Category Archives: earth

Compass Surveying: An Overview

Compass surveying is the branch of surveying in which the position of an object is located using angular measurements determined by a compass and linear measurements using a chain or tape. Compass surveying is used in following circumstances: If the … Continue reading →

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Communalism: A Dangerous Ideology

Communalism, in a broad sense means a strong attachment to one’s own community. In popular discourse in India, it is understood as unhealthy attachment to one’s own religion. It’s an ideology that, in order to unify the community, suppresses distinctions … Continue reading →

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Urban Forms: Evolution and Future City Planning

Urban spaces are pretty important part of human history. Kinds of Urban Forms Cities are loud. They are crowded. Parking is expensive. So, why do so many love them? Regardless of your personal feelings, urban centers have been of tremendous … Continue reading →

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Sect And Cult: Concepts and Differences

The word sect comes from the Latin word secta, which means “school of thought.” It is a subjective term that may apply to religious faith or denomination, or it may refer to a heretical splinter group. Sometimes, the connotation is one of disapproval, … Continue reading →

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