JOURNAL OF SOCIAL STUDIES
Volume-III, ISSUE-I
MARCH 2026
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ARTICLES
- Rethinking Sovereignty in the Age of Globalisation – Neo-Geopolitics and the Manipur Borderland
By Prosper Malangmei
Abstract
Globalisation has redefined the classical Westphalian conception of sovereignty. It has questioned the rationality of absolute territorial control. In the context of India, this transformation is evident in Manipur’s borderland, where transnational flows of people, goods, and ideas intersect with state security concerns. In this regard, India faces a dilemma whether to persist with traditional notions of sovereignty by abrogating the Free Movement Regime and militarising control or reimagine its frontiers as transnational spaces of exchange in alignment with the Act East Policy. Neo-geopolitics advocates for connectivity, economic corridors, and interdependence among regions, rather than mere territorial dominance. Globalisation has broken down rigid territoriality, spawning new forms of regional connectivity and influence. Thus, Manipur has become a site where the contradictions between national integration and global engagement are in flux, revealing the evolving nature of India’s sovereignty in a globalising world.
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Published on: 14 March 2026
2. Tribal Communities of India – Cultural Heritage, Socio-Economic Challenges, and Development Measures
By L. GeorgiaAbstract
India is a land of immense cultural diversity, and tribal communities form an essential part of this diversity. Tribal people, also known as ‘Adivasis’, are considered the earliest inhabitants of the Indian subcontinent. They have lived in close association with nature for centuries and have developed unique cultures, traditions, and social systems. Despite their rich heritage, tribal communities have remained socially and economically disadvantaged due to historical neglect, geographical isolation, and limited access to resources. (Outlook India, 2024). Recognizing their vulnerability, the Indian Constitution provides special protection and welfare measures. Over the years, the government has introduced various schemes to improve their standard of living while preserving their cultural identity. This article examines the lifestyle, culture, challenges, and government support systems related to tribal people in India.
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Published on: 14 March 2026
Abstract
This research examines the representation of women athletes currently playing in the Indian Women’s League (IWL) on the official Instagram page of the I-League. Despite growing global advocacy for gender equality in sports, female athletes in India continue to experience significant underrepresentation and limited media coverage. The study aims to investigate the extent of this underrepresentation, focusing on Instagram as a key social media platform for promotion and fan engagement.
The research adopts a mixed-methods approach that combines content analysis of the I-League’s Instagram posts with a survey examining public perceptions of the visibility of male and female footballers in the media. The content analysis evaluates the frequency and type of posts featuring IWL footballers compared to those featuring players from the men’s I-League. It also examines visibility indicators and thematic elements such as images, captions, and narrative focus to understand representation patterns.
The survey targets active and occasional football fans as well as general media consumers. It explores public perceptions of the visibility of women’s football and the level of audience interest in female athletes. The findings reveal a clear disparity in media representation, showing that IWL athletes receive significantly less exposure and engagement on social media compared to their male counterparts.Keywords: Indian Women’s League, I-League, Instagram, media representation, gender equality.
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Published on: 15 April 2026