Social Sciences: Recent submissions

  • Impact of Inflation on Economic Growth in Sri Lanka 
    Vijayanathan, V.S. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    It is broadly assumed that modest and stable inflation rate stimulates economic growth of a country. Modest inflation encourages savers, enhances investments and therefore speed ups economic growth of the country. The ...
  • The Impact of Insurance Service on Risk Management of Small-scale Business in Rural Areas 
    Kumari, J.A.P. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Insurance service is one of the key services, provided by microfinance institutions to their beneficiaries with micro credit such as property insurance and life insurance. Losses of the business and clients' health ...
  • SAARC in the Sea: Harnessing Regional Cooperation through Blue Economy 
    Mukherjee, P. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Blue Economy will provide an extensive framework for cooperation in the field of Ocean Economy among SAARC countries for sustainable development in the Bay of Bengal and Indian Ocean Region. It embraces mutually valuable ...
  • Effects of Inclusive Growth Policies on Economic Development in Sri Lanka 
    Dr.Henegedara, G.M. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Inclusive growth in terms of sustainable wealth creation and inclusion of all segments of the society becomes the pivotal factor of economic development planning in many countries. As an emerging market economy, the ...
  • China's Silk Road Diplomacy, OBOR, and its Impact on Pakistan 
    Ratnaweera, K.H.B.O. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    This research comprises a study of the Chinese New Silk Road diplomacy, One Belt One Road, and its impact on Pakistan. The study focuses on analysing the controversial Chinese intentions which led China to implement ...
  • A Study on India –Sri Lanka Cooperation since 2015 under the UNF and BJP Governments 
    Thalpawila, O.N. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    The bilateral relations between United People Freedom Alliance government in Sri Lanka and Congress Party government in India had deteriorated since 2015. Although, the Indian government assisted a number of post war ...
  • Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) and Tourism in Indian Ocean Region 
    Wickramasinghe, D.K. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Indian Ocean Rim Association for Regional Cooperation (IORARC), is an inter-governmental organization initiative of the Indian Ocean Rim countries, established in 1997 with the aim of promoting economic cooperation and ...
  • Regional Cooperation in South Asia: Problems and Prospects 
    Dr. Raju, T.N. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    The 21th century is a century of integration wherein man-made barriers were shattered. The significant trend of recent international relations is the trend towards regionalism. This is driven by the urgency of channelling ...
  • Labour Movement from Private Sector to Public Sector and Drivers of Labour Movement in Sri Lanka 
    Withanage, H.H.; Kularatne, M.G. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Labour movement, especially seeking employment opportunities from one sector to another is a very common factor in the era of globalization. In the mixed economic system, labour moves between private sector and the public ...
  • Revisiting Indonesia’s Global Maritime Fulcrum Vision (Smart Power Strategy of Indonesia) 
    Wijesinghe, K.M.H.V. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Global Maritime Fulcrum (GMF) is the vision of Indonesia to become a sovereign, advanced, independent, strong maritime nation that is able to provide positive contribution for peace and security of the region as well as ...
  • Strengthening Exports for Unifloral Honey through E-traceability 
    Srivastava, A.; Dr.Dashora, K. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    The food industry is becoming more consumer-oriented today. Honey is being increasingly consumed for its high nutritive value and its immense contribution to human health. Globally, the annual honey production is about ...
  • Impact of Land Cover Changes on Steep Slopes in Central Highlands for Accelerating the Landslides in Sri Lanka: An Experience from Aranayaka Landslide 
    Silva, T.M.; Dr. Sakalasooriya, N. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    This paper discusses the nature of the impact of land cover changes which has been occurred in Central Highlands in intensifying the landslides. The land cover on the steep slopes in Central Highlands of Sri Lanka has ...
  • The Impact of Upstream Dam Construction on Livelihood of People in the Mekong Delta 
    Hang, T.T.T. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    The Mekong River is one of the largest rivers in the world origins from Tibet and flowing through China, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Cambodia into the Bien Dong in Vietnam. Hydropower development project of Mekong Basin ...
  • Farmers’ Perceptions of Climate Change on Sri Lankan Agriculture: Case Study of Kurunegala District 
    Upananda, V.; Norbert, S.A. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Farmers are accustomed to cope with year-to-year changes in the climate but climate change is expected to accelerate the need and magnitude of farmers’ adaptation. Based on a survey of farmers in Kurunegala District (89 ...
  • Agro-Forestry Practices In Tea Cultivation Arears With Special Reerence To Nuwaraeliya, Sri Lanka 
    Sumanapala, M.R.N.S. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Agro-forestry is an activity that combines production on the same plot of land, with annual agricultural activities and delayed long term production by trees. The hill country plantation area is mainly concerned with tea ...
  • The Implementation of Development Projects in Sri Lanka for a Sustainable Development Administration of Environmental Management:A Study of the Housing Project for Resettlement of People at Wilaththakulam Silawatura in Wilpattuwa Conservation 
    Somarathna, D.H.A.S. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Sri Lanka is one of the countries which have been subjected to many serious socio–economic problems. During the last 50 years the country has changed beyond recognition. In a fast changing world it is inevitable. The ...
  • Socio-economic Status and Adaptation Strategies of Flood Victims in Selected Grama Nilaghari Divisions in Lower Valley of Kaluganga 
    Siriwardana, S.H.S.M.; Herath, H.M.B.S.; Alwis, R.H.N.S. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Flood is the most frequently experienced natural hazard in Sri Lanka that can affect the socio-economic status of the number of communities living in flood-prone areas in the country. Kaluganga (River Kalu) valley is ...
  • Librarians’ Perceptions of Successful Leadership Skills of University Libraries in Sri Lanka : With reference Western Province Universities 
    Dharmarathne, B.A.N.D. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Leadership skills are the strengths and abilities of individuals which help the oversee processes, guide initiatives and steer their employees toward the achievement of goals. Leadership skills are an essential component ...
  • A Desk Study: The Use of Public Relations in Promoting Films 
    Ruwanpathirana, I. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Film is an art form which is basically to entertain people through visual storytelling. On the other hand, it is a business which has been a huge revenue driver in the entertainment industry. However, not all films succeed ...
  • Picturing the Sri Lankan War: A Study on the Practice of War Reporting and Photojournalism 
    Madushanka, H.A.G. (4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018)
    Photojournalism is a form of journalism that employs images in news reporting. In conflict reporting, the news value of a photo is high. A photo speaks louder than words and war-related news always has a high demand in ...

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