A socio-economic study of ritual functionaries (SEVAKS) of world-famous shri Jagannath temple, Puri, India

S Samanta,P Rautaray,R.K Nanda,David Lagourie Gosling

doi:10.1080/23311886.2019.1669382

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Abstract

This research analyses the impact of the world-famous Lord Sri Jagannath Temple on the socio-economic conditions of the ritual functionaries of the temple of Puri in eastern India. The number of Ri...

Highlights

Puri is a quiet town on the Eastern Coast of India
Depicting the role of the ritual functionaries of the Lord Jagannath temple, this paper reveals many interesting facts regarding the economic impact of the Temple which is playing a crucial role for enhancing their socioeconomic status and standard of living
Historical background It is known from different spiritual scriptures like Skanda Puran, Niladri Mahodaya, Bamdev Samhita and other historical references regarding the origin of the sevaks

Summary

Introduction

Puri is a quiet town on the Eastern Coast of India. It has been famous for the seat of Lord Sri Jagannath. 5. Objective of the study The main objective of the study id to find out the present socio-economic status of the sevaks of Sri Jagannath Temple, the problems faced by them in their daily life and to suggest suitable policy measures to improve their living condition. Objective of the study The main objective of the study id to find out the present socio-economic status of the sevaks of Sri Jagannath Temple, the problems faced by them in their daily life and to suggest suitable policy measures to improve their living condition It attempts to analyse the demographic profile and socio-economic condition of the sevaks families of the Temple by collecting household-level data rendering various services to the Lord round the year. ● To find out the present socio-economic condition of the sevaks. ● To bring into limelight the problems faced by them in performing their divine duties. ● To find out and suggest some suitable policy measures for their sustainable living and holistic improvement

Data and methods

23. When you are not on duty what are your other sources of income?

Findings

25. Are you satisfied with the job you are doing in the temple?