Comparative Analysis of Modernization Afghanistan and Japan Introduction: “The concept of modernization comes from a view of societies as having a standard uni-linear evolutionary pattern, as described in the social evolutionism theories” (Modernization). Modernization is the process of transition from a traditional and pre-modern society to a modern society. Societies must follow this process to achieve modernity. Also, urbanization and industrialization are two other processes that are linked
Afghan-born American novelist and physician Khaled Hosseini’s second bestselling novel, A Thousand Splendid Suns, written in 2007, is set in “war-ravaged landscape of Afghanistan”, and it focuses on the tumultuous lives and relationship of Mariam and Laila. In contrast to Hosseini’s The Kite Runner, which is a story of “father-son relationship”, this novels is regarded as “mother-daughter story” by the author himself. The novel relates the story of Mariam and Laila in four parts. The first part
After the fall of Amanullah Khan, Habibullah Khan Kalakani ruled for a short term and then the Musahiban family ruled over Afghanistan from 1929-1978. The Musahiban family halted the social changes that Amanullah Khan wanted to make which moved it away from developing the economy, state building and modernization. The economy was the same as it was at the turn of the century. The Musahiban family followed the policy of encapsulated modernization. They only focused on the centers the countryside areas
The process of Modernization in Afghanistan under King Amanullah Khan and Iran under Shah Reza Pahlavi The modernization process has been experienced in different ways by different countries that some of them succeeded and some of them failed. Theoretically it has been defined as “a concept in the sphere of social science that refers to the process in which society goes through industrialization, urbanization and other social changes” (Zapf, 2004).Even there is no single approach toward this process
the world that we live in today. Similarly, in Afghanistan people are fighting for their rights everyday. They have been through war and oppression to reach their goals of the freedoms that every person deserves. In this country, women and children are restricted from rights that every person deserves, though they have revolutionized into a country that is somewhat better than it was in the past, they can improve marginally. The war in Afghanistan has been going on for many years, major civil war
the novel utilizes feminist criticism to prove that Afghan men utilize, exploit, and avail their women The History of Afghanistan has been of political instability, war, infrastructure devastation, and limiting political regimes, says Azam Kazemiyan in his book. The streets were littered with glass, bodies and crumpled chunks of metal. The author describes the war-torn conditions of Afghanistan when he says,“There was looting, murder, and, increasingly, rape, which was used to intimidate civilians
A Thousand Splendid Suns written by Khaled Hossieni is indeed a marvelous and heart-aching story about survival in a battle-run country. Khaled Hosseini was born on March 4th, 1965 in Kabul, Afghanistan (“Biography”). He witnessed first-hand the horror of war, and soon immigrated to America in 1980 (“Biography”). Khaled became a trained physician in St. Jose, California but writing still remained his passion (“Biography”). To date, he has written three novels, the first one being a worldwide sensation
being 7, 692 meters in height and an essential geographical defense, leading imperialist powers such as the British Empire and the Czarist Russia race to seize Afghanistan. On two separate occasions, British troops from India were able to enter into the country and establish puppet governments for economic reasons. This phase of Afghanistan history is respectively known as “the Great Game.” However, those who existed at this time frame would not simply word it as “a game”. People of invaded regions underwent
Afghanistan is a country that is mysterious to many outsiders. From the harsh landscape to the traditional social norms shared by its people, Afghanistan continues to mystify the world. The country’s unique location has influenced its history and people, and that of the nations and armies that have tried to conquer it. Like all nations, Afghanistan’s geography, infrastructure, history and people contribute to the overall culture of the country. The Islamic Republic of Afghanistan is located in southern
terrorism in Afghanistan has been the longest war in the history of the United States of America, the war that nobody wanted is finally coming to an end. Ever since the September 11th attack on the twin towers in the heart of New York, the United States has led a 13 year long war on terrorism in the war-torn country, Afghanistan. The ending of the war is a major turning point in the history of America and Afghanistan. The ending of the war will be the greatest test on the people of Afghanistan to see how
This major event in United States’ history was eventually named as the start of the Afghanistan War. Since the year 2001, Afghanistan’s history with the United States has been very rough and destructive due to the Afghanistan War. Shortly after the 9/11 attacks, then-President George W. Bush signed a joint law resolution authorizing the use of force against those responsible for the 9/11 attack (“U.S. War in Afghanistan”). On October 7th, 2001, the US launched missile strikes
Why is Afghanistan not a developed country, where it was the crossroad of great empires Alexander the great, Persian empire, Genghis khan, British, Soviet Union empires. Afghanistan is a country with really complex history, which is located in southern Asia and it is often called the cross road of central Asia. The country is made up of different ethnic of people who are speaking different languages. Afghanistan occupied by British and Soviet armies. The Soviet Union and British empires sent more
East, specifically countries like Iraq or Afghanistan, has shifted drastically. Whenever the media portrays the Middle East, they manage to spin a story negatively or violently. Due to these extrinsic influences, the youngest generation of Americans has never known an America that did not express at least some hatred toward certain parts of the Eastern world. Novels like The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini strive to encourage a healthy interest in Afghanistan and the Middle East while breaking the stereotypes
(Hosseini 237). Khaled Hosseini’s novel, The Kite Runner, took place in Afghanistan and the United States during the time period that the Taliban commanded Afghanistan. Although many Americans may perceive the Taliban as nothing more than a distant memory, the Taliban remain a constant threat in the Middle East and
Violence is a major part of Afghan history, it is woven deeply into the rich history of Afghanistan. Near the end of the twentieth century, Afghanistan was invaded by the Soviet Union and infiltrated by Islamic Radicalists, mainly from the Middle East and Pakistan. Using the help of Senator Charlie Wilson and his proposal to increase the budget for Afghanistan and involvement with the Afghan people, the United States doubled their budget for supplying Afghanistan and became more involved in Afghan
Topic: Afghanistan and the Cold War Thesis Statement: The cold war was fought on many fronts but the role that Afghanistan had in it would be one of the most pivotal conflicts that would decide the fate of the Cold War’s reign over the two powerful nations in America and Soviet Union. Primary Sources: Carter, J. (2014). Speech on Afghanistan (January 4, 1980)—Miller Center. [online] Millercenter.org. Available at: http://millercenter.org/president/carter/speeches/speech-3403 [Accessed 15 Sep. 2014]
Afghanistan Afghanistan is a country that has had a long and interesting history. The countries geography is quite odd and makes it a trouble for invading countries. Religion in Afghanistan has changed vastly over time. Festivals in this country can last for up to a week but not everything is fun and games in Afghanistan. History Afghanistan is a country that has developed over a long period of time. In prehistoric times there were still people living in Afghanistan as hunters. Then, many thousands
Throughout Afghanistan, the variety of ethnicities combined with the personal beliefs of each ethnic group, has lead to ethnic tensions and as a result ethnic discrimination. In The Kite Runner, ethnic cleansing is seen as Hazara characters are discriminated against by Pashtuns, who constitute the majority in Afghanistan. In one occasion we see this ethnic discrimination take place, in an assault committed by Assef, a Pashtun, against Hassan, a Hazara. Not only was it demoralizing for Hassan, but
The history of Afghanistan influences the way Amir’s life develops by affecting his relationship with himself, Baba, and Hassan. People are greatly influenced by the culture that they grow up in, and a community’s culture is shaped by the events that they go through. Throughout the book, the reader can see that Amir struggles with his self-confidence and often-times looks down on himself as a weak and unworthy human being. In the past, Afghanistan has been attacked by many foreign invaders. As a
found mainly in Afghanistan. It is a piece of wood that is hollow with a membrane across the opening. Nylon or metal strings are pulled across a bridge that is played with a bow. This instrument is referenced in old Afghanistan texts, but is not as common in present day Afghanistan. Like most other Afghanistan instruments, the rabab was deemed un-Islamic and banned. Traditional instruments would not become popular again, even after the fall of the ban on music. The history of the musical development