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South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics

Published by SCIENCEDOMAIN international · ISSN (electronic) 2581-821X

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Women’s Entrepreneurship in Ondo State, Nigeria: Challenges and Opportunities Amid Inflation

Patience Edoeje Daniel, John Olatunji Alabi & Egbunu Audu Dangana · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

This study assesses the entrepreneurial challenges and opportunities influencing the economic independence of women in Ondo State, Nigeria, within the current inflationary economy. Amidst rising inflation and economic instability, women entrepreneurs face significant constraints...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i71094

The Mediating Role of Perceived Public Service Quality in the Influence of Sectoral Budget Allocations on Human Development Index in Langkat Regency, Indonesia

Mario Chandra Sitanggang, Suwardi Lubis & Nurdin Sulistiyono · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

This study examines how perceived public service quality mediates the influence of sectoral budget allocations—specifically in education, health, and infrastructure—on the Human Development Index (HDI) in Langkat Regency, North Sumatra, Indonesia. Despite steady increases in budg...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i71092

Impact of District Road Rehabilitation on Vehicle Operating Costs and Accessibility in Garoga District, North Tapanuli Regency, Indonesia

Robby Vernando Nainggolan, M. Ridwan Anas, Nurdin Sulistiyono & Charloq · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

This study investigates the effects of district road rehabilitation on vehicle operating costs (VOC) and accessibility in Garoga Subdistrict, North Tapanuli Regency, Indonesia—a region facing critical rural transport challenges. Guided by a positivist research philosophy and empl...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i71093

Social Agencies and Social Structure: The Challenges to a Quality of Life among International Migrant

Tailana Pinheiro, Milene Zanella Capitanio, Gabrielly Dalagasperina, Laura Salvatori Michels, Eduarda Caroline Ceriolli Martinello & Junir Antônio Lutinski · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

International immigration is a multidimensional phenomenon, with its causes reflecting political, economic, and cultural contexts, often related to forced displacement. This study was conducted through a narrative review based on the analysis of materials discussing the living co...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i71091

The Effect of Competence and Integrity on the Ability to Detect Fraud with Professional Skepticism as an Intervening Variable

Muhamad Wisnu Kusuma Wiguna & Yudha Aryo Sudibyo · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

Auditors play a vital role in ensuring that financial statements comply with established standards and are free from material misstatements, whether caused by error or fraud. In the era of globalization, increasing complexity in business operations has led to more sophisticated f...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i71089

Evaluating Consumer Awareness and Perception of Goods and Services Tax in Belagavi City, India: A Quantitative Case Study

Nagaraj Talawar & Sachindra G R · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) was introduced in India with the goal of simplifying the indirect tax system, ensuring uniformity among states, increasing transparency, and promoting ease of doing business. Having these objects, consumer awareness and perception towards GST rema...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i71090

Analysing the Role of Mobile Financial Services (MFS) in Financial Inclusion: A Data-driven Exploration of CDIP’s Journey

Nujhat Tabassum Safa, S. Nabila & Amit Kumar Roy · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

Aims: This study explores how mobile financial services (MFS) have developed and impacted the work of the Centre for Development Innovation and Practices (CDIP), a mid-sized Bangladesh NGO-MFI. CDIP has worked for financial inclusion and social development through microfinance si...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i71088

Strategic Planning of Vegetable Horticulture-Based Food Security to Enhance Local Economic Growth and Regional Development in Deli Serdang, Indonesia

Iana Konpentina, Satia Negara Lubis & Sinar Indra Kesuma · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

The increasing demand for horticultural produce and the strategic role of agriculture in regional development necessitate more integrated and spatially informed planning in agrarian regions like Indonesia. Despite favorable agroecological conditions, Deli Serdang Regency has not...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i71086

Vigan's Living Heritage: A Brown-green Path to Sustainable Community and Conservation

John Drexchele G. Abad · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

The environmental impact stemming from increased foot traffic, overcrowding, and over-tourism presents significant challenges, thereby impeding Vigan City's full realization as a sustainable urban center. It is emphasized that the fundamental structural characteristics of the ind...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i71087

Stock Market Development and Economic Growth in West Africa: An Econometric Study

Ugbaja, Okafor Chukwu · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

West Africa presents an unique laboratory for examining stock market-growth dynamics. The theoretical foundation for stock market influence on growth operates through several channels (Begum et al., 2025).  Despite their potential, the markets face significant challenges includin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i71084