Category: Academic Writing
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Three Major Sociological Perspectives on War and Society
Synopsis: War has been an integral part of human civilization as it has significant consequences on individuals, relations and systems in society. The concept of war, strategies and its function as a means of conflict resolution for international disputes have been widely studied under the fields of political science and international relations. However, considering its…
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Analysing the Issues Brought Forward By Shadow Education in Kota
Abstract: The past ten years have seen a drastic rise in students ascribing to the shadow education system in India. An increasing number of students rely on coaching centres as opposed to formal schooling. The common belief among the students is that coaching classes will provide them with the appropriate tools and skills in order…
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From vilification to romanticization: Viewing mental disorders from the lens of media
Synopsis: Media has a huge impact on how people perceive mental illnesses. Historically in popular media, portrayals of mental illnesses were mostly negative and stigmatizing. Characters with mental illnesses were often portrayed as the villain who was extremely violent. However, over time, there began conversations about humanising mentally ill individuals and media started shifting away…