Short Essay on \’Flower I Like Most\’ (130 Words)

Among the flowers I like Lotus the most. The Lotus is scientifically known as \’Nelumbo Nucifera\’. It is a sacred flower and occupies a unique position in the art and mythology of ancient India and has been an auspicious symbol of Indian culture since time immemorial. It is also the national flower of India.

Lotus flower is found only in two colours that are pink and white. The flower grows in murky waters and rises on a long stalk above the surface to bloom glorious. It is a beautiful flower which symbolises divinity, fertility, wealth, knowledge and not to forget enlightenment. Untouched by the impurity, lotus symbolises the purity of heart and mind. According to Hindu mythology Lotus is m

Short Essay on \’Indira Gandhi Jayanti: 19 November\’ (265 Words)

\’Indira Gandhi Jayanti\’ is celebrated on 19th November every year. It is the birth anniversary of Indira Gandhi. Indira Gandhi was born on 19th November, 1917 in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. Her full name was \’Indira Priyadarshini Gandhi\’. She was the only child of Jawaharlal Nehru and Kamla Nehru. Her father, Jawaharlal Nehru led India\’s political struggle for independence from British rule, and became the first Prime Minister of India.

Indira Gandhi took active part in the freedom struggle of India. She became the President of the Congress party. In May 1964, Indira Gandhi became minister of information and broadcasting in Lal Bahadur Shastri\’s government. She became the third Prime Minister of India. She became Prime Minister after the death of Lai Bahadur Shastri. She served from 1966 to 1977. She was married to Feroz Gandhi and had two sons- Rajiv and Sanjay. She was assassinated on 31st October, 1984.

Indira Gandhi was the first lady Prime Minister of India. During her Prime Minister ship, India won the war against Pakistan in 1971. In 1962, during the Chinese-Indian border war, she coordinated civil defense activities. She was a great social worker and had introduced several schemes for the country. Indira Gandhi was a true patriot and will always be remembered as a bold Prime Minister of India.

Indira Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated grandly in the whole nation. Lots of work are carried out to celebrate this day. On this day conferences, seminars and speeches are held at various places. The struggles and contributions of Indira Gandhi are highlighted. Cultural programmes are also held at many educational institutions. 

\’Letter for Change of Address in LIC Policy\’

To.
The Sr. Branch Manager.
City –Branch Office,
L.I.C. of India,
Lucknow

Sir,

Sub.: Change of Address of Policy Holder
Ref.: Policy Number –XXXXXXXXX

The applicant is the policyholder of above numbered policy of your branch.

The address of policyholder is changed now.

Therefore it is requested that the address of the applicant be changed in your records for future correspondence.

Old Address of Policy Holder: 
House Number-XXX
Gomti Nagar,  
Lucknow-226010 
New Address of Policy Holder
House Number-XXX
Indira Nagar,
Lucknow-226016

Thanks.

Lucknow                                                                                                 Yours’ Sincerely,
Date: 12.02.2014                                                                                          XXX

\’With Profit and Without Profit Plans in Life Insurance\’ (70 Words)

Plan of life insurance can be \’with\’ or \’without\’ profit. An insurance policy can be \’with\’ or \’without\’ profit. In the former, bonuses disclosed, if any, after periodical valuations are allotted to the policy and are payable along with the contracted amount.

In \’without\’ profit plan the contracted amount is paid without any addition. The premium rate charged for a \’with\’ profit policy is therefore higher than for a \’without\’ profit policy. 

 

Short Essay on \’Gurpurab\’ (200 Words)

\’Gurpurab\’ is also known as Guru Nanak Jayanti. It is one of the biggest festivals of Sikhs. The birthday of Guru Nanak Dev is celebrated as Gurpurab. Gurpurab is celebrated in the month of Kartik on the day of full moon known as Kartik Purnima.

Guru Nanak was the founder of the Sikh religion. He was the first Sikh Guru. Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born on 15th April 1469 in Rai-Bhoi-di Talwandi in the present Shekhupura District of Pakistan, which is now known as Nankana Sahib.

On Gurpurab, Sikhs wear new clothes and go to the Gurudwaras. The morning of Gurpurab starts with Prabhat Feris in the Gurudwara followed by processions in localities singing hymns. Sikhs offer their prayers and pay homage to the Guru Granth Sahib. On this day, the holy book of Sikhs, the Guru Granth Sahib is continuously read and recited in the Gurudwaras. Lamps are lit, processions are taken out, free langars (meals) are arranged and a sweet prasad is distributed all over the country. The Nanakpanti Hindus and the other followers of Guru Nanak’s philosophy apart from the Sikhs also observe this sacred festival. 

\’LIC Claims Review Committee\’ (150 Words)

The Life Insurance Corporation of India settles a large number of Death Claims every year. Only in case of fraudulent suppression of material information is the liability repudiated. This is to ensure that claims are not paid to fraudulent persons at the cost of honest policyholders.

The number of Death Claims repudiated is, however, very small. Even in these cases, an opportunity is given to the claimant to make a representation for consideration by the Review Committees of the Zonal office and the Central Office. As a result of such review, depending on the merits of each case, appropriate decisions are taken.

The Claims Review Committees of the Central and Zonal Offices have among their Members, a retired High Court/ District Court Judge. This has helped providing transparency and confidence in Corporation operations and has resulted in greater satisfaction among claimants, policyholders and public. 

Short Essay on \’Influence of Advertisement in Our Lives\’ (160 Words)

Advertisements are essential for starting a new business. Promoting sales is the main motive of a large enterprise. Advertisements rule every aspect of our lives and provide a link between an individual and the world.

Advertising, by the definition, is a paid form of non-personal communication to promote the goods and services. It simplifies the choice of consumers by creating an awareness among people about several brands and products available in the market. As advertisements help in business expansion, the companies spend crores or millions on them.

Advertisements are contained in various means of communication such as magazines, newspapers, television, radio, bill boards etc. Attractive pictures, slogans, taglines etc shown in the advertisements lure customers, thereby pushing up sales.

Advertisements are popularized by the government for betterment of the society in the field of education, providing better facilities, housing facilities for poor, medical facilities like polio drops and other vaccines etc. So, we can conclude by saying that advertisements greatly influence our lives. 

\’Letter for Change of Fund Type in LIC Unit Linked Insurance Plan (ULIP)\’

To.
The Sr. Branch Manager.
City –Branch Office,
L.I.C. of India,
Lucknow

Sir,

Sub.: Change of Fund Type – From Growth to Bond Fund
Ref.: Policy Number –XXXXXXXXX

The applicant is the policyholder of above numbered policy of your branch.

The applicant wants to change the type of fund of above policy from Growth Fund to Bond Fund.

Therefore it is requested that the fund type of above policy be changed from Growth to Bond Fund.

Thanks.

Lucknow                                                                                                  Yours’ Sincerely,
Dt.: 12.02.2014                                                                                                 XXX

Short Biography of \’Dr. Zakir Hussain\’ (210 Words)

\’Dr. Zakir Hussain\’ was born on 8 February, 1897 at Hyderabad, India. His father\’s name was Fida Hussain Khan. His mother\’s name was Naznin Begum. His father died when he was only ten years old and his mother died when he was only fourteen years old.

Zakir Hussain took his early education at Etawah of Uttar Pradesh State. He received his doctorate in economics from the University of Berlin in 1926. Zakir Hussain took active part in the freedom struggle of India.

Zakir Hussain became the Governor of Bihar from 1957 to 1962. He became the second Vice President of India from 1962 to 1967. He was elected President of India and became the third President of India on 13 May 1967. During his presidential tenure Zakir Hussain died on 3 May 1969.

Dr. Zakir Hussain was the first Muslim President of India. He was the first Indian President to die in office. He was a great educationist and intellectual. He was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India\’s highest national honour, in 1963. A great humanist he served the national interests and secularism in the capacity of an educationist. Among the modern Indian thinkers, and more particularly among the nationalist Muslim leaders, the name of Dr. Zakir Hussain is always remembered with great respect. 

Short Essay on \’Bhai Dooj\’ (80 Words)

\’Bhai Dooj\’ is a famous festivals of Hindus. It is celebrated on the second day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Karthik according to Hindu Calendar. Bhai Dooj normally falls two days after Diwali festival.

On this day, sisters pray and wish for the long life, health, wealth and prosperity of their brothers. The brothers in return takes a lifelong vow to protect their sisters. On the day of Bhai Dooj, brothers and sisters reaffirm their pious bonds of affection.

Short Essay on \’Season I Like Most\’ (157 Words)

Among the seasons I like Rainy Season the most. The Rainy Season comes after the Summer Season. This season begins in the middle of June, and continues upto September in India. According to Hindu Calendar this season is felt in the months of Asaadha and Shravana. The Rainy Season begins in India when the South West Monsoon winds begin to blow over this country. During the season, the sky is generally overcast with cloud. The Rainy Season comes after the Summer Season, so, this season brings relief to the burning earth scorched in the summer heat.

The Rainy Season bring the Nature back to life. This Season is helpful to us in many ways. The soil becomes wet and the leaves of trees soothed and nourished with new drops of water. Trees look more and more green. It is a is a good season for cultivation. We enjoy rains. Sometimes, rains come along with lightning and thunder. 
 

Short Essay on \’Rajendra Prasad Jayanti: 03 December\’ (230 Words)

\’Rajendra Prasad Jayanti\’ is celebrated on 3rd December every year. It is the birth anniversary of Dr. Rajendra Prasad. Rajendra Prasad was born on 3rd December, 1884 in the Ziradei village, Siwan district of Bihar, India. His father\’s name was Mahadev Sahai, who was a scholar of Sanskrit and Persian languages. His mother\’s name was Kamleshwari Devi, who was a religious woman.

Rajendra Prasad was a good political leader, lawyer, statesman and social worker. He took active part in the freedom movements of India. He joined the Indian National Congress in 1911. He was elected as the President of the Indian National Congress during the Bombay session in October 1934. He was sent to Jail many times. He was elected the President of Constituent Assembly on 11 December 1946. Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the first President of the Republic of India.

Dr. Rajendra Prasad was subsequently awarded the Bharat Ratna, the India\’s highest civilian award. He authored many books. He was a great educationist and a man of world fame. High principles and ideals of Dr. Rajendra Prasad will always alive to show the right path. His birth anniversary is celebrated on 3rd December every year through out the country in a big way. Rich tributes are paid to him on this day. On this occasion several functions are organized at various places. Floral tributes are offered at his samadhi sthal. 

\’Safer Internet Day\’ (110 Words)

\’Safer Internet Day\’ is observed in the month of February each year. This day is organised by Insafe to promote safer and more responsible use of online technology and mobile phones, especially amongst children and young people across the world. Safer Internet Day 2014 was celebrated on 11th February, 2014. 

On International Safer Internet Day, information are provided to people through Radio about avoiding online fraud in use of ATM and Debit Cards. Cyber ​​crime cell to make this day special programs for children and young people about the precautions to be taken during work in internet. Safer Internet Day make a personal promise to `Do One Thing\’ to stay safer online.
 

Short Biography of \’Indira Gandhi\’ (210 Words)

\’Indira Gandhi\’ was born on 19th November, 1917 in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. Her full name was \’Indira Priyadarshini Gandhi\’. She was the only child of Jawaharlal Nehru and Kamla Nehru. Her father, Jawaharlal Nehru led India\’s political struggle for independence from British rule, and became the first Prime Minister of India.

Indira Gandhi was mostly taught at home. She also studied at \’Vishwa Bharti\’ in Shantiniketan. She took active part in the freedom struggle of India. She became the President of the Congress party. In May 1964, Indira Gandhi became minister of information and broadcasting in Lal Bahadur Shastri\’s government.

Indira Gandhi became the third Prime Minister of India. She became Prime Minister after the death of Sri Lai Bahadur Shastri. She served from 1966 to 1977. She was married to Sri Feroz Gandhi and had two sons- Rajiv and Sanjay.She was assassinated on 31st October, 1984.

Indira Gandhi was the first lady Prime Minister of India. During her Prime Minister ship, India won the war against Pakistan in 1971. In 1962, during the Chinese-Indian border war, she coordinated civil defense activities. She was a great social worker and had introduced several schemes for the country. Indira Gandhi was a true patriot and will always be remembered as a bold Prime Minister of India. 

Short Essay on \’Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti\’ (200 Words

\’Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti\’ is a famous festival of Sikhs. It is celebrated as the birthday of tenth and the last Guru of Sikhs Gobind Singh ji. Guru Gobind Singh was born at Patna, Bihar, India, on December 22, 1666. Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti generally falls in December or January or sometimes twice within a year as it is calculated according to Hindu Bikrami Calendar, which is based on the lunar calendar.

Guru Gobind Singh was the tenth and last guru of Sikhs after his father, Guru Tegh Bahadur. Guru Gobind Singh gained great stature as both Saint and soldier a leader of firm spiritual principles and intense devotion to God. He was inspired to write many powerful spiritual compositions that infused a martial spirit in the people.

This day witnesses large processions and special prayer gatherings at all Gurudwaras. It is a religious celebration in which prayers for prosperity are offered. People sing devotional songs during the procession and share sweets and cold drink or sharbat among the adults and children. Special dishes that are unique to this occasion are prepared and served during the festivities.