Kerala
From Myth to Performance: An Anthropological Study of Cultural Transmission and Sacred Expression in Poothan and Thira of Kerala
By: RAHUL NR, BANITA BEHERA – This study examines how Poothan Thira supports Kerala’s cultural and spiritual continuity. It analyses how the performance conveys complex mythological and moral narratives, and how it adapts to modern social issues to remain relevant. Poothan Thira serves as a dynamic medium that upholds moral consciousness, cultural pride, and collective…
Kudumbashree: A Story of Economic Empowerment of Women in Kerala
By: PREETHI P.B. CHANDRAN – Kudumbashree is basically a women’s organization. It was born in the special developmental and political context of the state of Kerala. The mission aims to eradicate extreme poverty within 10 years under the leadership of the local self-government bodies established under the 73rd and 74th Amendments of the Constitution of…
Digital Financial Capability of Cashew Workers as Part of Financial Inclusion Evidence from Kerala
By: BENNY C., UMAPRABHA S. – The essay makes a judgment on the digital financial capabilities of cashew workers who are paid on a per-product basis. Digital financial services gained from financial inclusion. The capacity to conduct digital financial transactions is important for the growth of emerging economies. The digital economy is rapidly becoming the…
The Origins of Collegiate Education in Kerala and the Dynamics of Community Power Balance
By: VISHNU K.M. NAMBOODIRI – This paper examines the origin of collegiate education in Kerala, India. More specifically, it looks at local conditions that aided the development of collegiate education. The term “Kerala” refers to the south Indian region that includes the modern state as well as historical entities such as the Kingdom of Travancore,…
Menstrual Hygiene Management: A study of Socio-cultural practices and Implications of the Intervention programme in Kerala, India
adolescent girls, India, Kerala, Menstrual cups, Menstrual hygiene and Sanitary napkins, Menstruation, WASHBy: SANGHAMITHRA E.P., ABHIRAMI A.S., OINAM HEMLATA DEVI – Menstruation is an important life event for every female member of society. The major population overlooks its significance for reproductive health. Simultaneously, there is a wide variation in the knowledge, awareness and practice signalling various social factors responsible for it. Many studies addressed the question of…
Role of Mobile technology in assisting decentralization process among Paniya tribes in Wayanad, Kerala
By: A.V. SHIJINA – There has been much discussion amongst academics about the potential of using technology to facilitate greater interaction between the state and its citizens. Associated with the welfare of tribal community government of India has initiated various plans targeted at the uplift of the tribes to the fore front of the society.…