creation of Ark Castle, Poi-Kalon Complex, Lyabi-Hovuz Ensemble, Mir Arab Madrasa, Ulugbek Madrasa, Chor Minor Building, and other important objects, their architectural features, and the spiritual heritage transmitted through them to generations. It also analyzes the importance of these monuments in the understanding of national identity, the preservation of traditional values, and the development of international tourism. The results of the study show that cultural heritage objects are a decisive factor in increasing the tourism potential of Bukhara.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Bukhara
  topic: keywords
subject: tourist attractions
  topic: keywords
subject: cultural heritage
  topic: keywords
creator: Kasimova Feruza
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date: 2025-12-09
publication date: 2025-12-09
starting page: 5
ending page: 9

Revisiting Women’s Freedom Struggles in India: A Historical Analysis with Special Reference to Kanaklata Barua of Assam
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description: The study examine the role of women in the anti-colonial movement, emphasizing the stories of those who emerged as potent agents of resistance by defying societal standards, gender norms, and colonial oppression. Kanaklata Barua of Assam is a powerful representation of young bravery and selflessness among these individuals. This study explores her role in the larger framework of women's nationalist involvement, looking at how her acts subverted patriarchal norms in Assamese society as well as British authority. Narratives about male leaders have long dominated the history of India's liberation struggle, obscuring the achievements of women, especially those who were less well-known and from the countryside (Sharma, 2010, p. 87). In order to give Kanaklata Barua and other female freedom warriors their proper place in the national narrative, the article will explore archival materials, regional histories, and existing scholarship on women's engagement in the liberation movement. The analysis shows that their resistance was intricately linked to the mainstream nationalist movement rather than being on the periphery. The study emphasizes the need to incorporate women's perspectives into India's mainstream historiography through a critical reevaluation of historical narratives, so expanding our understanding of what national resistance entails.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Women
  topic: keywords
subject: Freedom
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subject: Struggles
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subject: India
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subject: Historical
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subject: Kanaklata Barua
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subject: Assam
  topic: keywords
creator: Guptajit Pathak
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date: 2023-10-30
publication date: 2023-10-30
starting page: 70
ending page: 79

Assessment of the Impact of Political and Economic Factors on Inflation through Multiple Regression Analysis
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description: This study evaluates the impact of political and economic factors on inflation using a multiple regression framework applied to panel data from emerging economies over the period 2000–2024. The results reveal that political stability, money supply growth, fiscal balance, exchange-rate volatility, and trade openness are significant determinants of inflation. Political instability is shown to heighten inflationary expectations, weaken monetary credibility, and amplify external vulnerabilities. Economic factors such as excessive monetary expansion and persistent fiscal deficits also exert upward pressure on prices. The findings underscore that effective inflation control requires not only sound macroeconomic policies but also strong institutions, stable governance, and credible policy frameworks.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: political stability
  topic: keywords
creator: Zokirova Durdona Otabek qizi
creator: Mukaddas Abbasovna Umarova
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date: 2025-12-05
publication date: 2025-12-05
starting page: 1
ending page: 4

Swami Vivekanand’s Concept of ‘Spiritual Nationalism’: An Inquiry
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description: Swami Vivekanand was a great sanyasi and bona fide nationalist. He believes that spirituality and religion both are the main theme of India. Spiritual nationalism of Vivekanand is a unique synthesis of India’s cultural heritage, its civilisation and religious philosophy, and modern aspirations. Vivekananda’s nationalism is based not only on political or territorial ground of nationalism but also on spiritual ethos of India for national identity. He opined that real nationalism must be rooted in spirituality, as it is the soul of Indian civilisation. Vivekananda stressed on regeneration of India through the revival of Indian culture, spiritual values, and moral strength. His vision of nationalism was inclusive, transcending caste, creed, and regional divisions, and focused on service to humanity as the highest form of patriotism. He linked the religion with nation-building to create a strong, self-reliant India that could contribute to global economy. His philosophy continues to inspire discourses on national identity, cultural resilience, and the role of spirituality in public life. He emphasised that the strength of India comes from religious and spiritual ideas. He understands that religion is backbone of India’s national life. He opined that national life of Indian citizens should be organised on the basis of religious principles. Vivekananda brought back eternal things of Indian Scriptures like Vedas and Upanishads to build up country’s development and faith in individuals. Vivekananda invoked the masses, worked for physical and moral strength of people and created consciousness among Indians for their country’s pride towards ancient glory and greatness. Thus, he became the eminent architect of modern nationalism in Bharat (India). Vivekananda gave importance to the concept of strength and fearlessness. Vivekananda announced that ‘the essence of my religion is strength’. A nation is made only by its individuals and that is why Vivekananda requested all individua…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Swami Vivekanand
  topic: keywords
subject: Religion
  topic: keywords
subject: Nationalism
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subject: Spiritual Nationalism
  topic: keywords
subject: Culture
  topic: keywords
subject: Civilisation
  topic: keywords
creator: Anju Singh
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date: 2025-11-30
publication date: 2025-11-30
starting page: 35
ending page: 39

Echoes of Devotion: A Living Heritage of Historic Sri Sri Ganesh Temple in Abhayapuri, Assam: A Cultural, Literary, and Historical Study
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description: The historic Sri Sri Ganesh Temple at Lalmati-Duramari of Abhayapuri located in the district of Bongaigaon, Assam stands as a strong symbol of the deep bond between cultural heritage and religious devotion. Although its exact origin is lost in the flow of oral stories, the temple has grown over many generations into an important cultural centre for the communities of the region. This paper looks at the temple through a literary and historical approach, placing it within the wider traditions of Assamese spirituality, social identity, and shared memory. Using oral accounts, observations, and cultural study, the research shows that the temple is not only a place of worship but also a living record of many layers of cultural history. It explores the living architecture of the temple, its rituals, natural surroundings and its importance in passing heritage from one generation to the next. The study concludes that the Sri Sri Ganesh Temple is embellished with tradition and culture, keeping the ancient spiritual practices alive, while remaining closely connected to modern life in Abhayapuri.
subject: Articles
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subject: Assamese heritage
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subject: cultural
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subject: architecture
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subject: religious identity
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subject: oral tradition
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subject: Rath yatra
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creator: Bandana Kalita
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date: 2023-12-30
publication date: 2023-12-30
starting page: 177
ending page: 179

British Raj in Assam and the Politics of Linguistic Nationalism: An Overview on Growth and Maturation
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description: Colonial Assam witnessed the rise of linguistic nationalism as a dominant force developing identity and political mobilization. This study examines maturation process of linguistic nationalism in Assam during the colonial period, centering on how colonial policies shaped language based identity creation and political ambitions. Depending on historical interpretation and examining archival records and literary texts, the paper studies the antagonism between Bengali and Assamese in terms of territorial and cultural contentions. It also emphasizes the missionary engagement, the emergence of middle class, Bengali Assamese linguistic disputes, population diversity and regional programs for education. The conclusions disclose that linguistic nationalism in Assam both a reply to colonial linguistic structure and a push for colonial reorganizations. The study emphasizes the lasting impact of colonial linguistic strategies on Indian nation building and emphasizes the language complexity in the local politics of later post-colonial Assam.
subject: Articles
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subject: British Raj
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subject: Assam
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subject: Bengali
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subject: colonial Assam
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subject: Nation building
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subject: Post-Colonial
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subject: Linguistic Nationalism
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creator: Abu Saleh Md Sirajul Islam Tapadar
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date: 2025-04-30
publication date: 2025-04-30
starting page: 52
ending page: 54

Significance of Vivekananda's Practical Vedanta: Today and Tomorrow
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description: Swami Vivekananda's philosophy of Practical Vedanta represents a revolutionary synthesis of ancient Indian spiritual wisdom and modern pragmatic application. This research examines the contemporary relevance and future implications of Vivekananda's teachings, which bridge the gap between metaphysical speculation and practical life. Through comprehensive analysis of his works and their impact on various domains including education, social reform, interfaith dialogue, and personal development, this study demonstrates how Practical Vedanta offers viable solutions to current global challenges while providing a framework for future human development. The research employs qualitative methodology, drawing from primary sources, scholarly interpretations, and contemporary applications to establish the enduring significance of Vivekananda's philosophical contributions in addressing modern existential, social, and spiritual concerns.
subject: Articles
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subject: Practical Vedanta
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subject: Swami Vivekananda
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subject: Modern Philosophy
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subject: Spirituality
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subject: Social Reform
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subject: Contemporary Relevance
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creator: Kaleswar Barman
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date: 2025-11-21
publication date: 2025-11-21
starting page: 28
ending page: 34

Traditional Socio-Political Structure & Institutions for Self-Governance of Paudi Bhuyan Tribe: An Ethnographic Study
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description: The current paper examines the traditional socio political structure of the Paudi Bhuyan tribe in Odisha. In tribal communities, socio-political institutions are essential for sustaining peace, order, and stability. Various forms of socio-political l structures can still be observed at different levels, including bands, tribes, and chiefdoms. Among the Paudi Bhuyan, these socio-political institutions effectively manage socio-cultural, economic, religious, and local common property resources. The introduction of the Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI) system has led to modifications in the traditional council's dynamics. Over time, the role and status of the village head (Pradhan) have diminished with the election of ward members, sarpanchs and other PRI members. Historically, this socio-political institutions has played a vital role in socializing community members to uphold a dignified existence while ensuring order and peace within their locality.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Sushma Modi
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date: 2025-11-21
publication date: 2025-11-21
starting page: 20
ending page: 27

Beliefs and Festivals of Oraon: A Folkloristic Study
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description: Odisha has 62 distinct tribal groups, making it the largest collection of tribal people in a single state in the country. Each of these tribal groups has its own indigenous customs and continues to practice them even today. It is home to India's ancient civilization and most of it is concentrated around the Eastern Ghat hill ranges in the region of Koraput, Sundargarh and Mayurbhanj. The antiquity of Orissa is endorsed by her ancient people who continue to inhabit their traditional dwelling places in remote areas in the deep forests and hilly interiors. Steeped in the mystery that surrounds their ancient ways, the Odishan tribals continue to be a source of deep interests of scholars from various disciplines.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Sushma Modi
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date: 2025-11-20
publication date: 2025-11-20
starting page: 14
ending page: 19

The Socio-Political Environment of Abu Hanifa's Time and the Role of Imam Azam in It
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description: This article explores the socio-political environment during Abu Hanifa’s lifetime and his stance toward political authority. It highlights his refusal to accept official positions, his respect for the Prophet’s descendants, and his major contributions to Islamic jurisprudence. Abu Hanifa’s legacy continues through the widespread Hanafi school of thought today. In particular, Abu Hanifa was offered the position of seal by Yazid ibn Umar during the Umayyad era and the position of judge in Baghdad by Caliph Abu Ja'far during the Abbasid era, but he declined the offers. The article also highlights the specific aspects of Abu Hanifa's relationship with the judges of that era.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Abu Hanifa
  topic: keywords
subject: politics
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subject: Umayyads
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creator: Sohibjon Ummataliev Hikmatali ugli
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date: 2025-11-19
publication date: 2025-11-19
starting page: 11
ending page: 13

Silence of God in Suffering: A Theological Reflection on Judges 6:13 and the Book of Job in the Face of Biblical Theology
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description: Divine silence in the context of human suffering, drawing primarily from Judges 6:13 and the Book of Job, both texts present profound theological challenges as they depict individuals grappling with the perceived absence of God amidst deep affliction. Gideon's lament “If the Lord is with us, why then has all this happened to us?” echoes Job's prolonged agony and unanswered questions. Rather than providing direct answers, these biblical narratives reveal a theological pattern where silence is not equivalent to divine absence but becomes a medium for testing, transformation, and deeper trust. This study situates these texts within the broader framework of biblical theology, arguing that divine silence serves as a formative experience that shapes faith, exposes the limitations of human understanding, and calls for a resilient, relational trust in God. Furthermore, the article reflects on the contemporary relevance of these themes, particularly in the Nigerian context, where many Christians face ongoing socio-political and economic suffering. It concludes that divine silence, while disorienting, can become a profound space for lament, dialogue, and spiritual growth when viewed through the lens of Scripture.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Silence
  topic: keywords
subject: Suffering
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subject: Theological Reflection
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creator: Ejue, Eneh Theresa
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date: 2025-11-15
publication date: 2025-11-15
starting page: 5
ending page: 10

Longing for the Past: Nostalgic Elements in Kamala Das's Selected Poetry
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description: This research paper examines the pervasive theme of nostalgia in Kamala Das's poetry, focusing on four seminal works: "A Hot Noon in Malabar," "My Grandmother's House," "The Old Playhouse," and "My Mother at Sixty-six." Through close textual analysis, this study explores how Das employs nostalgic elements to articulate themes of loss, displacement, feminine identity, and the inexorable passage of time. The paper argues that nostalgia in Das's work functions not merely as sentimental longing but as a complex literary device that interrogates the relationship between memory, identity, and belonging. Drawing upon theoretical frameworks of nostalgia studies and feminist literary criticism, this research demonstrates how Das's nostalgic discourse reveals deeper anxieties about cultural dislocation, gender roles, and the erosion of traditional familial structures in post-colonial India. The findings suggest that Das's nostalgic poetry serves as both personal catharsis and cultural commentary, offering insights into the broader experience of women navigating modernity while mourning the loss of protective, nurturing spaces of the past.
subject: Articles
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subject: Kamala Das
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subject: nostalgia
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subject: memory
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subject: feminine identity
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subject: post-colonial poetry
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subject: displacement
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creator: Padmalochan Hansda
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date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 140
ending page: 147

The Development of the Jadid Movement in Turkestan and the Role of Ishaqkhan Tora Ibrat in it
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description: This article provides information on the emergence of the Jadid movement, known as a socio-political and educational movement that emerged in Turkestan at the end of the last century, the main goal of the movement, and the role of Is’hoqkhan tora Ibrat, one of the major representatives of the Turkestan Jadid movement, in the development of the Jadid movement.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: New Uzbekistan
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subject: Third Renaissance
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subject: Turkestan
  topic: keywords
creator: Mexrigul Shaxnazarova
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date: 2025-11-08
publication date: 2025-11-08
starting page: 1
ending page: 4

Growth of Vaisnavism and Christianity in the Duar Areas of Lakhimpur
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description: The influences of the larger community on the minor community are indeed a general phenomenon in every society. Only the degree is different in this context. It can depend on the framework of the larger community to extend the influence on other minor communities. Hinduism has influenced the entire Brahmaputra valley from the early times. But the tribes of the Brahmaputra had to follow animism from early times. Some similarities like worship of the river, Sun, moon, animals, etc., of Sanatan Hinduism have been seen in tribal religion, but it may be considered as the direct or indirect influence of Hinduism. In the case of the hill tribes, especially the Nyishi people are quite different. They are independent, and their society has been open from early times. There is no place for class division and the caste system in its social, political, or religious sphere. Although the Nyishi people have followed the Donyi-Polo religion since the early times. All the religious matters were handled by the priest class. There was also seen animal sacrifice in their religion. Verrier Elwin, British-Indian anthropologist, argues about the influences of Hinduism on the indigenous religious faith of the Nyishi,- the same sacrifice, the same colorful festivals, myths, and legends of a rather similar pattern. But there was no cast system and divisions in their society.
subject: Articles
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subject: Animism
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subject: Hinduism
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subject: Donyi-Polo
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subject: Nyishi
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subject: Sanatan
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subject: Duar
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creator: Sumanta Das
creator: Rahul S. Majumdar
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date: 2025-10-31
publication date: 2025-10-31
starting page: 45
ending page: 52

The activities of educational centers in the Fergana region, 1991-2021
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description: The article highlights the formation, stages of development and specific features of the activities of educational centers in the Fergana region during the first thirty years of Uzbekistan's independence (1991-2021). In the early years of independence, socio-political and economic changes, the increased demand for new knowledge and skills among the population and young people led to the emergence of non-state educational institutions, in particular, educational centers.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: training centers
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subject: non-state education sector
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subject: education system
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creator: Nigmatova Sadoqatxon G‘ulomaxmadovna
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date: 2025-10-31
publication date: 2025-10-31
starting page: 40
ending page: 44

Psychological Observation of Anxiety, Job Satisfaction, and Future Career Perspective among Trainee Teachers: A Study in Teacher Training Institutions of Nadia District, West Bengal
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description: The present study investigates the psychological factors influencing trainee teachers and teacher-educators in teacher training institutions of Nadia District, West Bengal, focusing on anxiety, job satisfaction, and future career perspective. The study adopted a descriptive-cum-exploratory research design with a total sample of 300 participants, including 250 trainee teachers and 50 teacher-educators across five teacher training colleges. The research examines the levels and distribution of anxiety and job satisfaction, compares these variables across key categorical groups (gender, role, institution type, and locality), and explores their relationships with future career perspective, controlling for demographic factors. Findings reveal that moderate levels of anxiety are prevalent among trainee teachers, while teacher-educators report comparatively higher job satisfaction (Sharma & Singh, 2019; Patra & Roy, 2021). Gender, role, and institution type significantly influence anxiety and job satisfaction scores, whereas locality and TTC affiliation show mixed effects (Das & Ghosh, 2017; Chatterjee, 2018). Future career perspective is positively associated with job satisfaction and negatively related to anxiety, highlighting the interdependence of psychological well-being and professional outlook (Gupta & Kaur, 2020; Collie, Shapka, & Perry, 2012). The study underscores the importance of psychological support, career counseling, and institutional interventions to enhance the professional preparedness and well-being of future educators in West Bengal.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Anxiety
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subject: Job Satisfaction
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subject: Future Career Perspective
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subject: Trainee Teachers
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subject: Teacher-Educator
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subject: Teacher Training Institutions
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creator: Bipul Chakraborty
creator: Avijit Patra
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date: 2025-10-28
publication date: 2025-10-28
starting page: 19
ending page: 33