Volume 13 | Issue 1 |

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Background: Musculoskeletal disorders are the most prevalent medical conditions affecting musicians. Along with this, anxiety can also affect their performance. Aim: To find out the correlation of musculoskeletal pain intensity and music performance anxiety in semi-professional violinists. Method: A cross-sectional survey study was used. A purposive sample method, composed of 87 semi- professional Violinists between the ages of 10 to 40 years in and around Kerala. The participants were selected according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The study duration was 3 months. The outcome measures used were Musculoskeletal Pain Intensity and Interference Questionnaire for Musicians (MPIIQM)for assessing musculoskeletal pain intensity and interference and Mazzarolla Music Performance Anxiety Scale (M-MPAS) for assessing music performance anxiety. Result: According to this study among 87 Semi-professional violinists, there is prevalence of musculoskeletal pain intensity (74.71%) and music performance anxiety (58.62%) and also, there is no statistically significant correlation between these two variables in semi-professional violinists. Conclusion: From this study we concluded that there is no statistically significant correlation between musculoskeletal pain intensity and music performance anxiety in semi-professional violinists.

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Musculoskeletal pain intensity, Music performance anxiety, Semi-Professional Violinist

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With an emphasis on its usage as a cultural dialogue and historical reflection, this research paper examines the changing function of needlework in modern Indian art. The research looks at how needlework, which was one thought of as a domestic craft, has been reclaimed as a means of resistance and storytelling through the works of Dr. Paula Sengupta and Lavanya Mani. While Mani's textile-based works question the politics of fabric, trade and postcolonial identity, Sengupta's approach, uses Nakshi Kantha embroidery to explore issues of displacement, Partition, and colonial legacies. These artists question historical narratives and reinterpret embroidery as an active medium of socio-political participation by fusing traditional embroidery techniques with modern conceptual frameworks. This paper highlights how embroidery continues to be a dynamic and critical medium fostering dialogue between past and present in India's cultural landscape.

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Contemporary embroidery, Paula Sengupta, Lavanya Mani, needlework, art, craft, socio-political, identity, history, culture, gender, post-colonial, textile, fabric.

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This study uses Self Help Groups (SHGs) to examine the growth of rural women in Sonipat District, Haryana. SHGs have been essential in helping women gain more power, raise their socioeconomic standing, and give them a platform for Entrepreneurship, Skill Development, and Financial Inclusion. The study uses primary data from women in Kharkhoda, Ganaur, and Rai Villages in Sonipat District to examine how the Self-Help Group affects their Income, Health, Education, and decision-making ability. The significance of the improvements is tested using statistical analysis, which includes paired t-tests. According to the results, SHGs have improved rural women's social status and economic independence, greatly changing their lives.

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Self-Help Groups, Rural Women, Socio-Economic Development, Empowerment

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This research paper aims to examine identity dynamics as portrayed in Yashica Dutt's memoir, "Coming Out as Dalit," an intersectional analytical framework. It will delve into the intricate interplay between individuals identifying as Dalit and the multifaceted dimensions of their identity, encompassing gender, socioeconomic class, and religious affiliations. Dutt's work serves as a compelling lens through which to explore the intricate nature of identity and the intricate navigation of social systems. Through a comprehensive analysis of the book this research will illuminate how Dalit identity intersects with various aspects of human life in nuanced ways, shedding light on the complex relationship between experiences of injustice and manifestations of strength. This study will also delve into the implications of embracing intersectional perspectives for the pursuit of social justice and broader societal action. The text consistently emphasizes the critical nature of inclusive methodologies that encompass all individuals and provide a comprehensive examination of the multifaceted dimensions of caste-based discrimination and inequity. Overall this study will emphasize the imperative of considering diverse aspects of identity in the endeavor to establish a fair and impartial society. Such a society should not merely recognize but actively incorporate the intricate & interconnected facets of human life, transcending the constraints imposed by caste.

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Intersectionality, Dalit Identity, Gender, Socioeconomic Class, Social Justice

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"A Study on the Causes for Low Achievement in English Language At +2 Level Students in Warangal District"

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This paper explores the pivotal role of fairs as dynamic platforms for promoting environmental education and awareness. Fairs, with their inclusive and interactive nature, serve as effective mediums to engage diverse audiences in ecological issues. By examining case studies and integrating theoretical frameworks, the paper highlights the potential of fairs to disseminate crucial information, foster hands-on learning experiences, and cultivate a sense of environmental responsibility. The synthesis of educational strategies employed at various fairs offers insights into best practices for enhancing ecological consciousness on a broad scale. As society grapples with pressing environmental challenges, this research underscores the significance of fairs as catalysts for positive environmental behaviour change and sustainable practices. Keywords: Environmental education, Awareness campaigns, Fairgrounds, Sustainable practices.

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Keywords: Environmental education, Awareness campaigns, Fairgrounds, Sustainable practices.

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Social media platforms have prioritized communication as their primary objective, fostering connections and cultivating positive relationships even before the advent of modern technologies. Today, these platforms are critical tool for sharing information and promoting brands, significantly transforming traditional marketing strategies. It provides organizations with a competitive edge by enabling them to showcase their products and services through diverse formats, including blogs, micro-blogs, wikis, social networking sites, photo and video sharing platforms, instant messaging, podcasts, and virtual environments. Among the youth, popular applications such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and WhatsApp have become central to their digital lives. For Generation Z (Gen Z), born approximately between the mid-to-late 1990s and early 2010s, social media is a communication tool and platform for self-expression. And they use these platforms to showcase their individuality, creativity, and personal values, often treating their profiles as extensions of their personalities and make louder social justice issues, raise awareness, and mobilize support for causes such as climate change, racial equality, and mental health too. Beyond personal expression, social media is a powerful catalyst for social change. Given the growing influence of social media, this research aims to explore the consumption practice of selected respondents (Gen Z's) toward social media influencers. And use relevant methodologies to gather insights. By understanding these practices, organizations can better navigate the landscape of social media marketing and enhance their engagement with current and potential customers.

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Social Media, Gen Z, Communications, Social Networks.

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The primary objective of numerous ongoing studies across various domains is to increase energy efficiency, particularly in electric drives, which are central to industrial applications. Static and dynamic models serve as the foundation for induction motor simulation, which enables the investigation of mechanical performance, power consumption, and losses. However, the engine's core losses, which have a major effect on energy efficiency, are not included in popular dynamic models. In addition to the mechanical and copper losses already taken into account in widely used models, this paper offers two ways to incorporate iron losses into the dynamic model of a squirrel-cage induction motor (IM). Iron losses are added to the model equations as an equivalent resistance or to the mechanical equations as a decrease in the equivalent torque. The suggested model is crucial for upcoming studies aimed at enhancing engine energy efficiency. Matlab/Simulink is used to analyze and simulate both approaches, and the results are confirmed experimentally. To determine the best approach for upcoming induction motor applications and research, the performance of these suggested approaches is compared.

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induction motor, MATLAB

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This paper introduces TO-DO ASSIST (Todify), a desktop application designed for task management that integrates a user's to-do list with artificial intelligence. Todify offers a unified platform for organizing personal tasks, utilizing AI for task delegation, and facilitating collaborative efforts to enhance task efficiency. Leveraging to-do list and instant messaging metaphors, the application allows users to initiate, manage, and modify complex tasks executed by agents. The interaction between the user and AI is streamlined through simple operations on to-do items and direct-manipulation chat. The goal is to establish seamless interactions that result in workload reduction, decreased cognitive load, and improved task performance. Unlike other task management applications, Todify not only assists with task organization but also provides creative suggestions for task completion, fostering user creativity. Importantly, the AI suggestions aim to enhance creativity without promoting laziness.

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API, Open AI, TODO

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Nirgundi Taila, a classical Ayurvedic preparation mentioned in the Yogaratnakara, is known for its efficacy in healing Dusta Vrana (non-healing ulcers). To enhance patient compliance with its topical application, the formulation was modified into a Malahara. This study aimed to evaluate the primary analytical properties and antimicrobial effects of the modified Nirgundi Malahara, ensuring its safety and efficacy in promoting ulcer healing. Analytical evaluations confirmed compliance with standard parameters, with pH at 3.88, low total ash content (0.03), absence of acid-insoluble ash, and minimal loss on drying (0.03). In vitro antimicrobial assays revealed that the Malahara exhibited significant activity against Escherichia coli (NCIM 2065) with inhibition zones of 15 mm and 13 mm at 80% and 50% concentrations, respectively, and against Staphylococcus aureus (NCIM 2127) with an inhibition zone of 11 mm at 80% concentration. These findings suggest that the modified Malahara may retain the therapeutic potential of the original Taila and offer a more effective and convenient formulation for managing Dusta Vrana .

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Malahara, Nirgundi Malahara, Analytical study, antimicrobial study

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