Articles : Volume-1, Issue-2
ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Thermal Behavior and Chromatographic Evaluation of Clarithromycin
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Aloe vera is a popular herbal medicine and is widely appreciated for its therapeutic potential. It has been studied extensively for bioactive compounds using chromatography and spectroscopy.
It shows antimicrobial, antioxidant, antidiabetic, and anti-inflammatory properties. It also supports metabolism and skin rejuvenation.
Due to its medicinal value, Aloe vera is widely used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food industries.
Keywords: Aloe Vera, Bioactive Compounds, Phenolics, Flavonoids
Keywords: Aloe Vera, Bioactive Compounds, Phenolics, Flavonoids
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Diversity of Edible Insects and Their Host Plants in Eastern Kogi State, Nigeria
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A survey was conducted to determine the distribution of edible insects in relation to host plant species, periods, and methods of collection in the Eastern Senatorial District of Kogi State, Nigeria between 2019 and 2020.
Host plant species significantly influence the distribution of edible insects. Cashew (Anacardium occidentale) had the highest occurrence 73 (17.4%), followed by Black plum (Vitex doniana) 66 (15.7%), Jambolan (Syzygium cumini) 54 (12.9%), Neem (Azadirachta indica) 44 (10.5%), Lannea acida 42 (10.0%), Annona senegalensis 37 (8.8%), and Velvet tamarind (Dialium indum) 12 (2.8%).
Morning collection time showed the highest occurrence due to favorable environmental conditions. Frying was the most common preparation method, followed by roasting, while raw consumption was least preferred.
The study recommends proper collection, processing, and preservation techniques to enhance the utilization of edible insects as a sustainable protein source in the region.
Keywords: Edible insects, Host plants, Biodiversity, Kogi State, Nigeria
Keywords: Edible insects, Host plants, Biodiversity, Kogi State, Nigeria
ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Applying Agenda-Setting Theory to Saudi Media Coverage:
Comparing Terrorist Attacks in Egypt and France
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This research focuses on four notable terrorist acts which happened in Egypt and France in 2015 and 2016. Geographically diverse sources were used, representing Eastern, Western, Southern and Central regions of Saudi Arabia.
Agenda-setting theory assumes that the media are capable of shaping and directing public opinion by focusing on intensive coverage of specific news.
This paper demonstrates that Saudi newspapers over-reported the terrorist attacks in France, while they under-reported the terrorist attacks in Egypt.
The over-reporting and under-reporting of the terrorist attacks authenticate the explanatory influence of Agenda-setting Theory in the Saudi media. That is because they unequivocally show how Saudi newspapers try to remain consistent with the political direction of the Saudi government.
Keywords: Agenda-setting, Egypt, France, Terrorism, Saudi media coverage
Agenda-setting theory assumes that the media are capable of shaping and directing public opinion by focusing on intensive coverage of specific news.
This paper demonstrates that Saudi newspapers over-reported the terrorist attacks in France, while they under-reported the terrorist attacks in Egypt.
The over-reporting and under-reporting of the terrorist attacks authenticate the explanatory influence of Agenda-setting Theory in the Saudi media. That is because they unequivocally show how Saudi newspapers try to remain consistent with the political direction of the Saudi government.
Keywords: Agenda-setting, Egypt, France, Terrorism, Saudi media coverage
ORIGINAL ARTICLE
The Parliamentary System in India: Concepts, Power Sharing,
and Constitutional Framework
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India is considered the second-largest democratic nation in the world and follows a parliamentary system of government. The Parliament consists of two houses: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The term “Lok Sabha” means the House of the People, while “Rajya Sabha” refers to the Council of States.
India adopted the parliamentary form of government through its Constitution. In this system, powers are divided into three lists: Central List, State List, and Concurrent List. Subjects such as defense, railways, currency, and external affairs are included in the Central List, while agriculture, police, and forests are included in the State List. Marriage, divorce, and education fall under the Concurrent List.
The Prime Minister is considered the head of the government, whereas the President of India is regarded as the constitutional head of the nation. Lok Sabha has greater powers compared to Rajya Sabha and directly represents the people.
The Parliament also possesses the power to amend the Constitution through a two-thirds majority in both houses. Additionally, Parliament ensures accountability of the government through mechanisms such as the No Confidence Motion.
Keywords: Parliamentary System, Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, Public Administration, Constitution
India adopted the parliamentary form of government through its Constitution. In this system, powers are divided into three lists: Central List, State List, and Concurrent List. Subjects such as defense, railways, currency, and external affairs are included in the Central List, while agriculture, police, and forests are included in the State List. Marriage, divorce, and education fall under the Concurrent List.
The Prime Minister is considered the head of the government, whereas the President of India is regarded as the constitutional head of the nation. Lok Sabha has greater powers compared to Rajya Sabha and directly represents the people.
The Parliament also possesses the power to amend the Constitution through a two-thirds majority in both houses. Additionally, Parliament ensures accountability of the government through mechanisms such as the No Confidence Motion.
Keywords: Parliamentary System, Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, Public Administration, Constitution
ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Embodied Resistance: Dalit Womanhood in
Baby Kamble’s The Prisons We Broke
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The present study explores the representation of the Dalit woman’s body as a dynamic and subversive site of protest in Baby Kamble’s The Prisons We Broke (2008), an autobiographical narrative that articulates both personal and collective histories of oppression.
Grounded in the frameworks of Dalit feminism, intersectionality, and body politics, the study examines how Kamble reclaims the Dalit woman’s corporeality from its historical positioning as impure, subhuman, and socially disposable.
The narrative dismantles Brahmanical constructs of purity and pollution that have long disciplined the Dalit body and rendered it a locus of social stigma and moral surveillance.
Through Kamble’s narration of hunger, labour, childbirth, and communal struggle, the body becomes more than a site of suffering — it emerges as a vessel of memory, identity, and resistance.
The paper argues that Kamble transforms the female Dalit body into a medium of political communication that speaks against centuries of casteist and patriarchal silencing.
By connecting Kamble’s narrative to present-day discourses on gendered violence, caste discrimination, and Dalit feminist movements, the study highlights the continuing relevance of her work in contemporary society.
Keywords: Body, Dalit, Stigma, Resistance, Politics, Feminist Consciousness
Grounded in the frameworks of Dalit feminism, intersectionality, and body politics, the study examines how Kamble reclaims the Dalit woman’s corporeality from its historical positioning as impure, subhuman, and socially disposable.
The narrative dismantles Brahmanical constructs of purity and pollution that have long disciplined the Dalit body and rendered it a locus of social stigma and moral surveillance.
Through Kamble’s narration of hunger, labour, childbirth, and communal struggle, the body becomes more than a site of suffering — it emerges as a vessel of memory, identity, and resistance.
The paper argues that Kamble transforms the female Dalit body into a medium of political communication that speaks against centuries of casteist and patriarchal silencing.
By connecting Kamble’s narrative to present-day discourses on gendered violence, caste discrimination, and Dalit feminist movements, the study highlights the continuing relevance of her work in contemporary society.
Keywords: Body, Dalit, Stigma, Resistance, Politics, Feminist Consciousness
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Advances in Facial Image Detection, Recognition and Segmentation using AI Techniques
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Facial image analysis has become a significant component of artificial intelligence (AI) and computer vision, as itis
applied in various fields such as biometric security, surveillance, healthcare, human-computer interaction, and safety
measures. Recent advancements in deep learning have enhanced the accuracy, robustness, and efficiency of facial image
detection, recognition, and segmentation. This research examines and elucidates the most recent AI techniques employed in
facial image processing, with an emphasis on the leading systems currently available for face detection, facial recognition,and
the dissection of facial features. Face detection technologies, including Multi-task Cascaded Convolutional Networks
(MTCNN) and novel object detection frameworks, are capable of locating and aligning faces despite variations in lighting,
angles, or obstructions covering parts of the face. Facial recognition leverages deep Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs),
particularly ResNet and similar architectures, which excel at identifying distinctive facial characteristics for accurate person
identification. Furthermore, sophisticated segmentation models such as U-Net, UNet++, and DeepLabV3+ facilitate the
breakdown of faces into intricate components, including eyes, nose, lips, skin, and hair. The integration of these AI
methodologies has led to the development of comprehensive facial analysis systems capable of performing multiple tasks
within a single framework. Despite significant advancements, challenges remain regarding the computationalpower required,
thesafeguardingof personal data,biasesagainstvarious demographicgroups,andtheapplicationofthesesystems inreal-time under
unpredictable conditions. The study discusses the latest advancements, highlights the existing challenges, and proposes future
research directions aimed at enhancing the scalability, interpretability, fairness, and efficiency of these AI systems.
Keywords: CNN, MTCNN, ResNet, UNet++, DeepLabV3+
Keywords: CNN, MTCNN, ResNet, UNet++, DeepLabV3+