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Skylines of Anthropology

Skylines of Anthropology

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Table of Content :-Skylines of Anthropology, Vol:3, Issue:2, Year:2023

Health Status of Tribal Adolescent Girls in Tribal Ashram Schools of Pune District, Maharashtra: A Comprehensive Study

BY :   Chaitali Choudhari, Shantanu Ozarkar and Sanjay Juvekar
Skylines of Anthropology, Year: 2023,  Vol.3 (2),  PP.73-82
Received: 27 June 2023  | Revised: 19 July 2023  | Accepted : 10 August 2023  | Publication: 30 December 2023 
Doi No.: https://doi.org/10.47509/SA.2023.v03i02.01 

In recent years, there has been growing concern about the health and nutritional status of tribal adolescents, especially girls, in ashram schools in India. These tribal communities, living in geographically isolated areas, often face unique challenges in terms of food habits, socio-cultural practices, and access to healthcare.

This comprehensive study aims to assess the health status of tribal adolescent girls in ashram schools in Pune District, Maharashtra. It also focuses on the specific issue of menstrual health and hygiene management among these girls. The study adopts a mixed-method approach, combining quantitative and qualitative data collection methods. Data was collected from six ashram schools in the tribal subplan area of Pune District, with a total of 401 tribal adolescent girls participating in the study. The primary data reveals that a significant majority of the girls belong to a low socio-economic status, with varying health profiles between residential girls and day scholars. The study utilized a semi-structured interview schedule to collect data on health status and menstrual health. The mean age of menarche is recorded at 13.94 years. Additionally, in-depth interviews were conducted with school authorities to gain insights into their perspectives on the challenges faced by tribal adolescent girls in ashram schools. The unanimous agreement on girls’ reluctance to discuss menstrual cycles with teachers emphasizes the societal taboos surrounding menstruation highlighting the need for awareness programs. The findings underscore the importance of targeted interventions, awareness programs, and infrastructure improvements to enhance the overall well-being of this vulnerable population. It emphasizes the need for comprehensive interventions and policy measures to improve the overall health and well-being of tribal adolescents in ashram schools.

Keywords: Health, Tribe, Ashram school, Adolescent, Menstrual health and hygiene, policy.

Chaitali Choudhari, Shantanu Ozarkar & Sanjay Juvekar 2023. Health Status of Tribal Adolescent Girls in Tribal Ashram Schools of Pune District, Maharashtra: A Comprehensive Study. Skylines of Anthropology, 3: 2, pp. 73-82. https://doi.org/10.47509/SA.2023.v03i02.01

The Deity of the ‘Minors’: Sitala Puja in India- the Continuity of the Folk Traditions in Indian Culture

BY :   Sukanya Saha
Skylines of Anthropology, Year: 2023,  Vol.3 (2),  PP.83-98
Received: 30 June 2023  | Revised: 29 July 2023  | Accepted : 20 August 2023  | Publication: 30 December 2023 
Doi No.: https://doi.org/10.47509/SA.2023.v03i02.02 

Sitala has been worshipped as a deity of a significant disease in India that occurs periodically in the Indian sub-continent due to its climactic conditions. A very significant part of the belief system in Hinduism revolves around this deity. Nevertheless, it has yet to acquire any significant place in the representation of Hinduism on a global cultural platform. This paper discusses the ethnohistorical details of this deity in the Hindu culture, along with a detailed description of the depiction. In the last part of this paper, there has been an explanation of the representation of this Goddess as a ‘minor deity’ from a sociological point of view, which has kept the following tradition still enclosed within a small, under-represented community in the society. I have referred to different religious scriptures and books for collecting historical data. To authenticate the validity of the folklore read, I also accessed and enquired about the people still associated with this tradition in North 24 Parganas, West Bengal.

Keywords: Sitala, a minor deity, Hindu culture, smallpox

Sukanya Saha 2023. The Deity of the ‘Minors’: Sitala Puja in India-the Continuity of the Folk Traditions in Indian Culture. Skylines of Anthropology, 3: 2, pp. 83-98. https://doi.org/10.47509/SA.2023.v03i02.02

A Changing Continual Trends in Sumi Naga Village Establishment

BY :   Tovikali Yepthomi Sumi
Skylines of Anthropology, Year: 2023,  Vol.3 (2),  PP.99-110
Received: 19 September 2023  | Revised: 10 October 2023  | Accepted : 02 November 2023  | Publication: 30 December 2023 
Doi No.: https://doi.org/10.47509/SA.2023.v03i02.03 

In every society, villages serve as the basis of human development and progress. Likewise, the Sumi Nagas being one of the major tribe among the Nagas has a unique custom of establishment of villages and its settlement pattern. In the midst of witnessing major changes with regard to cultural practices and traditions among the Naga tribe, the Sumi Nagas continued to witness the custom of village establishment with new ideologies, concepts and purpose. This very nature can lead to understanding of how a Sumi Naga society is shaped, structured and characterizes their behavior in various aspects. As in the past, the Sumi Nagas lacked the practice of writing and had no written records. Their traditions and customs were passed down from generations through oral tradition. With the decrease of the older generations, many knowledge and cultural practices are on the decline. Therefore, there is a need to undertake a thorough research of the traditional practice of village establishment and analyze the factors resulting to the changes and the continuity in the current context and bring out more information with regard to this unique practice, therefore, the study.

Keywords: Village Establishment, Sumi Naga, Custom

Tovikali Yepthomi Sumi 2023. A Changing Continual Trends in Sumi Naga Village Establishment. Skylines of Anthropology, 3: 2, pp. 99-110. https://doi.org/10.47509/SA.2023.v03i02.03

Anthropometric Differences among the Tangkhuls Living in the Hill and Valley Region of Manipur

BY :   Urapam Zimik and Hosea Thanglen
Skylines of Anthropology, Year: 2023,  Vol.3 (2),  PP.111-124
Received: 29 September 2023  | Revised: 26 October 2023  | Accepted : 12 November 2023  | Publication: 30 December 2023 
Doi No.: https://doi.org/10.47509/SA.2023.v03i02.04 

Background: Anthropometry and body composition analysis are important parameters to assess the health and fitness status of individuals. Studying the differences in anthropometry and body composition among populations can provide valuable insights into health disparities and inform targeted interventions to promote better health outcomes.

Aim: To examine the differences in anthropometric and body composition of the hill and valley Tangkhul males of Manipur.

Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 590 Tangkhul males were recruited through a random sampling method, with 350 participants from the hill and 240 from the valley. Body composition was assessed using the Drink water and Ross method of fractional masses. Anthropometric variables, blood pressure, and blood sugar were obtained following standardized procedures. Descriptive statistics and t-tests were employed to analyze the collected data.

Results: The findings revealed significant differences in the anthropometric measurements and body composition components of the two populations (p<0.05).

Conclusion: These outcomes suggest that the hill and valley Tangkhuls have regional variation in their anthropometric measurements, with the hill population displaying a more favorable body composition attributed to their healthier lifestyle and ecological setting.

Keywords: Anthropometric, Tangkhuls, hill, valley, body composition.



Urapam Zimik & Hosea Thanglen 2023. Anthropometric Differences among the Tangkhuls Living in the Hill and Valley Region of Manipur. Skylines of Anthropology, 3: 2, pp. 111-124. https://doi.org/10.47509/SA.2023.v03i02.04

The Drive to Recognise Indigenous Women Rights in the Face of a Putrefying Economy and Chronic Unemployment

BY :   Mawere J. and Tshamano W.
Skylines of Anthropology, Year: 2023,  Vol.3 (2),  PP.125-138
Received: 06 October 2023  | Revised: 11 November 2022  | Accepted : 22 November 2023  | Publication: 30 December 2023 
Doi No.: https://doi.org/10.47509/SA.2023.v03i02.05 

Existing socio-economic rights provided by the Constitution are unavailable to the majority of women in South Africa, resulting in poverty perpetuation and increase, as well as feminisation. Furthermore, constitutional guarantees of equality and non-discrimination, particularly for indigenous women, are theoretical. What remains are the realities of indigenous women’s daily life, which are characterized by a struggle for survival driven by worsening unemployment, socio-economic conditions and a lack of development. In this regard, the paper argues that indigenous women in South Africa will remain poor and marginalized unless equality and non-discrimination theory is converted into practice through the recognition of indigenous women rights in the face of a putrefying economy and chronic unemployment. Consequently, South Africa will not be able to create adequate employment, increase productivity and economic diversification.

Keywords: Employment, Economy, Indigenous, Women Rights, Poverty

Mawere J. & Tshamano W. 2023. The Drive to Recognise Indigenous Women Rights in the Face of a Putrefying Economy and Chronic Unemployment. Skylines of Anthropology, 3: 2, pp. 125-138. https://doi.org/10.47509/SA.2023.v03i02.05

Roles of Self Compassion, Emotion Regulation and Maladaptive Beliefs in Relationship Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

BY :   Beluonwu Ifeoma Margret, Ndubueze, Precious Chukwuamaka and Favour C. Uroko
Skylines of Anthropology, Year: 2023,  Vol.3 (2),  PP.139-159
Received: 16 October 2023  | Revised: 21 November 2023  | Accepted : 11 December 2023  | Publication: 30 December 2023 
Doi No.: https://doi.org/10.47509/SA.2023.v03i02.06 

Mental health practitioners working with young people should routinely screen for ROCD among youth and conduct systematic, multi-method, and multi-informant assessments whenever symptoms are identified. The importance of research on ROCD can only be understood when costly behaviors such as ROCD become prevalent in a society, it affects the upbringing of a children, deteriorates the anxiety level in people especially the adolescent, and could lead to violence, traumatic expression over an event, psychotic behaviors. In this study, the independent variables are self-compassion, emotion regulation and maladaptive beliefs. The present study seeks to address the following research questions: Will self- compassion predict relationship obsessive compulsive disorder among married people? Will cognitive reappraisal predict relationship obsessive compulsive disorder among married people? Will expressive suppression predict relationship obsessive compulsive disorder among married people? Will maladaptive beliefs predict relationship obsessive compulsive disorder among married people? The purpose of the study is to explore and provide an understanding to the roles of self-compassion, emotion regulation and maladaptive belief in relationship obsessive compulsive disorder. The findings of the study show that self-compassion was a significantly positive predictor of relationship OCD. It also shows that the dimensions of emotion regulation (cognitive reappraisal and expressive suppression) did not significantly predict relationship OCD. If further proves that maladaptive beliefs positively predicted relationship OCD, showing that increased maladaptive beliefs was associated with increase in relationship OCD. Recommendations are discussed.

Keywords: Self Compassion, Emotion Regulation, Maladaptive Beliefs , Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Beluonwu Ifeoma Margret, Ndubueze, Precious Chukwuamaka & Favour C. Uroko 2023. Roles of Self Compassion, Emotion Regulation and Maladaptive Beliefs in Relationship Obsessive Comulsive Disorder. Skylines of Anthropology, 3: 2, pp. 139-159 https://doi.org/10.47509/SA.2023.v03i02.06

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