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Green computing is the environmentally responsible and eco-friendly use of computers and their resources. In broader terms, it is also defined as the study of designing, manufacturing/engineering, using and disposing of computing devices in a way that reduces their environmental impact.

Many IT manufacturers and vendors are continuously investing in designing energy efficient computing devices, reducing the use of dangerous materials and encouraging the recyclability of digital devices and paper. Green computing practices came into being in 1992, when the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) launched the Energy Star program.

Green computing is also known as green information technology (green IT).

Government regulatory authorities also actively work to promote green computing concepts by introducing several voluntary programs and regulations for their enforcement.

In this research paper we concern about the Green computing, its needs and steps towards Green computing by a common man. The study emphasis on Benefits of Green Computing, Features of a Green Computer and various Green Technologies are discussed to “Save the Environment, Save Your Life”.

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An ethical issue is an identifiable situation and also an opportunity which requires an individual or organization to choose from the actions that must be evaluated as right or wrong, ethical or unethical, etc. Product–related ethical issues arise when marketers fail to disclose the risks associated with a product. In pricing, common ethical issues are price fixing or failure to disclose the full price of a purchase. While ethics and social responsibility are sometimes used interchangeably, there is a difference between the two terms. Ethics tends to focus on the individual or marketing group decision, while social responsibility takes into consideration the total effect of marketing practices on society. The study focuses on understanding business ethics and socially responsible marketing, to develop and implement a socially responsible marketing plan and to study ethical issues faced in marketing. The data has been collected from various secondary sources like Journals, articles, websites and books. The aim of this research paper is to study whether the companies are following marketing strategies which are ethical and socially responsible while achieving the company objectives and goals.

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Competencies are measurable human capabilities that are required for effective work performance. Competency analysis and modeling identifies a wide range of people management systems such as workforce planning, selection, employee development, performance management and compensation.

Many organizations are adopting competency based workforce practices to find solutions to the problem of effective management and monitoring their workforce in the new world of work. Nowadays the demand to achieve this goal rests on change which necessitates a continuous transformation. Hence the competency framework strives to develop the workforce.

The paper examines the various concepts relating to business modeling and analyzing factors and effective measures in developing workforce competency plan. The data is collected via secondary source constituting journals, research articles, websites, and books. The main objectives are: To examine competency analysis and organizational models. To evaluate effective measures in developing a competency workforce. To analyze the various factors effecting in developing workforce planning. 

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Islamic banking is an investment and financing concept which is gaining its importance. People are becoming aware of the Islamic banking and it is different from conventional banking in most aspects, since it is closely connected to the religion.

Islamic banking is the interest free banking in which there is no fixed rate of return. Islamic banking is the banking system which is run in accordance with the Islamic law and the sharia a board that guides the institutions.

This study is an attempt to understand the awareness & attitude of Indians towards Islamic banking & it also helps us to identify the major areas of growth & challenges in Islamic finance in India.

This paper focus on the conceptual framework of Islamic banking & it also throw light on the Islamic law & governing principles. The data is retrieved via secondary source constituting journals, research articles, Websites, etc. The main objectives are: To understand the Islamic banking, to discuss the modes of financing in Islamic banking. To study the recommendations of various committees including Raghuram Rajan for introduction of Islamic banking in India.

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