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Volume-IX

, Issue-II

(SPRING 2024)



01 - Advancing Pakistan's Criminal Investigation System: Embracing Modern Practices ...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).01
10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).01      Published : Jun 2024

    This research paper is an attempt to understand and review the prevailing criminal investigation system and the criminal investigation procedures in the context of Pakistan.It also aims to analyze the modern techniques of criminal investigation being used around the globe and focus on remodeling the investigation system of Pakistan based on modern-day techniques and scientific instruments. The stu... Details
    Criminal Practices, Crimes, Investigation System, Modern Day Techniques in Investigation, Pakistan
    (1) Tabinda Rani
    Lecturer, Department of Law, Hazara University, Mansehra, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Arshad Nawaz Khan
    Assistant Professor, School of Law Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Sabeela Gul
    Lecturer, Department of Sharia and Law, Islamia College University, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.

02 - Exploring Modality Used by Pakistani Politicians during the Election 2024 Campai...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).02
10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).02      Published : Jun 2024

    The present study draws attention to political discourse embedded with ideologies that cannot easily be decoded by a layman. For such a study a newly introduced integrative problem-oriented analytical tool the Power, Ideology, and Manipulation Identification (PIMI) model was created to do the analysis of political discourse and it further discloses the features and variations of language and disco... Details
    Political Discourse, Power, Ideology, Manipulation, Persuasion, PIMI Analysis
    (1) Badal Ram Marwari
    Lecturer, Department of English, Peoples University of Medical and Health Sciences For Women (PUMHSW), Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (2) Jam Khan Muhammad Sahito
    Lecturer, Centre of English language and linguistics (CELL), Mehran University of Engineering and Technology Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (3) Tania Laghari
    Assistant professor, Department of English, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Shaheed Benazirabad, Sindh, Pakistan.

03 - Assessment of the End Users' Perceptions About the Campus Management System: A C...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).03
10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).03      Published : Jun 2024

    Information management systems are in vogue for data gathering, storage, and reporting to make effective decision-making and management. The study was designed to investigate end users' satisfaction with different dimensions of the KCMS (Kohat University of Science and Technology Campus Management System) and their intent to use it. The theoretical basis came from DeLone–information Mclean's... Details
    Systems Quality, Information Quality, Service Quality, User Satisfaction
    (1) Oqba Khan
    PhD Scholar, Institute of Education & Research, Kohat University of Science and Technology (KUST), Kohat, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Faridullah Khan
    Assistant Professor, Institute of Education & Research, Kohat University of Science and Technology (KUST), Kohat, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Rashid Mustafa
    PhD Scholar, Institute of Education & Research, Kohat University of Science and Technology (KUST), Kohat, KP, Pakistan.

04 - Unmasking the Minds of Serial Killers: A Jungian Analysis of Jeffrey Dahmer's an...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).04
10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).04      Published : Jun 2024

    This study examines the cause of evil and the emergence of serial killers' personalities, focusing on Jeffrey Dahmer and Javed Iqbal. Central to this investigation is the debate over whether killers are born evil or shaped by their experiences, highlighting the interplay between nature and nurture in creating notorious criminals. The research explores psychological, cultural, and societal influenc... Details
    Crime, Personality, Sexual Pleasure, Psychological factors, Shadow, Persona
    (1) Nayab Saqib Ghani
    Teacher Assistant, Department of English, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Sadia Nazeer
    Head of the Department (HOD), Department of English, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Anbarin Fatima
    Assistant Professor, Department of English, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.

05 - Climate Change as A Catalyst for Disaster Risk Reduction and Emergency Preparedn...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).05
10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).05      Published : Jun 2024

    Climate change is a profound phenomenon that influences our environment in ways that not only create new problems but also intensify the existing ones. Drawing from comprehensive research, this article explores how climate change fosters change in policies and practices to counter such risks. A mixed method approach was implemented for this study, the first phase includes a quantitative analysis o... Details
    Disaster Risk Reduction (DDR), Climate Change, Ethnography, Resilient Urban Planning, Sustainable Management, Green Climate Fund, Disaster Mitigation, Indigenous Knowledge Integration, Sendai Framewor
    (1) Mian Haris Farooq
    PhD Scholar, Department of International Relations, Muslim Youth University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Abid Ghafoor Chaudhry
    Associate Professor & Chairman, Department of Anthropology, PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
    (3) Muhammad Fahim Khan
    Assistant Professor, Department of International Relations, Muslim Youth University, Islamabad, Pakistan.

06 - Hormonal Influences on Mood: Examining Testosterone and Cortisol in University M...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).06
10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).06      Published : Jun 2024

    This study investigated testosterone and cortisol levels on mood states among university male basketball players who had been preparing themselves for the intervarsity competition 2023-2024. The researcher selected 24 players from the University of the Punjab, Lahore, and Government College University Lahore n=12 each, aged between 19 to 25 years. Psychological states were evaluated using the Prof... Details
    Testosterone, Cortisol, Competition, Basketball players
    (1) Rida Qasim
    M.Phil Scholar, Department of Sport Sciences & Physical Education, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Yasmeen Tabassum
    Assistant Professor, Department of Sport Sciences & Physical Education, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Badar Mohy ud Din
    PhD Scholar, Department of Sport Sciences & Physical Education, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

07 - The Impact of Visionary Leadership on Employee Commitment: Principal Leadership ...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).07
10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).07      Published : Jun 2024

    The aim of the study is to examine the impacts of Principal Leadership on the performance of teachers. The basic objectives of the study were (a) to find the key dimensions of Principal visionary leadership that contribute to employee commitment in educational settings. (b) To explore the role of communication strategies by principals in enhancing employee commitment through visionary leadership. ... Details
    Principal Visionary Leadership, Communication Strategies, Employee Commitment
    (1) Abdul Wahab
    PhD Scholar, The Institute of Education and Research (IER), Kohat University of Science and Technology, Kohat, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Fiaz Ahmad
    M.Phil Scholar, The Institute of Education and Research (IER), Kohat University of Science and Technology, Kohat, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Razia Sultana
    M.Phil Scholar, The Institute of Education and Research (IER), Kohat University of Science and Technology, Kohat, KP, Pakistan.

08 - Comparing Students' Science Motivation and their Achievement in Science Subjects...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).08
10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).08      Published : Jun 2024

    The study was designed to compare science motivation and science achievement (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) based on student gender and school location in Okara district. Using the cluster random sampling technique, 1000 students of 10th grade were selected as a sample of this study. An Urdu version of the Science Motivation Questionnaire was developed by the authors and used to collect data ab... Details
    Science Motivation, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Grade Motivation, Career Motivation, Self-Determination, Self-Efficacy, Intrinsic Motivation
    (1) Muhammad Akram
    Associate Professor, Institute of Education & Research, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan.
    (2) Syeda Aliya Fatima
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Fatimiyah Higher Education System, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (3) Nazir Ahmad
    Associate Professor, HoD, Department of Education, Fatimiyah Higher Education System, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.

09 - EFL Students' Perceptions on the use of Blackboard Technology in English Languag...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).09
10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).09      Published : Jun 2024

    Blackboard is an Internet teaching management platform that allows a virtual learning environment via the Internet. It is the most popular system used by universities and educational institutions worldwide. However, this study is more concerned with foreign language (EFL) students' perceptions of the use of Blackboard in their courses. For this reason, we focused on 100 EFL students as respondents... Details
    Blackboard Technology, English Language Learning, Information Communication Technology (ICT), Perceptions, Technology Integration (TI)
    (1) Najeeb us Saqlain
    Associate Professor, Department of English, ISRA University, Hyderabad, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (2) Moomal Chandio
    Visiting Faculty English, Department of English Linguistics & Allied Studies, NED University of Engineering & Technology Karachi, Sindh,Pakistan.
    (3) Hina Hussain Kazmi
    Chief of Party, USAID WGS Project.

10 - An Insight into the Covenants of the Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him) as an Insp...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).10
10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).10      Published : Jun 2024

    Covenants play a pivotal role in international relations in pursuing peace processes, de-escalating hostilities, and resolving conflicts. Islam advocates all those methods that promote peace as long as they are not contrary to the core principles of Islam and treaties are one such way to achieve peaceful co-existence on the global landscape. This study explores the humane aspects of the treaties c... Details
    Treaties, Covenant, Peace, The Holy Prophet (PBUH), War, Flexibility
    (1) Sana Tausif
    Assistant Professor, Government Girls Degree College, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (2) Tauheed Ullah Siddiqui
    Assistant Professor, School of Law, University of Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (3) Muhammad Atif Aslam Rao
    Assistant Professor, Department of Islamic Learning, University of Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.

11 - Australia's Housing Affordability Challenge: A Comprehensive Analysis of Effecti...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).11
10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).11      Published : Jun 2024

    Australia faces a significant housing affordability crisis, marked by rising house prices and rents. This paper reviews the current state of housing affordability, evaluates existing policy responses, and explores potential solutions to the crisis. Using data from the National Housing Supply and Affordability Council, it highlights the imbalance between housing demand and supply, driven by factors... Details
    Housing Affordability, Policy Solutions, Australia, Housing Supply
    (1) Shahid Rizwan Baig
    Assistant Professor, College of Law, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Lubna Ghulam Sarwar
    Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Government Graduate College for Women, Ali Pur Chattha, Wazirabad, Punjab, Pakistan.

12 - Pedestrian Experiences in a Megacity: A Case Study of Walkability in Johar Block...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).12
10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).12      Published : Jun 2024

    In the dynamic urban landscape of Johar Block-15, Karachi, this research investigates residents' perceptions of walkability, a crucial aspect of urban life. Survey data reveals significant concerns about safety, overall walkability, cleanliness, infrastructure adequacy, and connectivity to amenities. Most respondents express dissatisfaction and emphasize prioritizing and investing in enhancing wal... Details
    Pedestrian Accessibility, Environment, Karachi City, Live Perception; Pedestrian Movement, Environment, Urban Planning, Sustainable Environment
    (1) Afraz Ahmed Memon
    MCRP (Master of City and Regional Planning), Department of City and Regional Planning, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (2) Imtiaz Ahmed Chandio
    Professor, Department of City and Regional Planning, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (3) Rabia Soomro
    Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Campus, Khairpur Mir's, Sindh, Pakistan.

13 - The Correlation of Emotional Intelligence with Students Academic Resilience in U...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).13
10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).13      Published : Jun 2024

    The purpose of this study was to analyze the relationship of emotional intelligence with academic resilience. A sample of 400 students were taken from 10 different departments of the university of Malakand. These 10 departments were further accumulated into 3 faculties i.e. 1. Faculty of Physical Sciences, 2. Faculty of Social Sciences, 3. Faculty of Arts and Humanities.  Among these, 4 of th... Details
    Academic Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Correlation, Students, University of Malakand
    (1) Tahira Riaz
    Independent Researcher, Department of Education, (Department of Psychology), University of Malakand, Chakdara, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Asghar Ali
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, University of Malakand, Chakdara, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Abid Khan
    Data Analyst, University of Malakand, Chakdara, KP, Pakistan.