Ramana Pada Pancharatnam
Ramana Pada Pancharatnam lays the spiritual journey of Sivaprakasam Pillai. Pillai was the first to receive written instructions about self – enquiry from Ramana Maharshi. There were questions by Sivaprakasam Pillai and Ramana’s replies to them forming the foundation to the text ‘Nan Yaar’ (Who am I?), a ready reckoner to all Spiritual seekers. His experiences of meeting Ramana, his guidance to him and many other instances have been documented in the works – Anugraha Ahaval, Sri Ramana Charitra Ahaval and Ramana Pada Malai. Smt. Sulochana Natarajan inspired by this work of Sivaprakasam Pillai has composed music and presented the Ramana Pada Malai similar to the lines of Thyagaraja Swamy’s Pancharatna Kritis using ragas Nattai, Goula, Arabhi, Varali and Sri. The pallavi is aptly chosen as Ramanan Padam Vazhgave. The attempt to translate to Kannada has also happened here, giving the english meaning along with the verse. The text also includes stories related to the verses showing Ramana’s life – his compassion towards devotees, animals, and even sinners by reminding everyone about Self enquiry and emphasising on liberating oneself from this world or the cycle of birth and death, resting in the truth of the Self.
Published by: Revathi Sankar, Dr. Ambika Kameshwar
Author: Revathi Sankar
Paper ID: V12I4-1145
Paper Status: published
Published: July 14, 2026
Celebration of Nature in Muruganar’s ‘Ramana Tiruvempavai’
This paper explores the evolution of humanity’s reverence for nature. It traces how early man awed about the elemental forces, gradually changing the amusement into worship. One of the Pancha Bhoota Sthalas, the agni kshetra, Aruanchala is the central axis of spiritual devotion. It celebrates the saints and sages who have been associated with this place, Arunachala. The Tamil Poesy of Arunagirinatharm Kamban, Pamban Swamigal on Arunachala is mentioned and the poems of Muruganar Swamy in the twentieth century which are more than 30,000 verses stand as a monumental offering to Ramana Maharshi. His works are Ramana Sannidh Murai, Guru vachaka kovai and Padamalai gives us a combination of philosophical precision and devotional intensity. Nature’s splendour is also woven here and the silence of Annamalai is brought out. It is said that Muruganar’s poetry was similar to that of Manickavachagar’s poetry. Through Ramana Tiruvempavai, the classicam peace, solitude and natural beauty of Arunachala is shown vividly. It also makes us understand that music, dance and Tamil literature takes us to the Ultimate truth, rather than giving only the factor of entertainment. This transcends an individual to sacred portals of wisdom with Muruganar’s union of poetic genius, spiritual surrender and cultural continuity.
Published by: Revathi Sankar, Dr. Ambika Kameshwar
Author: Revathi Sankar
Paper ID: V12I4-1144
Paper Status: published
Published: July 14, 2026
The Consumer Who Was Once the King of the Market Has Become the Victim of It: A Critical Study on Consumer Exploitation and the Effectiveness of Consumer Protection Mechanisms in India.
Consumers have long been regarded as the foundation of every market, with businesses producing goods and services to meet their needs and preferences. This traditional view gave consumers the status of the "king of the market." However, rapid industrialization, globalization, technological advancements, and the growth of digital commerce have significantly changed this relationship. Today, consumers face numerous challenges, including misleading advertisements, counterfeit products, online fraud, hidden charges, unfair trade practices, and misuse of personal data. These issues have increased consumer vulnerability and raised concerns about the effectiveness of existing consumer protection mechanisms. India has introduced several legal measures to safeguard consumer interests, most notably the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. While the legislation provides consumers with important rights and establishes mechanisms for grievance redressal, the increasing complexity of modern markets continues to pose new challenges. Many consumers remain unaware of their legal rights, and issues such as cyber fraud, deceptive online marketing, and delays in dispute resolution continue to affect consumer confidence. The present study aims to examine the changing position of consumers in the Indian marketplace by exploring the different forms of consumer exploitation and evaluating the effectiveness of consumer protection mechanisms. A descriptive cross-sectional research design will be adopted using a quantitative approach. Primary data will be collected through a structured questionnaire administered to consumers, while secondary data will be gathered from books, research articles, government reports, and relevant legal documents. The study is expected to assess consumer awareness regarding their rights, identify the major challenges faced by consumers in both traditional and digital markets, and evaluate the effectiveness of existing consumer protection systems. Based on the findings, the study will suggest practical recommendations to strengthen consumer awareness, improve the implementation of consumer protection laws, promote ethical business practices, and enhance consumer welfare. It is also expected to contribute to the existing literature by providing a comprehensive understanding of the evolving consumer-market relationship in India.
Published by: Addhiraaj Singh
Author: Addhiraaj Singh
Paper ID: V12I3-1235
Paper Status: published
Published: July 13, 2026
Prediction of migraine onset using AI to analyse Digital Biomarkers
Background: Migraine is a highly prevalent neurological disorder characterized by an unpredictable prodromal phase, during which subtle physiological and behavioral changes precede headache onset. Advances in digital phenotyping and artificial intelligence (AI) offer the potential to detect these changes through passive data collected from smartphones and wearable devices. Methods: This study investigated the feasibility of predicting migraine onset using machine learning models trained on digital behavioral biomarkers. A publicly available dataset comprising 11,879 daily observations from 100 users (January–August 2024) was analyzed. Features included sleep duration, screen time, stress, mood, hydration, and engineered temporal variables such as lag features, rolling averages, and composite risk scores. Logistic Regression, Random Forest, and Gradient Boosting models were developed and evaluated using ROC-AUC, average precision, precision, recall, and five-fold cross-validation. Additionally, a primary survey explored self-reported changes in typing speed and typing errors during the migraine prodromal phase. Results: All three models demonstrated predictive performance above chance, with Random Forest achieving the strongest overall performance (ROC-AUC = 0.674; accuracy = 61.8%). Temporal behavioral patterns were more informative than same-day measurements, with previous-day stress, sleep duration, and composite risk scores emerging as the most influential predictors. Survey findings indicated that approximately 29% of participants perceived slower typing before migraine onset, supporting typing dynamics as a potential digital biomarker, although most participants were unable to reliably recognize prodromal changes without objective monitoring. Conclusion: AI-based analysis of digital biomarkers can identify meaningful behavioral patterns preceding migraine attacks and may enable passive early-warning systems. Although current predictive accuracy is insufficient for standalone clinical use, integrating longitudinal digital phenotyping with explainable, personalized machine learning models could substantially improve proactive migraine management and reduce disease burden.
Published by: Atira Dewan
Author: Atira Dewan
Paper ID: V12I3-1239
Paper Status: published
Published: July 13, 2026
Unlocking Holistic Growth: The Power of Art-Integrated Learning For Middle Schoolers
Art-integrated learning is an inventive and constructivist approach where students illustrate, experiment, and demonstrate concepts through various art forms. This method integrates academic content—facts, ideas, concepts, processes, methods, and skill sets—into the curriculum through the lens of different art forms. Instead of teaching art as a separate subject, educators use dance, drama, music, and visual arts to teach a variety of academic subjects in a more engaging way. By integrating academic concepts with arts, classrooms can achieve 360-degree holistic learning, targeting cognitive, socio-emotional, behavioral, and psychomotor domains. This paper explores 'Arts' as a pedagogical tool and its impact on a child's overall learning and development, emphasizing the role of art-integrated learning in promoting inclusivity in the classroom. Through mixed methodology and comprehensive review of existing literature and research studies, the paper highlights the benefits of incorporating visual arts, music, drama, and other forms of creative expression into core subjects such as math, science, language arts, and social studies. The dynamic and engaging learning environment created by art integration caters to diverse learning styles and enhances academic achievement. Furthermore, the paper underscores the importance of professional development and training for educators to successfully integrate art into their lesson plans and curriculum. Collaboration between co-curricular teachers and subject-area teachers can foster interdisciplinary learning experiences that promote creativity, critical thinking, and academic achievement among students. The effectiveness of art-integrated learning as a strategy for holistic development is reviewed through activities initiated in the middle school section of Kundan Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School, Ludhiana, across various curricular subjects during the 2023-2024 academic session. The findings indicate that art-integrated learning enhances student engagement, motivation, and understanding of academic subjects, fostering creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, and collaboration. Conclusion: With the understanding of art-integrated learning and its practical implications, we conclude that art integration provides a holistic approach to education by incorporating creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, and collaboration into various subjects. It not only enhances academic performance but also fosters social and emotional development, making it an essential component of a well-rounded education. It also improves interpersonal relationships, empathy, emotional management, communication skills, and adaptability to the environment. Given its benefits, the use of an art-integrated learning strategy in schools, especially for the age group of 11-13 years, is highly recommended for its effective and positive outcomes in every aspect of a student's life.
Published by: Komal Arora
Author: Komal Arora
Paper ID: V12I4-1138
Paper Status: published
Published: July 13, 2026
What do our dreams mean? The Subjective Meaning of Dreams
This study explores the subjective nature of "realistic dreams" among adolescents aged 15–18, focusing on how these vivid nocturnal experiences are perceived and interpreted. While much of existing dream research emphasizes physiological data like REM cycles, this paper looks at the personal side—how sensory details and emotional intensity make a dream feel indistinguishable from reality. Using a qualitative approach, detailed accounts from participants were collected via structured questionnaires to identify patterns in dream content and its connection to waking life. The findings suggest that realistic dreams are not random; they are deeply tied to the dreamer’s daily stresses, relationships, and spiritual beliefs. Most notably, the data reveals that the emotional "hangover" from these dreams frequently influences a person’s mood and behavior long after they wake up. By highlighting these personal narratives, the study argues that dreaming serves as a vital tool for emotional regulation and self-reflection during the formative teenage years.
Published by: Anahat Dhami
Author: Anahat Dhami
Paper ID: V12I4-1142
Paper Status: published
Published: July 13, 2026
