This study attempts to capture one critical index of our nation’s social health—the literacy of its major cities (population of 250,000 and above). The study focuses on six…
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This study attempts to capture one critical index of our nation’s social health—the literacy of its major cities (population of 250,000 and above). The study focuses on six…
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The following table lists the current and historical female political leaders of the countries of the world, according to country name, woman's name, political title, and years in power, including…
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