Hamdard Islamicus Vol. XLIII, No. 2 5

Editorial

The second issue of 2020’s Hamdard Islamicus comprises six
articles which discuss the relationship of information transfer and
conceptual development teaching, the impacts of begging on human beings,
factors influencing the university choice decision of Pakistani Business
students, the role of service quality on the customer satisfaction, effects
of halal logo and the perspective of psychological freedom and avoiding
freedom.

The first article of this issue “Relationship of Information Transfer
and Conceptual Development Teaching with Learning Performance of
Students at Secondary Level.” tries to assess the inter-relationship of
information transfer and conceptual development ... the most common
approach being used in schools.

“The Effects of Begging on Human Character and Its Remedy in
the Light of Islamic Teachings” is the second article which explores the
unwanted and damaging impacts of begging on human character.

The third article “Factors Influencing the University Choice Decision
of Business Students at Higher Education Level: A Case from Pakistan”
highlights multiple elements which have strong influence regarding the
university choice decision  in Pakistan.

The fourth article is “Role of Service Quality Dimensions on the
Customers Satisfaction and Loyalty towards Islamic Banks” aiming at
analyzing the role of service quality in order to assess the satisfaction
and fidelity level of the clients of Islamic Banking in Pakistan. The
outcome of the study also serves as a useful guide for the Islamic
Banking industry.

“The Perspective of Psychological Freedom and Avoiding Freedom
According to Erich Fromm” is the fifth article which discusses the concept
of freedom and significance thereof in human life. To author, one is
unable even to offer prayers without freedom.

The last article “Islamic Perspective in Consumer Behaviour: Effects
of Halal Awareness and Halal Logo with Mediating Role of Purchasing
Intention” intends to analyze the connection between halal awareness of
the consumers of Pakistan and the halal emblem printed on various
products.

This issue includes an obituary as well. Dr. Murad Wilfried Hofmann
was a part of the Editorial Advisory Board of the Hamdard Islamicus
since 2009. He always encouraged and guided us academically.

 Editor