The ill health of the nation

The National Health Accounts data for 2013-14 present fresh evidence that India continues to have a non-serious approach to the provision of universal health coverage to all its citizens. India’s health system is one of the most privatised in the world, poorly regulated and accessible only to those with income levels well above the average. All these attributes are, once again, strongly borne out by the NHA data, which lay bare the extremely low government spending on health which, at 1.15 per cent of GDP, compares poorly with even Sub-Saharan Africa. There, World Development Indicators say, the corresponding figure was 2.9 per cent six years ago. The share of State governments, which are largely responsible for provision of health care, in government health expenditure is estimated at 0.75 per cent of GDP. Evidently, a health policy that fails to pool the financial risk of illness at the population level results in impoverishing payments made out of personal funds — and the NHA figures confirm that despite rising government revenues, the bulk of Indian health spending, a staggering 64.2 per cent of health expenditure, is met by households out-of-pocket. That such OOP expenses declined by five percentage points over a decade is encouraging, but this is insignificant in comparison with the achievement in, say, Thailand, where 75 per cent of the population was brought under UHC in just one year.

If the NDA government intends to pursue its promise of universal health assurance in earnest, and wants to make up for two lost decades of reform, it has to act decisively. Raising government expenditure on health, in conjunction with the States, should form the basis of policy change; the road map for this was proposed by the Planning Commission’s High Level Expert Group in 2011. Remedial policies in two key areas can quickly scale up to reduce the OOP burden on households. One is to put in place a centralised system for procurement of essential drugs, relying mainly on quality generics and distributing them through the State government system. The other is to arrive at the cost of all medical procedures for different classes of hospitals, laying down standards and forming regulatory authorities at the State and district levels under law to enforce the rules. It was estimated by the Planning Commission group, for instance, that spending 0.5 per cent of GDP (compared to 0.1 per cent spent by the public health system) could ensure the availability of essential medicines free of cost to all Indians. Regulatory controls would automatically lead to a reduction in costs, and curbing of unethical and corrupt practices by hospitals and diagnostics centres. It should then be easier to quickly extend free health insurance to more classes of people, such as senior citizens, children and the disabled, and achieve universal coverage early.

Keywords: National Health Accounts, Draft National Health Policy 2015, Total Healthcare Expenditure, health finances, gross domestic product

Source: The Hindu, 31/08/2016

Behaviour and Science

G S TRIPATHI





Science is beyond the grasp of many mainly because it is perceived to be complicated. However, a closer inspection of some of the laws and phenomena in science would reveal how certain types of human behaviour can be interpreted through them.We experience strain if an external stress is very high, or if we are exposed to a small stress repeatedly . This is known as fatigue and it results sometimes in catastrophic conditions without prior warning. Similar phenomenon occurs in material objects and these show sudden breakdown. However, with adequate care and regular inspection, these catastrophic conditions can be avoided.
The stability of material bodies depends on both attraction and repulsion. Consider common salt, or sodium chloride.The electrical charges residing in the sodium and chlorine ions are opposite in nature.Hence, they should always attract each other. But when these come closer because of attraction, collision and instability are prevented due to repulsion, which sets in at close distance. The stability of a relationship, likewise, depends on a judicious balance between attraction and repulsion.
The quest of science, so far, is to unite the smallest, starting from an atom downwards, to the largest, the universe. However, it has begun to extend to such diverse topics as the mystery of life, complexity of social behaviour and financial complexities. These evolve commensurate with the challenges of time.

30% of Indians put info at risk with bad e-habits

Himanshi Dhawan

New Delhi





Over 30% Indians, the highest among 14 countries surveyed, access or share sensitive information using public Wi-Fi putting their personal information like credit card details and work mails at risk of being stolen. The other countries where citizens share such information freely are Mexico (19%) and Brazil (18%).Findings from a global survey conducted by Intel Security revealed that more than one of three Indians (38%) who went on the vacation with the intent to unplug were not successful in doing so. “Findings from the survey indicate that a huge majority of Indians (84%) connect to the internet while on vacation. While doing so, they often access and share sensitive information without considering the potential cyber risks of divulging credit card details, work mails and personal information on unsecured public Wi-Fi,'' Venkat Krishnapur, Intel Security's India Development Centre R&D operations head said.
Indians (31%) lead their global counterparts in willingly sharing personal information such as credit card number or log in name and password. More than one out of three Indians (36%) shared their personal data even when they realise that this will make them vulnerable.About 1,423 people in India, aged 21-54 years were interviewed and about 14,000 consumers were surveyed globally .

Source: Times of India. 31/08/2016

THESES OF THE MONTHSOCIAL SCIENCESA list of doctoral theses accepted by Indian Universities(Notifications received in AIU during the month of June-July, 2016)

Anthropology                                                                                                                                             

1.    Neeta Devi, R K. A study of growth and somatotype in relation to nutritional status among the Meitei children and adolescents of Imphal Valley, Manipur. (Dr. J W Dkhar), Department of Anthropology, North Eastern Hill University, Shillong.

Business Administration

1.    Agrawal, Ritesh Laxmikant. International micro-finance: A study of selected Asian countries. (Dr. Sandip K Bhatt), Department of Business Studies, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

2.    Anuradha, K. The effectiveness of performance management system for organizational performance. (Dr. K Uthayasuriyan), Department of International Business and Commerce, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

3.    Bindiya, Amrutlal Lathigara. A study on organizational commitment role efficacy and job satisfaction with special reference to post-graduate teachers of selected universities in Gujarat. (Dr. Raju M Rathod), Department of Business Studies, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

4.    Dhimar, Mitulkumar Girishkumar. A research on difference in consumer buying behavior of rural customer and urban customer with special reference to South Gujarat Region for consumer durable goods. (Dr. Vinodbhai B Patel), Department of Business and Industrial Management, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

5.    Gade, Sheetal Chandrakant. A study of performance appraisal system practice in selected large manufacturing industries of Maharashtra State. (Dr. A P Sarode), Department of Commerce & Management, North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon.

6.    Joshi, Peyush. Effective use of defence civilian personnel in material supply chain of Army: A study in Army ordnance corps. (Prof. V Shekhar), Department of Business Management, Osmania University, Hyderabad.

7.    Manjrekar, Pradipnarayan Pandurang. Innovative idea based entrepreneurship in first generation entrepreneurs: A study across service (Informal education) sector and manufacturing (specialty chemical) sector in Maharashtra. (Dr. Vinodbhai B Patel), Department of Business and Industrial Management, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

8.    Naik, Dharavath Surender. Impact of organizational climate on job satisfaction among academic staff in select private Universities in Hyderabad. (Dr. Banothu Dharma), Department of Business Management, Osmania University, Hyderabad.

9.    Padhiar, Vaishali Mahendrasinh. Marketing strategy for Indian handicraft sector: An exploration. (Dr. Renuka Garg), Department of Business and Industrial Management, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

10. Padiya, Hina Jayantilal. Working capital management of selected pharmaceutical units in Gujarat. (Dr. P K Rathod), Department of Business Studies, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

11. Patel, Baxiskumar Ishvarbhai. A study on services quality assessment of BBA college affiliated to VNSGU in South Gujarat Region. (Dr. Vinodbhai B Patel), Department of Business and Industrial Management, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

12. Patel, Bhautik A. Impact of marketing expenses on financial performance of selected banks in India. (Dr Raju M Rathod), Department of Business Studies, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

13. Patel, Vatsal Bipinchandra. Aquaculture management and current State of Shrimp farming practices in Choryasi and Olpad Taluka of Surat District. (Dr. Vinodbhai B Patel), Department of Business and Industrial Management, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

14. Pathan, Nishrin. A study on communication technologies and techniques for effective management of SMEs of Anand and Kheda District. (Dr. Nikhil Zaveri), G H Patel Post Graduate Institute of Business Management, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

15. Prashant, Dahyabhai Amin. A study on perception and effectiveness of sms advertising in selected services/ products in the State of Gujarat. (Prof. Rajnikant P Patel), G H Patel Post Graduate Institute of Business Management, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

16. Razak, Abdul. Strategic management tools for managers and decision makers in the growth of an organization: A select study. (Prof. S Pardhasaradhi), Department of Business Management, Osmania University, Hyderabad.

17. Shalini, T Rachel. Relationship between quality of work life and performance effectiveness among women executive in select ITes companies: A comparative study. (Prof. Selvarani Shankar), Department of Business Management, Osmania University, Hyderabad.

18. Thakar, Hetal R. An indepth study of financial analysis of selected fertilizer companies in Gujarat. (Dr. C K Sonara), Department of Business Studies, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

19. Veisi, Kobra. A study on customer satisfaction with reference to mobile service providers in Hyderabad, India. (Prof. B Muralidhar), Department of Business Management, Osmania University, Hyderabad.

20. Velchamy, S. Comparative study of leadership styles effectiveness and motivational correlates of public and private sector. (Dr. Vinodbhai B Patel), Department of Business and Industrial Management, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

Commerce                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

1.    Arora, Dipti Tilakraj. The influence of consumption values on automobile brand choice. (Dr. Martina Noronha), Department of Commerce, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

2.    Deshani, Pramodkumar Vinodrai. Understanding consumers adoption and satisfaction towards Internet Banking (I-Banking): A study of public, private and foreign sector banks in Surat and Ahmedabad Cities in Gujarat. (Dr. Martina Noronha), Department of Commerce, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

3.    Goyani, Mukeshkumar Ramjibhai. Comparative analysis of profitability and liquidity of selected diamond companies in India. (Dr. K N Chavda), Department of Commerce, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

4.    Ijan, Nikhilkumar Vaidya. A study on lifestyle orientation of rural consumers with reference to selected Regions of Gujarat. (Dr. Raju M Rathod), Department of Commerce, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

5.    Karpagalakshmi, S. Engineering goods exports of India: Direction, composition and export earnings. (D A Muthusamy), Department of Commerce, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

6.    Muppidi, Maschendar. Performance evaluation of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) in Andhra Pradesh. (Prof. V Usha Kiran), Department of Commerce, Osmania University, Hyderabad.

7.    Patel, Ankitkumar Dineshbhai. Financial analysis of cement industry of India: A statistical approach. (Dr. V D Naik and Dr. K N Chavda), Department of Commerce, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

8.    Patel, Chetankumar Chhotubhai. A study of financial performance of District Central Co-Operative Banks (DCCBs) of Gujarat State. (Dr. Kishorsinh N Chavda), Department of Commerce, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

9.    Rao, Sugur Srikant Govind. An evaluation of investment management practices in RRBs with special reference to Karnataka Vikas Grameen Bank. (Dr. Akash S B), Department of Commerce, Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta.

10. Shah, Chakshu Chintal. A study of financial performance of selected companies of Indian automobile industry. (Dr. K N Chavda), Department of Commerce, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

11. Shiroya, Darshna Sureshbhai. Study of TQM practices and performances in selected ISO 9001 certified manufacturing facilities in Gujarat. (Dr. Heena S Oza), Department of Commerce, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

12. Sumathi, K. Human Resource Development practices in organized retailing: A case study of selected retail outlets in Karnataka. (Dr. Akash S B), Department of Commerce, Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta.

13. Thakor, Darshan Mukundsinh. Fundamental and technical analysis of equity shares: A study of selected banks. (Dr. Kumudini Thakor), Department of Commerce, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

14. Yagna, Pankaj Vyas. A study on individual and group level innovation with reference to selected branches of commercial banks in Gujarat. (Dr. Raju M Rathod), Department of Commerce, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

Economics                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

1.    Gummadi, Naresh. Indebtedness among tribal household: A study in Khammam District. (Prof. P Ramaiah), Department of Economics, Osmania University, Hyderabad.

2.    Harini, K V. Estimating economic contribution of tourism to Karnataka economy. (Dr. M Indira), Department of Economics, University of Mysore, Mysore.

3.    Mehar, Mamta. Role of gender differentiated risk and time preferences in rice varietal selection in Eastern India. (Prof. Narayan Prasad and Dr. Takashi Yamano), School of Social Sciences, Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi.

4.    Monika Kumari. Foreign direct investment and employment generation in India since liberlisation period. (Dr. Shobha Rani), Department of Economics, T M Bhagalpur University, Bhagalpur.

5.    Murugesha, K M. An economic analysis of wind energy development in India: A case study of Karnataka State. (Dr. B P Veerabhadrappa), Department of Economics, Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta.

6.    Rudrappa, S. Rural infrastructure in Bengaluru Rural District: An empirical study. (Dr. B C Neelakanta), Department of Economics, University of Mysore, Mysore.

7.    Rupa, K N. Role of lead bank in financial inclusion: A case study of Mysore District. (Dr. Uma H R), Department of Economics, University of Mysore, Mysore.

8.    Sarkar, Sanjukta. Financial analysis of scheduled commercial bank in India: A comparative study to assess performance differentials. (Prof. Gopinath Pradhan), School of Social Sciences, Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi.

9.    Suman. Impact of co-operative credit on socio-economic conditions of farmers of Hisar District of Haryana. (Dr. Saugato Sen), School of Social Sciences, Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi.

10. Thavaraja, S S. An economic analysis of coconut based cropping: A case study of Chikmagalore District in Karnataka. (Dr. S N Yogish), Department of Economics, Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

1.    Basu, Yarramadha Jyothi. A study on effects of organisational climate on teacher effectiveness in teacher education institutions of Andhra Pradesh. (Prof. P Prasad), Department of Education, Osmania University, Hyderabad.

2.    Belan, Bharati Sanjay. Adhyapak vidhyalyateel chatre adhyapak va adhyapakacharye yancha adhyayan adhyapanavar tantnavanchya parinamancha abhyas. (Dr. Y H Saner), Department of Education, North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon.

3.    Chaudhari, Dipika R. A study of personality of B Ed teachers in relation to certain variables. (Dr. Nusrat Kadri), P G Department of Education, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

4.    Parmar, Anishaben Mohansinh. The composition and effect of inductive thinking models for teaching mathematics to the students of standard 11^th of science stream. (Dr. J P Gohil), Department of Education, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

5.    Patel, Anilkumar Dayaljibhai. Construction and standardization of emotional intelligence scale for higher secondary school students. (Dr. N B Patel), Department of Education, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad.

6.    Pattanayak, Manamohan. Sri Sathya Sai 's philosophy of child development, education and care (Educare). (Dr. Bhagirathi Sahu), Department of Education, Utkal University of Culture, Bhubaneswar.

7.    Ravichandran, T. Effectiveness of multimedia based programmes in developing laboratory experimental skills in biology among B Ed trainees. (Dr. A R Saravanakumar), Department of Education, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

8.    Samy, D Antony. Organizational climate and teachers participation in school administration. (Dr. Krishnamoorthy), Department of Education, Alagappa University, Tamilnadu.

9.    Subramanian, S. Enhancing understanding of science concepts through science experience activities at primary level. (Dr. A R Saravanakumar), Department of Education, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

Home Science                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

1.    Sarita Devi. A study on conflicts and problems of land and property rights for farm women. (Dr. Neelma Kunwar), College of Home Science, C S Azad University of Agricultural Technology, Kanpur.

2.    Vadwala, Yogesh Babulal. Application of natural dyes from plants waste on pre and post treated fabrics. (Dr. Namrita Kola), P G Department of Home Science, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

Law                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         

1.    Purohit, Dipali Anilkumar. Analytical study of Special Economic Zone Act, 2005 (With special reference to Gujarat State. (Dr. Vikarambhai B Desai), Department of Law, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

Library & Information Science                                                                                                                                                                                        

1.    Grace, M. Research output on infertility literature: 4 scientometric study. (Dr. R Jeyshankar), Department of Library and Information Science, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

2.    Paul, Tutu. A study on the organisation of pure sciences in Dewey Decimal Classification and Colon Classification with a proposed model of a new classification scheme. (Dr. P Ganesan), Department of Library and Information Science, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

3.    Thilagavathi, T. Information seeking behaviour of researchers and faculty members of Avinashilingam deemed university for women Coimbatore: A survey. (Dr. A Thirunavukkarasu), Department of Library and Information Science, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

4.    Tripathi, Harish Kumar. Crop science research in India since green revolution: A scientometric study. (Prof. Jaideep Sharma and Dr. K C Garg), School of Social Science, Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi.

Management                                                                                                                                                                           

                                              

1.    Ganesan, M. A study on consumer brand preference and satisfaction of household electronic products in Sivagangai District. (Dr. S Chandramohan), Department of Management, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

2.    Gurbandini Kaur. A study of agricultural commodity futures and its strategic implications for the growth of commodity markets in India. (Dr. Neeti Agarwal), School of Management Studies, Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi.

3.    Lata Rani. Impact of share repurchases on stock return. (Dr. Sunil Kumar), School of Management Studies, Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi.

4.    Mohanti, Debaditya. A multinational test of market efficiency of index options: The Indian evidence. (Prof. P K Priyan), G H Patel Post Graduate Institute of Business Management, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

5.    Panda, Satyanarayan. Standardization of determination of arm's length price for complying with transfer pricing norms. (Dr. Sunil Kumar), School of Management Studies, Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi.

6.    Surathkumar, R R. Influence of servicescape in patient relationship management with reference to select ophthalmic hospitals in Tamil Nadu. (Dr. P S Nagarajan), Department of Management, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

7.    Suresh, R. Impact of Foreign Direct Investment in multi-brand retail with specific reference to retailers and customers in Tamilnadu. (Dr. M Senthil), Department of Management, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

Physical Education & Sports                                                                                                                                                                                            

1.    Ashwini, B K. Analysis of motor fitness, physiological and psychological characteristics of basketball players. (Dr. N D Virupaksha), Department of Physical Education, Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta.

2.    Chakraborty, Debananda. Multi-variate analysis of selected physical physiological and anthropometric parameters of Gujarati and Marathi sports women in Kabaddi and Kho-Kho. (Dr. C B Kagathara), Department of Physical Education, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

3.    Gouda, S M Ravindra. Study on selected anthropometric measurements, skill related fitness, physiological and psychological variables of Atya-Patya and Kho-Kho players. (Dr. N D Virupaksha), Department of Physical Education, Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta.

4.    Harish, P M. Selected anthropometric measurements, motor fitness and physiological variables as predictors of basket ball playing ability. (Dr. N D Virupaksha), Department of Physical Education, Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta.

5.    Rajesh Kumar, J. Effect of plyometric and resistance training on selected physical physiological and biomotor variables among school athletes. (Dr. S Nagarajan), Department of Physical Education, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

6.    Reddy, K Suresh. A comparative study of personality dimensions and leadership qualities of softball players and non-softball players. (Prof. L B Laxmikanth Rathod), Department of Physical Education, Osmania University, Hyderabad.

7.    Saravanakumar, N. Comparison of Indian Universities female soccer players on selected anthropometric physiological and psychological variables according to their playing position. (Prof. R Arjunan), Department of Physical Education, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

8.    Surender Singh, S. A study on anthropometric, physiological and performance characteristics of junior and sub-junior football players of Andhra Pradesh. (Prof. L B Laxmikanth Rathod), Department of Physical Education, Osmania University, Hyderabad.

Political science                                                                                                                                                                                                                  

1.    Das, Aluri Sunder Kumar. Scheduled Caste political elite in Andhra Pradesh: Transition from clientelism to competition. (Prof. K Srinivasulu), Department of Political Science, Osmania University, Hyderabad.

2.    Godbole, Satish Sadashiv. Technology in Indian Maritime military strategy with special reference to ship building industry. (Prof. V Yoga Jyostna), Department of Political Science, Osmania University, Hyderabad.

Psychology                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

1.    Hundekar, Parwatemma. Life skills and social networking among emerging adults. (Dr. V S Yadav), Department of Psychology, University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad.

2.    Patel, Brinda K. A study of adjustment, mental health and life-satisfaction among working and non-working women. (Dr. L R Yagnik), Department of Psychology, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

3.    Sankhesara, Pratika C. A study of mental health, aggression, anxiety and adjustment among internet addicts and non addicts. (Dr. Suresh M Makvana), Department of Psychology, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

4.    Siddaramappa, Badami Sumangala. Physical and psychological wellbeing of rural and urban elderly: Correlates and intervention. (Dr. Ganga V Yenagi), Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad.

Public Administration                                                                                                                                                                                                        

1.    Basra, Ranjeeta. Healthcare IT maturity model: A critical study of software application for effective hospital administration in India. (Prof. Dolly Mathew), School of Social Sciences, Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi.

Social Work                                                                                                                                                                                                                         

1.    Philip, Smitha. Personality development and parental support: A comparative analysis on only children and children with sibling in Bangalore. (Dr. Bigi Thomas), Department of Social Work, Sardar Patel University, Gujarat.

Sociology                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

1.    Gutkar, Neha. Gender dimensions in migration: A study of Jammu Region. (Dr. P A Abbasi), Department of Sociology, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

2.    Kanathia, Vinod Kumar. Gender and elementary education among Muslims: A study in Mewat District of Haryana. (Dr. P A Abbasi), Department of Sociology, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat.

3.    Mero, Chiete. A sociological study of the village development board in Nagaland. (Dr. A K Nongkynrih), Department of Sociology, North Eastern Hill University, Shillong.

4.    Rayanagoudar, Sudha S. A study on reproductive health and related problems among young girls of Gadag District. (Dr. M Komala), Department of Human Development, University of Mysore, Mysore.

Tourism                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

1.    Srivastava, Anupama. Profiling Buddist tourist for developing promotional strategy model for Buddist circuits of Uttar Pradesh. (Prof. Manoj Dixit), School of Tourism and Hospitality Service Management, Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi.

Women’s Studies

1.    Banu, M S Sameem. A gender perspective study on child abuse. (Dr. K Manimekalai), Department of Women’s Studies, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

2.    Ramasamy, R S. Social capital and empowerment of self help group women. (Dr. K Manimekalai), Department of Women’s Studies, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.