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Gender Inequality: A Burning Issue In India

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Rashid Faridi

We  proud Indians of 21st century rise in celebrations when a boy is born, and if it is a girl, a muted or no celebrations is the norm. Love for a male child is so much so that from the times … Continue reading →

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Needs and Wants: Seth Goldin’s Perspective

Posted on February 20, 2018 by Rashid Faridi

Following is Seth Goldin’s opinion on Needs and Wants: Needs and wants are often confused When people have their basic needs met, it’s not uncommon for wants to magically become needs. It’s our hardwired instinct to seek to fill unmet … Continue reading →

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Defining Map and Different Types of Maps

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Rashid Faridi

The field of geography relies on many different types of maps in order to study the features of the earth. Some maps are so common and others are not so common mainly handled by professionals. What Is a Map? Simply … Continue reading →

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Oldest butterflies discovered, when there were dinosaurs, no flowers yet

Posted on February 14, 2018 by Rashid Faridi

Originally posted on Dear Kitty. Some blog:
https://youtu.be/uwqNJ3ld99s This video from Chicago in the USA says about itself: Moths vs Butterflies 9 October 2013 Wherein we explore the order Lepidoptera! Huge thanks to Jim Boone, collection manager of insects for…

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