ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts

INDIAN CONSTITUTION AND ADIWASI CHILD RIGHT TO HEALTH AND EDUCATION

2025-09-10T11:53:53+00:00

The Indian Constitution guarantees fundamental rights and directive principles that ensure social justice, equality, health, and education for all. However, Adivasi (tribal) children remain one of the most vulnerable groups due to socio-economic disadvantages, poor access to healthcare, and limited educational opportunities. This paper explores the relationship between children’s personal information and nutritional factors, using empirical data to highlight disparities. The study emphasizes the importance of constitutional safeguards and effective policy implementation in ensuring the right to health and education for Adivasi children.

KENYÜ A CUSTOMARY LAW OF ANGAMI TRIBE: REFLECTIONS ON CULTURAL IDENTITY AND PRACTICE IN CONTEMPORARY ANGAMI SOCIETY

2025-09-10T09:28:34+00:00

This article discusses Kenyü of Angami customary law as an institution that influences cultural identity, social behaviour and community mobilisation in the town of Kohima, Nagaland, India. Field work material with a mixed-method design based on semi structured interviews, with 40 under-graduate Angami students in Kohima district are utilized as primary sources while literature from folklore, anthropology and legal studies are referred to explore the flexibility of customary law as a regulatory and cultural institution. The study reveals that Kenyü as reflected in prohibitions and taboos still functions as a moral edifice and an institution of legitimacy in which decision-making is arrived at through commnunity consensus. Although Angami customary law faces hindrance from generational changes, Christianity, globalization, and encounters with state law as guaranteed by Article 371A of the Indian Constitution, it has developed beyond those obstructions by adapting and creating a new culture. Folklore and oral traditions take on paramount importance in passing these values from one generation to another, ensuring the continuity of culture while permitting reevaluation by younger generations in new circumstances. The study has shown that Angami customary law, and its basis on Kenyu, continues to serve as an effective vehicle for participation and conflict resolution in the communities, as a result, remains relevant in the socio-political fabric of Nagaland.

ETHICAL FASHION: A NEW FACTOR MODEL FOR CONSCIOUS CONSUMERISM

2025-09-10T09:50:35+00:00

The fashion sector is under increased criticism over its social and ecological ramifications, as customers demand more accountability in production and procurement. This article examines the intricacies of sustainable consumption within the fashion industry, specifically highlighting the impact of overseas processing methods in developing areas where worker requirements and ecological laws are frequently undermined. We conduct a thorough analysis of prior research and commercial data to investigate client views, motives, and obstacles encountered in endorsing environmentally friendly clothing. We offer a novel factor model that reveals essential drivers influencing customer readiness to spend for ethically made clothes, including transparency, price sensitivity, brand trust, and social responsibility. The model seeks to offer recommendations for companies and governments to enhance ethical involvement in the fashion industry by analyzing these aspects. This research enhances the comprehension of conscious purchasing, providing a framework for a more sustainable and accountable fashion environment.

EVENT MANAGEMENT IN PUNE: CONTRIBUTIONS TO ART, CREATIVITY AND OPPORTUNITIES

2025-09-10T10:51:03+00:00

Event management in Pune has evolved beyond logistics into a cultural and creative industry that drives artistic innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity. Pune, known as the “Cultural Capital of Maharashtra,” demonstrates how events such as Ganeshotsav, Dhol-Tasha performances, Atharvashirsha chanting, and eco-friendly initiatives contribute to India’s festival economy. Event managers in Pune are at the forefront of adopting shadu clay idols, artificial immersion tanks, floral waste recycling, and awareness campaigns to promote sustainability. Moreover, the industry creates significant opportunities for youth and women entrepreneurs, positioning Pune as a hub of cultural entrepreneurship. This paper explores the contribution of event management in Pune to art, creativity and empowerment.
Event management in Pune not only organizes gatherings but also curates experiences, fosters creativity, and preserves artistic heritage. With dynamic contributions from local event management companies, the city has become a hub of innovation in art, design, and cultural entrepreneurship. This article highlights Pune’s role in promoting creativity, youth engagement, and India’s cultural legacy while showcasing opportunities provided by event management professionals.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION CHALLENGES ARISING FROM KNOWLEDGE HIDING IN PRE-SERVICE STUDENT TEACHERS

2025-09-10T07:21:54+00:00

Knowledge sharing is a crucial aspect of an educational organization. It assists in the growth and development of an institution as a whole. But recently, the topic of knowledge hiding, where people suppress information or expertise, has emerged. Knowledge hiding in education, specifically among pre-service teachers, has serious implications for student learning as well as professional growth. This article examines the prevalence and predictors of knowledge hiding behavior among Pre-Service student teachers and its impact on the quality of interpersonal interactions among peers, mentors, and students in teacher education program. Data collection uses survey method with questionnaire as instrument, and sample was Pre-Service student teachers in teacher educations programs. Knowledge hiding behavior are not rare among Pre-Service student teachers, with competition, fear of judgement, and lack of trust being among the reasons why they choose to withhold information. The present study points out that knowledge hiding can impede effective communication and cooperation among student teachers, jeopardizing their learning experience and professional development. The research supports the teacher education institutions to combat knowledge hiding behavior and encourage an open collaboration and knowledge sharing culture. 173 Pre-Service student teachers were sampled. Questionnaire was designed which was again transformed into google form and then distributed to various education institutions of north India. Level of knowledge hiding behaviour was calculated based on responses. If the causes of knowledge hiding behavior are known, then intervention is possible to promote an open and cooperative learning culture.

AWARENESS OF VARIOUS WEB PORTALS AMONG LIBRARIANS WORKING IN THE CBSE SCHOOLS OF MAHARASHTRA

2025-09-09T11:53:54+00:00

The digital revolution in the education sector has altered the role of school librarians to be more than bookkeepers but facilitators of digital literacy and information fluency. In the CBSE school curriculum of Maharashtra, librarians are supposed to play an active role in intertwining different pedagogical web portals, i.e., the National Digital Library (NDL), e-PG Pathshala, DIKSHA, and SWAYAM, into the teaching-learning process. Nonetheless, the level of this portal awareness and usage is not clear. The given study explores the level of awareness of the digital portals among the librarians in the CBSE schools of Maharashtra and presents the problem of closing the digital divide and providing students with equal access to digital resources. The study arose as the adoption of a descriptive research design, inclusive of a cross-sectional survey of 640 teachers and 320 librarians picked proportionally across the six revenue divisions of Maharashtra. Data collection utilised well-structured research instruments, was analysed using SPSS 18.0, and employed descriptive statistics and inferential tests at a 5 percent significance level. The results of the study indicate that there are essential gaps in their knowledge and usability of important web portals, which may indicate a low level of use of valuable resources in academics and government. This highlights the pressing importance of specific professional development and training on digital literacy among librarians in order to enable them to be instructional collaborators in schools. The research is relevant because it raises awareness among CBSE school librarians in Maharashtra about navigating the digital era and offers suggestions for policy interventions and training models that could enhance the effective use of digital portals. The research contributes to the awareness of librarians of the possibility of improving the outcomes of student learning and developing equitable digital education in the state.

TRENDS AND PATTERNS OF RESEARCH PRODUCTIVITY OF INDIAN SCHOLARS IN INTERNATIONAL LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE JOURNALS: A BIBLIOMETRIC PERSPECTIVE

2025-09-10T08:44:00+00:00

This study examines the trends and patterns of research productivity of Indian scholars in international Library and Information Science (LIS) journals from 1975 to 2023 using bibliometric methods. A dataset of 6,128 publications indexed in Scopus across 71 Q1 and Q2 LIS journals was analysed to assess growth, authorship, collaboration, institutional and state-level contributions, and citation impact. The findings reveal four distinct phases of productivity: minimal and irregular growth until 1990, gradual expansion from 1991 to 2005, transitional growth between 2006 and 2015, and exponential output from 2016 onwards, with the last decade alone contributing over 64% of total publications. Relative Growth Rate (RGR) and Doubling Time (Dt) highlight significant surges in 2012 and 2016, followed by a more stable yet high-output period. State-wise analysis shows Tamil Nadu and Delhi as dominant contributors, while Uttar Pradesh and Punjab demonstrate disproportionately high citation impact. Institutionally, Anna University leads in volume, whereas IIT Delhi and Banaras Hindu University stand out for scholarly influence through high citation averages. Among authors, Vivek Kumar Singh emerges as the most influential, with the highest citation impact despite not being the most prolific. The results underscore that while Indian LIS research has achieved rapid global visibility in recent years, quality and influence remain uneven across regions and institutions. The study offers critical insights for policymakers, institutions, and scholars to strengthen India’s research visibility and align future contributions with international benchmarks.

SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGIES:WASTE TO ENERGY SOLUTIONS

2025-09-09T10:57:06+00:00

By tackling the twin issues of rising waste generation and the demand for sustainable energy sources, waste-to-energy (WtE) technologies provide a revolutionary solution to trash management and energy generation. These creative technologies turn a variety of waste materials—such as industrial byproducts, agricultural residues, and municipal solid trash—into useful energy sources including heat, electricity, and biofuels. Anaerobic digestion, gasification, and incineration are the three main procedures used in WtE. Through high-temperature combustion, waste is greatly reduced in volume and heat is produced for power production. Compared to conventional incineration, gasification provides a cleaner and lower-emission option by partially oxidizing organic materials to create synthetic gas, or syngas. Without oxygen, anaerobic digestion breaks down organic materials to produce power or warmth. Each technique reduces reliance on landfills while simultaneously reducing greenhouse gas emissions by replacing the use of fossil fuels. Beyond just reducing trash, WTE technologies also improve energy security by supplying renewable energy sources and promoting a circular economy through resource recovery. Nonetheless, obstacles like the intricacy of technology and the requirement for efficient garbage sorting continue to be crucial factors for broad adoption. All things considered, WTE technologies are becoming increasingly important in the fight for sustainable development and greener cities as urban areas continue to struggle with waste management difficulties.

EMERGENCE AND ENRICHMENT OF INDIAN ENGLISH FICTION

2025-09-10T06:40:26+00:00

Indian English writing refers to the literature, attempted by Indians in English, whether it is in the form of prose, poetry, drama or fiction. During the infant stage of Indian writing, the main form of writing was poetry. It was followed by other kind of writing, especially drama. Though Fiction was the last to arrive on the Indian English literary scene, later the growth of fiction left behind the most of the other forms. Indian fiction in English, like other branches of Indian English literature, originated and grew up in the inspiration or under the guidance of the British writers. Britannica-Encyclopedia defines the fiction as under: -
“Literature created from the imagination, not presented as fact, though it may be based on a true story or situation. Types of literature in fiction genre include the novel, short story and novella”1
The definition of Fiction according to Cambridge Dictionary: -
“The type of book or story that is written about imaginary characters and events and not based on real people and events”2

KALAMKARI AND PATTACHITRA VISUAL STORYTELLING AS HISTORY

2025-09-09T06:38:09+00:00

This paper treats Kalamkari (Coromandel Coast) and Pattachitra (Odisha, with Bengal’s sung scrolls) as ways of making history visible. These pictures were never mere decoration. In temples, painted cloths stepped in for wooden icons at fixed moments in the ritual year, pinning down what the gods should look like and when they should appear. In village squares, performers unrolled long scrolls and sang the story as they revealed each scene, stitching myth, memory, and moral instruction into a shared timeline. In household workshops, families passed on the craft step by step—scouring and mordanting cloth, grinding pigments, burnishing grounds—so that colors “took,” lines held, and narratives read clearly. Technique and story moved together: the order of making reinforced the order of remembering. Read historically, Kalamkari and Pattachitra are living archives. They standardize sacred images, organize communal time through festivals and performances, and preserve practical knowledge in repeatable routines. The household—often with a gendered division of tasks—served as the archive’s engine, ensuring continuity across generations. Thus, visual storytelling here does not illustrate history from the outside; it does history from within—by fixing forms, pacing time, and keeping collective memory legible on cloth.