The rapid integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education, particularly through tools such as ChatGPT, has transformed traditional teaching and learning practices. While some educators perceive AI as a valuable support system that enhances creativity, personalization, and efficiency, others remain cautious; emphasizing the risks of dependency, reduced critical thinking, and overreliance on machine-generated outputs. This study explores the perceptions of in-service teachers regarding the role of AI tools like ChatGPT in enhancing teaching and learning. Using a qualitative thematic analysis of responses collected from practicing teachers, the study identifies both positive and negative orientations towards AI adoption in education. The findings highlight a dual narrative: on one hand, AI is acknowledged as an enabler for lesson planning, personalized learning, and administrative support; on the other hand, concerns are raised about diminished originality, ethical dilemmas, and potential misuse by students. These insights suggest the need for balanced, informed, and critical integration of AI in classrooms, where teacher agency and human creativity remain central. The study contributes to the growing discourse on responsible AI adoption in Indian classrooms and offers directions for professional development programs that equip teachers with skills for ethical and effective AI use.

Dr. B. R. Ambedkar is one of the most important personalities in the Indian history whose work for social justice, mainly for marginalised community, is even today being remembered. He remained an important proponent of land reform, and agricultural matters in relation to addressing the socio-economic imbalances that existed in pre independent India. This social injustice was further manifested in economic injustice in the exploitative landownership patterns and the Zamindari system strengthened it (Ambedkar, 1993). There was a strong focus on land redistribution by such arrangements which were to liberate Dalits and the backward classes from the clutches of intermediaries in land dealing and get them equitable land rights to a means of livelihood and economic dependence. He also began speaking about the importance of state intervention in agriculture, supporting modern techniques and the provision of land, water and other resources to dispossessed communities and cooperative farming. His vision was one of true social and economic justice which would be made possible through the empowerment of the agricultural sector, the backbone of India’s economy. Arun Kumar and I have tried to actively critique Ambedkar Ian land reform ideas and its relevance in contemporary Indian political economy. It evaluates how his advocacy has affected land reform policies, the agrarian sector, and Dalit empowerment. The paper also examines challenges surrounding implementation of his vision, and lessons for future reform. Dr Ambedkar's dedication to social justice guides India’s agricultural and land reform debate.

This research paper examines Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's perspectives on land reforms and the agricultural sector in India. As the principal architect of India's Constitution and a prominent social reformer, Ambedkar's economic thought has profound implications for understanding India's agrarian structure and potential reform pathways. This paper analyzes Ambedkar's critique of traditional landholding systems, his advocacy for the abolition of the Khoti and Mahar Watan systems, his proposals for state socialism with nationalization of land, and his arguments for agricultural industrialization. Drawing from his writings, speeches, and policy recommendations, this analysis contextualizes Ambedkar's agrarian vision within both his broader social justice framework and contemporary economic debates of his time. The study concludes that Ambedkar's land reform proposals were revolutionary for their era and continue to offer relevant insights for addressing persistent agrarian inequality in India.

This paper investigates the enduring intersection of caste and economic development in India, emphasizing how caste-based inequalities persist despite decades of economic growth. Drawing upon interdisciplinary literature, government surveys, and scholarly analyses, it highlights how caste remains an entrenched determinant of access to land, education, employment, credit, and entrepreneurial opportunities. The research critiques neoliberal development paradigms for being caste-blind and underscores the inadequacy of welfare schemes and affirmative action in tackling deep-rooted social stratification. It calls for a transformative shift in policy, advocating for an inclusive growth model that integrates social justice and adopts intersectional frameworks addressing caste, class, and gender. The study emphasizes the importance of structural transformation over symbolic inclusion and redistribution and suggests alternative frameworks such as cooperatives, caste-neutral economic zones, and community-led development models to foster equitable development. A caste-sensitive policy lens, the paper concludes, is essential for ensuring sustainable and inclusive economic growth in India.

Social development, gender equality, and economic growth are all significantly influenced by women's employment. This paper traces the origins of women's labor force participation in India from the earliest reform movements to the present. The groundwork for women's future economic participation was laid by historical figures like Savitribai Phule and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, who played a crucial role in promoting women's rights and education. Women's access to employment was progressively enhanced after independence by a number of legislative changes and improvements in education. But even with advancements, there have been notable swings in India's female labor force participation rate. Due to sociocultural barriers, a lack of employment opportunities, and discrimination based on gender, participation fell in the early 2000s after reaching a peak in the late 20th century. Current patterns indicate a favorable change, with increased participation in the formal economy, digital platforms, and entrepreneurship brought about by government programs, microlending, and rising levels of digital literacy. Increased household income, better child welfare, more innovation, and possibly a rise in India's GDP are among the advantages. On the other hand, issues like underrepresentation in leadership roles, unequal pay, informal work, and restricted access to safe workplaces and childcare continue to exist. The study comes to the conclusion that despite the fact that Indian women are becoming more educated and skilled, structural obstacles still prevent them from reaching their full economic potential. India must enact gender-sensitive labor laws, increase educational and skill-development opportunities, and create encouraging work environments in order to attain inclusive growth as well as home.

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, the principal architect of the Indian Constitution, was not only a social reformer but also a profound economist. His economic thoughts emphasized social justice, equitable distribution of resources, and financial inclusivity. This paper explores Ambedkar’s economic vision and its relevance to sustainable growth and development in India. His ideas on land reforms, industrialization, labor welfare, and fiscal policies continue to influence India's economic strategies. The paper also examines how his principles align with contemporary sustainability goals. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a pioneering economist, social reformer, and constitutional architect of India, laid the foundation for economic policies that emphasized social justice, economic inclusivity, and sustainable development. His economic vision aimed at eradicating poverty, ensuring equal resource distribution, and fostering industrial and agricultural growth. This paper explores Ambedkar’s economic ideas in the context of sustainable development, focusing on his contributions to labor welfare, water resource management, land reforms, and financial planning.