Anisotropic Bianchi-V cosmological models in Saez-Ballester theory of gravitation

A general approach for investing Bianchi-V cosmol models is introduced in a scalar-tensor theory of gravitation proposed by Saez and Ballester in which the law of variation for Hubble's parameter is taken into account. This variation for Hubble's parameter that yields a constant value of deceleration parameter is then utilized to solve the field equations governing anisotropic Bianchi-V space-time filled with perfect fluid. Two types of exact solutions that correspond to singular and nonsingular models are presented. Finally, we arrive to the conclusion that the universe decelerates for positive value of deceleration parameter whereas it accelerates for negative one. The behaviors of observationally important parameters are discussed in detail. Exact expressions for look-back time, luminosity distance and event horizon versus redsift are derived and their significance are discussed in detail. It has been observed that the solutions are compatible with the results of recent observations.