https://irjssh.com/index.php/irjssh <p>International Research Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (IRJSSH) is a peer reviewed International scholarly journal published by Al-Zouq Educational Research Centre. It is dedicated to scholarly study of all aspects of Social Sciences and Humanities. Objectives of IRJSSH are to provide a platform for researchers, academicians, and practitioners to share their research findings and innovative ideas in the field of Social Sciences and Humanities.It is to facilitate communication and collaboration among researchers and practitioners in different regions and disciplines to publish high quality, original, and innovative research papers that contribute to the advancement of knowledge which further affect the overall development of peace in the society.The main objective of the International Research Journal of Social Science and Humanities (IRJSSH) is to offer an intellectual platform to the International scholars and it aims to promote interdisciplinary studies in Humanities and Social Sciences.All manuscripts must be prepared in English and are subject to a double-blind peer review process.</p> International Research Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (IRJSSH) en-US International Research Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities 2959-2887 https://irjssh.com/index.php/irjssh/article/view/200 <p>Eco-linguistics is a new field of linguistics that combines linguistics with ecology. In 1972, Einar Haugen was the first to use the term "ecology" in linguistics and to define the term "language ecology." The purpose of this study is to examine an ecolinguistic viewpoint on Guy de Maupassant's short story "The Necklace." This study aims to observe how lexico-grammatical elements elucidate the discourse as eco-destructive, and how the story reflects the discourse's ecological orientation from an eco-linguistics perspective. The study is descriptive. The qualitative approach is used. The data analysis of this study has included content/textual analysis. Halliday’s systemic Functional Grammar (1990) is taken as a tool to analyze the function of the discourse. Naess’s ecosophy (1995) is used to describe the ecological orientation of the discourse. The original text of the discourse is the sample of the study. To evaluate the discourse as eco-destructive discourse and ecological orientation of the discourse, the researcher focused on two metafunctions of SFG: ideational and interpersonal metafunctions. The findings of the study demonstrated that the lexico-grammatical aspects explain how the discourse "The Necklace" is ecologically&nbsp;destructive. The identified processes through ideational metafunctions and the high degree of modality in interpersonal metafunctions provide the true reflections of eco-destructive discourse in the story “The Necklace”. The ecological orientation of the discourse also leads to destruction. Naess’s (1985) idea about ecosophy also reflects that Ecological Discourse Analysis of the story (Discourse) opposes his concept of ecosophy “LIVING”. The protagonist of the story cannot live well-being, valued, sustainable, and cared for life. In other words, eco-destructive discourse is opposing the ecosophy, sustainability, and value of living life.</p> Tayyaba Tajamal Fauzia Janjua Copyright (c) 2024 International Research Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities 2024-12-04 2024-12-04 3 3 1 24 https://irjssh.com/index.php/irjssh/article/view/203 <p><span style="font-size: 0.875rem;"><em>This research article primarily elucidates two aspects. The first aspect attempts to provide a genuine interpretation and understanding of Islam. While this endeavor is not overly extensive or heatedly debated, it does point out significant key points. These points either encompass the fundamentals of Islam or elaborate on its ethics and principles. In this way, the discussion covers not only the overarching matters of Islam but also specific details that highlight the distinct and guiding nature of Islam compared to other religions.The second aspect is presented in considerable detail. This is crucial because we are all witnesses to the uncertain situation in Pakistani society. This society is neither striving to become religiously literate nor showing enthusiasm for modern scientific understanding. Instead, every individual here seems to lead a life that, while exhausting, also immerses them in the deep sea of futility. Their preferences are unclear, and their goals remain unattained. They engage in activities masked as 'busyness,' which cannot sustain fulfillment. Furthermore, there are abundant reasons for concern.Additionally, another significant reason for the malaise in Pakistani society is the overwhelming emotional factor. Rather than nurturing a spirit of various religious beliefs and sects, pathways leading to extremism are being paved. Under such circumstances, instead of fostering ideas and theories, outdated dogmas and factions thrive, leading to an individualistic mindset that erodes the concept of national unity. This research article is structured to clarify and highlight these observations. It is hoped that it will prove useful for researchers focusing on the intersections of religion and society, if not in entirety, at least in certain aspects</em>.</span></p> Muhammad Riaz Malik Copyright (c) 2024 International Research Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities 2024-12-07 2024-12-07 3 3 25 44