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Classification of Towns On Origin and Stage of Evolution

The study of the origin of towns is a fascinating journey into the evolution of human societies and their settlements. Over the years, scholars and historians have proposed various theories to explain how towns came into existence and developed. Following … Continue reading

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Big Research Scandals of ALL Times in Academics

Guest Post by Larry Dignan Despite their ostensible intelligence, academics are not at all immune to engaging in risky behaviors that erupt in spectacular displays of controversy. Even if they ultimately prove innocent or unaccountable, their situations always pose inevitable … Continue reading

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The Birth of Territory: New Book

Territory is one of the central political concepts of the modern world and, indeed, functions as the primary way the world is divided and controlled politically. Yet territory has not received the critical attention afforded to other crucial concepts such … Continue reading

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Social Exclusion:The Term and Spatiality

Exclusionary processes can have various dimensions: Political exclusion can include the denial of citizenship rights such as political participation and the right to organise, and also of personal security, the rule of law, freedom of expression and equality of opportunity. Bhalla … Continue reading

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