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Labeling theory The theory is how a self-identity and behavior of individuals were determined or influences by the terms to describe or classify them in a group. Most likely to be associated with the con-cepts of the self-fulling prophecy and stereotype. Basically, labeling theory is based on the idea of the individuals behavior that are deviant only when society labels them. The theory was creat-ed by Howard Saul Becker in 1963. Although some modified versions of the theory have…

Although present, the cyberpunk in Blade Runner is not more prevalent than the film noir mood, tone and style. The introduction of cyberpunk into science fiction incorporated computers and information systems along with the breakdown in social order (Devi, 1). Cyberpunk started in the 1980’s as a literary movement before it was seen in film. Part of the cyberpunk literary movement was to integrate the realms of high tech and pop culture while breaking down the…

Contraception on Both Sides of the Debate Birth control has been a controversial topic in the U.S. since the early 1900s. This topic has caused a divide in many religious groups on whether it is moral or immoral. I feel very strongly about this subject and have decided to learn about it in greater depth from both sides of the issue. There are many negatives to birth control and many positives as well. Many religious groups believe it is wrong to have sex for any other reason than to have…

Amrita Devi, a local women from Garhwala, Himalayas saw that the trees were being cut down at an alarming rate. “Chipko” in Hindi means to cling, reflecting the protesters main technique of throwing their arms around the tree trunks designated to be cut, and refusing…

Hindu? Hinduism recommends the eternal duties, such as honesty, refraining from harming living beings, patience, mercy, self-restraint, compassion, among others. When people refer to being Hindu they refer to a certain god or goddess such as Vishna or Devi. As to many followers of Hinduism they believe the spirit of God is within our bodies and everything around us, meaning if you wanted to worship a particular object you can because it is your belief system. A different approach…

In the play Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, by William Shakespeare, the young prince Hamlet is looked upon from many perspectives to be evil. Hamlet does kill, and cost many people there lives through his outrageous plan of restoring his country and honoring his dead father. Hamlet never committed any crimes or harmed anyone in his country, before he was told by his ghostly father to avenge his killer. The young prince is an admirable man for giving everything up including his own life, to retaliate…

Similarly, in the Hindu religion there is also a trinity of sorts. In the Bhakti Marga (Path of Devotion) there are three main deities that are the focused on more heavily than others; Vishnu the Cosmic King, Siva god of Creation/Destruction, and Devi the goddess of…

Himalayas and the lush green valleys of the state define Jammu and Kashmir and its peaceful and alluring ambience. If you have ever wondered what Heaven looks like, it is here. J&K offer something for everyone. Honeymoon or a pilgrimage to Mata Vaishno Devi (Indian deity) or the thrill of Adventure sports, the breathtaking valleys of Ladakh , the serenity and chill of the Dal lake , time travel in the Mughal gardens , posing in the colourful dresses ( local costumes of women) , places like…

“What is more important? Man or Monkeys” this was the question asked by the Chairman of Kerala State Electricity Board, in 1970. The incident dates back to the days when Silent Valley protection movement was at peak. Save Silent Valley was a movement to save the Silent valley, an evergreen forest in Kerala, in 1973. The campaign was designed to save the Silent Valley from being flooded due to construction of Hydro-electric power plant in that very place by Kerala State Electricity Board. This…

In the play Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, by William Shakespeare, the young prince Hamlet is looked upon as evil from many perspectives. Hamlet kills and costs many people their lives through his outrageous plan of restoring his country and honoring his dead father. Hamlet does not commit any crimes or harm anyone in his country before he is told by his ghostly father to avenge his killer, who turns out to be Hamlet’s uncle. The young prince is considered to be an admirable man for sacrificing…