The Journal of Social Sciences Studies and Research

Strenthening ties for climate action: India's climate diplomacy with Nepal-planing for COP30

Sunil Kushwah1, Ram kumar sharma2 — 2024-11-10

India's developmental prosperity in the last quarter of FY24 saw its GDP grow by 8.2%, reaching ₹47.24 lakh crore, as reported by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation and the National Statistical Office. As expected this economic growth has surged India's carbon emissions, accounting for 6.8% of global CO2 emissions from combustible fuels in 2021, which is 156% higher than in 2000, and have reached 7.06% in 2024. As per India’s commintment in INDCs (Intended Nationally Determined Contributions) in COP21 India is expected to achieve about 40 per cent cumulative electric power installed capacity from non-fossil fuel based energy resources by 2030, with the help of transfer of technology and low cost international finance, including from Green Climate Fund. And against the backdrop of COP21 and COP26 commitments to decarbonize energy by 50% and achieve 500 GW of fossil fuel-free generating capacity by 2030, India has taken a significant step by partnering with Nepal to promote clean energy. During Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's recent visit to Nepal, the two countries signed a 25-year energy trade agreement under which Nepal will export 10,000 MW of electricity to India over the next decade. This collaboration, needs to intensified along with investments in mega hydro projects, that represents a crucial aspect of contemporary climate diplomacy aimed at mitigating the climate emergency. Also this needs to be indicated to the intenational arena speciaclly for the COP30 summit to activate climate fund.

Keywords: India's GDP growth, carbon emissions, COP26, clean energy, Nepal, energy trade agreement, hydropower, climate diplomacy, international finance, including from Green Climate Fund.

Negligence of medical personnel in Nigeria A human right discuss

Okoye Chioma Okeoma — 2024-11-19

Negligence by medical personnel in Nigeria can be seen as a human rights issue, as it violates patients' right to life and health. Such negligence can lead to preventable deaths, suffering, and a loss of dignity, contravening the country's obligation to uphold adequate healthcare standards. This study examined the issue of medical negligence by healthcare personnel in Nigeria, framed within the context of human rights. It explores the definition and various forms of medical negligence, alongside the legal provisions governing healthcare practices in the country. It outlines the framework and human rights implications, emphasizing patients' rights to life and health. Key causes of negligence include inadequate training, poor infrastructure, and lack of accountability. Notable case studies illustrate the impact on victims and public reactions. Challenges such as legal barriers and cultural attitudes complicate redress efforts. The study concludes with recommendations aimed at enhancing medical training, strengthening regulatory frameworks, and improving healthcare infrastructure to uphold human rights in Nigerian healthcare.

Keywords: Negligence, medical personnel, human right, healthcare, legal frameworks

Understanding the Char Areas of Assam: A Review with Special Reference to Barpeta District

Nabanita Deka, Unmilan Kalita — 2024-12-05

The Char areas of Assam, particularly in Barpeta district, represent a complex socio-economic and environmental landscape characterized by persistent challenges such as poverty, low literacy rates, inadequate healthcare, and vulnerability to floods and erosion. These riverine islands, formed by the Brahmaputra River, have historically been a focal point of migration, significantly altering the region’s demographics and socio-political dynamics. This study examines the historical and contemporary factors shaping the Char areas, with a specific focus on migration patterns, socio-economic conditions, demographic changes, and the impact of natural disasters. Drawing from secondary data sources, including government reports, socio-economic surveys, and historical literature, the study explores the interplay of these factors in perpetuating multidimensional poverty and vulnerability among Char dwellers. The paper also reviews government initiatives aimed at addressing these issues, evaluating their effectiveness in improving the living standards and resilience of Char communities. The findings underscore the urgent need for integrated, community-driven development strategies that address systemic inequalities, enhance disaster resilience, and foster sustainable livelihoods.

Keywords: Char areas, migration patterns, socio-economic deprivation, floods and erosion, sustainable development.

Up-grading Organization Ethics: Essential in Leading to Progression of Human Resources and Organizations

Dr. Radhika Kapur — 2024-12-31

The main objective of this research paper is to understand that up-grading organization ethics is essential in leading to progression of human resources and overall structure of the organizations. All the members, belonging to all job positions in the hierarchy of the organizations need to be well-informed in terms of organization ethics. One of the important aspects is, all members need to be well-informed in terms of different types of job duties and responsibilities. Furthermore, one needs to be well-informed in terms of different types of methodologies and procedures. In addition, all the members need to put emphasis on honing skills and abilities. All types of skills and abilities are required to be implemented in a well-organized and satisfactory manner. Furthermore, inculcation of traits of morality, ethics, diligence and conscientiousness is facilitating in doing well in one’s job duties and generating desired outcomes. As a consequence, all members will contribute in leading to up-gradation of motivation and concentration levels towards carrying out all types of job duties and responsibilities in a well-organized and satisfactory manner. In this way, all members will contribute in carrying out all types of job duties and responsibilities in a successful manner. Therefore, it is well-understood, up-grading organization ethics is essential in leading to progression of human resources and organizations. The main concepts that are taken into account in this research paper are, understanding the meaning and significance of organization ethics, measures to be put into practice in leading to up-gradation of organization ethics and advantages of leading to up-gradation of organization ethics.

Keywords: Abilities, Effective, Information, Job Duties, Methodologies, Organizations, Organization Ethics, Well-Informed

Understanding the Roles of Employees in Curbing Impediments

Dr. Radhika Kapur — 2024-12-31

Within all types of organizations, within the course of putting into operation different types of job duties and responsibilities, there are occurrences of impediments in terms of various factors. The different types of impediments are experienced in a major or minor form. These are in terms of job duties, responsibilities, methodologies, procedures, techniques, approaches, unawareness in terms of various factors, and so forth. The employees are required to augment information in terms of different factors, which are facilitating in curbing impediments. These are to be prevented from giving rise to any types of setbacks within the course of putting into operation different types of job duties and responsibilities. One of the important aspects is, one needs to be well-informed in terms of different types of methodologies and procedures. These are referred to the ways of doing well in one’s job duties and generating desired outcomes. Furthermore, employees need to inculcate the traits of morality, ethics, diligence and conscientiousness. As a consequence, one will contribute in carrying out all tasks and activities in a successful manner. Furthermore, these are considered essential in order to achieve desired goals and objectives. Therefore, employees need to contribute in an efficacious manner in curbing impediments. This task can be carried out on one’s own or through obtaining help from other members. The main concepts that are taken into account in this research paper are, measures to be put into operation by employees in curbing impediments, advantages of curbing impediments and curbing impediments leads to progression of employees and organizations.

Keywords: Effective, Employees, Impediments, Job Duties, Methodologies, Organizations, Roles, Up-gradation