Ministry Of Home Affairs Research Articles

Optimalisasi Penyelenggaraan Statistik Sektoral sebagai Upaya Pemenuhan Data Statistik Berkualitas di Indonesia

The development of data needs in Indonesia has increased awareness of the importance of quality data in supporting development planning and implementation. The government responded by issuing Presidential Regulation Number 39 of 2019 concerning One Data Indonesia (SDI), which aims to produce accurate, up-to-date, and accountable data. However, the implementation of sectoral statistics still faces challenges, including the low national Statistical Development Index (IPS) in 2023 which is in the less than ideal category with a value of 1.78 on a scale of 5.00. This study aims to identify the root causes of the suboptimal implementation of sectoral statistics by Ministries/Institutions/Regions/Agencies (K/L/D/I) and to prepare policy recommendations for improvement in order to realize quality sectoral statistics. The methodology used includes literature studies, secondary data analysis from the results of the Evaluation of Sectoral Statistics Implementation (EPSS), interviews with related teams, and review of laws and regulations. The results of the analysis show several main causal factors: the failure to implement comprehensive sectoral statistics guidance by the Central Statistics Agency (BPS); not all K/L/D/I submit independent assessments so that the progress of sectoral statistics implementation cannot be measured; and budget limitations to support sectoral statistics activities in the regions. To overcome these problems, it is recommended that BPS formulate clear regulations on sectoral statistics development guidelines and increase active development to K/L/D/I. In addition, the Ministry of Home Affairs is expected to encourage regional governments to provide adequate budgets through official circulars. In conclusion, improving the quality of sectoral statistical data requires collaborative efforts between BPS, K/L/D/I, and regional governments. Intensive development, comprehensive evaluation, and adequate budget support are the keys to realizing quality statistical data in accordance with the One Data Indonesia principle.

Optimizing provincial tax compliance: Implementing good corporate governance pillars

Tax revenue in the province is still low, even though the central government has handed over the tax base to the regions for more than 20 years. The concept of GCG can improve performance and tax revenue in the regions. This study examines the relationship of each pillar of Good Corporate Governance (GCG) to tax compliance and determines the types of GCG pillars that can be prioritized for implementation in a local government agency. This study uses the regional financial management transparency index (ITPAD) as an indicator of the transparency pillar, the fiscal independence index (IKF) as an indicator of the independence pillar, and financial statement audit opinion for the accountability and responsibility pillars. Finally, the Gini ratio is an indicator of fairness. The research sample was taken from all 34 provinces in Indonesia. Secondary data is sourced from publications, books, web pages, and previous research from 2016 to 2020. This period was chosen to exclude data from the COVID-19 pandemic era in Indonesia. The analysis method is panel data multiple linear regression with a random effect model. The results showed that fiscal independence and transparency of a region's budget management positively influence public tax compliance in a provincial area in Indonesia, while the opinion of financial statements and the Gini ratio have no influence. This study implies that to improve public tax compliance in a provincial area in Indonesia, and local governments can prioritize the implementation of the transparency and independence pillars achieved by increasing the ITPAD and IKF scores in their regions. The Ministry of Home Affairs can also encourage regions to enhance transparency and independence by improving ITPAD and IKF so that tax revenue in the regions can increase.

Evaluasi Pengelolaan Keuangan Desa di Desa Dumati Kecamatan Telaga Biru

This study aimed to evaluate village financial management in Dumati Village, Telaga Biru Subdistrict, based on the principles of transparency, accountability, participation, orderliness, and budgetary discipline. The research employed a descriptive approach, where the data analysis technique used was qualitative analysis. The data collection techniques used were interviews and documentation. Thus, in reference to the results of the interviews and documentation, they were compared using indicators in accordance with the Ministry of Home Affairs No. 20 of 2018. The research findings revealed that the Dumati Village government's financial management adheres to Pemdagri No. 20 of 2018, which mandates transparent, accountable, participatory, orderly, and disciplined budgets that meet all indicators. Also, the management was very effective, so it was sufficient and beneficial for the community.

Exploring the Impact of Swahili Literature Reading on Cognitive and Emotional Abilities Among Kenyan Students: Implications for Academic Performance in K-12

Swahili literature in Kenya represents a vibrant canvas of cultural expression deeply rooted in Arabic poetry and indigenous folklore. This essay explores the evolution and contemporary relevance of Swahili literature, tracing its journey from early oral traditions to modern literary forms. The discussion highlights the surge in Swahili literary publications over the past decade, underscoring its growing importance in both national and educational contexts. Specifically, the integration of Swahili literature into Kenyan K-12 education is examined, focusing on influential works like Ken Walibora’s "Siku Njema" and Dr. Assumpta K. Matei’s "Chozi la Heri," which tackles diverse themes such as social justice and human rights. Later, the cognitive effects of reading Swahili literature among Kenyan K-12 students are explored, drawing on studies that demonstrate enhanced cognitive skills and language proficiency resulting from literary engagement. These studies, including research by nurse Mwangi and educator at the Ministry of Home Affairs in Tanzania, M.K, highlight improvements in memory, attention, and problem-solving abilities, particularly beneficial for students from marginalised backgrounds. Neuroscientific evidence from a researcher at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology Ochieng and Mwanyumba further illuminates how Swahili fiction stimulates brain regions associated with language processing and emotional regulation, contributing to academic readiness. Furthermore, the emotional impact of Swahili literature on students is explored through studies by author of children literature Pamela M Ngugi and Flavia Aiello Traore, which emphasise heightened emotional intelligence, empathy, and cultural understanding among readers. These emotional responses not only enrich students' personal development but also

Reforms of Political Finance: Strengthening Democracy by Reducing the Impact of High-Cost Politics

This study has two objectives: First, to examine high-cost politics in Indonesian elections; Second, to propose measures to strengthen the Ministry of Home Affairs’ authority in political finance supervision and enhance regulations to promote electoral transparency, using the recent Indonesian elections as a case study. Indonesia’s political process is characterized by high-cost politics, where candidates often face pressure to raise substantial funds to finance their election campaigns. Consequently, elections, meant to serve as a democratic platform for all Indonesians, frequently become subject to abuse by individuals seeking to attain power. The primary goal of this study is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the high-cost politics in Indonesian elections and its impacts on democratic integrity. The study utilized a normative juridical methodology, incorporating statutory and conceptual approaches. The findings indicated that transactional and money politics, along with high-cost politics in Indonesia’s elections, pose a serious threat to democracy. The Ministry of Home Affairs and the General Election Supervisory Agency must strengthen their legal instruments to monitor political party finances. Furthermore, political actors must be encouraged to reduce high-cost politics.

The Influence of APIP Capabilities in Optimizing Financial Audit Efficiency: Optimal Accountability

Abstract This study aims to analyze the influence of the capabilities of the Government Internal Supervisory Apparatus (APIP) in optimizing the efficiency of financial audits and reducing audit findings to achieve optimal accountability. The study was conducted by collecting annual report documents from the Financial and Development Supervisory Agency (BPKP), the Audit Board of the Republic of Indonesia (BPK), and the Ministry of Home Affairs (Kemendagri). A quantitative approach was used in this study, with data analysis involving 3,252 observations from various government agencies in Indonesia. The data collected included APIP capabilities, financial audit efficiency, and the number of audit findings. The mediating variable used in this study is the follow-up on audit recommendations. The results show that APIP capabilities have a significant impact on the efficiency of financial audits. Increasing APIP capabilities has been proven to significantly enhance audit follow-ups and reduce the number of audit findings. Additionally, the variables of organizational age and geographic factors also significantly affect audit efficiency and the number of audit findings, indicating that these factors are important in achieving better financial accountability. Conversely, the size of the agency negatively affects audit follow-ups and positively affects the number of audit findings. These findings underscore the importance of enhancing APIP competencies and capabilities as a primary strategy in improving the efficiency and accountability of financial audits in the public sector. This study provides significant contributions to the development of internal supervisory policies and the improvement of financial audit quality in Indonesia, as well as encouraging efforts to enhance public sector accountability. Keyword: apip capabilities; financial audit efficiency; audit findings; accountability

Efektivitas penerapan pembayaran online berbasis e-Samsat dalam penerimaan pajak kendaraan bermotor pada Badan Pendapatan Daerah Provinsi Sulawesi Utara

In the current era where everything can be done using technology, including paying vehicle tax, the E-Samsat online application is expected to increase Regional Original Income in North Sulawesi Province. Therefore, I want to know the effectiveness of implementing E-Samsat in the community environment in the Regional Revenue Agency of North Sulawesi Province. This type of research is descriptive qualitative. The results of the research show that there is an increase in the target and realization of Motor Vehicle Tax revenue in 2020-2022, but it decreases in 2023. Judging from the data on Motor Vehicle Tax revenue through the E-Samsat based online application in 2020-2022 there is also an increase, and the same Just as target and realization data will decline in 2023, revenue via E-Samsat will also experience a decline in the number of people paying vehicle tax. However, according to the effectiveness ratio criteria determined by the Ministry of Home Affairs through Minister of Home Affairs Decree No. 690,900,327 concerning Guidelines for Financial Performance Assessment, the total amount of target data and realization of Motor Vehicle Tax revenue is included in the effective category. One of the factors that has not achieved the target and realization of Motor Vehicle Tax revenue is the lack of equitable outreach to all regions. Therefore, the Government, through the Regional Revenue Agency of North Sulawesi Province, must provide more extensive outreach or outreach to the community directly.

Influence Of Organizational Climate, Engagement, And Commitment On Performance With Leadership As Moderation Variables

The purpose of the study is to determine the Organizational Climate, Engagement, and Commitment simultaneously on Performance with Leadership as a Moderation Variable (Empirical Study on ASN Directorate General of Regional Development, Ministry of Home Affairs). This study uses a type of causal associative research with a quantitative approach. The population in this case is all SUPD III employees and the total sample used is 67 respondents with a sampling technique using the Krecjie Table. Data collection was carried out by distributing questionnaires with data analysis using validity test, reliability test, normality test, multicollinearity test, heteroscedasticity test, autocorrelation test, multiple linear regression analysis, moderation regression analysis, determination test, t test and f test. Based on the results of the T test, it is known that each independent variable of Organizational Climate, Engagement , and Commitment has an effect on Performance. In the Coefficient of Determination (R2) test, it can be seen that the Adjusted R Square value obtained is 0.580 (58%). This shows that the independent variables of Organizational Climate, Engagement, and Commitment have a strong ability to explain the bound variables (Perfromance) in this case learning. The remaining 42% was influenced by other factors that could not be explained in this study. Keywords: Organizational Climate, Engagement, Commitment, Performance, Leadership.

Optimisation of Fertiliser Delivery Distribution from Distributor to Farmer Group Using Excel Solver in Tanjung Village

Subsidised fertilisers are declared as goods that are monitored for distribution with a specific target, namely farmers. In the distribution process, the government cooperates with various components including the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Ministry of Agriculture, the Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises and the Ministry of Home Affairs. At the same time, transportation and communication technologies continue to develop rapidly, such as mobile communications and the Internet, which drive the continuous development of the supply chain and technologies related to its regulatory management. This research aims to find out how to optimise the fertiliser transprortation Fertiliser Delivery Distribution and a series of fertiliser supply systems from Distributors to Farmer Groups Using Excel Solvers in Tanjung Village so as to provide better user control. The benefits of this research for distributors can help buffer distributor management to determine the quantity and time of delivery of subsidised fertiliser to official kiosks. The research method uses a case study which is a method of collecting and processing data through review / study of various research reports, flowsheets, research journals, as well as books and other relevant literature.

Breaking the Subjective Bias: Rethinking the Talent Management Model in the Ministry of Home Affairs

Objectives: The objective of this research is to address subjective elements in talent management assessment in civil service organizations, focusing particularly on the Ministry of Home Affairs. By investigating the effectiveness of the Sikerja application and proposing solutions to enhance objectivity, the study seeks to contribute practical insights for advancing talent management practices.Methodology: This research employed qualitative research, utilizing a case study approach. Through in-depth interviews with key personnel and a thorough literature review, data is collected and analyzed comprehensively.Finding: The study reveals significant shortcomings in Sikerja's ability to address subjectivity in performance appraisal at the Ministry of Home Affairs. It lacks rigorous testing and is influenced by personal biases, undermining its reliability. To develop a more effective talent management framework, the study proposes adopting a Data-Driven Decision-Making (DDDM) approach. This involves establishing an independent team to analyze performance data objectively, ensuring fairness and transparency. Finally, the study recommends developing a talent management model based on Berger's concept and data for continuous improvement.Conclusion: Developing a talent management model for the Ministry of Home Affairs requires an understanding of the current situation. The review of the Sikerja application highlights its limitations; subjectivity in assessments and the lack of scientific validation in its methods, which hinder its efficacy. Therefore, the author suggests adopting a Data-Driven Decision-Making (DDDM) approach in talent management. DDDM offers a robust solution by establishing an independent data analysis team, ensuring objectivity, and identifying areas for improvement. Integrating DDDM principles into all talent management stages will establish a framework promoting objectivity, transparency, and fairness, ultimately optimizing the workforce's potential.

From Decline to Rebound: Analyzing the Dynamics of Fertility Trends in Sleman Regency Amid Global Shocks, 2018-2022

This quantitative study aims to examine the trends of live birth rates in Sleman Regency over a five-year period (2018-2022). The study utilizes birth data obtained from the Ministry of Home Affairs (Kemendagri). The analysis focuses exclusively on live birth data without considering socio-economic indicators or environmental factors. The findings indicate that Sleman Regency experienced significant fluctuations in fertility trends amidst global challenges, including the Covid-19 pandemic. Initially, the fertility environment was stable, with a slight increase in live births from 13,102 in 2018 to 13,354 in 2019. However, a notable decline to 11,702 live births was observed in 2021, followed by a robust rebound to 14,908 live births in 2022. The study highlights the resilience of Sleman Regency’s demographic dynamics in the face of global disruptions. These findings underscore the importance of continuous monitoring and analysis of demographic data to anticipate and manage future demographic shifts. This research contributes to the demographic field by providing insights into the fluctuating fertility patterns in a specific region during a period marked by global disruptions.

Handling Regional Boundary Conflicts Between Mamasa Regency and Polewali Mamasa Regency in West Sulawesi Province

The problem of conflict in the Mamasa Regency and Polewali Mamasa Regency areas is due to differences of opinion regarding Law (UU) Number 11 of 2002 concerning the expansion of the Polmas Regency into Mamasa Regency and Polmas Regency. He explained that his party would follow up on Law Number 11 of 2002 which stated that three sub-districts, namely Aralle, Tabulahan, Mambie (ATM) were part of Mamasa Regency. However, some Polmas residents still adhere to the decision of the DPRD Polmas which gives freedom to residents who do not want to join Mamasa to join Polmas. This research use desciptive qualitative approach. The research location is located on the border of Mamasa Regency and Polewali Mamasa Regency. Data collection was carried out through library research. The research results show that the regional boundary conflicts that arise are more due to Law Number 11 of 2002 not considering the interests of parties who do not want to join Mamasa Regency, so they are forced to; repaired. Looking at the practical reality, several causes of conflict related to territorial boundaries have been identified, namely legal, economic, cultural, political and demographic, social and administrative factors. The step taken was to revise Law Number 11 of 2002 concerning the expansion of Community Policing into Mamasa Regency and Polres which was assisted by the West Sulawesi Provincial Government by involving Muspida and the Ministry of Home Affairs. With this process, both regions agree to accept the results of each decision prepared by the regional government and central government, taking into account the objections and wishes of each region.

FERTILITY TRANSITION IN INDIA: AN ANALYSIS

Every government's first responsibility is to ensure the provision of public health services, and as a result, the government has taken action to maintain public health by opening health centres, hospitals, and mobile hospitals as well as by planning large-scale health awareness campaigns. In this essay, the patterns and trends in India's infant and child mortality rates and fertility rate from 1951 to 2023 are examined. the Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, Vital Statistics Division, books, journals, RBI bulletins, theses, and websites; and the Directorate of Economics and Statistics. According to the data, India had a death rate of 27.584 per 1000 people in 1951, a 2.050 percent decrease from 1950. India currently has a death rate of 7.416 per 1000 people in 2023, a 0.490 percent decrease from 2022. Similar to this, India had a 1951 infant mortality rate of 186.737 deaths per 1000 live births, a 1.530 percent decrease from 1950. India's infant mortality rate in 2023 is projected to be 26.619 deaths per 1000 live births, a 3.89 percent decrease from 2022. 5.906 babies per woman are delivered in India in 1951, a 0.020 percent decrease from 1950. In India, there will be 2.139 births per woman in 2023, a 0.93 percent decrease from 2022. India's fertility rate fell by 0.92 percent from 2021 to 2022, to 2.159 births per woman. According to the study, between 1950 and 2023, India's mortality and infant mortality rates rose at compound annual growth rates of 6.44 percent and 7.25 percent, respectively, as did its fertility rate. The trend coefficients, which are positive and significant at a 5 percent level, suggest that India's death rate, infant mortality rate, and fertility rate have all increased between 1950 and 2023. The trend coefficient for India's death rate, infant mortality rate, and fertility rate from 1950 to 2023 is 0.077, whereas it is 0.072 for the number of fertility rates. In India, there has been a general decline in death rates throughout time.

Distribution of catheterisation laboratories in Indonesia 2017–2022: a nationwide survey

BackgroundGeographical terrains of Indonesia pose a major hindrance to transportation. The difficulty of transportation affects the provision of acute time-dependent therapy such as percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Also, Indonesia’s aging population would have a significant impact on the prevalence of acute coronary syndrome in the next decade. Therefore, the analysis and enhancement of cardiovascular care are crucial. The catheterisation laboratory performs PCI procedures. In the current study, we mapped the number and distribution of catheterisation laboratories in Indonesia. MethodsA direct survey was used to collect data related to catheterisation laboratory locations in July 2022. The population data was sourced from the Ministry of Home Affairs. The recent growth of catheterisation laboratories was examined and evaluated based on geographical areas. The main instruments for comparing regions and changes throughout time are the ratio of catheterisation laboratories per 100,000 population and the Gini index (a measure of economic and healthcare inequality. Gini index ranges from 0 to 1, with greater values indicating more significant levels of inequality). Regression analysis was carried out to see how the number of catheterisation laboratories was affected by health demand (prevalence) and economic capacity (Gross Domestic Regional Product [GDRP] per Capita). FindingsThe number of catheterisation laboratories in Indonesia significantly increased from 181 to 310 during 2017-2022, with 44 of the 119 new labs built in an area that did not have one. Java has the most catheterisation laboratories (208, 67%). The catheterisation laboratory ratio in the provinces of Indonesia ranges from 0·0 in West Papua and Maluku to 4·46 in Jakarta; the median is 1·09. (IQR 0·71–1·18). The distribution remains a problem, as shown by the high catheterisation laboratory Gini index (0·48). Regression shows that distribution of catheterisation laboratories was significantly affected by GDRP and the prevalence of heart disease. InterpretationThe number of catheterisation laboratories in Indonesia has increased significantly recently, however, maldistribution remains a concern. To improve Indonesia's cardiovascular emergency services, future development of catheterisation laboratories must be better planned considering the facility's accessibility and density. FundingIndonesia Endowment Fund for Education – Lembaga Pengelola Dana Pendidikan (LPDP)

메이지기 여의사의 탄생과 여성 의학교육 기관의 형성

This study analyzes the events leading to the rise of influential female doctors. After the Meiji Restoration, Japan had to quickly train doctors educated in Western medicine as military doctors to prevent diseases from entering developed nations. Additionally, doctors with public health knowledge were required to combat infectious diseases like cholera and dysentery, which were prevalent throughout the country. Consequently, the Meiji government offered people the opportunity to become doctors through a medical practice exam conducted by the Ministry of Home Affairs in addition to their regular curriculum. However, women were excluded from these programs. Women’s independent research as scientists required extraordinary effort because higher education for women was limited to teaching professions at the time. The first event leading to Japanese female doctors’ acceptance and certification was the medical practice exam, which was used to train Western doctors. Medical practice exams have been open to women since 1878, despite being previously reserved for men. By 1883, women had also qualified for the exam, and in June of the following year, Japan welcomed its first female doctor. In other words, women could become doctors if they qualified for the medical practice exam, which allowed people to become doctors without formal education. The second event was that women, led by Mizuko Takahashi, entered medical schools to receive formal education once eligible to take the medical exam. Society recognized the enthusiasm and will of these leading women as individuals, which laid the foundation for their successors. The last event was the establishment of a training school for female doctors. Yayoi Yoshioka founded the Tokyo Women’s Medical School in 1900 to train female professionals. When the Russo–Japanese War broke out and female doctors were needed, the school grew into a modern medical school and trained female doctors in earnest. The medical system in Japan was shaped during the Meiji period, and pioneering women dedicated themselves to the cause. In this way, female doctors appeared in Japan before other Asian countries.

Impacts of Gorkha Earthquakes: A Comprehensive Study

Nepal is highly vulnerable to seismic activity. This review seeks to explore the impact of earthquakes on human populations in terms of casualties and injuries, as well as to pinpoint the risk factors associated with these outcomes. An earthquake measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale struck near Gorkha, Nepal, on April 25, 2015, resulting in the loss of nearly nine thousand lives, extensive property damage, and the destruction of numerous historical and cultural landmarks. Data sourced from the UNDRR, Ministry of Home Affairs, and the United States Geological Survey were analyzed using the ArcGIS software tool. The study offers a comprehensive examination of earthquake-prone regions at regional, national, and global levels. By analyzing recent significant earthquakes along with their associated losses and damages, it underscores the importance of precautionary measures and risk analysis in reducing vulnerability and enhancing preparedness among researchers and stakeholders.

UTAUT Model Mediated by Government Information System to the Intention to Use of Indonesian Local Government

Purpose – This study investigates the role of the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT) model on the intention to use mediated by the Government Information System. In the context of this study, the implementation of government information systems through the application of local government information systems (SIPD) in Regional Governments in Indonesia. Methodology/approach –The population in this study includes: Primary High Leadership Officials, Administrator Officers, Supervisory Officers, and SIPD Management ASNs in the Ministry of Home Affairs and local governments with a total sample of 358 respondents. This study uses a form of sampling in the form of purposive sampling and probability sampling, with the sampling technique used in the form of simple random. When viewed from the relationship between variables, this study is included in associative research. The data processing and analysis techniques used in this study were carried out through Descriptive Statistical Tests and Structural Equation Model (SEM). Findings – Based on the results of the study, it is known that Performance Expectancy, Effort Expectancy, Social Influence, and Facilitating Condition, either directly or indirectly through the Government Information System as the variable that mediates it, have had an influence on the Intention To use SIPD application. Novelty/value – The novelty of this study fills the research gap by involving the role of the government information system (SIPD) as a mediating factor between performance expectations, effort expectations, social influences, and conditions that facilitate intention to use which is limited only to age and experience as control variables. Thus, a more comprehensive picture of the results of how the influence of factors in UTAUT is mediated by the role of SIPD, and see the extent to which the implications of implementing SIPD in local government can affect the intention to use by civil servants in Indonesia and as recommendations for related parties in developing government information systems.

IJCM_50A: Mortality trends in Indian prisons and its associated risk factors: a time trend analysis from 2017-2021

Background: The environmental health status of jail populations poses a significant public health threat for prisoners and the general population. The environment of jails provides a suitable foundation concerning morbidity and mortality of the general population due to the concentrated potential source of infectious diseases, difficult access to treatment for chronic health conditions, interruption in the continuity of care for serious behavioural health conditions, as well as on-going issues for the prevention and treatment of substance abuse disorders. Prisoners should receive a healthcare provision equivalent to people living in the community. Those rights, if fulfilled, will contribute to the process of social rehabilitation and will facilitate further reintegration into society on release. Objective: To analyze the mortality trends in Indian prisons from 2017-2021 and determine associated risk factors. Methodology: The various mortality statistics and associated risk factors were retrieved from the Prison Statistics of India report published annually by the National Crime Records Bureau, Ministry of Home Affairs. A literature search was also done in electronic databases like -PubMed, Google Scholar, and other platforms using keywords- mortality in prisons, prison health, and death in Indian jails. Results: The obtained estimates identified an ascending trend in mortality in Indian prisons due to cardiovascular diseases, lung diseases, and suicide, accompanied by a rising trend in mental illnesses. Overcrowding, inadequate manpower for healthcare facilities, and poor budget allocation for prison health are some notable causes of rising mortality. Conclusion: The study’s findings revealed that prisoners, despite being a vulnerable section of the population, are deprived of adequate medical facilities due to restrictions imposed by law. Therefore, reducing overcrowding, recruiting adequate manpower for healthcare facilities and adequate budget allocation for prison health shall play an instrumental role in reducing the trend of mental illnesses and mortality in Indian prisons.

Analysis of Regional Financial Constraints and Management

This research aims to identify the inhibiting factors affecting the sustainability of the innovation in the Electronic Financial Monitoring Information System (SiMOLEK) application at the Ministry of Home Affairs, particularly in the management of local finances and the evaluation process of accountability for the implementation of the Regional Budget. The study employs a qualitative descriptive approach, gathering data through observations and interviews with key informants who have authority, tasks, and functions related to the operation of SiMOLEK. The inhibiting factors analyzed are based on the results of studies conducted by Deloitte and KPMG, adjusted for relevance to the research object, including politics, lack of finance, leadership, technology, culture, and insufficient technical skills. The research findings indicate that the inhibiting factors causing the unsustainability of the SiMOLEK application innovation are politics, lack of finance, leadership, and technology.

Necessity of Big Data Security and its Relation to National Security

Many government organizations like the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Department of Passport, Public Service Commission, Department of Transport Management, Election Commission of Nepal, hospitals, etc. are increasingly relying on data-centric services as the stored data helps to deliver the services effectively and efficiently. Such services are widespread due to increased internet usage, mobile devices, and network-based activities. The rapid expansion of technology usage has led to a corresponding shift in governance towards data-driven services. While adopting the data-driven services it brings forth a critical concern about the security and maintaining confidentiality of the citizens. The paper analyzes the existing policies, laws, and bylaws pertaining to data security and protection. It explores the challenges that exist for data security and protection. Furthermore, the paper identifies the necessity of big data security and its impact on national security due to data theft and breaches. The study has been undertaken by the use of secondary sources of information. While undertaking the research, the paper has delved into secondary sources; encompassing government policies, acts, regulations, reports and directives, international research articles, and views of cyber security experts. The paper has underscored the necessity of big data security measures and has identified the consequences that could be caused due to the inadequate security measures of the data as well as highlighted the importance of data privacy. The study contributes to the broader discourse on protecting data and its relation to national security.