Journal of Interdisciplinary Social Science and Justice Administration

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สุพิชภา ใจยวน — 2025-03-28

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สุพิชภา ใจยวน — 2025-03-28

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Supichapa Jaiyuan — 2025-03-28

Integrating Governance Principles Into Crisis Management: Lessons From Public Policy In Emergency Situations

Parinthorn Sirieawphikul — 2025-03-28

This academic article aims to study the integration of good governance principles with crisis management through case studies of public policies in emergency situations in Thailand, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic and natural disasters that have occurred in the past 5 years.

The study found that the application of the 6 principles of good governance, namely the rule of law, morality, transparency, participation, accountability, and cost-effectiveness, in crisis management leads to efficiency and sustainability in problem-solving.

The author's recommendations are as follows: improving relevant laws and regulations to comply with the rule of law, developing transparent data and communication systems, promoting the participation of all sectors, decentralizing power and resources to local administrative organizations, developing effective monitoring and evaluation systems, and promoting research and development of knowledge on the integration of good governance principles with crisis management.

Disproportionality in the Penalty of Thai Fisheries Laws A Legal, Social and Buddhist Analysis

Niramol Yindee — 2025-03-28

The Royal Ordinance on Fisheries B.E. 2558 (2015) was enacted to regulate Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing. However, this law has led to disproportionate penalties, adversely affecting small-scale fishing communities that struggle to comply with stringent requirements. This study analyzes the legal issues and social impacts of the ordinance, linking them to Buddhist principles such as the Middle Way (Majjhimāpaṭipadā), the principle of loving-kindness (Mettā), and the principle of wisdom (Paññā) to propose legal amendments that ensure greater balance.

The findings indicate that Section 123 of the Royal Ordinance on Fisheries B.E. 2558 does not distinguish between commercial and small-scale fisheries, resulting in negative consequences for small-scale fishers. Therefore, amendments to Section 123 are necessary to clearly differentiate between commercial and small-scale fishing in cases of legal violations. Aligning law enforcement with Buddhist principles and the rule of law will promote fairness and the sustainability of marine resources.

Promoting access to justice with Justice-integrated Buildings

Phongthon Thanyasiri — 2025-03-28

The objective for this article is to study the “Justice-Integrated Buildings” stressing upon the idea to gather justice related agencies situated into one common building. This is more convenient for providing services and reduce transportation costs for the people. Also this create better efficiency for officers working in justice related agencies to be able to always work closely together in a more systematic ways. Such idea could link to a more compatible information or data in both digital file and document form.

The results had shown that Justice-Integrated Buildings prove to be very beneficial towards people, officers and the country. This is due to the fact that it is the utmost use of “the ratchaphatsadu land or state owned property” for the people. The state owned property is limited in numbers so it is important to make most advantages out of it. Building the “Justice-Integrated Buildings” save construction cost, as well save budget in various dimension relating to administration, security and management. This benefits and ease all parties.

As the author of this article, I recommend that the concept of “Justice-Integrated Buildings” should be use nowadays for those provinces where justice agencies that do not have their own building or those renting private-owned building. Further, the concept can also be adapted to provinces with permanent buildings and allow others justice related agencies to be able use the building for common purpose. This is for the benefits in providing a one-stop justice services to the people in one common building.

Interaction between Buddhism and Thai Society

Wanchai Chuaboon — 2025-03-28

This academic article aims to explain the relationship between Buddhism and Thai society and to examine the interaction between religion, human development, and social development. The study focuses on the relationship between Buddhism and the development of Thai society.

The findings reveal that Buddhism plays a crucial role in human development in five aspects: physical, moral, mental, intellectual, and occupational. The traditional Thai way of life emerges from the integration of religion and agriculture, resulting in simplicity, generosity, and a harmonious relationship with nature. Buddhism in Thailand is characterized by the fusion of three major belief systems: animism, Brahmanism, and Buddhism.

Monks and the fourfold Buddhist community play a significant role in applying Buddhist principles to social development. The ultimate goal of social development in line with Buddhist teachings is peaceful coexistence, where members of society enjoy a good quality of life, uphold moral values, possess strong minds, cultivate wisdom, and achieve self-reliance. A society developed according to Buddhist principles maintains a balance between material and spiritual progress, leading to peace and sustainability.

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Supichapa Jaiyuan — 2025-03-28

The Lifestyles of Thai Buddhists of Malaysian Kelantan in the Setting of Cultural Plurality in Narathiwat Province, Thailand

Punya Tepsing — 2025-03-28

This article examines the lifestyle of the Kelantan Malaysian Thai-Buddhist community within the framework of pluralistic culture in Narathiwat province, Thailand. This study employed qualitative methodologies, including in-depth interviews, telephonic interviews, and focus groups. Subsequently, we conducted content and descriptive analysis of the data. This study elucidates the lifestyle of the Kelantan Malaysian Thai-Buddhist community within cultural, economic, and sociological frameworks. The violence has caused fear and doubt among Buddhists as to why it continues, and the state is unable to deal with it. However, Malaysian Buddhists have adapted both in life and economics to be able to live happily and safely under violent situations. So, the Thai government employs the concept of pluralism as a mechanism for addressing conflicts and issues of violence. Nevertheless, the Thai government ought to prioritize equitable chances for all individuals, devoid of discrimination.

The problem of working in social services in lieu of fines according to Section 30/1 of the Criminal Code.

Natthanicha Yimsai — 2025-03-28

This research article aims to analyze the issues surrounding the implementation of community service in lieu of fines under Section 30/1 of the Thai Penal Code within the context of the Thai justice system. It also seeks to compare the relevant legal principles and enforcement practices in other countries. The study is based on an extensive review of Thai-language documents, easily accessible and credible online sources, books, textbooks, lecture materials, research studies, academic reports, theses, and scholarly articles in both print and electronic formats. Additionally, in-depth interviews were conducted to gather further insights.

The findings indicate that the major challenges in enforcing this measure include: 1. Issues related to administrative management, 2. The lack of a financial status assessment system before the court’s decision, and 3. Problems concerning personnel. To improve the implementation of community service in lieu of fines, the researcher proposes the following recommendations: 1. Administrative Management Issues – There should be an immediate notification of the right to request community service in place of a fine under Section 30/1 of the Penal Code upon sentencing. 2. Lack of a Financial Status Assessment System – A standardized set of criteria and financial assessment tools should be established to ensure fair consideration before the court's ruling. 3. Personnel-Related Issues – Specialized training should be provided for probation officers responsible for overseeing offenders performing community service, enabling them to offer appropriate guidance in selecting suitable tasks. Additionally, probation officers should be granted the authority to modify the type of community service assigned to offenders to ensure feasibility and practicality.

The researcher suggests these improvements to enhance the efficiency of the community service system as a substitute for fines, aiming to reduce prison overcrowding, rehabilitate offenders, and maximize benefits to society.

Opportunities in the Thai Agricultural Sector: A Case Study of Border Market Development at Sai Taku Checkpoint, Ban Kruat District, Buriram Province

Akekawee Akeattawat Akeattawat — 2025-03-28

The purpose of this research paper is to study the challenges and opportunities of the Thai agricultural sector in a case study of the Sai Tagu Trade Relief Zone Area, Ban Krat District, Buriram Province using an in-depth interview method. A group of 30 informants organized a group discussion forum once by inviting relevant people such as farmers, agricultural product vendors, farmers A total of 30 officials from the Agriculture Office and local government organizations participated in the discussion.

The results of the study show that Thailand has a lot of opportunities for all kinds of agricultural products, including livestock, to export products to Cambodia. In addition, because it is a border area, farmers in border areas have the opportunity to use agricultural labor, which is low-cost labor from Cambodia. so The government must support and encourage farmers in border areas to develop their agricultural potential, including the development of the market system, and continue to develop border trade posts into permanent checkpoints.

Factors Affecting Spending Behavior of Shoppers at 7-Eleven Convenience Stores in Front of Songkhla Rajabhat University, Thaksin University in Songkhla and Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya at Songkhla

Nichapat Boonyarat — 2025-03-28

Objectives of this research are (1) to study consumer behavior in using the services of 7-Eleven convenience stores, (2) to analyze the level of buyer satisfaction with products and services of 7-Eleven stores, and (3) to identify factors affecting purchases at 7-Eleven stores in front of Songkhla Rajabhat University, Thaksin University, Songkhla Campus, and Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya, Songkhla. Qualitative samples were executives and employees of 3 stores, 2 people each. Quantitative samples were 360 shoppers in 7-Eleven stores, 120 people in each of the 3 stores. Two research instruments were used, an interview form and a questionnaire. Statistical analysis was performed using frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation.

Research results found that the behavior of buyers in using the services of 7-Eleven stores was mostly female, 20-24 years old, holding a bachelor's degree, and student occupation. Income less than 10,000 baht, single, number of family members 3-5 people, used the services 1-2 days a week, spent use less than 100 baht per time. Most consumers were moderately satisfied with products and services.

Factors affecting shopping in the store in all 4 aspects were at a moderate level overall, 1) environment and facilities factors, 2) consumer cost factors, 3) product factors, and 4) employee service factors. Suggestion was that entrepreneurs should increase attention to the physical appearance of the store, which will affect consumer attitudes towards the store, causing them to return to buy again and tell others in a positive way.

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