Global Social Sciences Review

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Global Social Science Review (GSSR) published by Humanity Publications, a leading publishing house in Pakistan in research and analytics, that assists researchers in advancing research outcomes for societal benefit. To wipe out societal ills and to add the humanity by boosting up measures among the individuals of the global society. GSSR intends to promote qualitative and quantitative researches and findings with the help of newly emerging tools and patterns utilized in experiments, observations, interviews, analysis and surveys by encircling all major segments of Social Sciences and Multi-disciplinary academic and research disciplines. GSSR is a multi-disciplinary, double-blind peer-reviewed research journal that encompasses major disciplines of social science, i.e. Government & Politics, Human & Society, Historical & Regional Studies and Education & Mass Studies in general, with a specific interest in the sub-disciplines detailed at www.gssrjournal.com

The Core Aims and Objectives of GSSR Journal include:

  • To advance research in all sectors of Social Sciences
  • To promote publishing of high quality theoretical and empirical research scripts
  • To develop global networks among academicians, researchers and professionals for interaction and mutual cooperation
  • To encourage different genres in creative and research writing
  • To enhance the diversity, multiplicity and miscellany of the research on society in general



Cultivating Trademark Excellence: Revolutionizing Protection in Pakistan Siddiqa Naushen, Tauheed Ullah Siddiqui, Muhammad Pervez Abstract:

Traditionally, trademarks were regarded as useful instruments for the identification of the source thus legal protection was provided to them. However, recently, trademarks have advanced as efficient instruments for both commercial and social communication in a fresh yet difficult environment. This article attempts to evaluate and analyze the present trademark regim... read more PDF     Full Text

Readiness Assessment for Online Learning among Students in Public Sector Universities Samina Gul, Rabiah Mohyuddin, Marium Ansari Abstract:

The objective of the study was to explore Student Readiness in Online Learning Environment:  Student readiness in the online learning environment is a crucial factor in determining academic success. The research was descriptive and to attain the objectives a sample of a total of 300 students 92 male and 208 female students from the Bahauddin Zikariya University... read more PDF     Full Text

Parents' Advice-Based Discipline Selection and its Impact on Academic Performance in Higher Education: Insights from Students’ Perceptions Abdus Samad, Irfanullah Khan, Mudassar Hussain Abstract:

This study emphasizes the common perceptions of students regarding discipline selection on their parents’ advice and its impact on academic attainment in tertiary education. The objective of this particular study was, to find out the effect on academic achievement of discipline selection on parental advice. A mixed-method approach was utilized. The target popu... read more PDF     Full Text

China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC): Security Threats and Challenges for Pakistan and China Faisal Ahmad, Asma Hussain, Sibtain Abbas Abstract:

The two countries being strategic partners, both Pakistan and China are confronted with a number of security threats and challenges in their respective regions. Internal security threats are a burning issue for Pakistan they include; terrorism, insurgency, sectarian violence, and separatist movements. These threats are often associated with various outside agents, e... read more PDF     Full Text

Psychological Wellbeing and Coping Strategies of ADHD Child Caregivers Ambreen Anjum, Shahbaz Sharif, Muhammad Rashid Abstract:

Psychological Well-being was discovered as a dynamic that included the subjective, Psychological, and social dimensions and health-related behaviors. A caregiver burden is the type of stress that caregivers experience because of the hurdles and challenges of caregiving.  To assess the burden of caregivers of children with ADHD and examine the psychological well... read more PDF     Full Text

Malady of the Mind: Mapping Dimensions of Mental Disorder through Narratological Lens in Jonathan Rosen’s The Best Minds Nida Amjad Chuhan, Sidra Nasir Qureshi, Abdul Bari Khan Abstract:

This paper proffers mapping Mental Disorders by employing a narratological lens in Jonathan Rosen's The Best Minds: A Story of Friendship, Madness, and the Tragedy of Good Intentions focusing on the volatility of emotions, malady of mental disorder through the spectrum of narratology and positing conundrum to the mind. It emphasizes how the mechanism of storytelling... read more PDF     Full Text

Journalism Versus Anchorism: A Case Study of Sar-E-Aam Program of ARY TV and its Reporting Approaches Samina Kalsoom, Bakht Zaman, Arooba Iftikhar Abstract:

The study explores the effects of media with regard to different programs designed to highlight social issues. This is the critical analysis of “Sar e Aam” programmes by the ARY News. It is known for attracting viewers through investigative journalism, and the content claims that it exposes corruption, crimes, and social injustices through operations. Th... read more PDF     Full Text

From Repression to Wholeness: A Jungian Analysis of Anima Integration and Individuation in Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter Muhammad Bilal Khan, Inam Ullah, Abdul Qayyum Abstract:

In Nathaniel Hawthorne’s (1967) The Scarlet Letter, Arthur Dimmesdale, a minister in the ... read more PDF     Full Text

Coverage of Women's Empowerment Issue in Pakistani Newspapers: An Agenda-Setting Perspective Samia Manzoor, Fatima Mushtaq, Sabiha Ibrahim Abstract:

In the current research, a quantitative content analysis of four leading newspapers Dawn, Daily Times, Nawa-i-waqt, and Daily Jang was conducted to investigate the patterns of coverage of women empowerment. The time period for this study consisted of November 2023 to April 2024. The results showed that Urdu newspapers gave more coverage to the issue at hand as compa... read more PDF     Full Text

Frame Analysis of Digital Games Isma Waseem Abstract:

Despite the ubiquitous use of digital games, there is lack of scholarship on the use of framing in the narrative of digital games. Like other media, the games inevitably frame the issues in their narrative. Digital games are multifaceted where gameplay dynamics and narrative elements coalesce and create an immersive experience for the player. Owing to this interacti... read more PDF     Full Text

English Linguistics in the Nexus of Economic Growth and Cultural Evolution Sadaf -, Muhammad Zeeshan Naseer, Ahmad Sheraz Abstract:

This article investigates the profound role of English linguistics in shaping economic growth as well as cultural evolution in a world that is highly globalized. With the language ascending toward its status as a global lingua franca, it has greatly influenced international trade, labor mobility, and digital communication, thereby enhancing international economic in... read more PDF     Full Text

Scope

GSSR is an inter-disciplinary, trans-disciplinary, and multi-disciplinary, cross-national journal offers a podium for disseminating and developing theoretical, empirical & pragmatic research across the social sciences and related disciplines. Echoing the objectives of the HumaPub it emphasizes the publication of work that engages with issues of Human & Society and concern across the world, and highlights the implications of that work for policy making, academic research & professional practice.

Contributions are welcome from all Social Sciences (multidisciplinary & interdisciplinary) fields which have relevant and insightful comments to make about the social sciences. The GSSR’s broad scope facilitates the discovery of connections between disciplines and communities.

GSSR welcomes all those topics and titles which are directly or indirectly impacting, effecting or relating particularly to the Human and Society in general.

Global Social Sciences Review-GSSR considers original research and review articles in the following (not limited to) sections and broad topical areas:

SCOPE

  1. Human and Society
  • Social Work
  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • Gender Studies
  • Urban Studies
  • Tourism & Hospitality
  • Anthropology
  • Business and Economics
  • Criminology & Penology
  • Human Rights
  • Law
  1. Education and Mass Studies
  • Mass Communication
  • Elementary, Secondary & Higher Education
  • Curriculum
  • TESOL
  • Transformative Education
  • Adult Education
  • Health & Physical Education
  1. Historical and Regional Studies
  • History
  • Heritage & Architecture
  • Geography
  • Pakistan Studies
  • Area Studies    
  • Asian & African Studies
  • American & European Studies                                                         
  1. Government and Politics
  • Political Science
  • International Relations
  • Defense & Strategic Studies
  • Peace & Conflict Studies
  • Public Policy
  • Management & Public Administration
  • HR & Leadership
  • Developmental Studies
  1. Human Society & Sciences
  • Public Health
  • Psychiatry
  • Cyber & Artificial Intelligence
  • Computational Social Sciences
  • Statistical Knowledge
  • Industrial Relations
  • Information Sciences & Library Sciences
  • Media Sciences
  • Maritime Studies
  • Bio-Societies &. Bioethics
  • Technology & Development Studies
  • Sports Sciences & Leisure Studies
  • Mathematical Methods in Social Sciences
  • Environmental & Climate Studies
  1. Human & Arts
  • Language & Linguistics
  • Literature & Culture
  • Fashion & Designing
  • Archeology
  • Philosophy
  • Religion
  • Radio, Television & Film

Note: This List is not exhaustive, writers are connected to send articles pertaining to inter-disciplinary, trans-disciplinary, and multi-disciplinary perspectives (all related topics and subject) Social Sciences encircling all aspects of Humanity and Human Society. We at GSSR appreciates the value of newly emerging aspects.

 

Editorial Board
Chief Editor

Dr Arab Naz, Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Malakand, KP, Pakistan.
arab_naz@yahoo.cm

Editor

Dr. Manzoor Ahmed, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, KP, Pakistan.
Manzoor_ahmad31@yahoo.com

Associate Editor

Dr. Mohammad Fayaz, Associate Professor, Department of Agricultural & Applied Economics, Agriculture University Peshawar, KPK, Pakistan.
mfayaz@aup.edu.pk

Managing Editor

Muhammad Bilal, Assistant Registrar, Women University, Swabi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,Pakistan.
bilal12625@gmail.com

Advisory Board
Member

Dr. Muhammad Naseer Ud Din, Professor, Department of Education and Psychology, Kohat University of Science and Technology (KUST), KPK, Pakistan..
dr.naseeruddin@kust.edu.pk

Member

Dr. Sana Malik, Associate Professor, School of Engineering & Technology, Sunway University, Malaysia.
architectsana@live.com

Member

Dr. Farzand Aali Jan, Pro Rector, Brains Institute Peshawar, KPK, Pakistan.
sevdam90@hotmail.com

Member

Dr. Sadia Anjum, Professor, Department of Economics, University of Layyah, Punjab, Pakistan.
s_anjum31@yahoo.com

Member

Dr. Shaheena Ayub Bhatti, Professor, Department of English, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan.
shaheenaabhatti@fjwu.edu.pk

Member

Dr. Deepali Rani Sahoo, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Law, Symbiosis International Deemed University (SIU) Pune, India.
sahoodeepali4u@gmail.com

Member

Dr. Aye Mengistu Alemu, Professor, Faculty of Economics, SolBridge International School of Business, Daejeon, South Korea
aye.alemu@elmhurst.edu


Analysis of MPhil/PhD Supervisor's Relationship Development and Communication Competence Muhammad Sher Baz Ali , Ashfaque Ahmad Shah , Muhammad Sarwar Abstract:

The purpose of this research was to analyse the relationship development and communication competence of MPhil/PhD supervisors. A confirmatory mixed-methods research design was used to conduct the study in two stages. For both phases, 360 MPhil/PhD graduates and 72 supervisors were selected from four public universities in Punjab using a multistage sampling technique. Data were collected electr... read more PDF     Full Text     Views (19405)

Shah Waliullah and his Concept of Welfare State: An Analysis Zahir Shah , Muhammad Zubair , Jan Alam Abstract:

Muslim scholars have contributed enormously to the concept of welfare State. Among them Shah Waliullah is the rising sun who was born in South Asian sub-continent in the 19th century. He was holding the firsthand knowledge of Quran and Hadiths, the first primary sources in Islam. Shah Waliullah's point of view regarding welfare state occupies central theme in his works. His basic concepts like ... read more PDF     Full Text     Views (19066)

Political Islam in Perspective Zahid Anwer , Nelofar Ikram Abstract:

The paper critically evaluates the notion that political Islam is a threat to world peace. The argument is developed in the light of Islamic history and fundamentals of Islam and the research is based on primary and secondary sources. There was a time when magical influence of Muslims in every field of life (socio-economic, Political scientific) was conspicuous. For instance, Al Farabi's books ... read more PDF     Full Text     Views (11855)

Causes of Teacher's Favoritism and Its Effects on the University Students: A Case Study Amjid Ali , Dost Muhammad Khan, Mujeeb Hussain Abstract:

This study aims at exploring and examining the causes of teacher's favoritism and its effects on the university students. Quantitative tools are applied to collect data for the study and to check its reliability. The results of the data reveal that the teachers favor the students on the basis of gender, race, area, similar political ideology and family/blood relation. The study also indicates t... read more PDF     Full Text     Views (10075)

Effect of Self-Regulated Learning Strategies on Eighth Grade Students' Motivation for Learning English Umm e Habiba, Tahira Batool, Sayeda Ayesha Abstract:

This was proposed to investigate the effect of self-regulated learning strategies on students’ motivation for learning English. This was an experimental research. Intact group pretest and posttest of design was utilized for data collection. Intact groups (experimental and control) of student studying in eighth class were selected voluntarily. Experimental group was taught with SRL strateg... read more PDF     Full Text     Views (8863)

Manifestation of Gender-Binaries in Pakistani Television Commercials: A Semiotic Analysis Muhammad Haseeb Nasir, Muhammad Safiullah , Sana Hussan Abstract:

The current study investigates the prevalent gender-binary narrative in Pakistani television commercials. It tends to portray the dominant gender representational mechanisms which are implicitly employed by the advertisers. Television commercials, having the power to (re)frame the ideology of larger audience through visual/linguistic content and agency to pave the way for social change have bec... read more PDF     Full Text     Views (7768)

An Exploration of Issues and Challenges Faced by Students in Distance Learning Environment Asaf Niwaz, Qazi Waqas Ahmed, Sohail Kamran Abstract:

This paper investigates the issues and challenges encountered by students obtaining distance education in Pakistan. We conducted interviews with students obtaining distance education and they were enrolled in different study programs. Qualitative interviews were conducted to understand the perception of the study participants regarding the issues and challenges faced by them in learning. Studen... read more PDF     Full Text     Views (7292)

Effects of Integrated lessons on Learning Urdu Language Skill of Students at Primary Level Naseem Zaidi , Sufiana Khatoon Abstract:

The study explores the effectiveness of integrated and traditional instruction method in developing reading and writing skills in Urdu language at primary level. As an experimental study it used Pretest, post-test and control group design in finding these effects. The researcher developed integrated instruction model for Urdu language by combining contents of Urdu and Islamic Studies by adoptin... read more PDF     Full Text     Views (6820)

Politics of Identity and Redrawing the State Boundaries in India: An Historical Perspective Muhammad Shoaib Malik, Azhar Mahmood Abbasi, Saima Gul Abstract:

This article will examine the idea of new states/provinces in India. How India created 16 new states on ethno-lingual, and other lines and accommodate the ethnic groups. The case study of India is focussing on the different factors; including constitutional setup and role of different political parties of India in making of the new state. The following three basic questions investigate the pape... read more PDF     Full Text     Views (6707)

Comparative Analysis of the Scholars Perception about Research in Public and Private Universities in Pakistan Nasrullah Khan , Niaz Mohammad Aaijaz, Mohammad Idris Abstract:

The base of a successful university in providing quality education and practical knowledge for improving the lives of the youths in terms of social, economical and intellectual development are only possible through promoting research culture. Research conduct and writing is the most important tool for identifying remedial recommendations for education and related problems. This research present... read more PDF     Full Text     Views (6441)


Shah Waliullah and his Concept of Welfare State: An Analysis Zahir Shah , Muhammad Zubair , Jan Alam Abstract:

Muslim scholars have contributed enormously to the concept of welfare State. Among them Shah Waliullah is the rising sun who was born in South Asian sub-continent in the 19th century. He was holding the firsthand knowledge of Quran and Hadiths, the first primary sources in Islam. Shah Waliullah's point of view regarding welfare state occupies central theme in his works. His basic concepts like ... read more PDF     Full Text     Downloads (157)

Hamlet and Pluralism: A Postmodernist Metaphor Muhammad Ayub Jajja Abstract:

The present study means to investigate Hamlet in the light of postmodernist-Deconstructive theoretical framework. The play seems to reinforce the overarching dominant patriarchal meta-narrative, with supposed unitary voice and unified identities. The current reading means to show that the play is a metaphor of postmodernism with pluralistic subjectivities, multiple alternative micronarrative vo... read more PDF     Full Text     Downloads (93)

Causes of Teacher's Favoritism and Its Effects on the University Students: A Case Study Amjid Ali , Dost Muhammad Khan, Mujeeb Hussain Abstract:

This study aims at exploring and examining the causes of teacher's favoritism and its effects on the university students. Quantitative tools are applied to collect data for the study and to check its reliability. The results of the data reveal that the teachers favor the students on the basis of gender, race, area, similar political ideology and family/blood relation. The study also indicates t... read more PDF     Full Text     Downloads (81)

Effects of Integrated lessons on Learning Urdu Language Skill of Students at Primary Level Naseem Zaidi , Sufiana Khatoon Abstract:

The study explores the effectiveness of integrated and traditional instruction method in developing reading and writing skills in Urdu language at primary level. As an experimental study it used Pretest, post-test and control group design in finding these effects. The researcher developed integrated instruction model for Urdu language by combining contents of Urdu and Islamic Studies by adoptin... read more PDF     Full Text     Downloads (75)

Ideology, (Mis)perceptions and (Re)construction of Political Identities: A Critical Discourse Analysis of Imran Khan's Political Speeches Aisha Rauf , Farhat Sajjad , Mehwish Malghani Abstract:

This study examines the persuasive strategies of Imran Khan's political discourse. It also highlights the covert ideological practices as they are embedded in his political speeches. The analysis is based on the theoretical perspective of Fairclough and Van Dijk. This study analyses the linguistic elements and contextual facets to find hidden ideologies. The findings suggest Khan use of multipl... read more PDF     Full Text     Downloads (51)

Servant Leadership and Enhancement of Organizational Performance Muhammad Hashim, Muhammad Azizullah Khan, Saqib Adnan Abstract:

The Servant Leader Model is a theory that advances administration, supports trust, coordinates effort, future-arranges and utilizes moral capacity to engage others, focusing on good ethical practices. This study inspects the faculty of public and private universities in Peshawar for elements of servant leader behavior (wisdom, emotional healing and persuasive mapping) and effect on performance.... read more PDF     Full Text     Downloads (41)

Developing English Speaking Skills: Enforcing Testing Criteria Nailah Riaz, Sham Haidar, Riaz Hassan Abstract:

Language is product of four skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. English language learning and examination has been reduced to reading and writing in Pakistan, at the University level. However, English Speaking Skills (ESS) are in high demand in professional life. ESS require testing and grading like English writing skills. This study is based on developing ESS through testing crit... read more PDF     Full Text     Downloads (41)

A Comparative Study of the Kashmir Conflict Coverage in Pakistani and Indian Press Ayesha Saddiqa, Farish Ullah Yousafzai Abstract:

The paper compares the coverage of JNK conflict in the Pakistani and Indian English press. The objective of the study is to figure out the differences in the coverage of Kashmir conflict by the Indian and Pakistani press along with determining the prominence of war or peace frames in the coverage. Content Analysis was carried out of the news stories published on the international and national p... read more PDF     Full Text     Downloads (39)

The Portrayal of Piggy's Mind in Lord of the Flies in the Light of Ghazalian Theory of Soul and Freudian Psychoanalysis Shumaila Mazhar, Mehwish Malghani, Shabana Akhtar Abstract:

This study inquires into the intricacies of the human mind, as portrayed through the character of Piggy in William Golding’s Lord of the Flies. For an in depth analysis, the theoretical framework of Ghazali (1058-1111) and Freud (1856-1939) is used. The study has adapted Attride Sterling’s (2001) model of textual data analysis. This analysis, inside the parameters of the selected th... read more PDF     Full Text     Downloads (38)

A Perspective on Saudi Soft Power and Cultural Diplomacy Abdulilah R Alkatheeri, Muhammad Khan Abstract:

This research analyzes the soft power and cultural diplomacy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Over the years, the Kingdom has been using its cultural diplomacy as an instrument of foreign policy for the promotion of its soft power at regional and global level. The analysis suggest the use of soft power and cultural diplomacy are part of Kingdom’s foreign policy, bringing a wider gesture of... read more PDF     Full Text     Downloads (37)