Humanities and languages
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Changing Family Structures and Language Preferences in Urban India
This paper examines the changing family structures and language preferences in urban India. With urbanization, Indian family life is transforming significantly, with changes in living arrangements, family roles, and cultural practices. These changes are also evident…
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Yoga as a Tool for Psychological Well-being Across Different Language Groups
This study investigates the efficacy of yoga as a globally applicable intervention to enhance psychological well-being with its impact across language groups. As stress disorders are highly prevalent and culturally diverse in world populations, it is…
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Dravidian Languages and their Influence on Regional Identity in South India
The Dravidian languages, which form a linguistic family spoken mainly in South India, are pivotal to the construction of the regional identity of the southern Indian states. The languages included in the Dravidian family, including Tamil,…
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Teaching History Through Local Languages: A Pedagogical Approach
Teaching history through the vehicle of local languages is crucial for the maintenance of cultural heritage and the promotion of inclusive education. This manuscript reviews the pedagogical methods employed in teaching history through local languages in…
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Impact of Hindi-Urdu Bilingualism on Cultural Identity in Northern India
This study investigates the role of Hindi–Urdu bilingualism in cultural identity in Northern India. Bilingualism in these two closely related languages, with common historical, literary, and sociopolitical nuances, not only influences communication and cognition patterns but…
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Revival of Sanskrit in Modern Education: A Comparative Study with Tamil
This research investigates the revival of Sanskrit in contemporary educational environments in India, comparing its evolution and challenges with those of Tamil—a very old language with a rich literary and cultural heritage. Historical foundations, contemporary trends,…
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Role of Yoga in Enhancing Focus Among Students from Diverse Linguistic Backgrounds
This research examines the efficacy of yoga as an intervention to improve focus in linguistically diverse student populations. As the multicultural nature of the modern school environment increases, students’ cognitive functioning can be affected by disparities…
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Multilingualism in Indian Parliament: A Study on Debates and Discussions
This study analyzes the impact and nature of multilingualism in the Indian Parliament, focusing on debates and discussion in parliament. Given India’s linguistic diversity, parliamentary debate is conducted in various languages, with a tendency to shape…
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Translating Yogic Texts: Challenges of Multilingual Interpretation
The translation of yogic texts represents an interdisciplinary challenge, merging ancient philosophies with modern linguistics and cultural studies. This study explores the complexities inherent in the translation process of yogic literature, highlighting issues such as semantic…