International Journal of Social Sciences and English Literature

Whispers of Extinction: An Exploration of Endangered Languages of North-East India

Ramyabrata Chakraborty — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The North-East region of India, a melting pot of linguistic diversity, houses a myriad of indigenous languages that embody centuries of cultural and historical heritage. For instance, the state of Arunachal Pradesh alone is home to over 90 languages, many of which are spoken by small tribal communities. A striking example is the Tai Khamti language, which has a rich oral literature but fewer than 5,000 active speakers. Similarly, UNESCO reports that nearly 30% of languages in the region are critically endangered, emphasizing the urgency of preservation efforts. These languages are not just tools of communication but also repositories of unique ecological knowledge, traditional customs, and cultural identities, making their preservation a matter of global significance. However, the region also represents one of the most significant linguistic graveyards, with many languages on the brink of extinction. This paper explores the current status of endangered languages in North-East India, their sociolinguistic contexts, the factors contributing to their decline, and the efforts being made to preserve them. By employing a multidisciplinary approach, this study underscores the urgency of linguistic preservation as a critical component of cultural sustainability. This extended analysis delves deeply into the historical, cultural, and institutional aspects that shape the linguistic landscape of this unique region, exploring practical pathways for revitalization

Anatta (No Self) in Buddhism Through the Lens of Modern Psychology

Thang Van Bui — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Anatta or selflessness is a core concept in Buddhism. Unlike other religions in the Buddha’s era, Buddhism proposes that the world, including the self, is not impermanent but changes continually. Accepting that the self is an impermanent existence and adherence to the world, as we suppose it is permanent, is the root of suffering. While Buddhism is known as an ancient religion, dated over two thousand years ago, it is still practiced around the world in the present time. This paper discusses the importance of understanding the characteristics of self and the role of self in modern life. Also, to shed light on the alignments of anatta in modern psychology, self-help, supported by positive psychology, is analyzed in a way that explores the nature of anatta. Finally, the paper gives implications of anatta for one to reduce suffering by accepting possible changes in life and to help oneself recover from suffering.

The Impact of Business Intelligence on Improving Administrative Performance in Some Private Jordanian Universities in the Northern Region

Mohammad Adel Alsaggar, Mohammmadnour Mosbah Aljarrah — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aimed to clarify the impact of business intelligence applications on improving the performance of administrators working in private Jordanian universities located in the northern region. The study relied on the descriptive analytical approach, using the questionnaire tool to reach the study objectives, in addition to relying on previous theoretical literature and prior studies. The study found a statistically significant effect at the significance level (0.05 ≥ α) for business intelligence applications with their combined dimensions (data warehouse, data mining, direct analytical processing, information review techniques) on improving the performance of administrators in Jordanian private universities in the northern region (rejecting the first main null hypothesis). Additionally, each of the data warehouse, data mining, direct analytical processing, and information review techniques individually has a statistically significant effect at the significance level (0.05 ≥ α) on the performance of administrators in Jordanian private universities in the northern region (rejecting the four sub-null hypotheses). The study recommended the necessity of attracting senior management in Jordanian private universities in the northern region to individuals with skills in using business intelligence, and developing the capabilities of their employees by holding training workshops or through job rotation, as well as making periodic improvements to business intelligence systems. Furthermore, Jordanian private universities should benefit from the experiences of other local, governmental, and international universities in the field of applying business intelligence, which positively reflects on achieving their goals and developing their services efficiently and effectively.