JOURNAL OF NAKHONRATCHASIMA CIVIL SOCIETY

DEVELOPMENT OF MEDIA TO PROMOTE POLITICAL ETHICS FOR POLITICAL SCIENCE STUDENTS AT MAHACHULALONGKORNRAJAVIDYALAYA UNIVERSITY, NAKHON RATCHASIMA CAMPUS

Jittakorn noinumsai — 2025-05-28

This research aimed to 1. Study the development of media to promote moral politics of Political Science students, Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Nakhon Ratchasima Campus, 2. Study the level of participation in the development of media to promote moral politics of Political Science students, Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Nakhon Ratchasima Campus, and
3. Integrate Buddhist principles in producing media to promote moral politics of Political Science students, Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Nakhon Ratchasima Campus. The research was conducted using a mixed-method research method: qualitative research, in-depth interviews with 25 respondents/person, and descriptive data analysis. Quantitative research used a questionnaire to collect data. The sample size was 157 respondents/person. The statistics used for data analysis were frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation.

The research results found that: 1. Development of media to promote political morality for political science students at Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Nakhon Ratchasima Campus as follows: Political science students at Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Nakhon Ratchasima Campus are interested in developing media to promote political morality and developing it as an innovation during teaching and learning to expand to society. 2. The level of participation in developing media to promote moral politics of political science students at Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Nakhon Ratchasima Campus, is at a high level overall. The aspect with the highest average value is the aspect of participation in developing media to promote moral politics, followed by the aspect of developing media to promote moral politics. The aspect with the lowest average value is the aspect of integrating moral principles in media production. 3. Integration of moral principles in producing media to promote political morality of political science students at Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Nakhon Ratchasima Campus. Moral principles are rarely used in media production because they think of applying moral principles to promote the morality of politicians more than working. They want the people to use morality to support politicians.

PROACTIVE OPERATIONS AS A COORDINATOR OF VILLAGE HEALTH VOLUNTEERS DAN KWIAN, CHOKCHAI, NAKHON RATCHASIMA

Sutawatthanabundit — 2025-05-28

This research aimed to 1. Study the development of proactive work as a coordinator role of village health volunteers in Dan Kwian Subdistrict, Mueang Chok Chai District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. 2. Study the level of participation in proactive work activities as a coordinator role of village health volunteers in Dan Kwian Subdistrict, Mueang Chok Chai District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. 3. Analyze the results of proactive work as a coordinator role of village health volunteers in Dan Kwian Subdistrict, Mueang Chok Chai District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. The research methodology was a mixed-methods qualitative research, in-depth interviews with 25 people, descriptive data analysis, and quantitative research. A questionnaire was used to collect data. The sample group consisted of 121 people. The statistics used for data analysis were frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation.

The research results found that:

Study on the development of proactive work as a coordinator of village health volunteers in Dan Kwian Subdistrict, Mueang Chok Chai District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. Village health volunteers (VHVs) work to support public health policies and network organizations with volunteer spirit as important leaders of the community.
Study the level of participation in proactive work activities in the coordinating role of village public health volunteers in Dan Kwian Subdistrict, Mueang Chok Chai District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. The overall level is at a high level. The aspect with the highest average value is participation in proactive work in the coordinating role, followed by participation in coordination with network organizations. The aspect with the lowest average value is participation in policy decision-making in the coordinating role.
Results of the proactive work of the role of the village health volunteers in Dan Kwian Subdistrict, Mueang Chok Chai District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. Village health volunteers (VHVs) can work proactively to coordinate public health in the community.

DEVELOPMENT OF DEMOCRACY AND POLITICAL SELF-EXPRESSION IN THE AREA OF DANKWEAN SUBDISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE QRGANIZATION

Phrakru Photirattatham — 2025-05-28

This research aimed to 1. Study the development of democracy and the courage to express oneself in politics in Dan Kwian Subdistrict Administrative Organization 2. Study the level of cooperation in developing democracy and the courage to express oneself in politics in Dan Kwian Subdistrict Administrative Organization 3. Guidelines for developing democracy and the courage to express oneself in politics in Dan Kwian Subdistrict Administrative Organization. The research methodology was mixed-methods: qualitative research, in-depth interviews with 25 people, descriptive data analysis, and quantitative research. A questionnaire was used to collect data. The sample size was 353 people. The statistics used for data analysis were frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation.

The research results found that: 1. Development of democracy and courage to express oneself politically in the area of Dan Kwian Subdistrict Administrative Organization. People participate in political activities organized by the state, showing their participation in democratic politics, emphasizing various forms of election activities at the local to national levels. 2. The level of participation in democratic development and the courage to express one's political identity in the Dan Kwian Subdistrict Administrative Organization is at a moderate level overall. The aspect with the highest average value is participation in democratic development activities, followed by the aspect of expressing one's political identity with close friends. The aspect with the lowest average value is the aspect of expressing one's political identity in the community. 3. Guidelines for developing democracy and the courage to express one's political identity in the Dan Kwian Subdistrict Administrative Organization area. The community participates in election activities but does not express political identity to support individuals or representatives of various political groups, but expresses it only with close individuals. In developing democracy, the state must create confidence that political identity will not cause harm or conflict in the community.

APPLICATION OF LAY DHARMA PRINCIPLES TO PROMOTE LEADERSHIP OF POLITICIANS IN LAT LUM KAEO DISTRICT, PATHUM THANI PROVINCE

Khamporn Khemsom — 2025-05-28

This research aims to 1) Study the leadership of politicians in Lat Lum Kaeo District, Pathum Thani Province. 2) Study the relationship between secular principles and the leadership of politicians in Lat Lum Kaeo District, Pathum Thani Province. 3) Apply secular principles to promote the leadership of politicians in Lat Lum Kaeo District, Pathum Thani Province. The research employs a mixed-methods approach. The quantitative research uses a questionnaire as a tool for data collection. The sample group consists of citizens aged 18 years and older in Lat Lum Kaeo District, Pathum Thani Province, totaling 395 people. The statistical methods used for data analysis include frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. Hypothesis testing is conducted using Pearson's correlation coefficient. The qualitative research employs in-depth interviews with 9 key informants and analyzes the data through descriptive content analysis.

The results of the research found that 1) The level of leadership among politicians in Lat Lum Kaeo District, Pathum Thani Province, is generally at a high level. When categorized by aspect, the area with the highest average is the aspect of having ideological influence, followed by the aspect of inspiring others, while the aspect with the lowest average is the consideration of individual differences. 2) The relationship between secular principles and the leadership of politicians in Lat Lum Kaeo District, Pathum Thani Province, shows that the four secular principles and the leadership of politicians in Lat Lum Kaeo District have a strong positive correlation (R=0.851**) that is statistically significant at the 0.01 level. Therefore, the research hypothesis is accepted. 3) The application of secular principles to promote the leadership of politicians in Lat Lum Kaeo District, Pathum Thani Province, according to the four secular principles, includes: 1) Truthfulness - being honest in the duties assigned; 2) Temperance - using wisdom to solve problems peacefully, without resorting to emotions and violence; 3) Patience - enduring difficulties and being committed to performing tasks to the best of one's ability; 4) Generosity - being self-sacrificing, providing assistance, and consistently contributing to the common good.

APPLICATION OF BUDDHIST PRINCIPLES TO COMMUNICATE STATE WELFARE PROVISION OF SRI NAWA SUBDISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE ORGANIZATION, MUEANG DISTRICT, NAKHON NAYOK PROVINCE.

Somsak Sunanta — 2025-05-28

This research aims to 1. Study the level of communication for state welfare management of the Srinawa Subdistrict Administrative Organization. 2. Compare public opinions on communication for state welfare management of the Srinawa Subdistrict Administrative Organization, categorized by personal factors. 3. Present the application of Buddhist principles for communication regarding state welfare management of the Srinawa Subdistrict Administrative Organization. The research employs a mixed-methods approach. The quantitative research uses a questionnaire as a data collection tool, with a sample group consisting of 367 individuals aged 18 and over in the Srinawa area. The statistical methods used for data analysis include frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. Hypothesis testing is conducted using t-tests and ANOVA. The qualitative research involves in-depth interviews with 9 key informants, and the data is analyzed through descriptive content analysis.

The research results found that 1) The level of communication for state welfare management of the Si Nawa Subdistrict Administrative Organization is overall at a high level. When considering each aspect, it is found that the aspect with the highest average is the sender aspect, followed by the information aspect, and the aspect with the lowest average is the receiver aspect. 2) A comparison of public opinions on communication for state welfare management of the Si Nawa Subdistrict Administrative Organization, categorized by personal factors, shows that individuals of different genders have similar opinions regarding communication for state welfare management in Si Nawa Subdistrict, Mueang District, Nakhon Nayok Province. Therefore, the research hypothesis is rejected. 3) The application of Buddhist principles for communication in state welfare management of the Si Nawa Subdistrict Administrative Organization uses the principle of bias: (1) Attachment bias - communication reflects love and concern; (2) Aversion bias - information is ambiguous or confusing; (3) Delusion bias - leads to incorrect decisions regarding welfare information; (4) Fear bias - prevents fear bias through a personnel protection system.

APPLICATION OF THE PRINCIPLES OF APARIHANIYADHAMMA TO PROMOTE RELIGIOUS PARTICIPATION POLITICS OF THE PERSONNEL OF THE 2ND ARMY REFION HEADQUARTERS, SURANAREE CAMP, NAKHON RATCHASIMA PROVINCE

Adirek Pornya — 2025-05-28

This research aims to 1. a Study the level of political participation of personnel of the 2nd Army Region Headquarters 2. Compare the political participation of personnel of the 2nd Army Region Headquarters, classified according to personal factors 3. Presenting the application of the principles of Aparihaniyatham to promote political participation of personnel of the 2nd Army Region Headquarters. The research is a combined method. Quantitative research Use questionnaires as data collection tools. The sample group included 265 personnel of the 2nd Army Region Headquarters. Statistics used to analyze the data include frequency values, percentages, and valuesAverage and standard deviation Test the hypothesis by testing the T value, F value, and one-way analysis of variance. Qualitative research Using an in-depth interview with 9 important informants or people, data were analyzed by descriptive content analysis

Translated with Lingvanex.comThe research results found that 1) The level of political participation among personnel of the 2nd Army Command is generally at a moderate level. The area with the highest average is the following of political news, followed by the conduct of elections. The area with the lowest average is participation in election campaigns. 2) A comparison of political participation among personnel of the 2nd Army Command, categorized by personal factors, found that personnel with different genders, ages, education levels, ranks, and monthly incomes do not differ in their political participation. Therefore, the research hypothesis is rejected. 3) The application of the principles of Apirihanidhamma to promote political participation among personnel of the 2nd Army Command includes: 1) Regular meetings, 2) Meeting as scheduled, 3) Adhering to rules and regulations, 4) Respecting elders and following the orders of superiors, 5) Not abusing power and encouraging personnel to be self-sacrificing, 6) Respecting and honoring sacred places and supporting Buddhism, and 7) Intending to support good people and create values of self-sacrifice.

THE APPLICATION OF THE BRAHMAVIHARA TO PROMOTE THE ROLE OF PRISON OFFICERS IN GOVERNING INMATES IN PRISONS AND CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS IN SIKHIO DISTRICT, NAKHON RATCHASIMA PROVINCE

Mr. Wasan Powitoon — 2025-05-28

This research aims to 1) study the level of the role of prison officers in governing prisoners in Sikhio District, 2) study the relationship between the principles of the divine abodes and the roles of prison officers in governing prisoners in Sikhio District, and 3) present the application of the principles of the divine abodes to promote the role of prison officers in governing prisoners in Sikhio District. The research was a mixed-method quantitative research using a questionnaire as a tool for data collection. The sample group consisted of 209 prison officers in Sikhio District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. The statistics used for data analysis were frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. Hypotheses were tested using Pearson's product momentum. Qualitative research used in-depth interviews with 9 key informants. Data were analyzed using descriptive content analysis.

The results of the research found that 1) The level of the role of prison officers in governing prisoners in Sikhio District was at a high level overall. The aspect with the highest mean was the aspect of developing prisoner behavior, followed by the aspect of solving drug problems. The aspect with the lowest mean value was the aspect of controlling prisoners. 2) The relationship between the principles of the divine viharas and the role of prison officers in governing prisoners in Sikhio District overall had a high relationship (R = 0.701). Therefore, the research hypothesis was accepted. 3) The application of the principles of the divine viharas to promote the role of prison officers in governing prisoners in Sikhio District included: (1) Metta, treating prisoners with friendliness as if they were relatives. (2) Karuna, giving advice to prisoners with gentle and friendly words. (3) Mudita, congratulating prisoners on their release. (4) Upekkha, treating prisoners equally without bias.

POLITICAL PARTICIPATION OF CITIZENS IN THE OPERATIONS OF DONYOR SUBDISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE ORGANIZATION, MUEANG DISTRICT, NAKHON NAYOK PROVINCE

Miss Khunthicha Boonchan — 2025-05-28

This research aims to 1. Study the political participation of the public in the operations of the Don Yaw Subdistrict Administrative Organization. 2. Compare the political participation of the public in the operations of the Don Yaw Subdistrict Administrative Organization. 3. Apply Buddhist principles to promote the political participation of the public in the operations of the Don Yaw Subdistrict Administrative Organization. The research employs a mixed-methods approach. The quantitative research uses a questionnaire as a data collection tool, with a sample group consisting of 363 individuals aged 18 and over in the Don Yaw Subdistrict. The statistical methods used for data analysis include frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. Hypothesis testing is conducted using t-tests and F-tests, as well as one-way ANOVA. The qualitative research employs interviews with 9 key informants, and the data is analyzed through descriptive content analysis.

The research results found that 1) The political participation of the public in the operations of the Don Yaw Subdistrict Administrative Organization is generally at a high level. When considering each aspect, the one with the highest average is related to the conduct of elections, followed by political decision-making, and the aspect with the lowest average is related to participation in election campaigns. 2) Applying the principles of Buddhism to promote political participation of the public in the operations of the Don Yaw Subdistrict Administrative Organization according to the Seven Conditions of Non-Disruption (Aparihaniyadhammā) includes: 1) Regular meetings to brainstorm and develop the local area. 2) Coordinated attendance at meetings and timely adjournment. 3) Compliance with rules and regulations, advising members to adhere to the law. 4) Respecting elders and accepting advice from senior members. 5) Not harassing subordinates and refraining from showing anger in meetings. 6) Respecting and honoring sacred places and objects, supporting the exchange of opinions. 7) Intending to support and promote individuals who perform well and participate in activities to protect interests.

RESPONSIBILITY OF DONYOR SUBDISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE ORGANIZATION, MUEANG DISTRICT, NAKHON NAYOK PROVINCE

Mr. Chawalit Phume — 2025-05-28

This research aims to 1. Study the level of social responsibility of the Don Yaw Subdistrict Administrative Organization. 2. Compare the opinions of the public regarding the social responsibility of the Don Yaw Subdistrict Administrative Organization. 3. Present the application of Buddhist principles to promote social responsibility of the Don Yaw Subdistrict Administrative Organization. The research employs a mixed-methods approach. The quantitative research uses a questionnaire for data collection, with a sample group consisting of 363 individuals aged 18 years and older in the Don Yaw subdistrict. The statistical methods used for data analysis include frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. Hypothesis testing is conducted using t-tests and ANOVA. The qualitative research employs interviews with 9 individuals, and the data is analyzed through descriptive content analysis.

The research results found that 1) The level of social responsibility of the Don Yaw Subdistrict Administrative Organization is generally high. The area with the highest average score is in social and cultural aspects, followed by education and learning promotion. The area with the lowest average score is in service provision. 2) A comparison of public opinions on the social responsibility of the Don Yaw Subdistrict Administrative Organization revealed that citizens of different ages and occupations have significantly different opinions on this matter at a statistical level of 0.05, thus accepting the research hypothesis. However, citizens differentiated by gender, education level, and monthly income do not show significant differences in their opinions on the social responsibility of the Don Yaw Subdistrict Administrative Organization in Mueang District, Nakhon Nayok Province, leading to the rejection of the research hypothesis. 3) The application of Buddhist principles to promote social responsibility according to the four social objectives (Sanghavatthu) is presented as follows: 1) in terms of generosity, helping those in need; 2) in terms of kind speech, being truthful and reasonable; 3) in terms of beneficial action, sacrificing personal interests for the common good; 4) in terms of consistency, maintaining a steady approach in providing assistance.

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Pichit Purimart — 2025-05-28

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With this issue of the Nakhon Ratchasima Civil Society Journal, now in its 2nd year, Issue No. 1 (January–June 2025), faculty members from the university as well as civil society scholars from external institutions have presented academic works covering a wide range of topics and disciplines. The editorial board has submitted these academic articles to subject-specific peer reviewers for evaluation. The authors were then asked to revise and improve their work prior to publication.

With the editorial board's commitment to developing this journal in accordance with the standards of the Thai Journal Citation Index Centre (TCI), this issue emphasizes applying Buddhist principles to Thai politics. It features 9 academic research articles and 2 scholarly articles that support academic administration in Buddhist studies, integrating modern knowledge to foster mental development and enhance the civil society sector—making a total of 11 articles.

THE WAY TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM OF POLITICAL CORRUPTION

Phraphutthiyarnmunee — 2025-05-28

The path generally means a path or method leading to a desired destination or goal. It can be used in many contexts and has its own path. The path of Buddhism, the Noble Eightfold Path, which is a practice to extinguish suffering, can be applied to extinguish the suffering of political corruption. It emphasizes changing the form of political operations to use morality to lead politics more. The implementation of various activities within the state must rely on religious teachings as a support and to develop the minds of state members. When wanting to do constructive political activities, politics that help solve problems and prevent political corruption can be created as a new and different practice. Do not choose just one method, but choose a combination of methods that are suitable for living together in the state peacefully. Start adjusting political views, develop yourself to be a role model of honest politics, see the nature of suffering caused by political corruption, the cycle of oppression that creates problems for the people until the practice to extinguish suffering from political corruption problems according to the cycle of the Noble Truths to the right concentration. The intention and determination to be a politician who behaves in a good way, has morality, ethics, and is responsible to society. The process of the Noble Eightfold Path is integrated into wisdom, morality and concentration. It creates a democratic culture for people to be aware of their citizenship and public interest. Developing democracy requires understanding the traditional culture of Thai society and coordinating it with the universal democratic culture. The eight components develop political activities to develop people's way of life in the middle path to change political behavior. With honesty and morality leading politics, it will help solve problems and prevent political corruption in line with the way of life of Thai society.

POLITICS THOUGHT FREEDOM PRISON INMATES

SIRIYUCH SOMYING — 2025-05-28

Political activities affect people within the country, directly or indirectly. They play the role of politicians, government officials, and citizens. They implement government policies under the policy determination of politicians. They act as government officials who drive policies. All citizens must accept and participate in organizing political activities, support political parties, support government activities, and express political opinions in the form of political party members, open or closed political party support groups, establish political groups, political parties, express independent ideas and political perspectives in the public sector, express support or opposition to political groups, create power, and balance various activities in the form of public activities. However, some groups of citizens are limited by law and cannot express political behavior for the general public to know. Political opinions and the use of state power reflect the need to exercise people's rights and freedoms, which cannot be done. This group of citizens is a group of prisoners in prison. The limitations under the law on control and detention must be able to express behaviors as specified and permitted by law. However, in real life, citizens still want to express political opinions and thoughts freely in order to use political activities, reflecting thoughts and the need for happiness when living as Thai citizens and when given the opportunity to develop their quality of life, receive education, and create a future after release in the form of brainstorming and organizing educational activities, synthesizing them into a set of knowledge, politics, thoughts, and freedom for the public to know. and support political activities of the people to cover all groups in Thailand