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The Role of Reward and Punishment in Major Religions
Read more: The Role of Reward and Punishment in Major ReligionsThis article explores the concept of reward and punishment for good and bad actions in major religions. It highlights how this idea defines the attitudes of followers and helps establish ethical and moral standards. How it can serve as a nourishing elixir for the soul or a poisonous venom that infects and harms society. The…
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Power of a Narrative: Unearthing the Effects of the Bolivarian Revolution in Venezuela
Read more: Power of a Narrative: Unearthing the Effects of the Bolivarian Revolution in VenezuelaThe Bolivarian Revolution in Venezuela took the world by storm, for an attempt atfor Latin American socialism was taking place right in the United States’ backyard. The racial and resource politics in Venezuela combined with the international interests of the West led to the narrative of the Revolution being one of chaos and authoritarianism spreading,…
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An Oppressed Dalit and a Suppressed Woman
Read more: An Oppressed Dalit and a Suppressed Womann our society, Dalit women have been victims of caste, sexual, and political violence. They are most vulnerable to social atrocities committed by men who are stationed at the top of the traditional hierarchy. If one ignores the intersections that form between caste and gender of the Dalit women, it becomes impossible to understand the…
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A History of South Asian Representation at the Oscars
Read more: A History of South Asian Representation at the OscarsThe recent awards season sweep by Daniels’ Everything, Everywhere All at Once and RRR’s upbeat track “Naatu Naatu” has brought the complex debate surrounding South Asian representation in Hollywood to the forefront. This article will dive into the complex history of South Asian representation in Hollywood, and analyze whether these recent victories are truly symbolic…
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Women with Capes
Read more: Women with CapesBy celebrating and quoting the strong and powerful women who have achieved so much, are we trying to reinforce unrealistic expectations of what a perfect ‘woman’ should be? Is refraining from sacrificing too much and choosing to focus on one task at a time instead of trying to multitask an indication that she is any…
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Venezuela’s Downfall: An Analysis
Read more: Venezuela’s Downfall: An AnalysisVenezuela was once Latin America’s exemplar: home to Simón Bolívar, who freed much of the continent from Spanish rule. Now, after years of political mismanagement and months of economic free fall, it is the region’s cautionary tale. Although it’s home to the world’s largest oil reserves, it is plagued by problems of political instability, widespread…
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How Business Interests Fueled India’s Division
Read more: How Business Interests Fueled India’s DivisionThis article explores the economic aspects of the Partition of India and the role of businessmen in this historical event. It highlights the fact that businesses with valid economic rationality tended to be in favour of the partition, regardless of religious affiliation. The article examines the rise of communalism, not only on religious lines but…
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Environmental Terrorism in Somalia
Read more: Environmental Terrorism in SomaliaAs the world steps into the Anthropocene epoch, it becomes increasingly imperative to explore the broader implications of water weaponization and environmental terrorism on sustainable development. This article explores the impact of environmental terrorism and political underdevelopment in the water-stressed state of Somalia.
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Representation of Women in Indian Judiciary. Is Four Enough?
Read more: Representation of Women in Indian Judiciary. Is Four Enough?The gender disparity in India is, unfortunately, rising as opposed to decreasing with the times. India ranks 135 out of 145 countries, behind neighbours Bangladesh and Pakistan. With the number of cases of violence rising against women and the news flashing stories of accused in rape cases going unpunished by promising to marry the victim,…
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India’s G-20 Presidency: A Shift in its Foreign Policy
Read more: India’s G-20 Presidency: A Shift in its Foreign PolicyIndia’s incumbency in the G-20 presidency reflects its new profound focus on issues of economic and social importance. Such issues were previously covered within an umbrella foreign policy, with now the mantle set for India to lead the global summit, it marks a transformation of Indian diplomacy and foreign policy.
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Pakistan’s ailing economy: What went wrong and what lies ahead?
Read more: Pakistan’s ailing economy: What went wrong and what lies ahead?Pakistan’s economy has been going through extreme distress and the country is struggling to make ends meet. In this article, we will explore the underlying reasons for this and analyse the options available to Pakistan going forward.

