International Journal of Research in Social Science and Humanities (IJRSS) ISSN:2582-6220, DOI: 10.47505/IJRSS

Determinants of Livelihood Diversification in PHEK District of Nagaland, India

Kevikuonuo Sachu, T. Zarenthung Ezung — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Nagaland is a state without any major industry, which has resulted in the people's dependence on the government, seeking government jobs. As a result, the need for survival and maintaining the standard of living has forced the household to diversify their livelihood activities by adopting multiple jobs. Numerous factors determine the ability of a household to diversify its livelihood. In this study, data was collected from 170 households. The Simpson Diversity Index is applied to measure diversity, and the censored Tobit model is used to analyze the determinants of livelihood diversification. The study found that both non-farm and farm have a high diversity level and that many households do not diversify their livelihood activities. The result also shows that education has a negative significant impact on the household’s decision to diversify their livelihood activities.

Generation Z Voter Behavior

Muhtar Wahyudi, Bonaventura Ngarawula, Budhy Prianto — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

This article reveals the political behavior of Generation Z in the city of Surabaya ahead of the Regional Head Election which elects the 2024 Mayor and Deputy Mayor which will be held in October 2024. The political behavior that is the focus of the study is Generation Z's decision to use their right to vote or not to use their right to vote. Generation Z's voting behavior is categorized based on rational voters, traditional voters and critical voters. The research approach uses a qualitative approach, with a naturalistic or field research method. Data was obtained from informants who were divided into two categories, namely generation Z informants who had decided to use their right to vote, and informants from generation Z who had decided not to use their right to vote. The differentiation of informants is intended to explore factors supporting participation and factors inhibiting participation. An important research result is that in general the voting behavior of generation Z in the city of Surabaya is rational voters. This dissertation's in-depth focus is on Supporting Factors which can be differentiated from a Sociological perspective and a Psychological perspective. The Sociological perspective refers to the findings of how informants interact with their social environment, while the Psychological perspective refers to how psychological symptoms occur in generation Z. Inhibiting factors are also seen from a Sociological and Psychological perspective. Sociological factors that support generation Z's participation in the Surabaya Mayoral Election include: the role of the Surabaya KPU, the role of the Surabaya City Bawaslu, the Surabaya city government, peer groups, and the role of props. Meanwhile, psychological perspectives that support participation include; personal assessment, empathy, positive image, and social atmosphere. Meanwhile, factors inhibiting participation from a sociological perspective found; distance between domiciles, family factors, hoaxes or fake news. Psychological inhibiting factors include; disappointment with circumstances, and alienation.

Metri Deso (Village Cleansing) in the Perspective of Sociology of Education

Lilik, Bonaventura Ngarawula, Dwi Suharnoko — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The Metri Deso tradition or village cleaning is a form of local wisdom that is still preserved in Dusun Blau, Permanu Village, Pakisaji District, Malang Regency. This tradition has historical, religious, and social values ??that reflect the harmony of society in maintaining relationships with God, ancestors, and others. However, its existence faces the challenges of modernization that threaten the preservation of local cultural values. This study aims to examine the role of the Metri Deso tradition in strengthening the values ??of community togetherness and understanding the adaptation of this tradition to changing times. The research method used is qualitative descriptive with a phenomenological approach. Data were obtained through in-depth interviews with traditional leaders, participatory observation during the implementation of the tradition, and analysis of related documents. The analysis process was carried out by data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions to reveal the essence and meaning of this tradition for the Dusun Blau community. The results of the study show that Metri Deso functions as a unifying medium for people across religions and cultures. This tradition consists of three main stages: preparation, holding a joint prayer, and closing with traditional arts. Each stage reflects the values ??of mutual cooperation, gratitude, and respect for ancestors. In the midst of modernization, the people of Dusun Blau are able to maintain this tradition with several modifications that are in accordance with the conditions of the times, such as involving the younger generation in art activities and the use of social media to promote traditions. This study concludes that the Metri Deso tradition is not only a cultural identity, but also an effective social instrument in building community solidarity. Preserving this tradition requires cross-generational support and creative adaptation to remain relevant in facing the challenges of globalization.

A Gender Analysis of Youths’ Aspirations and Resilience in the COVID-19 era in Nigeria

Mary Thamari, Babatunde Ojebuyi, Daniel Doh, Martin Atela — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

This article examined young men and women’s expressions of life aspirations and resilience strategies during covid-era. It further explored how gendering norms and practices of masculinity and femininity play a role in their definitions of success and resilience as they face constraints and opportunities presented by covid-19. The study utilised mixed method research comprising a cross sectional survey and ethnographic methods among 1659 Nigerian youth aged 15 years and to 35 years. The study highlighted the mutually reinforcing influences of a social disruption on youth’s self-understanding and normative gendered practices. Definitions of what constitutes success during a socially disruptive pandemic era and how young people frame aspirations provide a lens to understanding resilience. This study sheds light to how the youths’ experiences of gendering norms of masculinity and femininity create differentiated conditions on one hand and shape resilience on the other. Based on the findings, this article recommends a consideration of multiple adaptive systems for youth resilience in advocacy and programmatic interventions following disruptive conditions. Policies, programmes, and youth-centric structures aimed at strengthening resilience should factor internal and external factors which promote or hinder resilience such as social networks and gendered social norms.

Governance and Public Health Synergies: Lessons from systematic review of road safety research in India

Keerat Pal Kaur — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The rising number of road accidents is one of the most pressing public health and development concern of the present time. Despite various efforts, India reports the world’s highest number of road accident fatalities. This paper employed the Systematic Literature Review technique to analyze existing road safety research in India to draw lessons for effective road safety governance. Three databases—Science Direct, PubMed, and JSTOR were searched and 6,293 articles were screened. A total of 86 articles were included.

Findings revealed that in line with global trends, the majority of the victims of accidents are males, belonging to the economically active age group (18-45 years) and vulnerable road users are the worst affected in India. Driver error, poor road engineering and poor enforcement of laws are the main reasons for accidents. As road safety involves multiple actors and stakeholders, establishment of cohesive multi-sectoral agency is required to strengthen institutional mechanism for road safety efforts. A lead agency with the capacity to develop and coordinate road safety measures supported by accurate and quality data for evidence-based policies and strategies is the most pressing requirement for effective road safety governance.

The Influence of Cash Turnover, Inventory Turnover, and Receivables Turnover on Profitability in Construction Sector Companies Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange

Aleandro Juvon Putra Lodhu, Anggraeni Purwatiningsih, Adi Suprayitno — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The variables receivable turnover and inventory turnover have no effect on company profitability according to previous research, while cash turnover using the construction company sector was the reason for the research. The data sources analyzed in this research use quantitative data in the analysis carried out by researchers using numerical data. This research was obtained with secondary data from the official website of the Indonesian Stock Exchange www.idx.co.id. The population of this research is construction sector manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI). Data obtained from researchers found that there were around 22 companies in the 2021-2023 period. Sampling used a purposive sampling method. Based on the results of research conducted by the researcher, it was found that there was a significant influence on cash turnover, but in the results made by the researcher, it was found that accounts receivable turnover and inventory turnover did not have a significant effect. This is supported the tests carried out by researchers.