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Factors Affecting Peasants' Choice and Usage of Pesticides: A Qualitative Study in a Northeastern Rural Area of Bangladesh
Corresponding Author : Md. Shahgahan Miah (shahgahan-anp@sust.edu)
Abstract :
The performance of the agricultural sector has a huge effect on the economy of Bangladesh. It creates jobs, reduces poverty, improves human resources, and ensures enough food for everyone. Choosing and using pesticides correctly is the biggest obstacle to successful and sustainable farming. Because peasants mainly depend on pesticide dealers and the indigenous healing system, this study explores factors related to pesticide selection and usage that negatively impact the environment and health. We used a qualitative study design and conducted…
Bangladesh-India Economic Relations: A Study on Cross-Border Trade
Corresponding Author : Dr. Fahmida Aktar (fahmida-pss@sust.edu)
Abstract :
The present study attempts to examine the bilateral economic relationship between Bangladesh and India, focusing on the contemporary cross-border trade dynamics across Bangladesh-India border. The central question of this research is: Do cross-border formal trade initiatives strengthen Bangladesh-India bilateral trade relationship? On the basis of both primary and secondary data, this paper investigates the answer of this query, addressing major problems and challenges regarding the proper functioning of cross- border formal trade initiatives between Bangladesh and India. This research also…
Challenges of the Coastal Communities towards Coping Strategies and Adaptation Options to the Scarcity of Safe Drinking water
Corresponding Author : Mohammed Moniruzzaman Khan (mmkhan@du.ac.bd)
Abstract :
Coastal areas of Bangladesh are affected by salinity intrusion and sources of safe drinking water in these areas are very inadequate, which is much lower compared to non-coastal other areas of the country. This study explores adaptation options, coping strategies and their challenges to scarcity of safe drinking water in the south- western coastal region of Bangladesh. Taking the vulnerability assessment framework approaches into consideration, this study has been conducted following the methodological triangulation (mix of qualitative and quantitative approach).…
A Study of Learner Autonomy in Tertiary Level Language Classes
Corresponding Author : Tasnia Mizan Chowdhury (tasnia-eng@sust.edu)
Abstract :
Learner autonomy refers to the ability of a responsible and autonomous learner to make major learning decisions. An autonomous learner takes charge of his/her own learning and is less dependent on the teacher and therefore tends to be a better learner. This paper explores to what extent the principles of learner autonomy are applied in the language classrooms of the private: universities in Sylhet. A qualitative exploratory approach has been adopted for this paper and the English language classrooms have…
Factors Influencing Financial Development in Bangladesh: An ARDL Bounds Testing Approach
Corresponding Author : Dr. Md Mahbubul Hakim (hakim-eco@sust.edu)
Abstract : Financial sector development is essential for achieving sustained economic growth. However, there has been insufficient and unequal financial development in Bangladesh. So, it is crucial to determine the variables that have an impact on the development of the financial sector. Therefore, the focus of this research is to explore the factors that have influenced Bangladesh's financial development from 1976 to 2019 by using the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) bounds testing method. The dependent variable is broad money as a percentage…