Bhatter College Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies

Category: Vol 11 No 1 2023

  • Tradition and Evolvement of the Practice of Sanskrit in Dantan

    Trina Das , Sanatan Das , Sukumar Khorda

    1,2,3 Department of Sanskrit, Bhatter College, Dantan

    [Article History: Received: 10 Sept 2023. Revised: 25 Sept 2023. Accepted: 30 Sept 2023. Published: 5 Oct 2023]

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    Abstract

    Dantan is a renowned historical place in the district of Paschim Medinipur. There are so many kings who have marked their achievements from ancient times. They were all sensible to the tradition of Sanskrit learning and practice. They had been extending their helping hands to Sanskrit writers sometimes as patron and sometimes as providing land tenure. The influence of Buddhism is notably evident in Dantan. The Buddhist monks and followers have recorded their books and various instances in Devanagari and Sanskrit for the development of the practice of Sanskrit. We will try to focus on the Tols, Chatuspathis, Educational Institutions, Libraries, Sanskrit Lovers, or Teachers and on those who have written books on this Sanskrit learning and practice. We have noticed that there are so many instances in old houses and temples. We will also explore if the teachers engaged in renowned Tol and Chotuspathi have any work in this era. Even Bhatter College, Dantan is a renowned name for this practice. The Sanskrit department was started in 1963 and there are so many renowned professors who have taught here. We will try to explore their works too. This article will investigate deeply the manuscripts and books available in Dantan, Old Schools, Historical Places, and libraries for the development of this practice. The use of Sanskrit in various religious ceremonies is notable. Lastly, this article will thoroughly explore all the works related to the practice of Sanskrit in Dantan with great importance. This project is largely based on a field survey and likely with the help of ancient documents.

    Keywords: Tol, Chatuspathi, Tirtha, Acharya, Madhya, Upadhi, Dantan

    Sustainable Development Goals: Quality Education

  • Water Quality Assessment of the Subarnarekha River at Dantan

    Sutapa Chakrabarty , Subhankar Sardar  

    1,2 Department of Chemistry, Bhatter College, Dantan

    [Article History: Received: 10 Sept 2023. Revised: 25 Sept 2023. Accepted: 30 Sept 2023. Published: 5 Oct 2023]

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    The present study was carried out to assess the water quality status of the Subarnarekha River at the nearest area of Dantan, Paschim Medinipur during summer time. Water samples were collected from three sampling stations. The water samples were analyzed for 9 physicochemical parameters by standard methods followed by APHA 1985 [1] and the following results were: Temperature 31.2-33.40 C, pH 7.8-7.99, Electrical Conductivity 349-368 µ mho, Total dissolved solids 223.4-235.5 mg/l, Total Alkalinity 91-96.95 mg/l, Total Hardness 76.8-86.7 mg/l, Calcium 25.92- 27.84 mg/l, Magnesium 12.28-16.32mg/l, Chlorides 21.27-31.91 mg/l. The analyzed physicochemical parameters were below the maximum permissible limit of Indian standards (IS: 10500). So, from the physicochemical analysis, it is observed that the water quality of Subarnarekha River is satisfactory at the nearest area of Dantan and hence suitable for irrigation and human consumption with minimal treatment but after disinfection.

    Keywords: Subarnarekha River, Dantan, Water Quality, Physicochemical Parameters

    Sustainable Development Goals: Clean Water and Sanitation

     

     

     

  • The Hindi-speaking Society in Bengal: A Case Study of Dantan and Belda

    Pranab Barman , Priyaranjan Patra , Subhasundar Pradhan , Uttam Maikap  

    1,2,3,4 Bhatter College, Dantan, Department of History

    [Article History: Received: 10 Sept 2023. Revised: 25 Sept 2023. Accepted: 30 Sept 2023. Published: 04 Oct 2023]

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    In the latter half of the 19th century, the railways expanded rapidly, and people from the Hindi-speaking belt of India migrated to different parts of the country in search of trade and commerce. These astute people settled in areas with good connectivity, market accessibility, and scope for trade and commerce. Along with Europeans, they gradually emerged as a decisive trading group. Soon after, they started regulating local trade and commerce. To Bengalis, these people were foreigners. For Bengalis, people from Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh are all from the same land of ‘Marwar,’ so all were ‘Marwaaris’ for them. These Hindi-speaking people played an active role in the development process of the region. They engaged in social extension and development activities and changed the financial structure of the region. After two to three generations, they are no longer foreigners; this has become their homeland. This article explores their journey from being foreigners in this land to making it their homeland and becoming a part of this region. Additionally, it delves into the new social and cultural dynamics of Dantan and Belda.

    Keywords: Hindi, Diaspora, Society, Midnapore, Urbanization

      Sustainable Development Goals: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

  • Endangered Smithy Cottage Industry in Dantan: A Socioeconomic Analysis

    Swastick Sen Chowdhury , Amit Das , & Mir Ahammad Ali
    1.2.3 Bhatter College, Dantan, Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal, India.

    [Article History: Received: 24 August 2023. Revised: 12 Sept 2023. Accepted: 15 Sept 2023. Published: 21 Sept 2023]

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    West Bengal’s Dantan hamlet, in the Paschim Medinipur district, is well-known for its in-house antique smithy cottage industry. The industry, which was once a source of pride and respect for the community, is now in a dangerously decayed condition. The goal of the paper is to examine the nature of the industry and the potential causes of its endangerment. To carry out the research, a primary survey based on a questionnaire and interview method is undertaken on five sample industries that were purposefully chosen. Analysis of the results is done, and ideas or enhancements for the rebirth of this smithy operation are discussed.      

    Keywords: Smithy Cottage Industry, Income, Expenditure, Employment.

    Sustainable Development Goals: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

     

  • The Role of Education in Ensuring the Continuity of the Zamindar Families’ Sustainability

    Amit Kumar Das & Dr Swastick Sen Chowdhury
    1,2 Bhatter College, Dantan, Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal, India

    [Article History: Received: 24 August 2023. Revised: 12 Sept 2023. Accepted: 15 Sept 2023. Published: 21 Sept 2023]

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    In the post-independence era, the majority of the ‘Zamindar families’ were sound financially. Although, in later times, few of them could retain their nobility, standard of living, family status, and family traditions, while the rest sadly could not hold it. This research work tries to explore the role of education in the sustainability of the royal families. For this, we have purposively surveyed two Zamindar families: Monoharpur and Angua which are near the ancient place, ‘Dandabhukti’. Data regarding educational status, livelihood, contribution to education & society, and reckonable achievements are collected, tabulated, and analysed accordingly.

    Keywords: Socio-economic study, Zamindar-families, Role of Education, Knowledge-economy

    Sustainable Development Goals: Quality Education