{"title":"A STUDY ON PERCEPTION OF UNORGANISED RETAILERS ON GLOBAL RETAILERS IN ANDHRA PRADESH","authors":"A.V.V.S. Prasad, Dr. V. Tulasi Das","doi":"10.36713/epra15809","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra15809","url":null,"abstract":"This research looks at the opinions of unorganized merchants in six districts of Andhra Pradesh state on the effect of major global retail entities. Local, unorganized businesses confront problems as customer preferences shift and internet and contemporary retail forms gain traction. The study aims to understand how these merchants perceive and respond to such shifts, offering insight on the subtle adjustments and methods used in various parts of India. It also intends to provide significant insights by bridging the gap between analysis and the lived realities of unorganized merchants. By elucidating the complex interplay between local and global dynamics, this study hopes to inform and promote inclusive growth and equitable coexistence in the retail context. Factor analysis was used to for the analysis on 1200 responses from the respective districts.\u0000KEY WORDS: Unorganized Retailers, Globalization, Transformation, Foreign Retailors.","PeriodicalId":114964,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD)","volume":"655 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139836891","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"IMPACT OF WOMEN'S POLITICAL PARTICIPATION ON GOOD GOVERNANCE IN NASARAWA STATE (2012-2023)","authors":"Aliyu Muhammad, Masud Ndagi Kabir","doi":"10.36713/epra15769","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra15769","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigates the impact of womens political participation on good governance in Nasarawa State using a case study period between 2012 and 2023. The objectives of the study were; to examine the extent of womens representation in Nasarawa States political institutions, to evaluate the influence and impact of these women in policy making, budgetary allocations, and the implementation of programs that address gender-specific concerns within the state, and to analyze the socio-economic implications of womens political participation. The theoretical framework employed for this study is Kanters Glass-Ceiling Theory (1977). Citing specific literature and empirical studies on womens political participation and governance, and consulting scholarly articles, policy briefs, and reports published in reputable academic journals and accessible databases, the analysis was bolstered with evidence-based findings. Study revealed that in Nasarawa State as in other parts of Nigeria and the world, patriarchy has over the years dominated the political landscape, leading to significant challenges and barriers for women seeking political roles. However, findings suggest that womens political participation in Nasarawa State positively impacts good governance. Increased representation of women in decision-making bodies improved policy-making processes, prioritized gender-sensitive sectors, and enhanced accountability and transparency. The Study therefore advocated for increase in the number of women in political offices in Nasarawa state which could potentially contribute to better governance by reducing corrupt practices and promoting transparency in decision-making processes. \u0000KEYWORDS: Politics, Political participation, Governance, Gender Equality","PeriodicalId":114964,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD)","volume":"118 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139838075","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A STUDY ON PERCEPTION OF UNORGANISED RETAILERS ON GLOBAL RETAILERS IN ANDHRA PRADESH","authors":"A.V.V.S. Prasad, Dr. V. Tulasi Das","doi":"10.36713/epra15809","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra15809","url":null,"abstract":"This research looks at the opinions of unorganized merchants in six districts of Andhra Pradesh state on the effect of major global retail entities. Local, unorganized businesses confront problems as customer preferences shift and internet and contemporary retail forms gain traction. The study aims to understand how these merchants perceive and respond to such shifts, offering insight on the subtle adjustments and methods used in various parts of India. It also intends to provide significant insights by bridging the gap between analysis and the lived realities of unorganized merchants. By elucidating the complex interplay between local and global dynamics, this study hopes to inform and promote inclusive growth and equitable coexistence in the retail context. Factor analysis was used to for the analysis on 1200 responses from the respective districts.\u0000KEY WORDS: Unorganized Retailers, Globalization, Transformation, Foreign Retailors.","PeriodicalId":114964,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD)","volume":"14 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139777153","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON PROFITABILITY ANALYSIS OF SELECTED NATIONALIZED BANKS IN INDIA","authors":"Dr. Shivani Shah","doi":"10.36713/epra15748","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra15748","url":null,"abstract":"The purpose of this study is to investigate the complex relationship between key profitability indicators and the performance of Indias top five nationalised banks according to Nifty PSU Bank Index are - State Bank of India (SBI), Bank of Baroda (BOB), Canara Bank (CB), Punjab National Bank (PNB), and Union Bank of India (UBI). The study is based on secondary data obtained from the Money Control Database of the respective banks. The study covers time duration of five years i.e., from 2018–19 to 2022–2023. Profitability ratios like Return on Equity (RoE), Return on Assets (RoA), Net Interest Margin (NIM), and Net Profit Margin (NPM) are utilized, along with statistical techniques, for analysis. The findings of the study reveal that the State Bank of India (SBI) stands out as a symbol of strength and stability with impressive returns. Union Bank of India (UBI) is still facing difficulties, therefore strengthening its deficiencies, and reducing performance variability would require concentrated effort. As Punjab National Bank (PNB) experiences financial downturns, it is imperative that corrective action be taken quickly. In this context, Bank of Baroda (BOB) exhibits a noteworthy Net Interest Margin (NIM), but Canara Bank (CB) encounters difficulties in this regard.\u0000KEYWORDS: Nationalized Banks, Financial Performance, Profitability Analysis.","PeriodicalId":114964,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD)","volume":"80 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139793992","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON PROFITABILITY ANALYSIS OF SELECTED NATIONALIZED BANKS IN INDIA","authors":"Dr. Shivani Shah","doi":"10.36713/epra15748","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra15748","url":null,"abstract":"The purpose of this study is to investigate the complex relationship between key profitability indicators and the performance of Indias top five nationalised banks according to Nifty PSU Bank Index are - State Bank of India (SBI), Bank of Baroda (BOB), Canara Bank (CB), Punjab National Bank (PNB), and Union Bank of India (UBI). The study is based on secondary data obtained from the Money Control Database of the respective banks. The study covers time duration of five years i.e., from 2018–19 to 2022–2023. Profitability ratios like Return on Equity (RoE), Return on Assets (RoA), Net Interest Margin (NIM), and Net Profit Margin (NPM) are utilized, along with statistical techniques, for analysis. The findings of the study reveal that the State Bank of India (SBI) stands out as a symbol of strength and stability with impressive returns. Union Bank of India (UBI) is still facing difficulties, therefore strengthening its deficiencies, and reducing performance variability would require concentrated effort. As Punjab National Bank (PNB) experiences financial downturns, it is imperative that corrective action be taken quickly. In this context, Bank of Baroda (BOB) exhibits a noteworthy Net Interest Margin (NIM), but Canara Bank (CB) encounters difficulties in this regard.\u0000KEYWORDS: Nationalized Banks, Financial Performance, Profitability Analysis.","PeriodicalId":114964,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD)","volume":"8 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139854088","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"PROXIMATE ANALYSIS OF SPINACH (Spinacia oleracea): NUTRITIONAL AND BUSINESS IMPLICATIONS","authors":"Sudharani P, Kishan K.P.C, Shambhavi Shakhya","doi":"10.36713/epra15662","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra15662","url":null,"abstract":"As the human population is rising, food demands are also surging up that can be met by cultivating wild vegetables, since they are considered low-cost food source among local populations. The current investigation during July 2023 to December 2023 is attempted, to quantitatively evaluate spinach (Spinacia oleracea), that is grown in Tagarapuvalasa, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh; India; for it is proximate composition levels and anti-microbial activity. Proteins, total carbohydrates and lipids were estimated by following Lowry et.al., [1951], Caroll et.al., [1956] and Bligh and Dyer [1959] respectively. The anti-microbial activity of the leaf extracts was determined by using the protocol reported by Shahriar et al. [2018b] and the zone of inhibition (ZOI) towards the microbes was calculated.\u0000From the results of this study, it was found that spinach of the study area is a significant source of macronutrients and micronutrients. Moreover, it also showed the highest anti-bacterial potential as observed in the results of the analysis. Hence, awareness regarding the nutritional and functional properties of these under-utilized leaves may aid towards nutritional and food security in addition to generating novel therapeutic avenues. It may be concluded that, apart from cultivating spinach during the main season, its yield 15 to 30 days early and later main season also may be a more profitable business, not only for a bigger farmer but also to small and marginal farmers. \u0000KEYWORDS: Spinach leaf extract, analysis, Nutrients, Anti-bacterial acitivity, Profit.","PeriodicalId":114964,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD)","volume":"17 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139862226","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"PROXIMATE ANALYSIS OF SPINACH (Spinacia oleracea): NUTRITIONAL AND BUSINESS IMPLICATIONS","authors":"Sudharani P, Kishan K.P.C, Shambhavi Shakhya","doi":"10.36713/epra15662","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra15662","url":null,"abstract":"As the human population is rising, food demands are also surging up that can be met by cultivating wild vegetables, since they are considered low-cost food source among local populations. The current investigation during July 2023 to December 2023 is attempted, to quantitatively evaluate spinach (Spinacia oleracea), that is grown in Tagarapuvalasa, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh; India; for it is proximate composition levels and anti-microbial activity. Proteins, total carbohydrates and lipids were estimated by following Lowry et.al., [1951], Caroll et.al., [1956] and Bligh and Dyer [1959] respectively. The anti-microbial activity of the leaf extracts was determined by using the protocol reported by Shahriar et al. [2018b] and the zone of inhibition (ZOI) towards the microbes was calculated.\u0000From the results of this study, it was found that spinach of the study area is a significant source of macronutrients and micronutrients. Moreover, it also showed the highest anti-bacterial potential as observed in the results of the analysis. Hence, awareness regarding the nutritional and functional properties of these under-utilized leaves may aid towards nutritional and food security in addition to generating novel therapeutic avenues. It may be concluded that, apart from cultivating spinach during the main season, its yield 15 to 30 days early and later main season also may be a more profitable business, not only for a bigger farmer but also to small and marginal farmers. \u0000KEYWORDS: Spinach leaf extract, analysis, Nutrients, Anti-bacterial acitivity, Profit.","PeriodicalId":114964,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD)","volume":"50 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139802398","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"STATUS OF MENTAL HEALTH OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN ALIGARH: PROBLEMS AND PREVENTIONS","authors":"Orusa Karim","doi":"10.36713/epra15686","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra15686","url":null,"abstract":"The secondary school stage is the most important phase of life where students are facing physical, social, mental, family, educational, and personal problems. At this stage, mental health plays a very important role and helps to deal with these types of problems in a very effective way. The Objective of the study is to find the status of mental health of students studying in secondary schools and analyze the obstacles faced by them. The study uses an exploratory research design and purposively selected two schools from Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh district. Total samples of 50 students, out of which 25 were girl and 25 were boy students taken from selective schools. A SDQ questionnaire was formed based on the objective and was distributed among the selected students. The results revealed that more girls than boys report mental health problems. The status of mental health among students at secondary level in Aligarh is not in good condition due to various issues and challenges in terms of misconceptions about mental health, lack of awareness and resources, social, personal, financial, environment and technology-related problems. Mental health problems are common among the senior secondary students in Aligarh. Early detection and effective intervention will result in better development of the futures citizens of our country. Proper orientation and awareness about mental health issues and challenges at the secondary school level will be very helpful for students to cope up with the tense situations and also help in being well-adjusted in family and society.\u0000KEYWORDS: Mental health, Secondary school, Problems, Preventions","PeriodicalId":114964,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD)","volume":"49 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139817432","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"STATUS OF MENTAL HEALTH OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN ALIGARH: PROBLEMS AND PREVENTIONS","authors":"Orusa Karim","doi":"10.36713/epra15686","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra15686","url":null,"abstract":"The secondary school stage is the most important phase of life where students are facing physical, social, mental, family, educational, and personal problems. At this stage, mental health plays a very important role and helps to deal with these types of problems in a very effective way. The Objective of the study is to find the status of mental health of students studying in secondary schools and analyze the obstacles faced by them. The study uses an exploratory research design and purposively selected two schools from Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh district. Total samples of 50 students, out of which 25 were girl and 25 were boy students taken from selective schools. A SDQ questionnaire was formed based on the objective and was distributed among the selected students. The results revealed that more girls than boys report mental health problems. The status of mental health among students at secondary level in Aligarh is not in good condition due to various issues and challenges in terms of misconceptions about mental health, lack of awareness and resources, social, personal, financial, environment and technology-related problems. Mental health problems are common among the senior secondary students in Aligarh. Early detection and effective intervention will result in better development of the futures citizens of our country. Proper orientation and awareness about mental health issues and challenges at the secondary school level will be very helpful for students to cope up with the tense situations and also help in being well-adjusted in family and society.\u0000KEYWORDS: Mental health, Secondary school, Problems, Preventions","PeriodicalId":114964,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD)","volume":"19 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139877422","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"PSYCHOLOGICAL ACCOUNTS FOR THE DIFFICULTIES EXPERIENCED BY INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER","authors":"Eunice Meng Yin Tan","doi":"10.36713/epra15658","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra15658","url":null,"abstract":"Professionals in the field of special education have indicated that individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) learn very differently from individuals who do not have ASD. Past studies have attempted to identify a specific psychological cause for ASD that could explain the learning processes that are associated with ASD. These research studies have concentrated on three theories: theory of mind, weak central coherence and executive function that target the learning processes of ASD. These theories have been written in research papers and attempt to account for the fact that individuals with ASD organise their thought processes differently from typically developing individuals on certain measures.","PeriodicalId":114964,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD)","volume":"102 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140485535","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}