Category: Social

Contemporary, Media, Social

Is Meritocracy just a Myth? A Sociological Critique of ’12th Fail”

“Students are merely puppets controlled by the strings of an educational system where privilege decides who gets ahead.” At first glance, this statement may seem overly pessimistic. After all, we are constantly told that success comes from hard work, determination, and talent. Society celebrates stories of individuals who rise from poverty to positions of power, presenting them as proof that anyone can succeed if they … Continue reading Is Meritocracy just a Myth? A Sociological Critique of ’12th Fail”

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Art, Social

Artful Multitudes, Edited to Perfection

Welcome to the age of artful multitudes, edited to perfection; The Performance of Student Curated Multiple Identities. Do I contradict myself?Very well, then I Contradict myself,I am large, I contain multitudes.—Walt Whitman Whitman probably never pulled an all nighter, with coffee running on pure delusion, lofi beats looping through his headphones, and a Google doc stretching into infinity. Yet, his words—“I contain multitudes”—might as well … Continue reading Artful Multitudes, Edited to Perfection

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History, Philosophy, Social

Is there Vanity in Pride?

The feeling of deep satisfaction and a boost in self-worth that one feels after accomplishments is best described as the feeling of pride. A way for man to respect himself, his honour and his dignity. Taking too much solace in this feeling, however, fuels arrogance and entitlement; transitioning it into vanity. The more wood you feed the fire, the greater the flame becomes until it … Continue reading Is there Vanity in Pride?

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Art, History, Social

Obsolescence Woven in Silver: The Decline of Pakistani Craftsmanship

Moons in metalworks. Puppets in makeshift cinemas. Threaded tapestries on wooden floors. The grandeur of calligraphy.  Our modern world progresses more and more each day, and we find our centuries old traditional Pakistani craftsmanship transforming into a testament of the past.  Where the craftsman sits on the street, the metal laden at his feet, the world loses itself in the digital universe. Once, decades ago, … Continue reading Obsolescence Woven in Silver: The Decline of Pakistani Craftsmanship

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Art, Media, Social

Fashion’s visual: A transformational age through the lens of younger generations

For centuries fashion has been the epitome of self-expression, evolving from fitted gowns and tailored suits to more sharp-cut jeans and printed shirts; it has also become a vessel for social evolution. Years ago people experimented with different patterned clothes and motifs to fit their inner persona, whether that meant rebellion in the form of a darkened maroon jacket and matching  a pair of metallic … Continue reading Fashion’s visual: A transformational age through the lens of younger generations

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Contemporary, Mental health, Social

You Behind The Mask

After having a mechanical breakfast, you step into the grounds of what most consider the epitome of education–a socially interconnected abode of learning, as known as your college. With every step towards your class, the impassive onlooker waving at you becomes clearer in your peripheral perspective. A sigh stuck in your throat oozes to get out as you gulp the trembles in and wave back … Continue reading You Behind The Mask

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Social

Narrowing the Gender Gap in Healthcare

Have you ever wondered how medical research prioritizes its focus? Do the researchers meticulously plan which diseases to delve into or what problems to immerse themselves in? One might assume a generic answer, especially in a field filled with mindful individuals. However, considering women’s healthcare, the reality is far from what you might expect. Shockingly, there is a  significant deficiency in research dedicated to female … Continue reading Narrowing the Gender Gap in Healthcare

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History, Social

Neither the City of Gardens nor the City of Love: Lahore

Recently, I stumbled upon a magnificently ornate book on Mughal Architecture titled “Lahore: History and Architecture of Mughal Monuments” by Anjum Rehmani. A deep delve into the influences and achievements throughout the Mughal period, starting from pre-Mughal history, the book explored new aspects of Lahore that I had yet to see around me. In comparison to the almost fantastical seeming portraits of beauty and splendor … Continue reading Neither the City of Gardens nor the City of Love: Lahore

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Art, Media, Pop culture, Social

Demographics in Manga (Part 2): Shoujo and Josei

Without getting derailed  this time, the first demographic I will be discussing fairly extensively in this part is shoujo. The word ‘shoujo’ itself translates to ‘young girl’ and is a demographic that targets young girls and women from approximately around the ages of 12–25. Commonly associated traits with shoujo manga are: use of the female-gaze, introspective dialogues, focus on emotions/emotional storytelling (even within plot and … Continue reading Demographics in Manga (Part 2): Shoujo and Josei

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Art, Media, Pop culture, Social

Demographics in Manga (Part 1): Shonen and Seinen

Manga, in simple words, are comic books originating from Japan which borrow the qualities of both visual and narrative storytelling (including dialogues, any possible point-of-view narration and speech/thought-bubbles). They are mostly published in black-and-white print with a few exceptions and are read from right to left. Though nowadays manga has become somewhat of a mainstream form of entertainment (especially because of its booming popularity in … Continue reading Demographics in Manga (Part 1): Shonen and Seinen

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