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SOCIOLOGICAL STUDY ON MIGRATION AND ITS IMPACT ON RURAL FAMILY STRUCTURE: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY IN SRIKAKULAM DISTRICT, ANDHRA PRADESH

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One of the prime factors that leads to socio-economic transformation or change of rural India is migration. The movement of families is causing a change in the family structure, gender roles and relations and social networks of the rural area. With reference to Andhra Pradesh, the paper tries to explain, the effect of migration on rural family structure which was empirical sociological research paper. The study conducted in Srikakulam district was the basis of this sociology paper on migration. One hundred respondents from rural families of the district constituted the sample. The study was of descriptive and analytical type and it was based on primary data. Information is secured from the respondents through the technique of personal interview methods. An observation of the area was done with a field visit. Only the members of the family who were residing at home were not the ‘migrants’. Findings indicate most migrants are men rather than women. At least one adult male member of the household migrates outside the village either on a seasonal or on a permanent basis. The seasonal and periodic aspects of a species\' migratory pattern greatly impact their migratory range. Most of the family members are migrating on account of poverty, unemployment and agricultural distress in the village. Because of the seasonal nature of migration, the study area and destinations have not been permanent.
KEYWORDS : Migration, Rural Family Structure, Srikakulam District, Social Change, Remittances, Gender Roles, Rural Sociology, Family Disintegration, Empirical Study, Andhra Pradesh

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REGIONAL IDENTITY AS A CATALYST FOR THE TELANGANA STATEHOOD MOVEMENT

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In the state of Telangana, the party that spearheaded the demand for statehood enjoys massive support and became the heir to the movement and the throne. This, however, also comes with an enormous burden to lift the state from social and economic backwardness and poverty. So far, the TRS (Telangana Rashtra Samiti) has deftly managed the politics, meeting some expectations of the people. However, the state’s politics happens in the context of a weak opposition and a weak civil society which have failed to provide robust opposition. Besides, the politics in the state is characterized by high stakes on symbolic politics. While the TRS government has so far sufficiently met the symbolic and emotional needs of the people, the real burden of raising the standards of living of the people and meeting their concrete expectations depends on going beyond these, and translating the prolific promises made into reality. The Telangana statehood agitation represents a significant chapter in India\'s regional political movements, characterized by a unique coalition of civil society actors and student-led mobilizations. This study explores the critical role played by these groups in shaping the discourse and momentum of the Telangana movement, which culminated in the formation of India\'s 29th state in 2014. Civil society organizations, including NGOs, intellectual groups, and regional advocacy networks, provided ideological direction, policy critique, and grassroots mobilization Their collective efforts challenged established political hierarchies and brought national attention to longstanding grievances related to regional identity, underdevelopment, and perceived injustices. It also reflects on the implications of such mobilizations for democratic participation and regional autonomy in India.
KEYWORDS : Statehood agitation, regional identity, Telangana movement, regional autonomy

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THE FORMATION OF TELANGANA AND ITS ADMINISTRATIVE REORGANIZATION: A CASE STUDY

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The formation of Telangana represents a significant milestone in the political and administrative history of India. The demand for a separate Telangana state emerged from long-standing issues related to regional inequality, lack of balanced development, inadequate political representation, and concerns regarding the distribution of resources within the former united Andhra Pradesh. The movement for Telangana statehood evolved through various phases of political struggle, public protests, student participation, and social mobilization, eventually leading to the creation of Telangana as the 29th state of India on June 2, 2014. This study examines the process of state formation and administrative recognition of Telangana with special reference to the historical background, political developments, constitutional procedures, and governance challenges associated with the creation of the new state. The research focuses on understanding the causes behind the Telangana movement, the role of political parties and social organizations, and the response of the central government in addressing regional aspirations through constitutional mechanisms. The study also analyzes the administrative restructuring that followed state formation, including the establishment of new governmental institutions, allocation of resources, reorganization of public administration, and implementation of welfare and development policies. Special attention is given to the role of administration in ensuring regional development, social justice, and effective governance after the formation of the state. The findings of the study indicate that administrative recognition of Telangana has contributed to greater regional focus in governance, implementation of welfare-oriented policies, and improvement in infrastructural development.
KEYWORDS : formation of Telangana, administrative recognition of Telangana, reorganization of public administration, social organizations

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COLONIAL LEGACY AND POST-INDEPENDENCE DEVELOPMENT IN TELANGANA: A CRITICAL STUDY

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This thesis presents a critical study of the colonial era and the post-independence era in Telangana, examining the socio-political, economic, and cultural transformations that shaped the region across different historical phases. The study focuses on the impact of colonial and feudal structures under the rule of the Hyderabad State and the subsequent changes that emerged after the integration of Telangana into the India following independence. By analyzing historical records, government policies, agrarian relations, educational developments, industrial growth, and social movements, the research aims to evaluate the continuities and discontinuities between the two eras. The colonial period in Telangana was characterized by feudal land systems, economic exploitation, limited access to education, and socio-cultural inequalities under the Nizam administration and indirect British influence. The study critically explores the role of jagirdari and zamindari systems, peasant oppression, and the emergence of resistance movements, particularly the Telangana Peasant Armed Struggle, which challenged oppressive socio-economic structures. It also investigates the influence of colonial administrative practices on regional identity and governance. The post-independence era witnessed significant political and developmental changes, including land reforms, industrialization, urbanization, educational expansion, and democratic governance. However, despite modernization efforts, issues such as regional disparities, unemployment, agrarian distress, and cultural marginalization continued to persist. The thesis further examines the rise of regional consciousness and the movement for separate statehood, culminating in the formation of Telangana in 2014.
KEYWORDS : Government, independence, Telangana.

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A LINGUISTIC ANALYSIS OF DRAVIDIAN AND INDO-ARYAN LANGUAGE FAMILIES IN INDIA

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This paper addresses the theme of the seminar from the perspective of historical linguistics. It introduces the construct of ‘language family ‘and then proceeds to a discussion of contact and the dynamics of linguistic exchange among the main language families of India over several millennia. Some prevalent hypotheses to explain the creation of India as a linguistic area are presented. The ‘substratum view ‘is critically assessed. Evidence from historical linguistics in support of two dominant hypotheses ‘the Aryan migration view ‘and ‘the out-of-India hypothesis’–is presented and briefly assessed. Inconclusion, it is observed that the current understanding in historical linguistics favours the Aryan migration view thought he ‘substratum view’is questionable.
KEYWORDS : Aryan migration; historical linguistics; language family; Out-of-India hypothesis; substratum

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CULTURAL DIVERSITY AND TEAM PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION INSTITUTIONS

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This study explores the implications of government science theory regarding cultural diversity in the context of public administration and multicultural management. Using a theoretical framework that includes organizational theory, policy theory, and collective action theory, this research in-depth understands the role and influence of cultural diversity on various aspects of public administration, including public policy, administration, and interactions between individuals. This article also explores how some public administration entities have successfully integrated multicultural management. The data analysis method involves a triangulation approach, combining qualitative data and interview data analyzed using the N Vivo 12 application. The research results highlight challenges and opportunities in improving multicultural management, with a focus on cultural education, technology, community participation and cultural inclusion. The implications of government science theory in this context strengthen the urgency to address cultural diversity as an important element in modern and multicultural public administration. The recommended that public higher institutions should conduct a training on how to minimize communication barriers by conducting a seminar on ethical diversity will also come in handy to curb the ethical conflict that arises from diversity in ethnicity. After analyzing the previous studies, one can conclude that the cultural diversity plays also a positive and a negative role on team performance. Although the communication is more intense inside the multicultural teams, it hasn’t been demonstrated it is related to work issues. This research could be a starting point for future studies on the relationship between cultural diversity and team performance.
KEYWORDS : Cultural Diversity, Public Administration, team performance, Multicultural Management, Cultural Inclusion.