Journal of Social Sciences Advancement

Impact of Financial Development and Industrialization on Environmental Degradation: Evidence from South Asian Countries

2026-02-20T00:40:31+00:00

CO2 emissions may affect economic growth and development. It has been observed that emissions are the result of increased energy use, industrialization, and urbanization in Asian countries. Emissions are rising faster than natural rates. Considering the effects of financial inclusion on CO2 emissions, we have examined how industrialization, urbanization, and income inequality affect the emissions in South Asian economies by using data from 2005 to 2020. Fixed effect results show that financial development is the key driver of CO2 emissions. Findings also point out that industrialization and urban population also enhance the CO2 emissions. Finally, income inequality also seems to be affecting the emissions in developing countries. The study suggests that there should be more provision of a clean environment. Energy policies should focus on the supply of better-quality energy by using other sources. Rapid industrialization must contribute to environmental degradation. And finally, there is a dire need to control the urban population for low environmental degradation.

Modeling the Young Adults E Waste Recycling Intentions an Extended Theory of Planned Behavior

2026-02-27T10:14:53+00:00

Every year Pakistan generates around 390 thousand metric tonnes of e-waste. This e-waste growth is estimated to increase by 5 percent yearly. A huge challenge is to manage the e-waste in a sustainable and environment friendly way. In this context, e-waste recycling is considered as a win-win strategy for environment protection in developing countries. In order to promote and facilitate recycling, it is very essential to understand the socio-psychological factors affecting consumers’ intention towards e-waste recycling. For this purpose, extended Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) framework used to analyze socio-physiological factors impact on the young adult’s intentions on adopting e-waste recycling. The cross-sectional data collected from 407 young adults from Faisalabad and employed a structural equation modeling to explore study objectives. The study findings show that subjective norms, perceived behavioral control, sense of duty, awareness of consequence, recycling habits positively influenced the young consumers' e-waste recycling behavior. Moreover, structural model results revealed that subjective norms had highest impact on the young consumers' e-waste recycling intentions. Therefore, these findings can be used by policy makers to devise some incentive policies and programs to motivate young adults to participate in e-waste recycling. Effective approaches should be developed to foster young adults’ positive recycling habits, environmental benefits awareness and social norms realization, in order to increase their enthusiasm for participating in e-waste recycling activities. This study presented evidence about the effectiveness of extended Theory of Planned Behavior when appraising the young consumers' recycling intentions towards e-waste. From a practice point of view, this study conclusion surfaced a vital scientific basis for developing countries to encourage young adults to recycle e-waste for environmental protection.

Sino-ASEAN Cooperation: Impact on Peace & Stability of the Southeast Asian Region

2026-03-20T04:20:49+00:00

This study analyzes the impact of China and ASEAN relations on the peace and stability of the Southeast Asian region. Further, this study addresses the important question of the impact of China-ASEAN cooperation on the peace and stability of the region. The main purpose of this study is to investigate the spillover effect of the Sino-ASEAN cooperation on the peace and security of the Southeast Asian region. In the preceding paragraphs, the paper argues that China and ASEAN have established closer cooperation for their respective economic and strategic interests. China and ASEAN have become interdependent in the pursuit of their interests. The interdependence between China and ASEAN has resulted in cooperation, which has paved the way for a peaceful environment in the region. Thus, the Sino-ASEAN relationship has become a source of peace and stability in the region. Both parties are carefully handling their bilateral issues as they are well awared about the significance of peace and stability for the smooth economic development. This paper is based on the data collected for the doctoral thesis submitted to the University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Pakistan.

Exploring the Paternal Socio-economic Factors Associated with Low Birth Weight: Evidence from A Country Data

2026-04-03T03:36:09+00:00

This research explored the paternal factors associated with low birth weight (LBW). The study's sample size (n = 7461) was derived from the Pakistan Demographic and Health Survey (PDHS) data collected in 2012-2013. The documented socio-economic factors pertained to the mothers who had delivered their last child within the past five years and participated in PDHS. In PDHS, 19.9% of the fathers were found to have infants with LBW. We employed a multivariate logistic regression analysis in SPSS to analyze the data. The findings showed that the risk of LBW was greater among fathers residing in small cities (aOR 1.39; 95% CI 1.14-1.71) and rural areas (aOR 1.79; 95% CI 1.51-2.13). The risk of SSB was higher for those fathers who had education up to the primary level (aOR 1.34; 95% 1.09, 1.64). Similarly, the risk of SSB was higher among unemployed fathers (aOR 1.20; 95% CI 1.00-1.44) as compared to the skilled ones. Additionally, the risk of LBW babies is higher in poor fathers (aOR 1.86; 95% -1.60-2.16) compared to the richer ones. However, the father’s age is not associated with LBW. Based on the results, practical recommendations are proposed.

The Governance–Academics Nexus: Mediation through Institutional Infrastructure — A Pathway to Quality Enhancement in Higher Education

2026-04-08T01:42:55+00:00

Persistent concerns regarding the quality of higher education in Pakistan have increasingly drawn attention to the role of institutional governance and the conditions through which it influences academic quality. Although governance is frequently assumed to enhance academic performance, its effect may depend on the adequacy of institutional infrastructure. The present study therefore examined the governance–academics nexus by investigating the mediating role of institutional infrastructure in promoting quality enhancement at the Institute of Education and Research (IER). Using a cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 120 participants, including students, faculty members, and administrative staff. A structured questionnaire was used to measure perceptions of governance, institutional infrastructure, and academic quality. The proposed relationships were tested through structural equation modeling using IBM SPSS AMOS 24. The findings indicate that governance exerts a strong and significant influence on institutional infrastructure, whereas its direct effect on academic quality is weak and statistically insignificant. Institutional infrastructure, however, demonstrates a significant positive effect on academic quality and substantially mediates the relationship between governance and academic outcomes. The mediation model showed an acceptable fit with the data, suggesting that improvements in governance primarily contribute to academic quality through the development of adequate physical, technological, and learning resources. The study highlights the central importance of institutional infrastructure as the mechanism through which governance translates into quality enhancement in higher education. The findings imply that higher education institutions seeking to improve academic quality should complement governance reforms with sustained investment in infrastructure and learning facilities.

Monetary Policy, Health Expenditure and Human Development: Empirical Evidence from Asian Countries

2026-04-08T02:57:46+00:00

It has been observed that monetary variables and health expenditure enhance human development. We have tried to show the effect of money supply, interest rate, and health expenditures and exports on human development of Asian countries. Data has been used from 2000 to 2024 to check this dependent and independent variables relationship. Human development index was used as dependent variable. On the other hand, money supply, interest rate, health expenditure and exports were taken as independent variables. We have also used OLS regression in this research. The study finding showed that money supply has increased human development. However, interest rate seems to be affecting negatively the human development. Foreign direct investment also has enhanced human development. Finally, exports also contribute positively towards human development. It is suggested that focus should be made more on financial stability of Asian countries. Government should emphasize on the stability of money supply and interest rate to have more development. There is a dire need to allocate more finances towards health in these economies. More incentives should be given to improve more exports and human development.

Association between Talent Management and Private Business Organizations Performance in Punjab, Pakistan

2026-03-31T06:02:57+00:00

Talent management (TM) is a critical function that significantly influences organizational performance. Recognizing its importance, this study examines the relationship between talent management and the performance of private business organizations in Punjab, Pakistan. The research focuses on three sectors—hotel, courier, and educational services—in Faisalabad. A sample of 300 employees was randomly selected, with 260 valid responses analyzed after data cleaning. Data were collected by using a structured questionnaire using a Likert scale. Reliability testing produced a strong alpha value (0.81), confirming consistency. Statistical tools, including Chi-square, Gamma, and correlation tests, were applied to assess the relationship between TM and organizational performance. The findings indicate that key elements of effective talent management include employees’ awareness of organizational strategic plans, possession of necessary skills, measurable performance goals, and achievable objectives. The results show a highly significant, positive, and strong association between talent management and organizational performance. The study concludes that talent management is a crucial predictor of improved performance in private organizations. It recommends integrating TM practices into employee training and development programs to enhance organizational effectiveness.