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Youth Unemployment: Bridging the Gap between Potential and Opportunity for Sustainable Progress

Mayadhar Sethy · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

Introduction: Youth unemployment in India remains a significant socio-economic challenge, exacerbating social disintegration and undermining national stability. This paper explores the factors contributing to high youth unemployment rates in India, including rapid population grow...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i61033

A Conceptional Element of the Relationship between Organizational Innovation and Organizational Performance from the Perspective of Pet Market

I-FENG, LI · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

The purpose of this study aimed to explore the relationship between organizational innovation and organizational performance which has been a critical topic of interest in both academia and practice. Organizational innovation encompasses product, process, technological, and manag...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i61030

Factors Influencing Mobile Banking Adoption among Rural Areas: A Study of Kurunegala District, Sri Lanka

Chamudi Rupasinghe, Chamoda Paranawithana & H.N. Abeywickrama · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

Aims: This study aims to identify the key factors influencing mobile banking adoption among rural populations in Sri Lanka, with special reference to the Kurunegala District. It applies the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), incorporating perceived ease of use, perceived usefulne...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i61032

Strategic Development of Mangrove Ecotourism in Tanjung Rejo Village, Deli Serdang Regency: A SWOT-Based Community-Centered Approach

Ari Syahbana Siregar, Satia Negara Lubis & Suwardi Lubis · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

Mangrove ecotourism offers a sustainable alternative for coastal development by integrating conservation, community participation, and local economic empowerment. This study explores strategic development opportunities for mangrove ecotourism in Tanjung Rejo Village, Deli Serdang...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i51028

Economic Analysis of Tea Production in Taraba State, Nigeria

Yahaya A. T., Oladokun Y.O.M., Oluwafemi, Z.O, Mustopha, F.B., Ojo, M.M. & Benson, C.O · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

The study aims to investigate the yield, costs, and returns of tea production to assess its profitability trends over time. Profit making is one of the key objectives of any market-oriented farm business entity and Tea is one of such cash crops in Nigeria. The study was carried o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i51029

Gender Perspectives and Women Empowerment: A Comparative Analysis of Two Indian States, Kerala and Gujarat

Hyderali. K, Amina Poovancheri & Sandhya KP · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

This paper evaluating a comparative assessment of gender empowerment in two Indian states, Kerala and Gujarat. The empirical verification based on the data provided by the fifth rounds of National Family Health Surveys (NFHS-5, 2021). The analysis concentrated on five fundamental...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i51026

Community Participation in Development Planning in Siantar Martoba, District in Pematangsiantar City, North Sumatra Province, Indonesia: Econometric Questionnaire Case Study

Ari Marjono, Satia Negara Lubis & Suwardi Lubis · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

This study investigates the influence of internal and external factors on community participation in the District-Level Development Planning Forum (Musrenbangcam) in Siantar Martoba, Pematangsiantar, Indonesia. Using a quantitative method with 240 respondents from seven administr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i51027

Energy, Economic Growth and Foreign Direct Investment on Environmental Degradation in South Asian Countries

Perera A.I.S · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

Environmental degradation has become a major concern across South Asia; this study examines the impact of energy consumption, economic growth (GDP), and foreign direct investment (FDI) on environmental degradation measured by CO2 emission in four South Asian countries: Bangladesh...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i51025

Assessment of Modification in Knowledge, Attitude and Practices for Child Abuse Prevention among Anganwadi Workers and Auxiliary Nurse Midwives in Bangalore: A Cohort Study at Ground Level

Yash Saxena & Leher Shrivastava · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

Background: A follow up of cohort study among Anganwadi workers (AWW) and auxiliary nurse midwives (ANM) working at the grassroot and ground level in Indian villages and town. They are closely connected to families living in the community they work. Child abuse of various forms a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i51024

Street Vendors in Jammu District of Jammu and Kashmir Region: An Econometric Questionnaire Based Case Study

Maheshwari Sharma & Virender Koundal · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

Street vending forms a vital part of the informal economy, contributing significantly to livelihoods, particularly in urban and semi-urban areas. This study investigates the factors determining the profits of street vendors in the Jammu district of Jammu and Kashmir. Drawing on a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i51023

Environmentalism of the Poor in the Face of Hydropower Expansion in South Asia

Rawat Sharma Samjhana & Sharma Manan · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

This paper investigates counter-hegemonic strategies by examining the socio-ecological protests of indigenous peoples and other marginalized groups against hydropower development in South Asia, with a focus on decolonizing the impacts of mega infrastructure projects. The paper ex...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i51021

Impacts of Motivation on Teachers’ Performance in Thimphu District, Bhutan

Tshering, Sonam Jigme & Namgay Tshering · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

Teachers’ motivation is the biggest driver of organisational performance. Teachers are essential to the prosperity, productivity and performance of the students.  Motivation is the key to creating an environment where optimal performance is possible. This study investigates the i...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i51022

Oil Price Fluctuations, Institutional Quality and Wellbeing in the Context of Oil-producing Nations

Marcus Samuel Nnamdi, Nwosu Chinedu Anthony & Obiukwu Nwanyioma Jessica · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

Improving people’s well-being has taken center stage in public policy discourse and forms an essential ingredient in assessing the level of economic development of nations. Contextually, well-being encompasses having a good life, freedom of choice, health, good social relations,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i51020

The Nexus between Dialogical Communication and Transformational Leadership in Tanzania's Higher Learning Institutions: The Relevance of Martin Buber's Theory of Dialogue

David Haruna Mrisho · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

Effective leadership plays a critical role in facilitating academic excellence, organizational innovation, and holistic student development in Tanzania's higher learning institutions. However, despite the theoretical importance and practical relevance of both transformational lea...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i51019

The Northeast and India's Look East Policy: A Critical Analysis of Driven Development Model and Challenges

MANJUL MISHRA · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

India's Look East Policy (LEP) has garnered significant attention in recent years, particularly in the context of its engagement with the Northeast region. This paper critically examines the potency of the LEP in driving development in the Northeast, focusing on the challenges an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i51018