Mahavira/Jainism
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A 5 page research paper that investigates the significance and the details of Jainism, one of the major religions of India. The writer particularly stresses the importance of the Tattvarthadhigama Sutra in studying the Jain religion and the life of its founder Mahavira, a sixth century BC Indian mystic and contemporary of Buddha. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: 00jain.rtf

Feudalism and Literature in pre-Meiji Japan
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A 5 page paper synthesizing two books --Feudalism in Japan by Peter Duus and the Anthology of Japanese Literature by Donald Keene. It makes observations, not only about the history of feudal Japan, but about the nature of history itself. Bibliography lists two sources (the books themselves).
Filename: Japan.doc

Japan / 300 Years, 3 Administrative Periods
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A 4 page research essay on the Meiji, Tokugawa, and Amae periods (1550-1668, mid-1900). The writer discusses this in terms of historical revisionism and relationship to U.S. policy. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Meiji.wps

King Chulalongkorn, Empress Dowager Cixi, and The Meiji Emperor- A Comparison of Leaders and Their Cultures
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This 4 page paper provides an overview of the general leadership and characteristics of King Chulalongkorn of Thailand, Empress Dowager Cixi of China and the Meiji Emperor of Japan. This paper explores a comparison relative to their position in society and their capabilities as leaders. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MHcixi.wps

The Meiji Constitution and Democracy In Japan
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A 9 page paper that considers the Meiji Era and the Meiji constitution and Reischauer and Jensen's contention that they were a betrayal of democracy. This paper also suggests the inherent problems that have led to a questioning of the importance of democracy within the current political climate of Japan. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Meicon.wps

The Meiji Restoration
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This 5 page paper looks at this important period in Japanese history when the Emperor Meiji was restored to power in Japan, and the changes which resulted from his rule. The paper includes discussion on the reforms such as education, trade and war. The long-term costs are also discussed with reference to world war two. The bibliography cites 2 sources.
Filename: TEmejjap.wps.

Child Labor in India
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The problem of child labor is discussed in this 8 page overview. While India is the country highlighted, the world situation is discussed as well as how the Western world plays a role. Statistics are cited. Recent efforts made by the Indian government to resolve the problem are noted. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Indialab.wps

Indian Women and the False Promise of Education
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10 pages in length. As India becomes a significant player in the newly-emerging global marketplace, the country's women still remain socially inferior to their male counterparts. This analytical research dpaper specifically examines Indian women, the availability of education, the false promise of employment, and some possible socio-cultural solutions.
Filename: Indiedu.wps

Politics and Religion in Ancient Civilizations
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A 5 page paper which compares and contrasts the relationship between politics and religion in the ancient civilizations of the Near East, Egypt, Greece, Rome, Orient and India. There are many similarities in each of these ancient civilizations considering it was a time when religion was the most important aspect of life for most of these people. Politics more often than not, used this to their advantage. The only difference was perhaps, to what degree it was used. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RApolrel.wps

Indian-Pakistani Nuclear Testing
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A 5 page paper discussing the current issue of nuclear testing as it relates to India and Pakistan. It has been many years since any nuclear testing has been conducted in any part of the world and the recent tensions between India and Pakistan have apparently brought out the 'big guns.' On May 11, 1998 -- India tested three nuclear devices 328 feet underground in a remote desert and the tests go on from there. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Ind-paki.wps
Filename: Ind-paki.wps

Pakistan and India’s Dispute over Kashmir
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This 7 page report discusses the long-running dispute between the nations of India and Pakistan regarding the state of Kashmir. Kashmir was one of the “loose ends left dangling” when the British Empire came apart at the seams. At the time of the 1947 partition of the subcontinent into India and Pakistan, more than 560 states had to join one of the two new nations. Kashmir has always been in dispute with a third of the contested area absorbed into Pakistan as Azad (“free”) Kashmir. Because it is India’s only predominantly Muslim state, the issue has accelerated into something akin to another holy war. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BWpakind.wps

Patriarchal Bargaining In India & The US
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10 pages in length. While patriarchal bargaining seems very strange to us, not only is it the tradition in India, it is a tradition that is practiced routinely and with fervor. Any business aspiring to invest in India must understand that though patriarchal bargaining is not our way, it is theirs. US companies investing in India must remember that they essentially are guests in the country, and as such, owe it to their hosts to make concessions to India's old traditions without necessarily embracing them. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Bargain.wps

Doing Business in Indonesia
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A comprehensive 4 page overview in which the writer discusses situations unique to doing business in Indonesia. Examined are various social and cultural 'do's' and 'don't' for the American entity looking to establish itself overseas. Examples include understanding the importance of Indonesian, family & ethnic ties, politeness, mannerism, etc; Excellent for those studying basic international business courses. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Indonbus.wps

French Colonization Of Indochina
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A 6 page paper that provides an overview of French colonization in Indochina and considers the elements that led to the French defeat at Dien Bien Phu. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Indofra.wps

Hotel Management In Indochina
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The subject is explored in a 6 page overview. Specifics of hotel management are listed as well as its application to running a hotel in Indochina. Issues addressed include personnel, management training, security and advertising. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Indochin.wps

Islamic Republic Of Pakistan
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A 5 page paper that offers a brief overview of the country. Topics include geography, population, political issues, conflict with India over Kashmir, and nuclear armament. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: PGpaks.wps

Survival of the Zoroastrians of India
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This 12 page report discusses the Zoroastrians of India (also known as the Paris or Parsees), who fled from Persia in the Middle Ages to protect their beliefs from the spread of Islam. The founder of their religion was the prophet Zoroaster (Zarathushtra). The increasing complexities of modern society have also deeply affected the Zoroastrians, who like most deeply religious groups that exist outside of the mainstream of life, have been susceptible to the overpowering and transformative power of modern life. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: BWzoroas.wps

The Human Rights Policy of The United Nations & Implementation of Those Policies in China
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In 5 pages the author discusses the human rights policy of the United Nations and an analysis of the implementation of those policies in China. 'The UN human rights committees focus their goals on human rights violations, and ensuring equality on all aspects. China has been cited as a violator of the human rights covenants that were established by the United Nations.' Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Unrights.wps

HONG KONG GOVERNMENT AND HUMAN RESOURCES
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This 6-page paper examines the role that the Hong Kong government plays in the country's human resources system. Topics covered include the turnover of the area to China in 1997 and the Asian Financial Crisis of 1997-1998, and how the Hong Kong government has responded to try to create a better trained, more educated work force.
Filename: MThkhure.rtf

Principles Of Confucianism
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This 10 page paper examines the Eastern philosophy (and religion) known as Confucianism. Specifically, there will be a discussion of the philosophy's origins, the emergence of Confucian schools of thought, tenets, rituals and principles as outlined in the classics and books of Confucianism. Bibliography lists 10+ sources.
Filename: Confuphi.wps

Lenin and Gandhi / Leadership, Power & the Pursuit of Peace?
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5 pages. Any comparison between Mohandas (Mahatma) Gandhi and Vladimir Ilyich Lenin might seem obvious in the dichotomy: while Gandhi was considered one of the greatest proponents of non-violence, Lenin was recognized as a significant figure in enacting violence and totalitarianism. But there are a number of similarities that come to light when considering the influence and the structures that supported the leadership of these two men, and an important look at their own perspectives supports this premise.
Filename: Lengand.wps

Mohandas K. Gandhi, the Salt March of 1930, Its Impact on the Labor Force, and Efforts to Achieve Hindu and Muslim Harmony
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A 6 page paper which examines Mohandas K. Gandhi's relationship with the Indian labor force, its impact on his famous 'Salt March' of 1930, and considers Gandhi's efforts to achieve harmony among Hindus and Muslims. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: TGmgsalt.wps

Basic Film Review / Gandhi
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A 3 page review & overview of the 1982/83 movie 'Gandhi.' No Bibliography. Keywords : film, India, history.
Filename: Gandhfil.wps

Gandhi's Ideology
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12 pages critically analyzing the ideology of Gandhi (advanced-level research). Bibliography lists 6 references with all page #'s cited.
Filename: Gandhi2.wps

Indira Gandhi
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This 8 page paper looks at the controversial leadership of Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, who ruled India from 1966-1977 and from 1980 until her assassination in 1984. Bibliography included.
Filename: Indirag.wps

Interpretive Questions/Gandhi
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A 3 page analysis that attempts to answer, based on The Essential Gandhi, which is edited by Louis Fischer, the interpretive question: 'What, if any, were Gandhi's mistakes since, in the end he gained independence for India, but failed to prevent the partitioning of the country into India and Pakistan?' An 'interpretive question' is defined as a question to which there are two or more possible answers, therefore, the paper offers two contrasting perspectives. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 99gandhi.wps

Mahatma Gandhi / Spiritual & Political Leader
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A 5 page research paper discussing Mahatma Gandhi's accomplishments as a spiritual and political leader. Beginning in South Africa and continuing in India, Gandhi led his followers on a path of non-cooperation and nonresistance. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Mahatma.wps

Mohandas Gandhi
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This 8 page paper examines the life and legacy of nonviolent political activist Mohandas K. Gandhi, known as the father of India, and includes some recent allegations that the spiritual leader wasn't as saintly has he has been historically portrayed. Bibliography included.
Filename: MGahn.wps

Mohandas Gandhi as a Role Model
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A 5 page style essay on why Mohandas K. Gandhi should serve as a role model for the improvement of our own society today. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Gandhi.wps

Payne's 'Life and Death of Mahatma Gandhi'
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This 7 page paper looks at Payne's book in terms of the larger picture that was Gandhi's life. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Lifedg.wps

Ezra Pound / Philosophy & Works
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9 pages in length. Ezra Pound was an American avant-garde poet, critic, and translator, who exerted an enormous influence over the development of English and American poetry and criticism during the early 20th century. Interestingly, Pound actually led the Modernist interest in Chinese poetry and is therefore quite significant to Asian studies. Report is largely a comprehensive, sociopolitical examination of Ezra Pound's influence, philosophy, and style. Bibliography lists 5 critical sources.
Filename: Ezrapoun.wps

Market Attractiveness Study -- Korea
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An 8 page paper on the Korean market for computer software imports. The writer describes the aspects necessary for high market potential, and identifies the target group to whom the product would be sold. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Koreanmk

Modernity - Korea
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5 pages in length. Korea has experienced significant changes during the past several hundred years with regard to modernity. As a direct result of the current economic crisis, the Asian country has come to rely heavily upon other financially stable nations to bail them out of economic disaster. Has Korea always been destined for failure, or was there a time when it stood steadfast upon its own two feet? The writer discusses modernity as it relates to Korea. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KoreaMod.wps

ASEAN & APEC / A Comparison
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A 5 page research paper which looks at these two organizations which are influencing the economic development of southeast Asia. The writer points out how increased cooperation between these two organizations will create further opportunities in the areas of business and technology through improved communication that promotes the development of financial and physical resources. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: APEASEAN.wps

Chinese in Indonesia / Scapegoats
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A 15 page paper on the recent economic problems that are plaguing Indonesia and causing many of the citizens to attack the Chinese people of that country. While only a small percentage of Indonesia is comprised of Chinese individuals, it is those Chinese who make up the largest percentage of shop-owners and as a result of this the Chinese have been attacked for causing the rapid economic decline of Indonesia. A brief section on the history of the Chinese in Indonesia is included followed by a section describing some of the riots of 1998. The remainder of the paper is essentially devoted to the politics behind the unrest illustrating that the issue of the economic decline that is plaguing Indonesia is not the fault of the handful of Chinese who live and work there. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Indochi2.wps

Effects of the Asian Currency Crisis
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This 8 page paper looks at the effects of the Asian currency crisis on the United States and possible action which could be taken to help the situation. The problem with the presence of nuclear weapons in the region is touched upon. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Curcris.wps

Japan in the Aftermath of the Asian Currency Crisis
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This 8 page paper takes a look at Japan through the Asian currency crisis that began in 1997. Currency matters, particularly the changes in the yen, are discussed. The paper briefly reports on how the currency crisis began in the first place. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: SA016Jap.rtf

Modernity: Thailand
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5 pages in length. Thailand has endured a long and tumultuous period of development from the time of the early modern age up until present day. The writer discusses how history has paved the road of modernity for Thailand from the early modern age up to the present. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: ThaiMod.wps

The Asian Economy
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A 5 page paper discussing a brief history of, and the current status of, the Asian economy, the factors that have led to its current problems and what steps are being taken to correct them. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Asiane2.wps

The Urbanization of Asia
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An 8 page paper on the growing urbanization in Asia. The writer discusses the problems associated with the increased urban population, and its effects on the rural areas. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Asiaurbn.wps