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The purpose of this study is to examine, compare and contrast the arranged marriage practices in two specific cultures: a rural Sri Lankan village and metropolitan Japan. The subsequent discussion not only reveals some of the basic practices in arranged marriages in each culture, but also suggests conclusions about the basic commonalities in such practices and how development has had an effect on the practice.

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"Of all of the anthropological concepts routinely studied in ethnographic analyses, marriage is probably one of the most ubiquitous. All human societies demonstrate some form of marriage even though anthropologists cannot necessarily agree upon how marriage should be defined in a universal fashion. Nonetheless, marriage is an important part of every human society because it helps dictate kinship organization and determines individual roles within the community. Understanding the ways in which cultures treat marriage can be extremely important in understanding the most basic operations of that culture."

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This paper discusses how flexibility of seating arrangements in the classroom can promote learning and positive behavior, and reduce incidents of behavioral problems in emotionally disturbed students. It looks at the need for accommodations to be tailored to each student's specific needs for this student segment.

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"Whether emotionally disturbed children are educated in special schools or are integrated into normal school populations as the law now provides for, they often require certain adaptations of the normal classroom setting and procedures to function maximally ..."

Tags:seating arrangement, individual needs, emotionally disturbed

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This paper that outlines the various alternative work arrangement options and identifies their viability.

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This paper examines how arranged marriages have been greatly successful and continue to be the gateway to wedlock for almost all the communities in India. It attempts to understand why arranged marriages have been more stable in India and other Asian countries than love marriages in the Western world, together with the advantages and disadvantages of this approach to marriage. It shows how there is a cultural influence that is closely linked with the practice of arranged marriages and discusses this traditional approach.

Outline
Introduction
Arranged Marriage (What It Is)
Indian Marriage
The Engagement
The Bridal Makeup
Henna the Traditional Decoration
Arranged Marriages in Japan
Marriages Statistics and Misconceptions
Conclusion

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"Indian tradition is amongst the oldest and still vibrant systems in the world. In spite of the impact of foreign rule and the consequent culture influx it still stands out as a strong nation resonating with a unique cultural heritage. Arranged marriages have been a part of Indian system for a very long time and it is dated to be there since the very birth of the institute of marriage. The first step in the marriage process is the Horoscope. Indians pay much attention to horoscopes. After preparing a detailed horoscope the parents exchange it with prospective boys and girls. The services of the horoscope matching centers are also utilized. Once the horoscopes are compared for their compatibility the parents initiate the next step, that is they arrange a meeting to see the girl."

Tags:cuture, religion, henna, engagement, bride

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This paper discusses the social custom and institution of arranged marriages, that makes up a large part of the history of marriage and society. The paper contends that the custom has been criticized and often condemned in the contemporary western world. Many people see arranged marriages as unethical and as a deprivation of human rights and of the right to a free choice of life partner. The paper claims that surprisingly, this view is sometimes contradicted by modern youths from cultures that have traditionally approved of arranged marriages. The paper presents the views of the proponents and opponents to this tradition.

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"Arranged marriages still take place throughout the world. There have however also been many changes to these traditions in contemporary society. Many of today's arranged marriages occur in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka where they are still generally accepted. Japan is another country where arranged marriages are prevalent with more than 30 percent of the marriages arranged by family or other societal authorities. There are also different types of arranged marriage. In Japan there are two types of marriage - known as the love marriage and the arranged marriage. While there are still arranged marriages in Japan, the majority of marriages are love marriages, similar to the Western marriages (Arranged Marriage) "

Tags:wedding, love, organized

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The paper introduces the famous names in musical arrangement history. It provides a brief look at the musician's childhood and then mentions important milestones and works in his career. Several arrangers mentioned are Claus Ogerman ("Fiddler on the Roof"), Duke Ellington ("Crescendo in Blue") and Quincy Jones (Michael Jackson's "Thriller" and "The Color Purple").

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"Quincy Jones is one of the most famous arrangers in the world. He is also a producer, conductor, instrumentalist and record company executive. His credits include the production of Michael Jackson's Thriller album, which has sold more copies than any other album in the history of music. Quincy Jones is also famous for his ability to work with artists from a myriad of musical genres. Jones has worked with a range of artist from Count Bassie to Queen Latifah. Among his most notable accomplishments was his co-production of the film The Color Purple which was granted 11 academy awards."

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This paper provides a discussion of arranged marriage. The focus is on arranged marriages in Middle Eastern nations, including Iran, Iraq and Egypt. Differences and similarities among the three are discussed. An outline of the paper is included as well as article copies.

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"Arranged marriages are quite common in Africa, India and the Middle East. However, the arranged component is defined differently in different cultures, even Muslim nations within the Middle East have different definitions..."

Tags:Islamic, Muslim, tradition, culture, gender, wealth, dowry, negotiation, courtship, family

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Many developing nations rely heavily on their ability to produce low cost goods for the international market in order to fuel their economies. This paper examines how the Multi-Fibre Arrangement (MFA) was introduced to protect the economies of developed nations' textiles and clothing industries through the introduction of quotas. It also discusses how, as a result, many developing nations have found that their access to such large markets as the United States and the European Union have been restricted quite drastically and thus the expansion of such industries has been limited.

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"International trade is based on economic theory states that there is a potential gain from trade among two or more countries, in doing so each country will export the good in which it has a comparative advantage over another in the production of a certain commodity if its opportunity cost of producing that commodity is lower (Daniels, J. & Radebaugh, L. & Sullivan, D. 2004, p147). The theory of comparative advantage comes from the theory of absolute advantage which states that certain countries have an advantage over other countries in producing certain commodities, eg Saudi Arabia producing petroleum, Australia producing beef, China producing textiles and clothing. This can be due to differences in land, labour, capital and technology (Fraser, I & Fraser, S & Gionea, J. 2003, p206). "

Tags:industry, clothing, textile, economy, comparative, advantage, export, import, trade, United States, European Union, International, developed, developing, expansion, exchange, foreign, restrictions, barriers, quotas, market, access, quantitative, restricti

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The purpose of this study is to obtain insight into the attitudes of individuals who have had to make final arrangements for a deceased friend or relative and to compare their experiences and perceptions to those identified in the literature. The paper employs a quasi-experimental research design using a sample of 50 survivors identified via newspaper obituaries published 6 to 24 months prior to the study to test two research hypotheses. A full literature review of the subject is also included.

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"Many individuals attempt to avoid both the high costs of funerals and the emotional trauma of providing for final arrangements by participating in any one of a number of "pre-payment" or "pre-planning" programs offered by funeral directors and cemeterians. Pre-payment plans vary, but most include full payment for selected services and amenities (How to cut..., 1995). Payments can be made in installments, with the details of the final arrangements spelled out in contractual form. While pre-paying can eliminate some of the trauma associated with making final arrangements, there is growing evidence that pre-payment plans are not the ultimate safeguard against funeral home gouging that they were designed to be."

Tags:Funeral, Rule, cremation, FAMSA, Preneed, Act, Totten, Trust

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This paper discusses arranged marriages versus love marriages, the pros and cons of each and the circumstances under which each take place.

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"There is an ongoing debate about which is better - arranged marriages or "love marriages". One can argue that arranged marriages are based on practical reasons and thrive on mutual respect and responsibility. On the other side are those who argue that love is what holds a marriage together and that love equals happiness. The truth is everyone has his or her own reason for getting married and the debate is likely to go on. Arranged marriage has evolved from an ancient tradition to a valid life choice for young men and women today."

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