Development of local administrators according to the Dutiyapapanika Sutta of the Salika Subdistrict Administrative Organization, Mueang Nakhon Nayok District Nakhon Nayok Province

Abstract

This research aimed to: 1) study the level of opinions on the development of local administrators based on the Dutiyapapanika Sutta; 2) compare these opinions classified by personal factors; and 3) propose guidelines for applying the Sutta to develop local administrators of the Sarika Subdistrict Administrative Organization, Mueang Nakhon Nayok District, Nakhon Nayok Province. The study employed a mixed-methods research design. Quantitative data were collected via questionnaires from 386 eligible voters and analyzed using percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test, and F-test. Qualitative data were gathered through in-depth interviews with 9 key informants and analyzed using descriptive content analysis. The research results revealed that:

1) Opinion Levels: Overall opinions were at a moderate level ($\bar{x} = 3.46$). When categorized by aspect, intellectual development received the highest average score ($\bar{x} = 3.55$), followed by physical development, while mental development received the lowest average.                                                              2) Comparison Results: No statistically significant differences (at the 0.05 level) were found in the opinions of people with different genders, ages, education levels, occupations, or monthly incomes.                                                                           3) Application Guidelines: The development guidelines follow three principles: (1) Chakkhuma (Vision): Administrators must create transparent development plans that respond to public needs (2) Withuro (Capability): Focus on producing tangible results, implementing economic strategies, and maintaining accountability and (3) Nissayasampanno (Human Relations): Building strong relationships and showing sincerity to all citizens, including those with differing political views.