Abstract

This study investigates the evolving landscape of currency usage in Sri Lanka, analyzing the dynamic interplay between the sustained reliance on traditional cash (notes and coins) and the rapid proliferation of digital payment methods. Historically, cash has dominated Sri Lankan economic transactions, but recent advancements in financial technology, increased smartphone penetration, and government initiatives promoting digital payments have significantly altered consumer and business behaviors. This abstract explores the socio-economic drivers behind the continued preference for cash among certain demographics (e.g., rural populations, informal sectors) while simultaneously examining the factors accelerating the adoption of digital… Read more: The Evolution of Currency Usage in Sri Lanka: Balancing Digital Transactions and Traditional Cash

This study explores the complex psychological factors that contribute to recidivism, the tendency for individuals to re-offend after being released from incarceration. Drawing on various theoretical frameworks within criminology and psychology, this abstract identifies key psychological constructs influencing persistent criminal behavior. These include cognitive distortions (e.g., faulty thinking patterns, rationalizations of criminal acts), personality traits (e.g., impulsivity, lack of empathy, sensation-seeking), and the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) such as trauma, abuse, and neglect on psychological development. Furthermore, the role of mental health disorders (e.g., antisocial personality disorder, substance abuse disorders) and their… Read more: The Psychological Underpinnings of Recidivism

This anthropological study investigates the evolving nature of festival traditions in contemporary Sri Lanka, examining how these culturally significant practices are being reshaped by the twin forces of globalization and rapid urbanization. Historically, Sri Lankan festivals, deeply rooted in religious beliefs, agricultural cycles, and community solidarity, served as vital mechanisms for cultural transmission and social cohesion. This research employs ethnographic methods to explore how modern influences, including the pervasive reach of digital media, increased consumerism, migration patterns, and the commodification of culture, are altering the performance, meaning, and participation in traditional festivals such as… Read more: The Transformation of Festival Traditions in Contemporary Sri Lanka: Impacts of Globalization and Urbanization