Prompt: Tensions in the Jammu and Kashmir region have escalated with recent tit-for-tat air strikes by Pakistan and India. Is this a case of Huntington’s “clash of civilizations” with Hindu and Islamic civilizations at odds with each other? Why or why not? Some questions to think about: How does the colonial history of the region shape the conflict between the two nation states? What do the original inhabitants of the region want? Do the major players care? What role do nations such as China and the United States play in the conflict? Some possible sources: Pakistani Military Says It Downed Two Indian Warplanes, Capturing Pilot https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/27/world/asia/kashmir-india-pakistan-aircraft.html The Kashmir conflict: How did it start? https://www.nationalgeographic.com/culture/2019/03/kashmir-conflict-how-did-it-start/ Timeline: India and Pakistan’s latest confrontation over Kashmir https://www.cnbc.com/2019/03/01/india-pakistan-conflict-timeline.html Chinas Belt and Road Plan in Pakistan Takes a Military Turn https://www.nytimes.com/2018/12/19/world/asia/pakistan-china-belt-road-military.html Directions: Use concepts from the assigned readings and course lectures to respond to the prompt. We are not asking you to summarize the readings or answer all the questions above. We are not asking for your unsupported opinions. We are asking you to make your own coherent and well-supported argument about the topic. Cite specific concepts, short quotes and examples from the assigned readings as evidence to support your own argument. Your paper should be 1000-1200 words or about 3-4 pages. Please pay careful attention to spelling, grammar and punctuation. Remember that citations are required for both paraphrasing and direct quotes from either the text or lecture. Feel free to cite other books and articles as needed. Include a full list of works cited at the back (APA, MLA or other citation standard). Please submit your paper on the course website under “Paper Assignment 2” by Tuesday March 19th by 5 pm. If you have trouble submitting your paper online please email it directly to Anna at akamanzi@uci.edu. See Annas grading rubric below: Grading Rubric 1) Follows directions. Does the paper technically satisfy the assignment in terms of due date, length, format, spelling and content? 2) Thesis. Is there a single clearly stated thesis/argument? Does it relate to the topic and literature? Does it imply an understanding of the more sophisticated concepts discussed in the course? 3) Introduction. Does the introduction put the thesis in the context of the course? Does it tell the reader what the main argument is and how the argument will be made? Does it introduce the sources that will be used? Does it adequately summarize the entire paper? 4) Structure. Is every section of the paper relevant to the main argument? Are the transitions clear and smooth? 5) Concepts. Are the key concepts from the course used to support the thesis? Are the concepts used properly and defined where necessary? 6) Evidence. Are sufficient examples used to support the main argument? Are the examples used appropriate and relevant to the argument? Is their relevance discussed in the paper? Are all sources of data completely and correctly referenced? 7) Conclusion. Is there a strong conclusion? Does it restate the argument and evidence used? 8) References. Was the proper reference format used? Are all uses of borrowed material referenced in the text? Is there a bibliography or works cited section? Does each reference in the text have a corresponding bibliographic listing? A Few Writing Tips: ? Write clearly in your own words using an active voice, using first person where appropriate ? Stay focused on the topic and sources ? Where you state your judgement or opinion, give evidence and clear arguments for your position ? Use quotes sparingly and only in short phrases. Find a way to explain other peoples ideas clearly in your own voice (using appropriate citations when needed) ? Uses proper and consistent citation styles. Consult a style guide if needed. ? Use brief, well-organized paragraphs (4-6 sentences each). Each paragraph should accomplish one clear project within the overall paper. Topic sentences are very helpful to the reader. ? PROOF READ! Omit needless words, spell check, and read for grammar and punctuation mistakes. Consult the Writing Center on campus for help.
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