JOURNAL OF NAKHONRATCHASIMA CIVIL SOCIETY

Editorial Note

somporn phaikratoke — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This issue of the Nakhon Ratchasima Civil Society Journal (Vol. 1, No. 2, July–December 2024) presents various academic works from both internal faculty and external civil society scholars. All articles have undergone a thorough peer-review process and have been revised by the authors to meet our publication standards.

As the editorial team aims to meet the criteria of the Thai Journal Citation Index (TCI) Centre, this edition focuses on three research papers and two academic articles that contribute to the integration of Buddhist administration and modern sciences. We thank all contributors for their support and look forward to sharing more in the next issue.

KALAMA SUTTA PROMOTING PEOPLE’S POLITICAL BEHAVIOR IN LOCAL ELECTIONS VOTING IN NAKHON RATCHASIMA MUNICIPALITY

Phrakhru Sriratanadhammavides — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0700

People's voting decisions are influenced by many factors, especially the information they receive, which may come from people around them, social media, or even politicians' campaigns. This information may be both factual and distorted. Some voters may use their intelligence to consider information before making a decision, while others may make decisions based on information they receive directly without checking. Therefore, having discretion in receiving information is very important in voting. The Buddhist principle of Kalama Sutta: Wisdom to consider before believing or disbelieving in 10 ways: 1. Do not believe because you have heard it from others. 2. Do not believe because it is considered old news passed down. 3. Do not believe because it is rumored. 4. Do not believe because it refers to scriptures or textbooks. 5. Do not believe because of logic or reason. 6. Do not believe because you make assumptions or inferences. 7. Do not believe because you think based on the symptoms. 8. Do not believe because it agrees with your opinion or fits with existing theories. 9. Do not believe because the speaker should be believable. 10. Do not believe because the speaker is our teacher. This is suitable for voters to analyze and distinguish before exercising their right to vote. Select your own representatives to maximize the benefits of exercising power and freedom through the process of electing representatives when electing people in Nakhon Ratchasima Municipality.

History of Hindad Shrine

Boonchuay Panichkul — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0700

The first Ubon Ratchathani railway line operated from Tha Chang Railway Station to Buriram Railway Station in 1925, bringing people from various places to settle down near the railway station, especially in front of Hin Dat Railway Station, where many people immigrated. The ethnic groups of Thai Khorat, Thai Isan, and Chinese ethnic groups set up shophouses to trade in the market in front of Hin Dat Railway Station. Hin Dat Railway Station is the new commercial center of Phimai. Therefore, Hin Dat Railway Station Market is considered one of the most important commercial centers on the Ubon railway line. Local residents and travelers pay homage, along with the construction of the Hin Dat Shrine. The people of Hin Dat Market have organized an annual ceremony to worship the deities, hiring Chinese opera or “Ngiw” to perform the ceremony and perform for the public. Currently, traveling by train has become less popular, but if you travel by train to Hin Dat Railway Station, you will find the original atmosphere. “Phimai Railway Station” used to be an important commercial center, and the Hin Dat Shrine reflects the image of the Chinese community. The sawmill that processed wood in the past was the main industry that employed a lot of workers. You will find a 100-year-old wooden warehouse that was once used to store agricultural products. The old logs that workers used to sit and wait to load goods onto the train reflect the image and long history of being an important economic area in the past. It also tells the history of the Hin Dad Shrine, recalling the love, faith, and memories of people from the past to the present.

THE SANGHA’S ADMINISTRATION ACCORDING TO THE SEVEN: BUDDHIST POLITICS OF THE NEW GENERATION YOUTH IN DAN KHUN THOT NAKHON RATCHASIMA PROVINCE

Phra Somkiet Kittisopano (Juabklang) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This research aimed to 1. Study the principles of the seven imperishable dhammas and the Buddhist way of politics of the new generation of youth in Dan Khun Thot District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. 2. To compare the application of the seven imperishable dhammas and the Buddhist way of politics of the new generation of youth in Dan Khun Thot District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. 3. To synthesize the results of the application of the seven imperishable dhammas and the Buddhist way of politics of the new generation of youth in Dan Khun Thot District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, using a mixed-method research methodology. Data were collected from people aged 18 years and over, with a 0.05 error level, and a sample of 400 people. The statistics used for data analysis were as follows:

The results of the research found that

To study the principles of the seven imperishable dhammas and the Buddhist way of politics of the new generation of youth in Dan Khun Thot District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. It was found that the political activities of the new generation of youth were interested in political activities, but they could not mention the principles of the seven imperishable dhammas as merely the application of new politics in the Buddhist way.
To compare the application of the seven imperishable dhammas and the Buddhist way of politics of the new generation of youth in Dan Khun Thot District. Nakhon Ratchasima Province found that the comparison of the application of the 7 Aparihaniyadhammas and the Buddhist way of politics of the new generation of youth in Dan Khun Thot District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province was significantly different at the 0.05 level. Therefore, the research hypothesis was accepted. 3. Synthesis of the results of the application of the 7 Aparihaniyadhammas and the Buddhist way of politics of the new generation of youth in Dan Khun Thot District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, namely, the Buddhist way of politics of the new generation of youth in Dan Khun Thot District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, applied the Aparihaniyadhamma to create understanding when doing political activities.

GHARAVASA-DHAMMA LIFE DEVELOP NEW POLITICAL ETHICS OF POLITICIANS IN DAN KWIAN SUBDISTRICT, PROVINCENAKHON RATCHASIMA PROVINCE

Phraprasroed Panyawaro (PIekrathok) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This research aimed to 1. Study the principles of lay ethics to develop new political ethics of politicians in Dan Kwian Subdistrict, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. 2. To compare the application of lay ethics to develop new political ethics of politicians in Dan Kwian Subdistrict, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. 3. To synthesize the results of applying lay ethics to develop new political ethics of politicians in Dan Kwian Subdistrict, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, using a mixed-method research methodology. Data were collected from people aged 18 years and over, with a tolerance level of 0.05, and a sample of 396 people. The statistics used for data analysis were as follows:

The results of the research found that

To study the principles of lay ethics to develop new political ethics of politicians in Dan Kwian Subdistrict, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. It was found that lay ethics helped develop the ethics of politicians and applied them to their roles as politicians and to new political activities that society needed.
To compare the application of lay ethics to develop new political ethics of politicians in Dan Kwian Subdistrict, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. It was found that the comparison of the application of lay ethics to develop new political ethics of politicians in Dan Kwian Subdistrict, Nakhon Ratchasima Province There is a statistically significant difference at the 0.05 level, so the research hypothesis is accepted.
Synthesis of the results of applying the principles of laymanship to develop new political ethics of politicians in Dan Kwian Subdistrict, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, namely, politicians are questioned by society about their honest political behavior, political ethics, and the application of the principles of laymanship to help develop new political ethics of politicians. They demonstrate political behavior that leads to acceptance of politicians with political ethics.

STUDY AND DEVELOP AN ANNUAL PROJECT PROTOTYPE THAT AFFECTS CONFIDENCE ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION OF BAN THONG LANG SCHOOL

Anusron Madeuchumpron — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This study aimed to 1) study and evaluate the CIPP Model of the annual project on academic administration of Ban Thonglang School, 2) study confidence in academic administration of Ban Thonglang School, and 3) present guidelines for developing the annual project to build confidence in academic administration of Ban Thonglang School. The sample group consisted of 512 people, 17 key informants, and 13 focus group participants. The research method was a mixed-methods method based on the nature of the study, collecting both qualitative and quantitative data. The research instruments were interviews and questionnaires.

The results showed that

The CIPP Model evaluation of the annual academic administration projects at Ban Thonglang School, under the academic administration plan for the 2022 academic year, comprised of 8 projects. Overall, the evaluation level of all projects was found to be high.
Confidence in the academic administration of Ban Thonglang School, after the project evaluation, was found to be at a high level overall ( = 4.11). When considering individual items, most were at a high level. When considering individual items, the academic administration project that enhances student learning and development according to parental needs had the highest level of opinion ( = 4.30), while the lowest was the academic administration project that integrated community activities or learning resources ( = 3.88).
Recommendations for developing the annual project implementation to build confidence in the academic administration of Ban Thonglang School include:
1. Context and environment: Develop an academic administration project plan, define project goals, and publicize them to teachers, students, and the community to encourage participation in the planned activities. 2. Factors: Identify factors related to the activities in the project.