Mohanty T;Mohanty M
024061 Mohanty T;Mohanty M (College of Home Science, Orissa Agriculture & Technology Univ, Bhubaneswar-3) : Perception of fuel saving practices by rural housewives. J Res-Orissa Univ Agric Technol 2007, 25(2), 119-24.
Low price or zero price and easy availability of fuel energy sources in rural area leads to crises. Women folk, who are ultimate dispenser and user of fuel energy pay very little attention towards its use and conservation. 40% - 50% respondent of hilly and coastaf area follow the fuel saving practices out of their experience. They are some how perceived that the conductivity of the vessel, use of required amount of water etc. affect the fuel energy consumption.
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Mishra P;Agrwal P
024060 Mishra P;Agrwal P (College of Home Science, O.U.A.T., Bhubaneswar) : Nutritional status of the Panas-a scheduled caste community of Puri district Orissa. J Res-Orissa Univ Agric Technol 2007, 25(2), 105-12.
Panas the schedule cast community constitute about 20.65% in the state. Their food habits showed, the consumption of rice thrice in a day in Balianta and Pipli block, where as twice in Daspallah. All of them had a cereals dominated diet and surplus intake of rice was even upto 98% (old female MIG) and at the same time deficit intake for the same was upto 53% (Children below 2 years, LIG). Calorie intake and requirement gap showed that the low and middle income groups remained below the poverty line and only the high income group could be able to cross the cut off limits by consuming more than 2,400 calories per day. Intake-requirement gap of vitamins showed a mixed trend of surplus intake of niacin and vitamin C (even upto 213%) where as deficit intake of riboflavin, thiamine and carotene even upto 88%. As regards to the intake of minerals, the surplus intake of iron, calcium and phosphorus was found even upto 413% in case of adult members, where as deficiency for the same was observed for lactating and children below 5 years (78%) who were the worst suffers in all aspects. Again, excess intake of parboiled rice compensated the protein intake upto 70% and fat intake upto 30%.
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Mishra P;Agrawal P
024059 Mishra P;Agrawal P (College of Home Science, O.U.A.T., Bhubaneswar-751 003) : Study on kitchen management in rural areas with special reference to Pipli block of Puri district, Orissa. J Res-Orissa Univ Agric Technol 2008, 26(1), 115-20.
By analysing different aspects of kitchen management such as its location, distance of source of water, place of water storage for cooking purpose, drainage facility of the kitchen, placement of counters, pattern of making preparations for cooking, placement of grinding stones, cleaning of utensils storage of cooking materials, space makers inside the kitchen, type of chullha used, extend of work-triangle and dinning, arrangement, it was observed that due to the lack of knowledge for work simplification and erroneous habit of doing then task, the housewives in rural areas used to spent on an average 3 hrs. 55 min. 05 seconds and cover about 6.989 km. of distance per day. Unnecessarily which if could be saved could be utilized some other constructive purposes.
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Kalia S;Reddy M V;Ratnakumari D
024058 Kalia S;Reddy M V;Ratnakumari D (College of Home Science, OUAT, Bhubaneswar) : Architectural design problems faced by the orthopaedically challenged in higher educations institutions. J Res-Orissa Univ Agric Technol 2008, 26(2), 128-32.
Education of students with a disability should be valued as high when compared with as the education of students without apparent disabilities. Acknowledging the value of educating students with a disability requires options for the type and location of their education. The study was under taken to find out the design Problem faced by the Orthopaedically Challenged in Higher Education Institutions in Hyderabad city of Andhra Pradesh. Fifty no of Orthopaedically challenged students from four universities were interviewed by using interview schedules. The opinion of the Orthopaedically challenged respondents indicates that all of them had problem in accessing area class rooms,46 per cent felt difficulty in accessing seminar hail/auditorium, 24 per cent in laboratory, 28 per cent had problem in library,88 per cent faced problems in accessing toilet, 52 per cent had difficulty in accessing canteen while 10 per cent were having problems while accessing parking.
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Agarwal P;Mishra P;Agarwal B L
024057 Agarwal P;Mishra P;Agarwal B L (College of Home Science, OUAT, Bhubaneswar) : Computer software, to design meals for individuals. J Res-Orissa Univ Agric Technol 2008, 26(1), 121-9.
Dietetics is one of the most important and time consuming part of Nutrition. Till today there is no software available on it. Here is presented for the first time a computer aided application on Nutrition and Dietetics. This software analyses the requirement of nutrients and plans a suitable balanced diet/food Plan. It takes care of therapeutics and many personal physical and cost factors. Using this software one can plan a diet within minutes and also can optimise the cost. The software may be found to be quite useful to Home Scientists, Nutrition specialists, Dietitians, Physicians and Research workers.
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Tanti B;Gurung L;Sarma H K;Buragohain A K
022982 Tanti B;Gurung L;Sarma H K;Buragohain A K (Botany Dep, Gauhati Univ, Guwahati-781 014) : Ethnobotany of starter cultures used in alcohol fermentation by a few ethnic tribs of northeast India. Indian J Tradl Knowledge 2010, 9(3), 463-6.
The study of ethnobotany relating to any tribe is in itself a very intricate or convoluted process. The Northeastern part of India is well known for production of household liquors, which is associated with the regions rich indigenous knowledge system. The paper documents the traditional knowledge for the preparation of starter cultures used by the indigenous tribes through structured questionnaires in consultations with a few ethnic tribes residing in isolated pockets of Northeast India. The study revealed that the methods for production of household liquors among the different tribes vary, as all of them follow their own indigenous protocols, where they use different plants during the preparation of starter culture although the substrate employed as the source of carbon is common. The study thus highlights the potentials of the ethnobotanical research and the need for documentation of traditional knowledge pertaining to the production of alcohol.
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Roy D K;Sinha B K;Singh B
022981 Roy D K;Sinha B K;Singh B (Botanical Survey of India, Eastern Regional Center, Shillong-793 003, Email: drbks2004@yahoo.co.in) : Less known uses of Schoenoplectus articulatus (L.) palla of lower Assam. Indian J Tradl Knowledge 2010, 9(3), 599-600.
A less known use of Schoenoplectus articulatus (L.) Palla (Family Cyperaceae) from Lower Assam is reported. The methodology of making Laddu from the roasted endosperm of matured nuts is provided.
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Prathima K S;Joshi N;Chandru R;Gopinath K; Munishamanna K B
022980 Prathima K S;Joshi N;Chandru R;Gopinath K; Munishamanna K B (Food Science and Nutrition Dep, GKVK, Agricultural Sciences Univ, Bangalore-560 065) : Evaluation of jack fruit seed flour extraction and incorporation into some food products. Indian J Nutr Diet 2009, 46(10), 413-18.
The jack fruit seed flour was extracted by three different methods - Lye peeling, heat treatment and mechanical peeling. The methods were compared with each other for the yield and ease of extraction of seeds. Method of boiling and peeling was better than the others for extraction of the seed flour. Value added products developed by substituting jack fruit seed flour like soup, fruit salad, cutlet and baby corn manchurian at different levels were found to be on par with the same products prepared using corn flour with respect to appearance, colour, texture/ consistency, aroma, taste and overall acceptability. There was not much significant difference between the substitution levels. Jackfruit seed flour was better than corn flour as far as oil uptake and nutritive values were concerned in fried products. Considering that jackfruit seed flour is cheaper and more nutritious it can completely replace corn flour in these products.
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Majumdar R K;Basu S
022979 Majumdar R K;Basu S (NO, Central Agricultutal Univ, Lembucherra, Agartala, Tripura-799 210) : Characterization of the traditional fermented fish product Lona ilish of Northeast India. Indian J Tradl Knowledge 2010, 9(3), 453-8.
Lona ilish is a traditional salt fermented fish product widely consumed in Bangladesh and Northeast parts of India. It is prepared exclusively from Hilsa, Tenualosa ilisha (Ham-Buch, 1822), a high fat fish. Biochemical composition of market sample of lona ilish has been studied. The moisture, salt and pH of the product have been estimated as 54%, 15% and 5.66%, respectively. The product is stable when remains immersed in brine at ambient temperature. Lowering of water activity due to osmotic action of salt as well as effect of salt on spoilage bacteria are presumed to be the reasons behind this salt fermentation technique. High peroxide value is the indicative of lipid peroxidation but, however, did not impart any undesirable rancid taint to the product. The bacterial flora comprised of Micrococcus and Bacillus species. Lack of scientific study to standardize the methods, use of poor quality raw material fish, improper salting, inadequate fermentation period as well as adulteration in the process, etc. are some of the reasons for gradual deterioration of the quality of lona ilish.
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Deka D;Sarma G C
022978 Deka D;Sarma G C (Botany Dep, of Dudhnoi College, Goalpara-783 124, Email: gcsgu@gmail.com) : Traditionally used herbs in the preparation of rice-beer by the Robha tribe of Goalpara district, Assam. Indian J Tradl Knowledge 2010, 9(3), 459-62.
Rice-beer prepared at household level of the aboriginal communities of Assam is served to all irrespective of age and sex. Certain plant species are traditionally used by the Rabhas of Goalpara district of Assam for the preparation of rice-beer cakes as well as rice beer. Goalpara district of Assam is situated on the southern bank of the river Brahmaputra. Several villages of the district are the homeland of some Indo-Mongoloid tribes like the Bodos, Garos, Hajongs, Karbis, Rabhas, etc. Rice-beer accounts for a major portion of the daily caloric intake of these tribes. These tribes traditionally use certain herbs for the preparation of starter cake to be used in the making of alcoholic drink or rice-beer. Numerically, Rabhas are the most dominant tribe of the district. The study is aimed for the need of a detailed study on the curative properties of the herbs used by the Rabhas for the preparation of rice-beer cakes and rice-beer, which may provide better and beneficial remedies for many ailments.
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Ashwini N M;Khyrunnisa Begum
022977 Ashwini N M;Khyrunnisa Begum (Studies in Food Science and Nutrition Dep, Mysore Univ, Manasagangotri, Mysore) : Fluid consumption and knowledge levels of young male and female adults. Indian J Nutr Diet 2009, 46(10), 405-12.
Information of water intake from different nations including India is meager. Therefore the investigation was conducted to study water intake behaviour and possession of knowledge on importance of water for health among young adult males and females. Two hundred boys and girls of age 19 to 25 years were contacted from university campus. Information about family income, diet type, preferences for water and other fluids, drive for drinking water and knowledge about importance of water for health was elicited using self-reporting questionnaires. Fluid and water intake during six consecutive days was obtained through diary method. Results revealed that the participants preferred to drink water to other fluids and preferences for the various drinks were different for boys and girls. Thirst was the common drive that elicited drinking. Fluids / water was consumed at meal time, after completing work, after entering the house, when hungry or upset. Mean daily intake of fluids was 1142± 230.40 and 1042± 344.74ml, intra and inter individual differences in drinking pattern was noted, boys consumed significantly more fluids than females. Drinking behaviour appeared to be habitual since the consumption pattern was more or less constant among individual during six days of assessment period. Participants possessed good knowledge about importance of water for health, which influenced intake. Although there is awareness about importance of water among young people, strategies to create public awareness about water intake should be developed so as to protect population from diseases related to dehydration.
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Yadav B;Yadav S;Yadav L
019810 Yadav B;Yadav S;Yadav L (Home Science Extension Education Dep, College of Home Science, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar-125 004) : Information input pattern of rural women for developmental programmes. J Dairying Fd Home Sci 2009, 28(3-4), 198-201.
Communication and development are two sides of same coin. The more informed a person is, the more actively he or she will participate in developmental activities. Therefore, the study was undertaken where an attempt was made to analys is the information input pattern of rural women pertaining to developmental programmes.The study was conducted in two randomly selected villages from two districts of Haryana state on a sample of 300 rural women hailing 100 each from low, medium and high socio-economic status (SES) categories. It was found that irrespective of SES categories, family elders, anganwadi workers, local leaders and radio were reported to be most frequently used sources of information for acquiring information regarding developmental programmes. Elderly family members were the most preferred non-institutional sources of information irrespective of SES categories. Among institutional sources, local leaders and sarpanches were the more preferred sources of information for respondents hailing from low SES categories than medium or high categories as anganwadi worker was the preferred source of information for them. Interpersonal sources of information like radio, television, demonstration etc. were utilized to maximum extent by high SES group followed by medium and low SES category respondents. Lack of effective communication and timely information followed by family responsibility and discouragement by family member particularly by male members were reported to be the major constraints in availing the benefits of developmental programmes.
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Vinod Kumari;Dhawan D;Singh A R
019809 Vinod Kumari;Dhawan D;Singh A R (NO, College of Home Science, Rajasthan Agricultural University, Bikaner-334 001) : Advantagesas perceived by the beneficiaries of Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) in Bikaner district. J Dairying Fd Home Sci 2009, 28(3-4), 247-9.
Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) is a safe motherhood intervention under the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) being implemented with the objective of reducing maternal and neo-natal mortality by promoting institutional delivery among the poor pregnant women. JSY is a centrally sponsored scheme and it inegraes cash assisance with delivery and post natal care. The Panchayat Samiti, Beneficiaries were selected randomly through probability proportionate to sample size (PPS). 100 beneficiaries were constitue the sample size. Findings shows that major advantages of the JSY were perceived by the beneficiaries such as safe delivery at PHCs and CHCs. Helpful in population control, payment of cheque after delivery and full protection after delivery etc.
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Middha S;Goyal M
019808 Middha S;Goyal M (Food and Nutrition Dep, College of Home Science, Rajasthan Agricultural University, Bikaner-334 006) : Development and quality evaluation of a convenient Chatspice premix. J Dairying Fd Home Sci 2009, 28(3-4), 244-6.
Spices are the substance essentially of vegetable kingdom characterized by strong and pungent odours or sweet and sour taste. Chat spice premix was standardized and analyzed for its sensory, nutritional and shelf life qualities. The mean scores for overall acceptability of the spice premix was 8.34 against the control premix (7.52) on nine point hedonic rating scale. Protein, fiber, ash and carbohydrate contents were found to be significantly higher in case of experimental spice premix as compared to control sample. Standard plate count also revealed satisfactory quality of the premix even at the end of two months storage period.
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Mehta P S;Negi K S;Ojha S N
019807 Mehta P S;Negi K S;Ojha S N (NO, National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, Regional Station, Bhowali-263 132, Email: officerinchargebhowali@yahoo.com) : Native plant genetic resources and traditional foods of Uttarakhand Himalaya for sustainable food security and livelihood. Indian J nat prod Resour 2010, 1(1), 89-96.
In view of changing of food habits of local communities of Uttarakhand Himalaya, a study to document the native plant genetic resources of food importance and traditional recipes was conducted. Both cultivated and wild edible plant species were documented through scheduled interviews. With the help of respondents the questionnaires were filled up. After conducting the survey in the whole Uttarakhand state the plant species of food importance were identified and a large number of traditional food items were enumerated. The relationship between plant species of food importance and sustainable livelihood was also discussed.
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Deepti;Yadav B;Dahiya M
019806 Deepti;Yadav B;Dahiya M (Home Science Extension Education Dep, Ch. Charan Singh Haryana University, Hisar-125 004) : Knowledge of beneficiaries regarding training and support services of dairy cooperatives. J Dairying Fd Home Sci 2009, 28(3-4), 206-8.
Keeping the active role played by women in various dairying activities women dairy cooperatives (WDC) are considered as the nucleus for multifarious activities concerning women development. The results of the study are based on data collected from 100 randomly selected beneficiaries of four WDCs from two districts of Haryana state. The findings indicated that out of nine support services provided by WDC, majority of women beneficiaries had knowledge of four of them i.e. provision of milk testing equipments, subsidy on balanced cattle feed, distribution of fodder crops seeds and vaccination facilities for foot and mouth disease. Fifty eight percent members had knowledge of provision of first aid boxes on subsidized rate and slightly less than half of the beneficiaries were aware of the loaning facilities rendered by WDC for purchasing milch animals. With regards to knowledge regarding training facilities it was observed that majority of women were knowledgeable about green fodder production training and more than half of the respondents possessed knowledge about training on importance of balanced cattle feed and clean milk production training organized at milk plant for society members. Very small percentage of the beneficiaries were informed about trainings like management committee members training, record keeping training, secretary and testers training, disease control and first aid training and A.I. worker training.
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Sood A;Sharma H R;Verma R
017766 Sood A;Sharma H R;Verma R (Food Science and Nutrition Dep, CSK HPKV, Palampur-176 062) : Development and nutrient evaluation of linseed supplemented Amaranth and sesame based sweet balls. J Dairying Fd Home Sci 2009, 28(1), 49-53.
Protein and energy enriched sweet balls based on various protein and energy rich food resources viz. amaranth, sesame, linseed and jaggery were developed and evaluated for nutritional and sensory qualities. The linseed supplemented sesame and amaranth based sweet balls were found to be rich in protein and energy proportionate to the level of protein and energy contents of ingredients used in the preparation of the sweet balls. The protein and energy contents of various sweet balls formulations ranged from 8.85 to 13.61 per cent and 407 to 509 kcal/100g, respectively. Linseed, amaranth and sesame based formulations were rich in potassium, iron and calcium respectively. The acceptable level of linseed in amaranth and sesame based sweet balls was found to be 10 per cent as evaluated by a panel of judges on a nine point hedonic scale. From the results of the study it was concluded that protein and energy based sweet balls confection can be prepared at household level by exploiting various locally available protein and energy rich food resources. Linseed has an advantage as it can supplement the protein value of the sweet balls at lower cost compared to other legumes and oil seeds.
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Kulkarni M V
017765 Kulkarni M V (NO, Cotton Research Station, Nanded-431 604) : Information needs of female visitors of ATIC regarding home science. J Dairying Fd Home Sci 2009, 28(1), 74-6.
ATIC is newly created unique facility and shall endeavor, the sale of seeds, plants, processed product, bio-fertilizers. ATIC (Agriculture Technology Information Centre) helps farmers, farm women in problems solving and decision making. Present study is an attempt to assess the information needs of female visitors, which revealed that house hold enterprise was the most preferred area by female visitors. Machine embroidery and knitting was also the subject preferred by female visitors. In the field of nutrition, respondents had shown their interest in fruit and vegetable processing. Care during pregnancy, Balwadi management were the subjects enquired by female visitors.
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Ghosh B C
017764 Ghosh B C (Dairy Technology Section, NDRI, Adugodi, Bangalore-30, Email: gbosgoga@hotmail.com) : Chhana sweets preparation & properties. Indian Dairyman 2009, 61(12), 43-50.
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Srivastava M;Udawat P;Seema Rani
016714 Srivastava M;Udawat P;Seema Rani (Textiles and Apparel Designing Dep, College of Home Science, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and, Udaipur, Rajasthan) : Knowledge of rural women about general practices of care of clothing and its renovation. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 3(2), 223-9.
Cothing is one of the basic needs of man along with food and shelter. A lot of resources are spent on clothing purchase and better upkeep to get its long life. If proper attention is given about appropriate clothing practices for care, renovation and garment construction, not only the life of garment will be increased but it will also help in economizing the family budget. Keeping in view this aspect the present investigation was carried out to assess the knowledge about General practices of care of clothing, -renovation, garment designing and enrichment among rural women. It was found that women have inadequate knowledge about clothing practices and renovation techniques.
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Nath K G;Vijayalakshmi D;Yankanchi G M;Patil R B
016713 Nath K G;Vijayalakshmi D;Yankanchi G M;Patil R B (Food Science and Nutrition Dep, University of Agricultural Science, GKVK, Bangalore, Karnataka) : Proximate composition of underutilized green leafy vegetables in Southern Karnataka. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 3(2), 118-20.
In India various types of underutilized foods are available seasonally but are not utilized to the extent they should be inspite of their high nutritive value. Looking into the prevalence of high level of micronutrient malnutrition among vulnerable section, utilization of underutilized foods can be explored to overcome the nutritional disorders. Practically, there is no information available on the nutritive value of underutilized foods, which may contribute significantly to the nutrient intake of rural population. Thus, an attempt has been made to identify and analyze various underutilized vegetable for their nutrient content from selected region of south Karnataka. A total of 38 green leafy vegetables have been identified and the iron content of the same ranged between 3.68 to 37.34mg/100g, the highest iron content was observed in Nelabasale green, Portulaca oleracea (37.34mg). Calcium content ranged from 73 to 400mg/100g. Chilikere greens, Oxalis acetosella (400mg) had maximum calcium content. The highest ascorbic acid content was found in Knol Khol greens, Brassica oleracea.
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Murali D;Dharmadhikari A J;Kulkarni M S
016712 Murali D;Dharmadhikari A J;Kulkarni M S (Family Resource Management Dep, College of Home Science Marathwad Agricultural University, Parbhani, Maharashtra) : Assessment of hardness of water and its impact on cooking of dal. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 3(2), 124-5.
This study was undertaken to assess the level of water hardness and its impact on time taken and fuel consumed to cook pigeonpea (Tur) dal and appearance and taste of cooked dal. Findings revealed that water from bore well recorded highest level of hardness and lowest level of hardness was seen in tap and ~ell water. pH level of selected water also increased with an increase in the hardness of water. Mean scores of appearance and taste of dal cooked in different water were found to decrease with an increase in the hardness of water.
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Mishra S;Satapathy C
016711 Mishra S;Satapathy C (National Research Center for Women in Agriculture, (ICAR), , Bhubaneswar, Orissa) : Perception of married working women towards quality life. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 3(2), 121-3.
AlI are running after better living and quality life. This philosophy involves more income in personal level and family side. To achieve quality life, the women to-day seeks employment outside home. But to manage both the fronts, she faces role conflict. Management of time, family and money is the primary variable to overcome role conflict. Time based conflict is concerned with leisure time use and family time availability. Family management includes day to day family functions, house keeping, care of old and others during their illness and observation of religious functions. Education of children, meeting social obligations, addition of income and assets under money management. So, as there is a correlation between quality life and role conflict, a balance should be maintained to minimize role conflict.
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Mishra P;Agarwal P
016710 Mishra P;Agarwal P (College of Home Science Orissa University of Agriculture and Technolog, , Bhubaneswar, Orissa) : Evaluation of kitchen in rural areas. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 3(2), 130-1.
Kitchens belonging to nearly same socio-economic status were evaluated and comparison made of construction features with standards. There was much difference in their kitchen arrangement. It was found that carpet area of kitchens varied between 42-112.5 sq.ft. and in 43 houses kitchens were situated outside the plinth area of the house. There was a great variation of flooring, roofing and the condition of wall. Admittance of day light and ventilation to the kitchens also varied to a great extent. As regards to the space makers, in 30 kitchens there were no shelves but in 22 kitchens two shelves were present. In all the houses proper orientation was observed and no drainage facility was found. Still then, medium level of satisfaction was expressed with 57 housewives, as they were unaware of the advantages of using a ergonomically layout kitchen.
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Madan Mohan Reddy K;Srimurali M;Neeraja D
016709 Madan Mohan Reddy K;Srimurali M;Neeraja D (Civil Engineering Dep, SKIT, Srikalahasti, Andhra Pradesh, Email: madankreddy@gmail.com) : Assessment of media characteristics in upflow aerated submerged fixed-bed reactors for the treatment of dairy wastewater. Ultra Scient phys Sci 2009, 21(2), 457-8.
Two different medias of Broken Granite Stones and Corrugated Pall Rings was installed in two reactors. Approximately 1250 mg/L of COD is applied at 24, 18 and 12 hours of HRT in progression continuously. The results imply that media porosity playa more significant than specific surface area.
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Ilamaran M;Amutha S
016708 Ilamaran M;Amutha S (Food Science and Nutrition Dep, Home Science College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu, ) : Studies on the biochemical and sensory qualities of enzymatic calrified carbonated saponta beverages. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 3(2), 230-3.
Sapota fruits were pulped and treated with pectinase enzyme at 0.5 % concentration (w/v) incubated for 2-3 h at AT (32 - 37°C). The clarified juices were used to prepare carbonated beverages by adjusting the total soluble solids. (9, 12 and 15°B) keeping the acidity constant at 0.25 % and varying the carbonating pressure as 0 (non-carbonated), 80, 100 and 120 psi. The carbonated sapota beverage could be stored for 6 months at ambient (AT - 32-37°C) and low temperatures (LT - 3-5 DC) and was found acceptable with respect to colour, flavour, taste and overall acceptability. Heat processing and carbonation improved the colour, flavour and taste of the carbonated sapota beverage.
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Chauhan K;Neelam Singh;Mehta P
016707 Chauhan K;Neelam Singh;Mehta P (Food and Nutrition Dep, Faculty of Family and Community Sciences, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodra, Gujarat) : Assessment of nutrition, diet and disease profile of elderly males residing in rural vadodra, India. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 3(2), 234-8.
A total of 130 elderly male subjects were selected from the villages of Padra taluka of Vadodara. They were classified into Low-income group (LIG) and Middle-income group (MIG) and further into two age groups as younger elderly (60-74yrs) and older elderly (75+yrs). Data on SES and lifestyle pattern were collected using the pre-tested semi structured questionnaire. Nutritional status was assessed using anthropometric measurement and clinical parameters like hemoglobin, blood glucose and blood pressure measurements. Dietary intake was assessed by 24hr dietary recall and food frequency questionnaire. Disease profile was assessed by using exhaustive checklist for major and minor illnesses. Mental health status was assessed by using Geriatric Depression Inventory Scale (GDI), Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) and Cognitive Impairment Test (CIT) scores. Socioªeconomic data showed that 78% were married and majority of the subjects were Hindu. In LIG 42% of subjects were illiterate and in MIG 92% of subjects were literate at different levels. Energy and protein intake was found markedly different when compared with economic status and age groups. It can also be inferred that half of elderly males could meet energy intake between 51-75% of RDA in LIG whereas in MIG three fourth of elderly males had energy intake between 76 - 100% of RDA. In case of protein more than half of the subjects from LIG could meet 26-50% of RDA whereas in MIG majority of subjects could meet 51-75% or RDA. Major i1tnesses showed higher prevalence of oral problems (81.7%) followed by locomotor problems, GIT problems and respiratory problems. Subjects of LIG and older elderly had more health problems than that of MIG and younger elderly. According to GDI, 70.7%of subjects were found under different degrees of depression almost3/4th number of subjects fell under different of depressed performance and abnormal category according to MMSE and CIT, respectively. Majority of subjects belonging to LIG and 75+ years of age group showed poor mental health status as compared to subjects of MIG and younger elderly.
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Chandla S;Grover K
016706 Chandla S;Grover K (Food and Nutrition Dep, College of Home Science, Punjab Agricultural university, Ludhiana, Punjab) : Reproductive profile of vegetarian and non-vegetarian women. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 3(2), 132-5.
A sample of 200 postmenopausal women (100 vegetarians and 100 non vegetarians) above the age of 50 years from various localities/ strata of Ludhiana city of Punjab were randomly selected. The observations on socio-economic status revealed that majority of the subjects (68% vegetarians and 71% nonvegetarians) were housewives with business as their family occupation. All of them were engaged in sedentary life style pattern. Information regarding reproductive profile depicted that the mean age of menarche was 14.11 years in vegetarians as compared to 12.78 years in nonvegetarians. Menstrual cycle was found to be regular in majority of the subjects. Further, 60 per cent vegetarians and 61 per cent norivegetarians were married by the age of 17-21 years and majority of the subjects were in the age group of 18-22 years at the time of their first pregnancy. The data further showed that mean age of menopause was 47.08 years in vegetarians as compared to 48.04 years in nonvegetarians. Seventy seven per cent of non vegetarians experienced gradual cessation of period as against 63 per cent of vegetarians. The prevalence of menopausal symptoms was high in non vegetarians (90%) as compared to vegetarians (60%). The main symptoms experienced were hot flushes, mood changes and night sweats. Further, clinical symptoms such as pain in joints, visual impairments and high blood pressure were reported to be common in 75 per cent nonvegetarians and 99 per cent vegetarians. The presence of chronic diseases as obesity, diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular were reported to be lower in vegetarians (45% vs 65%) subjects.
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Aimol K R;Nagar S
016705 Aimol K R;Nagar S (Human Development Dep, College of Home Science, Central Agricultural Univwersity, Tura, Meghalaya) : Reproductive performance of Garo women in Meghalaya. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 3(2), 248-52.
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Zend J P;Umrikar S H;Murali D
014460 Zend J P;Umrikar S H;Murali D (AICRP-FRM, Collage of Home Science, Marathwada Agricultural Univ, Parbhani Maharastra) : Participation, awareness and health problems of women in agriculture. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 119-22.
An attempt was made to elicit the information regarding participation, awareness and health problems of women in agriculture. A survey of 150 rural women was conducted through personal interview method. It was observed that the activities such as weeding, cotton picking, dibbling etc. were solely performed by women. Women spent more than six hours per day in the field. They performed all agricultural tasks in traditional manner and were unaware of the new technologies. Bodyache, headache, pain in knees, hands, shoulder were the common health problems reported by rural women.
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Yadav P;Kunwar N
014459 Yadav P;Kunwar N (Faculty of Home Science, C.S.A. Univ of Agricultural and Technologuy, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh) : Effect of physical exercise and yoga on sexuality of old age persons. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 133-4.
Ageing is a gradual and steady process, which takes place over the entire life span of an organism and is generally defined as a process of deterioration in functional capacity of organism that occurs after maturity. Ageing is defined as "the detrimental changes with time during post maturational life that underline an increasing vulnerability to challenges there by decreasing the ability of the organism to service." Sex is a natural function, very beneficial in loving relationship. As people age, however, the relationship aspects of people sexuality often become a major important aspect of their sexual performance. Physical exercise specially kegel exercise improves and enhances sexuality. Regular yoga practice can have positive effects on sexual relationship.
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Yadav B;Dahiya R;Kundu P
014458 Yadav B;Dahiya R;Kundu P (Home Seience Estension Education Dep, Faculty of Home Science, C.C.S. Haryana Agricultural Univ, Hisar, (Haryana)) : Advantages of improved mustove as perceived by rural women. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 60-3.
Present study, an action-oriented research was undertaken in randomly selected Singran and Bhojraj villages of Hisar district to assess the advantages of improved mud stove covering 45 households wherein improved mud stoves were installed The two direct advantages reported by quite high majority of the respondents were equal distribution of flame and decrease in soot deposition on utensils. Other direct advantages in descending order were consistency of fire burning, increased ease in cooking, better quality chapatis and decrease in fuel and time consumption In terms of reduction in smoke generation and feasibility of using any size, utensils were top ranked indirect advantages very closely followed by decrease in blowing frequency to burn fire and reduction in wavering of flame. Decrease in contact of flame with hands and reduced healdi hazards were other indirect advantages of improved mud stove.
4 tables, 2 ref
Varsha Rani;Khetarpaul N
014457 Varsha Rani;Khetarpaul N (Food and Nutrition Dep, C.C.S. Haryana Agricultural Univ, Hisar, Haryana) : Comparative nutritional analysis of poducts developd from brinjal grown under canal water and sodic water treated with amendents. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 76-80.
Quality of irrigation water affects the crop yield, physical characteristics and nutrient composition of vegetables. Present study, therefore was designed to observe the ameliorating effect of gypsum and farm yard manure on nutritional quality of products prepared with the brinjal grown under sodic water. Bulk samples of brinjal being grown under soil irrigated with canal water (control) and sodic water treated with gypsum and FYM to neutralize 50% sodicity (G1F2) and to neutralize complete sodicity (G2F2) were obtained from the Vegetable Research Farm, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar. Three types of brinjal products i.e. bharta, brinjal pakoda and brinjal potato vegetable were developed and were analyzed for proximate composition and carbohydrate and dietary fibre profile. Contents of protein, fat, crude fibre, ash, carbohydrate and total soluble sugars among three types of brinjal products ranged from 11.70-19.82, 11.27-26.65, 5.50-15.55, 4.95-9.30, 39.88-55.84 and 3.40-4.66 per cent (DM), respectively. All three brinjal products prepared using brinjal irrigated with G1F2 treated water contained (P<0.05) lower amount of protein, fat, crude fibre and total dietary fibre, but significantly higher contents of ash, carbohydrates, total soluble sugar, oxalic acid and polyphenols than those irrigated with canal water and G2F2 treated water. It may be concluded that use of amendments i.e. gypsum and FYM under sodic condition improved the nutrient composition of vegetable products prepared with brinjal grown under sodic water. Complete neutralization of sodicity with these amendments is required to produce the healthy vegetables and their products.
5 tables, 15 ref
Urmila Devi;Verma S K
014456 Urmila Devi;Verma S K (Home Sccience and Extension Education Dep, C.C.S. Haryana Agricultural Univ, Hisar, Haryana) : Women in agriculture : a profile. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 166-70.
Agriculture is the mainstay of nation's economy especially rural community of the Haryana State. In rural areas, women are equally the bread earners of the family and work as much as men in various agricultural operations. Majority of the farmwomen are associated directlyindirectly with the agricultural operations. For study, twenty villages from ten districts were selected purposively on the basis of crops grown in area. A proportionate purposive sample were drawn for each villages comprising of 800 rural women. Personal, social, economic, communication, and psychological variables of the farm women were assessed for each of the selected crop. The pretested structured interview schedule was used to collect data personally. The data collected were processed, tabulated and analyzed by using frequency, percentage etc. Results revealed that most of the respondents were in age group between (below 28 years), belonged to general category caste, illiterate had low family education status, belonged to nuclear family, having landholding between 2.51 to 5.0 acre. Most of the respondents had tube-well and canal as source of irrigation, gross monthly income between Rs. 1500 to 5500, and possessed milch animals up to two. Regarding information input sources, use of localite sources was of high extent while cosmopolite and mass media were used to a low extent. Regarding psychological variables, most of the respondents were having low economic motivation and low risk orientation.
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Urmila Devi;Verma S K
014455 Urmila Devi;Verma S K (Home Scince Exrension Education Dep, Collage of Home Science, C.C.S. Haryana Agricultural Univ,Hisar, (Haryna)) : Techonological training need and interest of the farm women for different crop cultivation operations of Haryana State. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 50-5.
Women play an important role in agriculture. Majority of farm women are associated directly/indirectly with the agricultural operations. Since women are little bit exposed to formal education, imparting training to them on the agricultural work being performed by them would help in improving quality of their work. For this, a critical analysis of their training need was felt necessary with the specific objectives viz. to make a profile of farm women and to assess the technological training need and interest of the farm women. The above study was conducted in six villages, two from ladwa block (Kurukshetra) two from Indri block (Karnal) and two from Bilaspur block (Yamunanagar) of Haryana during 2004-05 and 2005-06. A purposive proportionate sample of 250 farm women, who were actively involved in farming, was selected for the present study. The data were were collected with the help of structured interview schedule. Most of the farm women were in young age group belonging to backward caste, illiterate, having low family education status, neligible social participation belonging to nuclear family with agriculture as their main occupation low innovative proneness. Regarding information input sources, use of localite source were of high extent, while low cosmopolite and mass media exposure. It is concluded that the storage and harvesting were found the most needed and interested training area by farm women with the highest rank of 2.58 and 2.34 mean square, respectively while the medium rank was found for weeding, transplanting, nursery raising, insect-pest management and manure and fertilizer application. The lowest rank of 1.50 average square was found for land preparation and irrigation. Farm women reported their need and interest for farming in rice cultivation. In case of sugarcane growing area most needed interesting training area was harvesting with mean square 2.29 followed by weeding (M.S. 2.29) and storage (M. S. 2.23). Therefore, need-based trainings for farm women should be organized in order to update their knowledge and skills and thereby change in their attitude for cultivation of rice and sugarcane crop more effectively. These experiences can also be utilized for other similar area at global level for farm women.
3 tables, 4 ref
Umrikar S H;Harode S M;Kulkarni J R
014454 Umrikar S H;Harode S M;Kulkarni J R (Family Resource Management Dep, Collage of Home Science, Marthawada Agricultural Univ, Parbhani, Maharashtra) : Effect of household washing methods on reduction of malathion residue in cabbage. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 123-5.
Field and laboratory experiments were carried out to estimate the effect of household washing methods on malathion residues in cabbage. This vegetable was raised in the kitchen garden area of Home Science College, MAU, Parbhani and sprayed with insecticide malathion at fruiting and marketing stage. The residue reduction for cabbage was recorded according to the waiting periods and household washing methods. A significant reduction of malathion residues was noticed after each wash and waiting period. Higher reduction was found in warm water washing with third day waiting period.
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Tikaniya T;Mehta S
014453 Tikaniya T;Mehta S (Home Science Extension Education Dep, I.C. Collage of Home Science, C.C.S. Haryana Agricultural Univ, Hisar, Haryana) : Productive resources and women empowerment. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 193-6.
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Suvidha
014452 Suvidha (Human Development Faculty of Home Science, Banasthali Vidyapeeth, Univ of Banasthali, Tonk, Rajasthan) : Capitalizing the values of child art. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 190-2.
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Singh U;Gandhi S
014451 Singh U;Gandhi S (Home Scienec Dep, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Tepla, Ambala, Haryana) : Imapct of consumer literacy on purchase behaviour of women homemarks. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 29-32.
The study was undertaken on a sample of 120 women respondents selected randomly 40 each from low, middle and high income groups in Hisar city of Haryana State. The data were collected on purchase practices of homemakers by administering a pre-structured interview schedule A consumer literacy package was prepared oh the basis of results of pre-exposure knowledge and was then introduced to study the impact of consumer literacy on purchase behaviour of homemakers. Majority of the respondents were unaware of their consumer rights, responsibilities and protective laws (68.3%) irrespective of income groups. Friends and relatives (65.8%) were the most common source of information for buying goods. Sale gimmicks attracted more of LIG (55%) than MIG (37.5%) and HIG (30.0%) respondents. Getting justice through judiciary was considered as difficult (40.8%), time consuming (31.7%) and costly processes (30%). Ignorance (59.2%) and indifferent attitude (49.2%) among consumers was the perceived reason for non-implementation of laws. The introduction of consumer education through media mix approach led to significant level of gain in knowledge regarding consumer rights, responsibilities aid protective laws. Literacy level of homemakers showed a better impact on purchase behaviour. Hence, there is a need to start a strong and popular consumer movement to promote consumerism in the society.
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Singh S;Pal S;Kunwar N
014450 Singh S;Pal S;Kunwar N (Faculty of Home Science, C.S.A. Univ, of Agricultural and Technology, Kanpur, Uttar predesh) : Advantages of extra-marital relationship in Indian community. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 97-9.
Extra-marital relations are relations to be made and nourished outside the marriage. Extra-marital relations are related to or being sexual intercourse between a married person and someone other than his/her spouse. Extra-marital relation is a pattern of behaviour that seeks satisfactions at the expense of commitment to another. It strikes at the core defining characteristics of marriage. Two people determine to share themselves with each other in a way that is unique to them and not shared by others in a way that is unique to them and not shared by others. They agree that the levels of trust and accountability, expected of each other will be greater man found in any other of their relationships. They share physical, emotional, mental and spiritual intimacy not found in other relationship. Their relationship is permanent and unconditional.
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Singh K;Pathwardhan A
014449 Singh K;Pathwardhan A (Collage of home Science, C.C.S. Haryana Agricultural Univ, Hissar (Haryana)) : Use of software in planning kitchen interiors. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 46-9.
With a little imagination and inexpensive planning the worker can transform the kitchen into a comfortable and pleasant working place and make the kitchen an enjoyable place and unhateful necessity. Keeping this in mind the present investigation was carried out in Hisar and Nagpur districts of Haryana and Maharashtra State, respectively in India. In order to develop a software program on cost estimation of kitchen interiors, relevant statistical procedures were adopted to draw meaningful inferences from interview schedule. A suitable computer programming language was chosen to develop a software that can provide a Graphical User Interface (GUI) to the target audience, and is convenient to use and more informative. Opinion of respondents regarding practicability of software programme on "Cost Estimation of Kitchen" revealed that utility of software was felt "very useful" by most of the respondents.
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Singh K;Bakshi R;Daani S
014448 Singh K;Bakshi R;Daani S (Home Science Dep, Ginni Devi Modi Girls (P.G.) Collage, Modinagar, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh) : Comparative study of supplementary food for children upto age of 2 years in Ghaziabad district. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 103-6.
The quality of human resources of any country is determined by the quality of its child development. The subject of infant feeding need a great emphasis as it concerns not just the 25 to 30 million babies that are born annually in our country but also the several million mothers who are rearing them. Infant and young child nutrition has been engaging the attention of scientists since long for the very simple reason that growth rate in the life of human being is maximum during the first year of life. Infant feeding practices both the breast feeding as well as complementary feeding have major role in determining the nutritional status of child. This exploration is an attempt to study the supplementary feeding practices of children 0-2 years. In this study breast feeding practices, supplementary/weaning practices were studied over 300 children belonging to different socioeconomic groups i.e. Group I (LIG) n=100; Group II (MIG) n=100 and Group III (HIG) n=100.
1 tables, 7 ref
Singh D;Singh A;Tuteja S;Grover E
014447 Singh D;Singh A;Tuteja S;Grover E (Clothing and Texitiles Dep, Collage of Home Science, S.A. AgricultureUniv, and Techonology, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh) : Aesthetic attributes of nightie preferred by ladies. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 42-5.
In modern age, increased level of dress consciousness of individual has contributed to the development of innovative designs. Out of all the night garments of women, 'nighties' have their own place of pride. Therefore, this study was undertaken to determine the lady's preference towards the aesthetic attributes of nighties. The research reveals that 'A' line style with loose fitting and round yoke having front placket opening were most preferred attributes. Square neckline and set in sleeve of short length, attained 1st rank by ladies. Maximum ladies preffered to decorate their nighties with embroidery and laces.
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Singh C K;Dhanda B
014446 Singh C K;Dhanda B (Human Development and Family Studies Dep, I.C. Collage of Home Science, C.C.S. Haryana Agricultural Univ, Hisar, Haryana) : Street children: Lost joys of childhood. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 163-5.
The study was conducted in the slum areas of Hisar City, Haryana and a sample of 60 street children engaged in various activities like rag picking, child labour and beggary was taken randomly. Self prepared questionnaire was used to collect the data on different aspects such as education, income, caste and class, living conditions and psycho-social aspect of children the children were personally interviewed. The results indicated that majority of the respondents (78%) were Hindu with low income group and living in a kaccha house with large family. They had no knowledge of medical facilities and even not availing medical facilities. The children not only lived in a harsh, rejecting and uncaring environment, but also had no facilities for a better future.
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Shinde R;Sarambekar H;Sadhanaumarikar
014445 Shinde R;Sarambekar H;Sadhanaumarikar (Home Management Dep, Collage of Home Science, Marathwada Agricultural Univ, Parbhani, Maharashtra) : Assessment of anthropometric measurement with suitable of table. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 154-6.
This study was conducted on a randomly selected sample of 200 male and female workers in Marathwada Agricultural University Parbhani (Maharashatra) office invariably using tables. Sitting height knee to knee closed and knee-to-knee relaxed along with knee height were considered as important anthropometric measurements for table height and table width. There was positive correlation with table dimensions such as height, width and length and drawer depth of table. Thigh height was negatively correlated with table height, which causes discomfort for worker.
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Sheth M;Vaidya R
014444 Sheth M;Vaidya R (Food and Nutrition Dep, Faculty of Family and Community Sciences, The Maharaja Sayaijirao Univ of Baroda, Vadodara, Gujarat) : Organoleptic and probiotic quality of curd as affected by the preparation techniques used by the households and commercials of urban Vadodara. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 19-23.
Thirty households and 30 commercials were studied for their consumption and preparation techniques using semi structured questionnaire. The results showed that 73% of the subjects consumed curd on daily basis. The curd preparation techniques followed by the subjects of both households and commercial settings differed in the type of milk, source of milk, washing techniques of utensils used for curd setting and curd storage practices. The organoleptic scores showed that branded curd scored higher than hoseholds and other commercial outlets. All the curd samples analyzed had adequate number of probiotic bacteria i.e. in the range of 5.1 x 1010 - 1.2 x 1011 for Lactobacilli and Streptococcus thermophilus and 2 x 108 - 7.5 x 108 for Bifidobacteria. required for alleviating various health problems. Higher counts of E. coli and Shigella were detected in commercial curds as compared to household curds. Curds of all households and commercials except branded samples were contaminated with L. brevis and L. curvatus that resulted in low scores for flavour and texture.
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Shah A A;Tripathi R B
014443 Shah A A;Tripathi R B (Agricultural Extension Dep, Amar Singh Collage, Lakhaoti, Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh) : Effective agricultural information sources for conact and non contact farmers under T and V System of exension in Kashmir. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 64-6.
Study was conducted in agricultural sub division of Tral with a sample size of 192 contact and non contact farmers from 12 villages. The results revealed that radio and television were the most effective, common and easily accessible source of agricultural information for farmers including contact and non-contact groups. Among the Village personal sources, the effective source of information (88.54%) for farmers were neighbours and friends followed by 80.72% progressive farmers of the locality. Among the official sources, Junior Agriculture Assistants (64.58%) and Agriculture Extension Officers 51.04% were their main sources of information. Institutional sources contributed a significant percentage of 63.54% through farmers fair/Kisan Ghoshtees for both categories of farmers.
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Sarambekar H;Shinde R
014442 Sarambekar H;Shinde R (Home Management Dep, Collage of Home Science, Marathwada Agricultural Univ,Parbhani Maharastra) : Correlation of body dimenstions with officer chair. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 126-8.
This study was conducted on a randomly selected sample of two hundred male and female workers in Marathwada Agricultural University, Parbhani (Maharashatra) office invariably using office chair. Maximum body breadth measurements were positively correlated with chair dimensions. This may result in discomfort while using chair. Sitting height, knee height and popliteal height had highly positive correlation with chair dimension. Thigh height, eye height, shoulder height had non significant correlation. Non of the chairs fulfilled the need of respondents because in same chair height of chair was good in other chair seat height was comfortable and it was observed that in many chairs arm height and chair breadth were comfortable.
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Rubal K;Sudha B
014441 Rubal K;Sudha B (Textiles and Apparel Designing Dep, Collage of Home Science, Maharana Pratap Univ of Agriculture and Techn, Udaipur, (Rajasthan)) : Study of colthing satisfaction of wheelchair user with present wardrobe. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 73-5.
The study was carried out to know the satisfaction level of wheelchair bound users with present wardrobe. The study was conducted on 40-wheelchair users selected purposively. Study results reveals that respondents were found satisfied with material of garment and found less satisfied with constructional and functional detail in their clothing they possessed in their wardrobe. Major problem faced by them was in the fitting and length of garment, crotch length, fly and related to fastener.
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Rubab N;Sudha B
014440 Rubab N;Sudha B (Textiles and Apparel Designing Dep, Collage of Home Science, Maharana Pratap Univ, of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur, Rajasthan) : Designing and evaluation of functional pants for lower amputated children. Asian J Home Sci 2009, 4(1), 86-8.
Clothing is one of the most personal component of daily life. Physical disability affects the type of clothing that can be worn. For handicapped, dressing is a very difficult and often impossible task. Thus, there is a great need to design clothing for handicapped and disabled. Respondents faced clothing problem i.e. frequent wear and tear of the garments at armpit level, donning and doffing of the garments, problem with fasteners, bunching of garment at under armpit due to crutches and raising of upper garments. The identified clothing problems were incorporated in pant designs for lower limb amputated and were given to five randomly selected respondents for wear trial. Developed pant designs were found highly suitable and acceptable by lower limb amputated respondents and their mothers.
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