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What does culture teach a person?

Ridhi Arora
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Culture is about the practices, knowledge, and beliefs that are shared among a group of people. But what does it teach?RespectDifferent cultures teach us to humbly respect and embrace other person’s culture. Suppose you are an American who is visiting India for the first time. Wearing a saree here does not only mean that you are doing it for your pleasure, in fact, you do it for the due regard to the culture of India.SuperstitionIt might sound weird, but superstitions are also a part of the whole belief system of people in India. Now, it may be related to not ... Read More

Which out of linkedIn and Naukri.com is better?

Ridhi Arora
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Are you crazy to get your dream job and find it difficult to chose between Naukri.com and LinkedIn? Before I give any verdict, let's first have a look at the features of both the platforms:Naukri.comNaukri.com is a mass driven platform. There are recruiters who range from small to large firms but here you find most of the recruiters are from the small units.The profiles of users are not easily comparable.The profiles of users are accessible.The provision of referrals and recommendations does not associate itself to Naukri.comThere is no provision to track an individual, who is actively looking for a job ... Read More

What kind of color is black? Is it all bad?

Ridhi Arora
Updated on 19-May-2022 08:04:41

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Black is an achromatic color formed due to the absence or complete absorption of visible light. It is simply opposite to white and is similar to grey. There are mixed opinions with regard to this color. While some consider Black as bold and good while others find it all bad.Different Interpretations of BlackWorst of All  − Greeks and Romans it was symbolically laden with all the worst thingsPositivity − For the ancient Egyptians, Black proved a more positive link because the color of the alluvial soil watered by the Nile river was black. We all know how Nile and alluvial ... Read More

What is the reason behind feeding crows during Shraddhas?

Ridhi Arora
Updated on 04-May-2022 08:49:18

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On a day in every year, called Shraddha feast befitting the sanctity of the abode of the ancestors is afforded. Crows are omnivores, who are fed by one and all during shraddhas. This is not because of one particular reason, but there are many reasons.The major reason why crows are fed in the Shraddhas is that it is believed that our ancestors come down in the form of crows. Therefore, if we feed crows, we are basically feeding our ancestors. Thus, sometimes it is even noted that people cook the favorite food of the ancestors, in order to please them ... Read More

Being a beginner, should I go for blue-chip companies or mid-cap to invest in a mutual fund?

Shankar Bhatt
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Before leading up to the stairs of the share market, investors, especially beginners experience the dilemma between what to choose and what not. Investors come across a number of situation where they have to choose one over the other. For instance, Blue Chip or Mid Cap. Let’s find out what exactly they are?Blue Chip CompaniesIn a layman’s terms, a Blue Chip company holds a huge market share, a huge number of customers, grand brand value, offer good liquidity in stocks, render great turnover in business, tracked by all Stock Research houses etc. These are some bright sides of a Blue ... Read More

What is the difference between story and screenplay in film scripts?

Shankar Bhatt
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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What is a Script All About?Although based on the same incident, both story and screenplay still have disparities. A script is a written text generally created for a film, play, TV serial, etc. Only a script provides a very elaborated explanation of the incidents and characters. A script is created for both movies based on a story. Therefore, we can consider the story as an account of real and imaginary events. A script also gives an opportunity to the actor to comprehend the nature of the character, personality, likes and dislikes. Moreover, as per the demand scriptwriters write their script ... Read More

How can I improve my spoken English?

Shankar Bhatt
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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No one can deny the value of English in the current era where it becomes difficult to survive without the knowledge of this precious language. Moreover, you receive a fine bouquet of respect and honor by folks around you if you are a good orator of this language. Knowing English also gives you a great social status and adds value to your personality.Therefore, it becomes imperative to speak in English. But how? Because, for some, it’s extremely difficult to utter even a few words in English when asked. They literally start trembling. But what? Speaking in English is must as ... Read More

Should we focus on character building or prepare our children for the cut-throat race?

Shankar Bhatt
Updated on 25-Jun-2020 11:00:01

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First of all, let me put the definitions of "Character building" and "Cutthroat race" before getting into the exact question. Character means a sum of attributes, mannerisms, and qualities that will define or describe a certain person. It shows the moral and ethical power of an individual. No matter what the conditions, situations, and circumstances are, a human with integrity or character always does right things. To enhance or strengthen one's character is what we call as "Character building".On the other hand, pushing and putting a person into this extremely competitive world of accomplishing goals by not giving a damn ... Read More

What makes John Donne a unique poet?

Shankar Bhatt
Updated on 25-Jun-2020 10:52:55

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Well, I am not saying this just for the sake of making a statement. John Donne was, is, and will always be my favorite poet for penning down a fine number of poems and reading them is a great satisfaction to your soul. Be it his love poems, religious or metaphysical ones all extend the joy of reading. The following characteristics of John Donne’s poetry put him in the league of a unique poet:Exotic SimilesJohn Donne is widely known for using the far-fetched similes, which adds a great flavor to his poetry. You pick any poem and you’ll find a ... Read More

What is ball tempering and how does it benefit a bowler in the game?

Shankar Bhatt
Updated on 25-Jun-2020 11:49:13

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In the game of cricket, if any member of a fielding side alters the shape of the ball with either his nails or with using any object to get some extra advantage like unexpected swing or spin is called ball-tempering.How Does It Benefit the Bowler?Once the aerodynamics of the ball has been altered, a bowler can easily swing the bowl even on a flat pitch where no natural support from it is gained. When the bowl is thrown and it touches the pitch from the same side where it has been damaged, it takes unexpected turns and dazzles the batsman ... Read More

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