02Nov 2018 by Reese Bannister

Essay on Sociology and Religion

Emotions
Essay on Sociology and Religion – The phenomenon of religion attracted the attention of the sociologists because of its great human importance.No society is free from the influence of religion. In established societies, religion is one of the most important institutional structures making up the total social system.A special branch of sociology has now emerged in order to analyse the religious behaviour of men from a sociological point of view. “The sociology of religion is but one aspect of the study of the relation­ship between ideas and ideals embodied in movements and institutions, and the social situations of their origin, development, flourishing and decline.” Thomas F.O Dea. Image Source: sonoma.edu ADVERTISEMENTS: The early sociological studies of religion had three distinctive mythological characteristics—Evolutionist, Positivist and Psychological. Ex: The works of Comte,…
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02Nov 2018 by Reese Bannister

Essay on Polyandry – Types, Causes and Social Implications of Polyandry

Marriage
Essay on Polyandry – Types, Causes and Social Implications of Polyandry – Polyandry is the marriage of one woman with several men. It is much less common than polygyny. It is practised among the Tibetans, Marquesan Islanders of Polynesia, the Bahama of Africa, the tribals of Samoa and others.In India, the tribes such as Tiyan, the Toda, the Kota, the Khasa and Ladakhi Bota also practise polyandry. The Nairs of Kerala were polyandrous previously.Types of Polyandry: ADVERTISEMENTS: Polyandry is of two types:(i) Fraternal Polyandry, and(ii) Non-Fraternal Polyandry. ADVERTISEMENTS: (i) Fraternal Polyandry:When several brothers share the same wife, the practice can be called alelphic or fraternal polyandry. This practice of being mate, actual or potential, to one’s husband’s brothers is called “levirate.” It is prevalent among the Todas. Image Source: thenewskick.com(ii)…
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02Nov 2018 by Reese Bannister

Should Freedom of Expression Be Permitted Unlicensed?

Artists
‘Freedom of expression’ has been guaranteed under Article 19(1) of the Indian Constitution. This is a great right which has been guaranteed and granted to all citizens of the country but ‘freedom’ has not to be mistaken as a ‘license’ to say anything or do anything which may even adversely go against the susceptibilities and sensibilities of people. Freedom of expression implies freedom of speech, freedom of writing, freedom of exhibiting through some all. All these are means of expressions in one form or the other. ADVERTISEMENTS: One can express one’s thoughts through all means and full freedom has been granted to do so. But then, of course, not in the matter of writing books or articles in magazines or newspapers or exhibiting a piece of art in painting or…
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02Nov 2018 by Reese Bannister

Essay on Crowd Behaviour

Dance
Essay on Crowd Behaviour – Crowd behaviour, represents a form of collective behaviour. Crowd behaviour virtually stems from the crowd situations.1. “A crowd is a set of people who are physically close together and share a common con­cern”—Wallace and Wallace.2. “A crowd is a temporary collection of people reacting together to stimuli”—Horton and Hunt. ADVERTISEMENTS: 3. “Crowd is a collectivity of substantial number of individuals responding within a limited space to some object of attention.Examples: A group of bus passengers forming a crowd near a roadside canteen on the highway when the driver stops the bus for light refreshment. Image Source: openreflections.files.wordpress.com2. A group of people gathered in a bus stand or railway station waiting for their relevant vehicles. ADVERTISEMENTS: 3. A group of people gathered in a fish market…
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02Nov 2018 by Reese Bannister

Essay on Gender Based Division of Labour

Pottery
Essay on Gender Based Division of Labour – Division of labour on the basis of sex has been a universal feature of the human society. Women and men have been assigned different works and responsibilities everywhere. This division of labour is of more rigid and structured type especially in ancient and traditional societies.Division of Labour in Ancient and Traditional Societies: ADVERTISEMENTS: In most of the traditional societies, child rearing and home maintenance are normally regarded as woman’s task, while hunting and fighting are always reserved for man. Sexual division of labour seems to have a biological base especially in simple primitive societies.Thus, men are generally given tasks that require vigorous physical activity such as hunting, fishing in the deep sea, or herding. Women, on the other hand, are assigned tasks…
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02Nov 2018 by Reese Bannister

608 Words Essay on Picnic

Music
Picnic and that took a picnic with friends, is one of the most sought after activity, in school.We wait for picnics to be organized and do not let our teachers rest in peace until they arrange one—oh! The excitement and planning makes everyone so energetic and excited that even the mischievous ones are on their best behavior, lest their picnic is cancelled— even homework is submitted on time. After all, who would want to annoy teachers, and have this important activity cancelled or postponed? ADVERTISEMENTS: Just the word ‘picnic’ brings a cheer and smile to the face of students, whether simply going to a park or a historical monument or any other place. The atmosphere is one of excitement, fun and frolic.Ample preparations are made before picnic, the place, the…
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02Nov 2018 by Reese Bannister

Essay on A Hot Summer Day

Holidays
Every season has its own joys and pains; the summer in Delhi is very harsh but the respite one gets from it while indoors is so sweet that the pain is forgotten and enjoyment gets heightened.India is a land of many seasons. We can experience the severe cold of winter, the pleasant weather during autumn and spring, the humidity of the rainy season and the harsh heat of summer.People of Delhi have to bear extreme hot and sunny weather from March till September every year. The sun is harsh and cruel, the heat is scorching. It becomes difficult to walk in the open especially in the afternoon. ADVERTISEMENTS: The blazing sun makes you tired and one perspires profusely. Even an umbrella cannot provide respite, You get drenched in your sweat…
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02Nov 2018 by Reese Bannister

Short Essay on Stay at Home Moms vs. Working Moms

Investment
Man and woman have different roles to play but in modern time’s man and woman both are working to fend for their families and the result is children being left on their own. This has become a debatable issue. Let us become a part of this debate and take sides with either the working Mom or Stay at home Mom…. Stay at home Moms and their families Advantages Disadvantages Working Mothers-advantages and disadvantages Conclusion A debate begins with……….Respected Chairperson, Members of the Jury, teachers and dear friends. Image Source: dailyvenusdiva.com ADVERTISEMENTS: Today’s topic is ‘Stay at home Moms versus working Moms’ I would like to express my views in favour of Stay at home Moms-The Nature’s greatest givers’-selfless, with a heart overflowing with love for their family.It is a common…
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02Nov 2018 by Reese Bannister

Short Speech on An Ideal Student

Friends
An ideal student is usually the teachers’ favorite, studious obedient, respectful, polite and responsible but my views are different.My portrayal of a good student is given in the composition below, however, your views could be different thus let your imagination loose and describe this much talked about ideal student.An ideal student creates in the mind an image of a student, who wears spectacles, respects his teachers and their each word is command for him. ADVERTISEMENTS: He is the first one to run errands for his teachers. He is the good boy of the class, who does not play pranks, who is always sitting in the front row and listening carefully to every word of his teacher.He is sincerely writing down all the notes given by the teacher. He sits quietly…
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02Nov 2018 by Reese Bannister

Short Essay on An Indian Wedding

Dance
An Indian wedding is a grand occasion, very colorful and very lavish with a lot of pomp and show. The festivities of the Indian Wedding begin at least a week in advance. The guests, the get together, the music and dance all are a part of this extravaganza.It is no silent affair. It is one of the most crucial events in the life of every Indian mother, father, daughter, son, brother or sister etc. The word ‘Indian Wedding’ carries a whole baggage of an entire fortune which people long to spend. An Indian wedding is not just a day’s affair. It starts with the hunt for the perfect match followed by celebrations, lasting at least for a week, before marriage. ADVERTISEMENTS: An Indian wedding is almost like a festival, the…
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