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Migration Letters, 2023
This qualitative study explores the intricate relationship between social stigma and mental healt... more This qualitative study explores the intricate relationship between social stigma and mental health among the transgender community in Lahore, Pakistan, and Delhi, India. Through 16 in-depth interviews, the research employs thematic analysis to uncover the core themes that emerge from the personal narratives of transgender individuals in these culturally diverse yet challenging environments. The thematic analysis revealed several key themes: the pervasive impact of societal rejection, the psychological toll of discrimination, resilience in the face of adversity, and the quest for identity and acceptance. Participants' accounts vividly portray the harsh realities of living as a transgender individual in societies where deep-seated stigma is prevalent. Many described experiences of ostracization from family and community, leading to feelings of isolation and psychological distress. The stigma associated with their gender identity often resulted in discrimination in various spheres of life, including employment, healthcare, and social interactions, further exacerbating their mental health challenges. Despite these adversities, a recurring theme of resilience emerged. Participants shared coping strategies and support systems that helped them navigate these challenges. The stories highlighted not only their struggles but also their strength and determination to live authentically. This study sheds light on the urgent need for societal change and policy reform to support the mental health and well-being of the transgender community in Lahore and Delhi. The findings provide valuable insights for mental health professionals, policymakers, and advocates, emphasizing the importance of creating inclusive and supportive environments that respect and affirm transgender identities.
REVIEW OF INTERNATIONAL GEOGRAPHICAL EDUCATION ONLINE, 2021
Many suicide cases of Indian COVID-19 get attention from news and social media, even though no pa... more Many suicide cases of Indian COVID-19 get attention from news and social media, even though no particular study has significantly assessed COVID-19's causal factors for suicide. Therefore, 125 COVID-19 suicide cases are covered by current research (aged 19 to 65 years; 63 cases were males). The causes of suicide include Fear of COVID-19 (n=21), after financial problems (n=19), sole, social boycott and quarantine pressures, COVID-19 positive, work-related stress, incapacity for lockdown and incapacity to get alcohol. Fear of COVID-19. Given the severe psychological effects of COVID-19, extensive tele-mental health services throughout the country are urgently needed.
Kurdish Studies, 2023
The issue of marital dissatisfaction has emerged as a significant concern in light of economic in... more The issue of marital dissatisfaction has emerged as a significant concern in light of economic instability and educational deficiencies, necessitating the attention of contemporary scholarly works and policymakers. Therefore, the current study aims to examine the effects of dowry-related pressures, male ego, and gender discrimination on the overall satisfaction levels in marital relationships among Kurdish individuals. This study also examines the moderating influence of educational attainment on the relationship between pressure to provide dowry, male ego, gender discrimination, and marital dissatisfaction among Kurdish individuals. The primary data for this study was collected from a specific group of individuals through the use of survey questionnaires. The study additionally utilised the SPSS-AMOS software to assess the validity of the data and examine the relationships between the variables under investigation. The results of the study revealed that there is a significant correlation between the practice of dowry, male ego, and gender discrimination and the level of marital dissatisfaction experienced by Kurdish individuals. The findings also revealed that the level of education plays a significant moderating role in the relationship between the pressure to provide dowry, male ego, gender discrimination, and marital dissatisfaction among Kurdish individuals. This article provides guidance to policymakers in formulating policies pertaining to the dissatisfaction experienced within marital relationships, with a focus on addressing issues such as the practice of dowry, male ego, limited access to education, and gender-based discrimination.
LINGUISTICA ANTVERPIENSIA, 2021
The purpose of this study is to determine factors contributing to gender disparity in Malaysia. S... more The purpose of this study is to determine factors contributing to gender disparity in Malaysia. Specifically, the researcher has assessed the regions in Malaysian society where the gender gap has been on the rise. In Malaysian, 50% of her population are women, but still, they are discriminated against and not considered in decision-making processes in the society. For example, in the education sector, leadership, politics, the corporate world, and entrepreneurship with women have taken backstage. The whole system has been designed to alienate women from being counted when it matters. With over thirty ethnic groups, Malaysian is termed as a multi-ethnic country and rich in culture. It is these cultural beliefs that have contributed to women falling behind. This study is based on readings from a book on Women, politics, and change in society. The author Lenore Manderson (1980) has tried to show how she was inspired to know more about the Malay women following assertions by a British journalist and other European visitors. Also, she tried to recon the remarkable feature of women in Malaysia attempting to fight for their existence in the society through rallies, demonstrating, and forming national movements during the late 40s and post-world war II. The journalist tried to describe the roles Malay women played in society and the discrimination, inequality in rights, and issues they went through in the community.
South Asian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 2020
The transgender community existed from way back in history. There are records for their existence... more The transgender community existed from way back in history. There are records for their existence thousands of years ago. But they were always submerged by the society. A chance was never provided for them, which was all that was needed to prove themselves and their existence. The tortures made them escalate downwards in fear of the outer world. The hijras, with their undefined sense of self that forms their understanding of existence, their susceptibility, marginalisation and relocation, existing in the middle of a culture that does not comprehend them and barely tolerates them, are a fitting example of the existential component of precarity. This article attempted to highlight the reason behind the issues faced by transgender community in Indian society. In order to examine these issues this article analysed the character of Anjum, a transgender, in Arundhati Roy's The Ministry of Utmost Happiness.
Journal of Human Development and Communication, 2018
The women's right issues and child abuse are among the most prominent challenges still faced by I... more The women's right issues and child abuse are among the most prominent challenges still faced by India even in the 21st century. This paper explains how the abuse of women and child is the biggest human rights violation in India. The current paper examines the causes that lead to women issues and child abuse in India from the perspective of Arundhati Roy's novel The God of Small Things. In present India, even after Independence, gender discrimination and child abuse in Indian society are at worst. In order to understand the causes that create challenges for women and danger for children in Indian society, the current paper studies the views and experiences of Arundhati Roy as she presented in her selected novel The God of Small Things (1997). It uses a qualitative research methodology to analyse and collect the relevant data using the textual analysis method. The significance of this study is to create an awareness among the readers on the importance of rights and freedom of women and children in India. This paper depicts how Indian women, as well as children, are facing problems and violence in their daily lives and how literature (novel) education is used to raise and build their personalities in order to contribute fruitfully in Indian society.
The term " absurdity " is very well known in literature and frequently used by the writers of pos... more The term " absurdity " is very well known in literature and frequently used by the writers of post 2 nd World War. They use this term in the manner of its meaning or even more than that in their works. The effects of War and human sufferings from that caused absurdism to flourished and also spread Nihilism, meaninglessness, nothingness. The aim and motive of this paper is to prove that the idea of absurdism may be new which is observed by absurd writer on human bizarre situation, but the existence of absurdism was already been used in the writings of Elizabethan writers or before that. In these writers the king of drama, William Shakespeare was also one of the most prominent in whose writings the existence of absurdity can easily be traceable when he is well known for his tragedies and comedies. Although this existence was not noticed by or tagged by the writers or critics of that time as absurdism, there was its presence on the large scale. This paper is going to compare the level of absurdity among the playwrights of absurd and absurdism in the select works of Shakespeare. The idea here is that the writer who is still incomparable also created the levels of absurdity in his plays unintentionally without being aware of the notion of " Absurdism " .
This paper deals with the language used by one of the most famous modern writers EUGENE IONESCO (... more This paper deals with the language used by one of the most famous modern writers
EUGENE IONESCO (1909-1994), in his plays The Chairs and The Bald Soprano. Ionesco is the
writer whose sense of literature incorporated with the experiences he gained from his life and the
observations that he made in society and people around him. The usage of language in his works
we can say, to some extent, is quite similar to other modern writers who motivated their thoughts
and writing skills to write in an absurd manner and portray the extreme level of absurdity of
human and worlds in their works. But as every writer is having their own way of flourishing the
works, like through plot, character, dialogues, scenes and so on. Ionesco too had his way of
presenting the levels of absurdity in the society and his technique was „Language’. He is often
called as Man of Anti-Theatre, because of his presentation of language as an impossible means of
communication. The paper will present these points briefly and will focus on the two above
mentioned texts in detail.
Migration Letters, 2023
This qualitative study explores the intricate relationship between social stigma and mental healt... more This qualitative study explores the intricate relationship between social stigma and mental health among the transgender community in Lahore, Pakistan, and Delhi, India. Through 16 in-depth interviews, the research employs thematic analysis to uncover the core themes that emerge from the personal narratives of transgender individuals in these culturally diverse yet challenging environments. The thematic analysis revealed several key themes: the pervasive impact of societal rejection, the psychological toll of discrimination, resilience in the face of adversity, and the quest for identity and acceptance. Participants' accounts vividly portray the harsh realities of living as a transgender individual in societies where deep-seated stigma is prevalent. Many described experiences of ostracization from family and community, leading to feelings of isolation and psychological distress. The stigma associated with their gender identity often resulted in discrimination in various spheres of life, including employment, healthcare, and social interactions, further exacerbating their mental health challenges. Despite these adversities, a recurring theme of resilience emerged. Participants shared coping strategies and support systems that helped them navigate these challenges. The stories highlighted not only their struggles but also their strength and determination to live authentically. This study sheds light on the urgent need for societal change and policy reform to support the mental health and well-being of the transgender community in Lahore and Delhi. The findings provide valuable insights for mental health professionals, policymakers, and advocates, emphasizing the importance of creating inclusive and supportive environments that respect and affirm transgender identities.
REVIEW OF INTERNATIONAL GEOGRAPHICAL EDUCATION ONLINE, 2021
Many suicide cases of Indian COVID-19 get attention from news and social media, even though no pa... more Many suicide cases of Indian COVID-19 get attention from news and social media, even though no particular study has significantly assessed COVID-19's causal factors for suicide. Therefore, 125 COVID-19 suicide cases are covered by current research (aged 19 to 65 years; 63 cases were males). The causes of suicide include Fear of COVID-19 (n=21), after financial problems (n=19), sole, social boycott and quarantine pressures, COVID-19 positive, work-related stress, incapacity for lockdown and incapacity to get alcohol. Fear of COVID-19. Given the severe psychological effects of COVID-19, extensive tele-mental health services throughout the country are urgently needed.
Kurdish Studies, 2023
The issue of marital dissatisfaction has emerged as a significant concern in light of economic in... more The issue of marital dissatisfaction has emerged as a significant concern in light of economic instability and educational deficiencies, necessitating the attention of contemporary scholarly works and policymakers. Therefore, the current study aims to examine the effects of dowry-related pressures, male ego, and gender discrimination on the overall satisfaction levels in marital relationships among Kurdish individuals. This study also examines the moderating influence of educational attainment on the relationship between pressure to provide dowry, male ego, gender discrimination, and marital dissatisfaction among Kurdish individuals. The primary data for this study was collected from a specific group of individuals through the use of survey questionnaires. The study additionally utilised the SPSS-AMOS software to assess the validity of the data and examine the relationships between the variables under investigation. The results of the study revealed that there is a significant correlation between the practice of dowry, male ego, and gender discrimination and the level of marital dissatisfaction experienced by Kurdish individuals. The findings also revealed that the level of education plays a significant moderating role in the relationship between the pressure to provide dowry, male ego, gender discrimination, and marital dissatisfaction among Kurdish individuals. This article provides guidance to policymakers in formulating policies pertaining to the dissatisfaction experienced within marital relationships, with a focus on addressing issues such as the practice of dowry, male ego, limited access to education, and gender-based discrimination.
LINGUISTICA ANTVERPIENSIA, 2021
The purpose of this study is to determine factors contributing to gender disparity in Malaysia. S... more The purpose of this study is to determine factors contributing to gender disparity in Malaysia. Specifically, the researcher has assessed the regions in Malaysian society where the gender gap has been on the rise. In Malaysian, 50% of her population are women, but still, they are discriminated against and not considered in decision-making processes in the society. For example, in the education sector, leadership, politics, the corporate world, and entrepreneurship with women have taken backstage. The whole system has been designed to alienate women from being counted when it matters. With over thirty ethnic groups, Malaysian is termed as a multi-ethnic country and rich in culture. It is these cultural beliefs that have contributed to women falling behind. This study is based on readings from a book on Women, politics, and change in society. The author Lenore Manderson (1980) has tried to show how she was inspired to know more about the Malay women following assertions by a British journalist and other European visitors. Also, she tried to recon the remarkable feature of women in Malaysia attempting to fight for their existence in the society through rallies, demonstrating, and forming national movements during the late 40s and post-world war II. The journalist tried to describe the roles Malay women played in society and the discrimination, inequality in rights, and issues they went through in the community.
South Asian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 2020
The transgender community existed from way back in history. There are records for their existence... more The transgender community existed from way back in history. There are records for their existence thousands of years ago. But they were always submerged by the society. A chance was never provided for them, which was all that was needed to prove themselves and their existence. The tortures made them escalate downwards in fear of the outer world. The hijras, with their undefined sense of self that forms their understanding of existence, their susceptibility, marginalisation and relocation, existing in the middle of a culture that does not comprehend them and barely tolerates them, are a fitting example of the existential component of precarity. This article attempted to highlight the reason behind the issues faced by transgender community in Indian society. In order to examine these issues this article analysed the character of Anjum, a transgender, in Arundhati Roy's The Ministry of Utmost Happiness.
Journal of Human Development and Communication, 2018
The women's right issues and child abuse are among the most prominent challenges still faced by I... more The women's right issues and child abuse are among the most prominent challenges still faced by India even in the 21st century. This paper explains how the abuse of women and child is the biggest human rights violation in India. The current paper examines the causes that lead to women issues and child abuse in India from the perspective of Arundhati Roy's novel The God of Small Things. In present India, even after Independence, gender discrimination and child abuse in Indian society are at worst. In order to understand the causes that create challenges for women and danger for children in Indian society, the current paper studies the views and experiences of Arundhati Roy as she presented in her selected novel The God of Small Things (1997). It uses a qualitative research methodology to analyse and collect the relevant data using the textual analysis method. The significance of this study is to create an awareness among the readers on the importance of rights and freedom of women and children in India. This paper depicts how Indian women, as well as children, are facing problems and violence in their daily lives and how literature (novel) education is used to raise and build their personalities in order to contribute fruitfully in Indian society.
The term " absurdity " is very well known in literature and frequently used by the writers of pos... more The term " absurdity " is very well known in literature and frequently used by the writers of post 2 nd World War. They use this term in the manner of its meaning or even more than that in their works. The effects of War and human sufferings from that caused absurdism to flourished and also spread Nihilism, meaninglessness, nothingness. The aim and motive of this paper is to prove that the idea of absurdism may be new which is observed by absurd writer on human bizarre situation, but the existence of absurdism was already been used in the writings of Elizabethan writers or before that. In these writers the king of drama, William Shakespeare was also one of the most prominent in whose writings the existence of absurdity can easily be traceable when he is well known for his tragedies and comedies. Although this existence was not noticed by or tagged by the writers or critics of that time as absurdism, there was its presence on the large scale. This paper is going to compare the level of absurdity among the playwrights of absurd and absurdism in the select works of Shakespeare. The idea here is that the writer who is still incomparable also created the levels of absurdity in his plays unintentionally without being aware of the notion of " Absurdism " .
This paper deals with the language used by one of the most famous modern writers EUGENE IONESCO (... more This paper deals with the language used by one of the most famous modern writers
EUGENE IONESCO (1909-1994), in his plays The Chairs and The Bald Soprano. Ionesco is the
writer whose sense of literature incorporated with the experiences he gained from his life and the
observations that he made in society and people around him. The usage of language in his works
we can say, to some extent, is quite similar to other modern writers who motivated their thoughts
and writing skills to write in an absurd manner and portray the extreme level of absurdity of
human and worlds in their works. But as every writer is having their own way of flourishing the
works, like through plot, character, dialogues, scenes and so on. Ionesco too had his way of
presenting the levels of absurdity in the society and his technique was „Language’. He is often
called as Man of Anti-Theatre, because of his presentation of language as an impossible means of
communication. The paper will present these points briefly and will focus on the two above
mentioned texts in detail.