Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Wee Yeap Lau Author-Workplace-Name: University of Malaya Title: Private Retirement Scheme Funds: Will the Asset Allocation Strategy Work For Retirees? Abstract: One of the principal-agent problems is the asymmetric information between fund managers and investors. To mitigate this issue, this study conducts the return-based style analysis on Private Retirement Scheme funds to their asset allocation strategy. Our results show: First, conservative funds have a strong focus on fixed income products rather than equity. Second, in terms of asset allocation to equity, on average, growth funds have a higher allocation to foreign equity of 16.28 per cent, followed by moderate funds of 9.18 per cent; Third, growth funds focus on large growth stocks, while moderate funds focus on large value stocks. However, three observations deserve our attention: First, a high degree of selection for the conservative fund will entail higher transaction cost; and second, in terms of the degree of style and selection, conservative funds do not vary much from growth funds. In other words, there is no distinct product differentiation between the two categories; Lastly, there is a wide disparity in asset allocation across the conservative funds. This implies some degree of risk-taking by some fund managers. These results suggest that the financial goals of retirees will be undermined if PRS funds do not focus on their mandate. Keywords: style analysis, equity style management, asset allocation, performance, retirement fund Journal: Shanlax International Journal of Economics Pages: 1-13 Volume: 8 Issue: 1 Year: 2019 Month: December DOI: 10.34293/economics.v8i1.1173 File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/1173 File-Format: text/html File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/1173/1167 File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:acg:journl:v:8:y:2019:i:1:p:1-13 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Sangharsha Baliram Sawale Author-Workplace-Name: Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University Title: The Prelude of Skill Development for Women Enterpreneurs Abstract: The skill development means is the trainings which isprovide by the institutions or government to improve the skill, quality and efficiency for the entrepreneurs at the workplace. The importance of the trainings to ensure avaibility of skilled manpower at all management levels, enhancing ability, potential among entrepreneurs, increase, efficiency, maintain and enhance, product quality, minimize wastages in production process, reduce fatigue and increase speed of work etc. Todays Government support to the women entrepreneurship development through MSME and DIC and another side make in India, start Up India, stand up India and other various schemes also. And to develop the entrepreneurship Government provides the various types of trainings and skill developments programmers to the people who wanted to start their business, entrepreneurs to start their business and develop their business successfully.
This paper emphasized on the skill development programmes for women entrepreneurs by the government of India. For the purpose of women entrepreneurs development. The research paper is based on secondary data which is available on the websites, journals, book and articles. Keywords: The role of women entrepreneurs in MSME, Government Schemes, Challenges faced, Distribution of various types Journal: Shanlax International Journal of Economics Pages: 14-16 Volume: 8 Issue: 1 Year: 2019 Month: December DOI: 10.34293/economics.v8i1.1175 File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/1175 File-Format: text/html File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/1175/1168 File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:acg:journl:v:8:y:2019:i:1:p:14-16 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: S Prethesa Mercy Author-Workplace-Name: Scott Christian College Author-Name: C Selva Smiley Author-Workplace-Name: Scott Christian College Title: A Study on Economic Conditions of Jasmine Flower Cultivators at Thovalai Village in Thovalai Taluk of Kanyakumari District Abstract: Jasmine is one of the oldest fragrant flowers cultivated by man. The flower is used for various purposes viz; making garlands, bouquet, dew rating hair of women and religious offerings. It is also used for the production of jasmine concrete which is used in cosmetics and perfumery industries. More than 80 jasmine spices are found in India of which only three spices are used for commercial cultivation. The objectives are (i) To know about the economic conditions of flower cultivators, (ii) To know about the problems of flower cultivators. Agriculture is being a state subject. Many states have established state marketing boards with representatives of farmers including small and marginal farmers. They should be given more power and provided with the necessary facilities and resources. Unless the farmers themselves become up, on amount of state assistance can substantially improve their economic conditions. Keywords: Jasmine Flower, Economic Condition, Marketing, Irrigation, Problem, Storage Journal: Shanlax International Journal of Economics Pages: 17-20 Volume: 8 Issue: 1 Year: 2019 Month: December DOI: 10.34293/economics.v8i1.864 File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/864 File-Format: text/html File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/864/1174 File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:acg:journl:v:8:y:2019:i:1:p:17-20 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: K Ramabose Author-Workplace-Name: Ayya Nadar Janaki Ammal College Author-Name: S Ganesan Author-Workplace-Name: Ayya Nadar Janaki Ammal College Title: A Study on Household Sector Energy Consumption of Rural and Urban Areas in Virudhunagar District of Tamil Nadu Abstract: The word �Energy� is derived from the Greek word �energeia�, which means �in work�. It is the power or capacity to do work. Energy has become an important and one of the basic infrastructures for human development and economic growth of a country. Energy is the universal measure of all kinds of work and its consumption has been increasing worldwide. It has become a basic requirement of today�s life. In fact, it is the backbone of present day civilization. Thus, with an increase in the living standard of human beings, the energy consumption is also accelerated. There is a strong correlation between standard of living and energy consumption. Any physical activity in this world, whether carried out by human beings or by nature, is caused due to the flow of energy in one form or the other? Energy is required to do any kind of work. The work output depends on the energy input. The capacity to do work depends upon the amount of energy one can control and utilise. Keywords: Energy, GDP, Panchayats, IAYS, CMSPGH Journal: Shanlax International Journal of Economics Pages: 21-31 Volume: 8 Issue: 1 Year: 2019 Month: December DOI: 10.34293/economics.v8i1.902 File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/902 File-Format: text/html File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/902/1175 File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:acg:journl:v:8:y:2019:i:1:p:21-31 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Sangharsha Baliram Sawale Author-Workplace-Name: Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Mrathwada University Author-Name: Madhavee Devrao Karpe Author-Workplace-Name: Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Mrathwada University Title: Skill Development and Women Entrepreneurs in India Abstract: The skill development means is the trainings which is provide by the institutions or government to improve the skill, quality and efficiency for the entrepreneurs at the workplace. The importance of the trainings to ensure avaibility of skilled manpower at all management levels, enhancing ability, potential among entrepreneurs, increase, efficiency, maintain and enhance, product quality, minimize wastages in production process, reduce fatigue and increase speed of work etc. Today�s Government support to the women entrepreneurship development through MSME and DIC and another side make in India, start Up India, stand up India and other various schemes also. And to develop the entrepreneurship Government provides the various types of trainings and skill developments programmers to the people who wanted to start their business, entrepreneurs to start their business and develop their business successfully.

This paper emphasized on the skill development programmes for women entrepreneurs by the government of India. For the purpose of women entrepreneurs development. The research paper is based on secondary data which is available on the websites, journals, book and articles. Keywords: The role of women entrepreneurs in MSME, Government Schemes, Challenges faced, Characteristics, Distribution of various types, Contribution in Economy Journal: Shanlax International Journal of Economics Pages: 32-36 Volume: 8 Issue: 1 Year: 2019 Month: December DOI: 10.34293/economics.v8i1.1323 File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/1323 File-Format: text/html File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/1323/1177 File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:acg:journl:v:8:y:2019:i:1:p:32-36 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: N Harish Author-Workplace-Name: Adarsha PU College Title: Cost and Benefit Analysis of Contract Farming Abstract: This article focused on cost-benefit analysis of contract farming. The cost benefit analysis includes total cost, total income and profit before and after contract farming of respondents. Total cost calculated without fixed cost and with fixed cost, profit also calculated with fixed cost and without fixed cost. Contract farming is beneficial to farmers after contract farming. The total cost should be considered without fixed cost. Keywords: Agriculture, Farmers, Income, Expenditure, Profit Journal: Shanlax International Journal of Economics Pages: 37-46 Volume: 8 Issue: 1 Year: 2019 Month: December DOI: 10.34293/economics.v8i1.723 File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/723 File-Format: text/html File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/723/1182 File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:acg:journl:v:8:y:2019:i:1:p:37-46 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Harish Tigari Author-Workplace-Name: Davangere University Author-Name: H K Swathi Author-Workplace-Name: Davangere University Title: Cost-Benefit Analysis of Chilli Seed Production Abstract: In agriculture the cost-benefit is often used to assess different adaptation approaches while cropping by the farmers. The present study intends to investigate cost-benefit associated with chili seed production by farmers in monetary term and identify the economics of seed production based on general information and responses of farmers. The study area is Arasikere which is located in Harapanahalli taluk. The study addresses the profitability of farmer based chilly seed production. The study used data, collected from farmers who are producing the chilly seed. The quality seed characterized with high germination and vigour, genetically and physically pure, free from borne diseases and insect post with relatively low moisture contain. Primary data has been collected by the farmers through structured questionnaire and random sampling technique was used while selecting the respondents. For analyzing the costs and benefits of seed production, average costs, average revenue and average return are calculated. Keywords: Seed production, Agriculture, Chilly, Cost-benefit analysis, Income Journal: Shanlax International Journal of Economics Pages: 47-52 Volume: 8 Issue: 1 Year: 2019 Month: December DOI: 10.34293/economics.v8i1.1145 File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/1145 File-Format: text/html File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/1145/1187 File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:acg:journl:v:8:y:2019:i:1:p:47-52 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Harish Tigari Author-Workplace-Name: Davangere University Author-Name: R Aishwarya Author-Workplace-Name: Davangere University Title: Capital Markets in India: A Conceptual Framework Abstract: The history of Indian capital market goes back to the 18th century when the securities of East Indian company was traded. The contribution of Indian capital market for the sustainability of Indian economy is considerably since the year 1890�s. The capital market plays a role in terms of wealth distribution and economic development of a country like India. Capital market acts as a transformer of savings into capital investment. The capital market has witnessed a major reforms since the implementation of New Economic Policy 1991 and thereafter. The Indian government and SEBI have adopted the various reforms in order to enhance the performance of Indian stock exchanges. The present study tries to analyze the recent reforms in Indian capital market from the year 2010 onwards. The present research is largely based on the secondary data. The statistical facts and figures regarding the growth and development of the capital market was available from various journals, publications and websites. Keywords: Capital market reforms, New economic policy 1991, Indian economy, Stock exchanges & Indian government Journal: Shanlax International Journal of Economics Pages: 53-59 Volume: 8 Issue: 1 Year: 2019 Month: December DOI: 10.34293/economics.v8i1.1321 File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/1321 File-Format: text/html File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/1321/1188 File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:acg:journl:v:8:y:2019:i:1:p:53-59 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: W Sunitha Author-Workplace-Name: Nesamony Memorial Christian College Title: The Tourism industry - An Economic Outlook Abstract: The present study deals with the impact of tourism industry on economic development. The study of tourism industry has drawn the attention of scholars and researchers at national and international levels. This is because tourism has become an integral part of human life. In fact, this is the oldest and fast growing industry. it makes human life happy and frees from family as well as professional burdens. So the peopleof all categories whether rich or poor, young or old give importance to tourism. Tourism not only provides pleasure, entertainment, direct experience, knowledge but also changes our life style. It also causes socio-economic and cultural changes in many ways. Further, it has been a source o employment, income and cultural changes. Hence, this study focusses on the impact of tourism on economic out look at macro level. Keywords: Tourism, Tourist Arrivals, E-Tourist Visas, Foreign Exchange Earnings, Ministry of Tourism Schemes, Preference of Tourist Journal: Shanlax International Journal of Economics Pages: 60-66 Volume: 8 Issue: 1 Year: 2019 Month: December DOI: 10.34293/economics.v8i1.832 File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/832 File-Format: text/html File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/832/1189 File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:acg:journl:v:8:y:2019:i:1:p:60-66 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: TK Sameena Author-Workplace-Name: Madurai Kamaraj University Title: Service Quality in UAE Higher Education Institutions (HEIs): A Comparative Analysis in Students' Perspective Abstract: The education service can be described as a high contact, consumer and people based service. With the changes in customer education and the job market, the market for unconventional courses is increasing. So no marketer can afford to ignore these markets. As the education service is intangible, inseparable and perishable, certain implications exist for marketing. Service quality is not consistent for all customers or even a single customer at all times. So the marketers' job becomes tough. They are required to ensure that these features of the education services are better utilized to meet the varying needs of the customers. Keywords: Service Quality, Higher Education Institutions, Core Service Quality Journal: Shanlax International Journal of Economics Pages: 67-74 Volume: 8 Issue: 1 Year: 2019 Month: December DOI: 10.34293/economics.v8i1.1313 File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/1313 File-Format: text/html File-URL: https://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/economics/article/view/1313/1190 File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:acg:journl:v:8:y:2019:i:1:p:67-74