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Buddhism is a major world religion, with several schools of thoughts and numerous sects. The two major branches are known as Theravada, “The Way of the Elders” and Mahayana, “The Great Vehicle.” Buddhism has been influential in many parts of the world, in this paper we will focus on Theravadas dominance in India and Mahayanist preeminence in Japan. Furthermore, we will introduce both schools of thought separately, explore the similarities and differences of these major schools and discuss…

Harvey University and Barkley University; do these schools sound familiar? You probably wouldn’t think much of it if you saw a PhD from one of these institutions; especially if it were displayed in the office of an engineer or psychologist, right? Think again. Welcome to Axact, a Pakistani based IT company specializing in fake diplomas. CBC’s Marketplace , a TV show produced by the Canadian Broadcasting Cooperation promotes themselves as “Canada’s consumer watchdog,” helping Canadians “shop…

Background of the Organization (Research Site) 1.2.1 Apparel Industry in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka’s apparel industry emerged way back…

Jasmine is considered a shrub or vine, most closely related to the olive family. There are around 200 species scattered around warm or tropical regions of the globe. Jasmine originates from the Far East, namely India and China. In the Himalayas it was considered sacred throughout the region, especially in India where it is the sacred flower of Kama, the god of love. Jasmine are recognized by a characteristic showy, flowering bud whose fragrance can easily envelop an entire room or garden.…

Looking to save their company from going under, the East India Company was searching for various solutions to this economic downfall. The first of their ideas was to have the Townshend duty repealed, but the North ministry was not willing to do that because it might be interpreted as a withdrawal from Parliament's position that it had the right to tax the colonies. Also, the tax collected from the was used to pay the salaries of some colonial governors and judges. Another possible solution for…

Scots also benefited from other opportunities granted by the unification as well. Now Scots could now join the East India Trading Company as employees and investors and were not barred by the Navigation acts and merchants could now go to the colonies directly for trade. Many Scots quickly joined the Trading Company and rose through the ranks joining many Englishmen into riches earning the title of “Nabob’. The most notable early Scot in the East India Company being James Macrae, born in…

Michael Ondaatje expresses the concept of human nature and its struggle to survive the cruelties of death and war through various character developments throughout his Canadian novel Anil’s Ghost, particularly through Gamini, the brother of Sarath. Specifically, late in the novel, the main plot involves Anil’s investigation report being confiscated and her well being at risk, while the sub plot in the perspective of Gamini reveals that Sarath—who finds safe passage for Anil out of the island—…

industry is must for sustainable development of any country. The banking industry in Sri Lanka has great impact in the GDP of Sri Lanka. A state bank, BOC has to play vital role in implementing policies through various banking operation. But as a commercial organization entity should be profit oriented too. In the light of the great development and increasing competition in the banking industry of Sri Lanka, and the major challenges faced by Bank of Ceylon due to tremendous performance of…

The novel Island of a Thousand Mirrors, traces the life of two families who are each on opposite sides of the Sri Lankan civil war. The story examines how war affects the families both on the Tamil and Sinhala side through the eldest daughter’s perspective. As the story progresses, Saraswathi transforms into a suicide bomber, who eventually sacrifices her own life. The key factors that drove Saraswathi’s transformation were caused by a change in role models, an unforgiving environment, and…

Asia is home to many extravagant religious statues. From Japan to Bangkok, to the far away Lantau Island in Hong Kong; each historical landmark represents what once was a triumphant feat. These giant artistic and religious symbols of Great Buddhas have all made an impact not only in the past, but remain a cultural icon for many of the individuals who live near it today. The Great Buddha of Kamakura sits outdoors in the green lands of Kamakura, Japan. Specifically, it is located “in the…