Introduction Information plays a critical role in our lives, acting as a beacon of truth in times of need but also posing significant risks when falsified. The distinction between helpful and harmful information is encapsulated in two closely related terms: misinformation and disinformation. Despite their
The Menace of Jamaat-e-Islami For decades, Bangladesh has grappled with the pernicious threat of religious extremism, posing a grave challenge to its secular foundations and democratic principles. At the forefront of this issue is Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), a radical Islamist group with a notorious track record
Introduction to Buddhism Buddhism, one of the major world religions, traces its roots back to sixth-century B.C.E. India. Its teachings have since permeated Central and Southeast Asia, extending into China, Korea, and Japan, and now hold followers across the globe. The Legend of Shakyamuni According
“My Story,” the poignant autobiography penned by Kamala Das, stands as a quintessential exemplar of the autobiographical genre. The author, from the inception to the denouement of her narrative, exhibits an unwavering commitment to unbridled candor, leaving no facet of her tumultuous and despondent existence
Introduction: The trajectory of higher education is intricately linked with the evolution of new technologies and the computational capabilities of intelligent machines. Within this realm, the progress in artificial intelligence (AI) presents both novel possibilities and challenges, potentially reshaping the governance and internal structures of
The fundamental rights and privileges to which every individual is entitled, irrespective of their race, color, religion, gender, or any other attribute, are encapsulated in the concept of civil rights. An equitable society must be constructed upon these rights, whose history has been marked by
Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the emulation of human intelligence processes through the use of machines, particularly computer systems. This advanced technology encompasses a diverse range of applications, including expert systems, natural language processing, speech recognition, and machine vision. Through sophisticated algorithms and computational models,
Introduction Queer theory, an intellectual movement that emerged in the 1990s, initially sparked controversy and raised eyebrows. Yet, over the years, it has been embraced and reclaimed by many, serving as a unifying force for people with non-normative genders, sexual practices, and identities. In academia,
Introduction Hotel is a part of the tourism industry that relies on guests/visitors and their relatives. However, most hotels in Sri Lanka, are located in tourist areas that are more and more exposed to Tsunami. Hotel guests, as tourists, usually are not familiar with the
1. Introduction 1.1 World Outlook Throughout the world, there is recognition of the importance of increasing women’s participation in the labor force to enhance household capabilities and achieve sustainable economic growth. According to the World Bank gender data (2022), women’s participation in the labor force
