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Borneo
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Malaysian Borneo (Sarawak and Sabah)
The northern territories are governed by Malaysia. Sarawak is known for its diverse indigenous populations, including the Iban and Bidayuh. Sabah, to the northeast, features Mount Kinabalu, the highest peak on the island. The administration here traditionally centers on '[Structured… -
Citizenship Law
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Jus Soli (Right of Soil)
Jus soli grants citizenship based on the territory of birth. Any individual born within the geographical or maritime boundaries of the state automatically acquires citizenship at birth. This doctrine promotes rapid integration of resident alien populations and often facilitates the growth of a national population base. Critics argue that unqualified … -
Landscape
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Etymology and Historical Context
The term derives from the Middle Dutch landschap, originally referring to an administrative division or territory. Early European artistic depictions, emerging prominently in the Netherlandish Renaissance, standardized the genre as a view, shifting focus from territorial documentation to scenic appreciation. Prior to the 16th century, depictions of scenery were typically relegated to background… -
Mandate
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Mandates in International Relations (The League Mandate System)
Outside domestic governance, the term found specialized application in international law following the dissolution of the Ottoman Empire and Austro-Hungarian Empires after the First World War. The League of Nations established the Mandate System/), wherein territories deemed incapable of [self-governa… -
Passerine Bird
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Vocalization and Song Complexity
Vocalizations are perhaps the most studied aspect of passerine biology. Song production is often sexually selected, with males employing complex repertoires to attract mates and defend territory. The complexity of a song is often quantified using the Shannon Diversity Index applied to note transitions. For instance, t…