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Top Ten Free Publication Services for Authors

 There’s a wealth of publication services available for aspiring authors and seasoned writers alike, each offering distinct features and benefits. Here’s a glimpse into ten notable publication services that have made their mark in the literary world:

  1. Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP): As one of the most popular self-publishing platforms, KDP allows authors to publish and distribute eBooks and paperbacks globally. Its user-friendly interface, extensive reach, and royalty structure make it a go-to choice for many independent authors.

  2. IngramSpark: Renowned for its wide distribution network, IngramSpark enables authors to publish print and eBooks. It offers access to various distribution channels, including bookstores, libraries, and online retailers, making it a preferred choice for authors aiming for broad market reach.

  3. Smashwords: Focused on eBooks, Smashwords provides authors with a platform to publish and distribute their works across multiple retailers. It offers formatting tools, marketing options, and a broad distribution network, empowering authors to reach diverse audiences.

  4. Draft2Digital: Similar to Smashwords, Draft2Digital streamlines the eBook publishing process, providing authors with tools to format manuscripts, distribute across various platforms, and manage royalties. Its user-friendly interface and distribution options make it a convenient choice.

  5. BookBaby: Offering a comprehensive suite of services, BookBaby assists authors in self-publishing eBooks, print books, and audiobooks. It provides editing, design, and distribution services, catering to authors looking for a one-stop solution.

  6. Lulu: Lulu provides a platform for authors to self-publish print books and eBooks. It offers customizable publishing packages, printing services, and distribution options, catering to authors seeking control over the publishing process.

  7. Blurb: Known for its high-quality printing, Blurb specializes in enabling authors to create and publish print books, photo books, and magazines. It offers design tools and distribution services, emphasizing visual content and professional printing.

  8. Kobo Writing Life: Kobo Writing Life is an eBook publishing platform catering to authors interested in reaching Kobo’s global audience. It provides easy eBook creation tools, distribution options, and promotional opportunities within the Kobo ecosystem.

  9. Wattpad: Popular among writers and readers, Wattpad allows authors to publish stories serially, fostering a community-driven approach to storytelling. It provides exposure to a vast audience and engagement through reader interaction.

  10. Reedsy: More than just a publishing platform, Reedsy offers a marketplace connecting authors with professional editors, designers, marketers, and other publishing services. It provides a curated experience for authors seeking professional assistance throughout the publishing journey.

Each of these publication services caters to specific needs and preferences of authors, offering a range of tools, distribution networks, and support systems. Choosing the right service depends on an author’s goals, genre, publishing format, and desired level of control over the publishing process. Ultimately, authors benefit from exploring these options to find the service that aligns best with their vision for their work.

Significance and Art of Book Reviews

 Book reviews stand as vibrant reflections of literary critique, offering a glimpse into a reader’s interpretation, evaluation, and analysis of a written work. They serve as guiding beacons, navigating prospective readers through the labyrinth of literature, aiding in informed choices amidst a vast sea of options. These critical assessments not only illuminate the content of a book but also provoke discussions, foster connections, and contribute significantly to the literary ecosystem.

At their core, book reviews are multifaceted mirrors reflecting the myriad dimensions of a literary work. They encapsulate the essence of the narrative, delve into character depth, dissect thematic elements, and scrutinize the author’s style and craftsmanship. A well-crafted review transcends a mere synopsis; it unveils the nuances and intricacies, exposing the strengths and weaknesses while providing a comprehensive understanding of the book’s essence.

Moreover, book reviews serve as catalysts for intellectual discourse. They initiate conversations among readers, fostering a community where diverse perspectives coalesce. Readers engage in debates, share insights, and embark on journeys of intellectual exploration, amplifying the experience beyond the solitary act of reading. These discussions not only enrich individual interpretations but also contribute to a collective understanding of the literary landscape.

The art of crafting a compelling book review requires a delicate balance between objectivity and subjectivity. Reviewers navigate the terrain of personal opinion while maintaining an objective stance, offering a fair evaluation that respects both the author’s intent and the reader’s experience. A well-articulated review acknowledges the subjective nature of reading preferences while providing a reasoned analysis that aids readers in making informed choices.

Furthermore, the impact of book reviews transcends the realm of individual readership. They wield considerable influence in shaping literary trends, amplifying the visibility of authors and their works. A glowing review can catapult a book into the limelight, propelling it towards bestseller status and garnering the attention it deserves. Conversely, critical reviews, when constructive and insightful, serve as valuable feedback for authors, fostering growth and refinement in their craft.

In the digital age, the landscape of book reviews has evolved, proliferating across various platforms. From traditional print publications to online forums, social media, and dedicated book blogs, the avenues for sharing opinions have expanded exponentially. This democratization of reviewing empowers readers, allowing diverse voices to contribute to the rich tapestry of literary critique.

However, amidst this abundance of opinions, the integrity of book reviews stands as a cornerstone. Authenticity, honesty, and ethical responsibility are paramount. Reviewers bear the responsibility of offering genuine assessments, free from external influences or biases, maintaining the trust bestowed upon their insights.

In conclusion, book reviews serve as invaluable gateways into the literary universe, offering guidance, sparking discourse, and shaping the literary landscape. Their significance lies not only in elucidating the essence of a book but also in fostering a community bound by a shared love for literature. As readers, reviewers, and contributors to this vibrant tapestry of critique, we honor the diverse narratives that enrich our lives and perpetuate the timeless allure of the written word.

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Two Unique Satras of Majuli (largest river Island in the world), Assam: My Observations

This article is about two Satras (Religious places) from Majuli, a district in Assam, the most beautiful and largest river Island in the world. In this article, I intend to present cases of two Satras out of many Satras in Majuli. Satras are indigenous social institutional centres mainly associated with the Ekasarana tradition of Vaishnavism. Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardev initiated establishing Satra institutions to fulfil the religious and socio-cultural needs of the people. The word ‘Satra’ originates in the Bhagavata Purana in the Sanskrit term ‘Sattra’, meaning ‘an assembly of devotees’.
The Satra consists of a large prayer hall facing a simple shrine, surrounded by dormitories and bathing tanks for monks known as ‘Bhakats’. In many Satras, Bhakats cannot marry (strictly bachelors), known as ‘Udakhain Vaishnav’. They themselves stay on the premises of Satras and eat by self-cooking. Sometimes, one person cooks for some other ‘Udakhain Vaishnavs’. In this article, cases of two Satras are presented. Both are unique in their own ways. It is pertinent to mention that the author visited the Satras on December 13, 2023, and held discussions with the monks/Bhakats of the Satras. It is noteworthy to mention that the head of the Satra is known as Satradhikari.
Dakhsinpath Satra: This is one of the oldest Satras of Assam, established in 1654 by Satradikhar Sri Sri Banamali Dev Goswmi under the patronization of Ahom King Jayadhwaj Singha. This Satra is worth witnessing during the festival of ‘Raslila’ (associated with Bhagawan Sri Krishna). In this Satra in addition to the Puja room and Namghar (where devotees sit and chant devotional songs), there is a museum; when the author visited on December 13, 2023, came to know that many items of Ahom Kings, such as golden pots, big metallic dishes, silver utensils, beetle nut cutting instruments, etc., would be preserved in a museum under UNESCO tags (already the works have been done). The items are kept in a normal room with a lock and key. During the visit, a ‘Udakhain Vaishnav’ of Satra Sri Naren Kataky (81 years old) was contacted for the information. According to him, 80 ‘Udakhain Vaishnavs’ live on this campus, and rooms are available. More than 11 lakh disciples under the Satra live in different areas of Assam. These disciples lead normal lives by marrying, etc. Sri Kataky informed that there are four tea gardens and some lands under this Satra (a total of 7,000 acres of land). Earnings from all these sources are used for different activities of Satras, including for maintenance of 80 ‘Udakhin Vaishnavs.’ Also, he informed that the minimum age of a ‘Udakhin Vaishnav’ in the Satra was 11 years, and the maximum age was 83 years.

Chamaguri Satra: Chamaguri Satra is one of the attractions of Majuli. The Satra is considered an important centre of art and cultural and classical studies. This Satra is a leading institution where old craftsmanship, such as mask making and training in cane and bamboo items, are taught. The author had interacted with Sri Prasanna Goswami, who was one of the members of the Satra and competent to make masks, informed that in earlier days, by wearing masks, dramas were performed to educate people about the importance of religions and other issues. And still masks (made of clay) are made, which have high demand in the national and international markets. Further, Sri Goswami said anyone under the Satra need not be a bachelor, which means they can marry and lead normal lives. That is, the ‘Udhakhin Vaishnav’ concept is not applicable here.
I have shared my observations so that readers can understand the two Satras. I suggest readers visit Majuli as this is a different place with pollution-free, environmentally friendly, and amicable people. The people know English, Hindi, Assamese and the local tribal language. Further, fresh vegetables and fresh fish are available. Many of us live in the ‘Concrete jungle,’ so Majuli is different. When I visited, I found some ladies from France and Germany were also present in one Satra, and they appreciated Majuli and Satras, which were new to them.
Prof Shankar Chatterjee, Hyderabad

Dr. Nalla Bala Kalyan

Name of Scholar: Dr. Nalla Bala Kalyan
Brief About Scholar:
Name of Institution: Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering, (Autonomous), Karakambadi Road, Tirupati
Published Research Papers: Research Paper Entitled “Jeopardy and Arrival Analysis of Certain Cement Securities in India”, Published in International Journal of Advanced Science and Technology Vol. 29, No. 5, (2020), pp. 3806-3820, ISSN: 2005-4238 IJAST, Indexed by Scopus. Research Paper Entitled “Competitive Performance of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in India”, published in Asian Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. III (1), pp.128-146, Jan-June, 2011, ISSN: 0975-5942, Citations: 33. Research Paper Entitled “Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in the 21st Century”, Published in Zenith International Journal of Business Economics & Management Research, Vol.2 Issue 5, pp.23-38, May, 2012, *UGC Approved Journal, ISSN: 2249 8826, Cita tions: 28. Research Paper Entitled “A Comparative Study on Risk & Return Analysis of Selected Stocks in India”, published in International Journal of Management and Economics Invention, Volume 04, Issue 05, May 2018, pp.1730-1736, ISSN: 2395-7220, Citations: 16. Research Paper Entitled “A Study on Risk & Return Analysis of Selected Securities in India”, published in International Journal of Engineering Technologies and Management Research, 5(4), 79-86, April 2018, Citations: 11. Research Paper Entitled “Sickness of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in India”, Published in International Journal of Business Management & Economic Research, Vol. 2 (6), pp.345-351, Nov-Dec, 2011, ISSN: 2229-6247, Citations: 10 Research Paper Entitled “A Study on Risk & Return Analysis of the Selected Mutual Funds Schemes in India”, published in International Journal of Research in Social Sciences, Vol. 8 Issue 5, May 2018, pp.212-221, ISSN: 2249-2496, *UGC Approved Journal, Citation s:9 Research Paper Entitled “Inventory Management Pattern of Steel Industry in India”, published in Organizations& Markets: Policies& Processes e journal, Vol.6, No.62, May, 2020, ISSN: 1556-5068, Citations: 6. Research Paper Entitled “Banking Sector Reforms in India”, Published in International Journal of Management and Humanities Research Script, Volume 4, Issue 4, December, 2017, pp.13-18, ISSN: 2349-7289, Citations: 7. Research Paper Entitled “Evaluation of Portfolio Analysis on Selected Securities of NSE in India”, Published in International Journal of Applied Engineering Research, Volume 14, Number 4 (2019) pp. 859-868, Research India Publications, ISSN 0973-4562, , UGC Approved Journal, Citations: 5. Research Paper Entitled “Marketing Strategies and Problems of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Andhra Pradesh”, published in TIJ’s Research journal of Economics and Business Studies, Volume; 01, Number: 02, pp.58-65, December, 2011, *UGC Approved Journal , ISSN: 2251-1555, Citations: 4. Research Paper Entitled “A Case Study on Benefits for Quality of Work Life to Employees and Organizations in India”, published by (Iconic Research and Engineering Journals) IRE Journals, Volume 3, Issue 6, Dec 2019, ISSN: 2456-8880, Citations: 3. Research Paper Entitled “Problems and Prospects of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Chittoor District”, Published in Abhinav National Journal of Research in Commerce & Management, Volume 6, Issue 10, pp.113-119, October, 2017, *UGC Approved Journal, ISSN-2277-1166, Citations: 3. Research Paper Entitled “Features of Entrepreneurship in India”, Published in “International Journal of Research” Volume 5, Issue1, pp.3752-3759, January 2018, IF: 5.60, *UGC Approved Journal, ISSN: 2348-6848, Citations: 2. Research Paper Entitled “Employment and Unemployment in India”, Published in Bookman International Journal of Accounts & Business Management, Vol.1 No.1, pp.1-6, September 2012, ISSN: 2319-426X, Citations: 2. Research Paper Entitled “A Study on Financial Derivatives With reference to Tata Motors Limited, Chittoor District of AP, India”, published in Global Journal for Research Analysis, Vol. 7, Issue-4, April-2018, pp.430-433, ISSN:2277 — 8160, Citations: 2. Research Paper Entitled “An Empirical Study on Development of the MSME Sector in Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh, India”, Information Systems e journal, Vol.3, No.48, May1, 2020, ISSN: 1556-5068, SSRN Elsevier, Citations: 2 Research Paper Entitled “Ergonomics at Work Environment in India”, published in Applied & Practicing Anthropology e Journal, Vol. 4, No. 28: Apr 16, 2019, ISSN:1556-5068, SSRN Elsevier, Citations: 1. Research Paper Entitled “An Experiential Examination of Financial Performance of Foremost Power Segment Organization — APSPDCL”, published in Energy Policy and Economics e Journal, Vol.3, No.19: July 27, 2020, ISSN:1556-5068, SSRN Elsevier, Citations:1 Research Pa per Entitled “Magnification and Performance of Various Derivatives in India”, Published by Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), July 2021, Volume 8, Issue 7, ISSN-2349-5162, UGC Approved Journal no 63975, Citations:1. Indexed by Google Scholar Research Paper Entitled “A Study on Performance of SBI Blue Chip Fund at SBI Mutual Funds in India” Published in “International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology”, Volume3, Issue6, pp.44-53, November, 2017, ISSN: 2454-132X Research Paper Entitled “Performance of Selected Stocks in Old Generation Private Sector Banks in India” published in International Journal of Management (IJM), Volume 9, Issue 2, March—April 2018, pp. 43—55, ISSN:0976-6510 Research Paper Entitled “Recital Assessment of Selected Balanced Funds of Various Companies in India” Published in IOSR Journal of Business and Management, Volume 19, Issue 11, pp.74-80, November, 2017, ISSN: 227 8-487X Research Paper Entitled “Macroeconomic Factors Influence on Stock Exchange in India” Published in International Journal for Science and Advance Research in Technology, Vol.4, Issue 6, pp.696-701, June 2018, ISSN:2395-1052 Research Paper Entitled “A Study on Performance Appraisal System in Service Sector Organizations in India” Published in “International Journal of Research in Computer Application& Management” Vol.8, Issue No.1, pp.20-24, January, 2018, ISSN: 2231-1009 Research Paper Entitled “A Study on Working Culture of Ergonomics in India” Published by International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology, April 2019, Volume 5 Issue 11, ISSN: 2349-6002 Research Paper Entitled “A Study on Employment Trends in India” Published in “Global Advanced Research Journal of Management and Business Studies”, Vol.1 (6), pp.173-180, July, 2012, ISSN: 2315-5086 Research Paper Entitled “A Study on Factors Influencing Brand Switching in Telecom Industr y in India” Published in International Journal of Latest Technology in Engineering, Management & Applied Science, Volume VII, Issue IX, September 2018, ISSN 2278-2540 Research Paper Entitled “A Study on Leadership Styles Adopted at V-Trans in India” Published in International Journal of Engineering and Management Research, Volume-8, Issue-6, December 2018, 135-141, ISSN: 2250-0758 Research Paper Entitled “Analysis of Financial Statement of NRC Agro with Special Reference to Goods and Service Tax” Published in IJSRST, Volume 6, Issue 1, ISSN: 2395-602X Research Paper Entitled “A Study on Competency Mapping at BGR Energy in India” Published by International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development, Volume2 Issue 2, Mar —Apr 2019, ISSN: 2581-7175 Research Paper Entitled “Competitive Performance of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in India” Published in “Asian Journal of Social Sciences”, Vol. III (1), pp.128-146, Jan-June, 2011, ISSN: 0975-5942 Research Paper Entitled “A Study on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in India” Published in “IRE Journals, Volume 1, Issue 7, pp.1-5, January, 2018, ISSN: 2456-8880 Research Paper Entitled “Marketing Management for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in India” published in Journal of Research, Extension and Development, Vol.1, No.7, March 2013, pp.69-73, ISSN:2319-1899 Research Paper Entitled “Problems and Prospects of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Chittoor District” Published in “Abhinav National Journal of Research in Commerce & Management”, Volume 6, Issue 10, pp.113-119, October, 2017ISSN-2277-1166 Research Paper Entitled “A Case Study on TQM for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in India” Published in Journal of Exclusive Management Science”, Volume 4, Issue 9, pp.1-6, September, 2015, IF: 2.78, ISSN 2277 -5684 Research Paper Entitled “A Case Study on Budding Inventive Trends in Market ing Products of Small-Scale Industries in India”, Published by International Journal of Creative and Innovative Research in All Studies, December 2019, Vol.2, Issue 7, ISSN: 2581-5334

Saroj Dayashankar jha

Name of Scholar: Saroj Dayashankar jha
Brief About Scholar:
Name of Institution: St. John College of Humanities and Sciences, Palghar.
Published Research Papers: DEMOGRAPHIC FACTORS DETERMINING CONSUMER PERCEPTION REGARDING HEATH INSURANCE IN PALGHAR DISTRICT OF MAHATASHTRA: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY

Theory of Social Evolution :- Herbert Spencer

Evolution was in the air and developmental thinking can be found in
a variety of different fields.

The word evolution was borrowed from Latin ēvolūtiō, ēvolūtiōnis, which means , “the act of unrolling, unfolding or opening .

Evolution is a process full of complexity .
Evolution is a principle of internal growth . It shows not merely what happens to a thing but also what happens within it .

Their term evolution is borrowed from the biological science of sociology ,Frome the term ” organic evolution ” .
Whereas organic evolution is used to denote the evolution of organisms ,social evolution is used to denote the evolution of human society .

Herbert Spencer (27 April 1820 – 8 December 1903) was an English philosopher, biologist, anthropologist, and sociologist famous for his hypothesis of social Darwinism.

Spencer in his essay “The Social Organism”,
stated that the social organism itself is subject to evolutionary developments as a separate entity and much of the idea that societies, like individual organisms, “spontaneously evolved” .

On passing from Humanity under its individual form, to Humanity as socially
embodied, social evolution can be exemplified .

Spencer said , “Evolution is an integration of matter and concomitant dissipation of motion, during which the matter passes from an indefinite, incoherent homogeneity to a definite, coherent heterogeneity and during which the retained motion undergoes a parallel transformation.”

One of the most important contribution of Herbert Spencer to Sociology is the theory of evolution

His principles included physical and biological evolution in order to elaborate and explain his theory of Social evolution.
He sketches a comprehensive account of evolution of the inorganic, organic, and
human and social realms.

He stated ,
“In respect to that progress which individual organisms display
in the course of their evolution,”

He explained this course of evolution through , the development of a seed into a tree, or an ovum into an animal, constitute an
advance from homogeneity of structure to heterogeneity of structure .

He continue with, the change
from the homogeneous to the heterogeneous is displayed in the progress of civilization as a whole, as well as in the progress of every nation; and is still going
on with increasing rapidity.

Spencer adopted his principle of evolution from naturalist Charles Darwin, who developed the concept of evolution in his “Origin of Species” in 1859.

Herbert Spencer, used Darwin’s theory and applied it to how societies change and evolve .According to Spencer societies were bound to change automatically .

Spencer in his theory applied a comparison of societies with organisms that progress through changes similar to that of a living species.

He included three types of systems where societies can be compared to organisms .

The first system is the regulative system.
In animals, that would be the central nervous system and in societies, it would be a government that regulates everything.

The second system is the sustaining system.
For animals, that’s the giving and receiving of nourishment. For societies, that would be industry – jobs, money, economy and those sorts of things.

The third system would be the distribution system.
In animals, that would be the veins and arteries. In societies, it would be roads, transportation, internet – anything in which information and goods and services are exchanged.

“Survival of the fittest” expounded by Darwin was highly believed by him . According to Spencer only strong creatures survive and evolve; only strong makes progress. And that animal has to struggle to preserve its existence.

All universal phenomena-inorganic, organic, super organic—are subject to the natural law of evolution.

A definite pattern of change is followed by all the phenomena of nature—the stars and planetary systems, the earth and all terrestrial phenomena, biological organisms and the development of species, all the psychological and sociological processes of human experience.

Herbert Spencer includes physical evolution in the form of indefinite incoherent situations to definite and coherent situations.
The underlying principles of physical evolution are a movement from simple to complex and homogeneity to heterogeneity.

According to him , following the Darwin theory of ” Survival of fittest ” the biological evolution only those creatures survive in the struggle for existence who are able to make effective adjustment with changing circumstances.

Herbert Spencer utilized these two principles, physical and biological evolution in order to explain social evolution.

Spencer’s theory of social evolution points out to two stages:

1. The movement from simple to compound societies.

This movement from simple to compound societies can be seen in four types of societies in terms of evolutionary levels

• Simple Society:
• Compound societies
• Double Compound societies
• Trebly Compound societies

2. Change from militant society to industrial society.

According to Spencer, the law of evolution is the supreme law of every becoming.
From the analysis of biological evolution Spencer established the theory of evolution.
He argued that the evolution of human societies, far from being different from other evolutionary phenomena. It is a special case of a universally applicable natural law.

According to some social thinkers Herbert Spencer’s has several criticism ,
They said that theory lacks practicability and is realistic.
It also lacks uniformity.
Qualities like sympathy, sacrifice, kindness, love etc. are of much Importance in human survival . These are quite different from the struggle for existence.

Despite of several criticism Spencer Theory of Evolution is the fundamental base for understanding evolution of man and society .

YOGA AND MEDITATION: 2 PILLARS OF HEALTHY LIFE

” Yoga is a light, which one lit, will never dim. The better you practice, the brighter is the flame. “

YOGA AND MEDITATION: 2 PILLARS OF HEALTHY LIFE, a study of balance and essentially a practice for your soul which in turn is works through the medium of your body. It is the science of well being, youthfulness and which beautifully integrates our mind, body and soul. It is very true that we can not always control what goes on outside but we can definitely take control on what goes on inside and thus we say that the nature of yoga is to shine the light of awareness into the darkest corners of the body.

 

Yoga gives us a safe space and time to the simplicity of breath and movement and enables us to connect ourselves. Yoga is invigoration in relaxation and cessation of the movements in the mind. We all are made up of mainly three elements which are “mind, body and soul” and to be perfect in all three elements we need to have knowledge, health and inner peace for which the yoga and meditation plays a key role in achieving it.

do check out how yoga transformed people’s life https://www.yogajournal.com/lifestyle/6-inspiring-yoga-stories-practice-changed-yogis-lives/#:~:text=A%20growing%20body%20of%20research%20shows%20that%20yoga,chronic%20stress%20and%20PTSD%29%2C%20emotional%20regulation%2C%20and%20pain.

Meditation is same like a gym in which you develop a powerful mental muscles of calm and insight. The true meditation is about feeling being fully present in the current moment. It is a best means of personal and spiritual development because we must always remember that when we inhale, we are taking the strength from god and when you are exhaling it represents the service you are giving to the outer world.

To keep the body in a very healthy condition is our duty otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind stronger and clearer and thus one must practice the 2 pillars of healthy life with firm determination and perseverance without any mental reservation or doubts. By its constant practice, we can easily free ourselves from fear, anguish and loneliness. It greatly helps us in achieving clarity of life and self awareness, it teaches us to cure what need not to be endured and endure what can not be cured.

do check out ROLE OF YOGA IN EDUCATION: https://www.yogateacherstrainingrishikesh.com/a-role-of-yoga-in-education.html#:~:text=The%20role%20of%20yoga%20in%20education%20as%20per,enhances%20the%20self-realization%20or%20self-awareness%20within%20the%20children.

2 PILLARS OF HEALTHY LIFE: IMPACT ON HEALTH

    1. CONNECTS YOU WITH SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY
    2. STRESS MANAGEMENT
    3. KEEPS YOU ENERGENTIC THROUGH OUT YOUR DAY
    4. IMPROVES STRENGTH, BALANCE AND FLEXIBILITY
    5. GREAT HELP IN RELIEVING BACK PAIN.

 

 

 

Loneliness – Not a depression

We feel happy when we are surrounded by our loved one and that makes us comfortable around them and sometimes we get used to that comfort zone. Imagine being get used to it and suddenly they’re not near you or with you. You’ll not feel yourself and you get lonely all by yourself. This can make you to think different things and there may be multiple thoughts. As it is said “An idol mind is the devil’s workshop”.

Especially in these pandemic times there have been many cases of suicide due to depression and loneliness. Inspite of the death due to covid, people have died unable to control their emotions. This made us to think if loneliness is more dangerous than the disease. Recently there was a case where a 45 year old man and 42 year Old women lived in a village. They don’t have any child and lived all by themselves. Recently her husband was suffering from Covid and the wife couldn’t take that thinking what will she do when he died. Thinking about all the loneliness that’s gonna happen future the wife died committing suicide. However husband lived but after knowing about his Wife death he drank poison and died.

This made me devoted for their love but made me sad for their death. They could’ve waited but loneliness made them to do the drastic step. Not every loneliness can lead to death but some can change a person’s life. Loneliness is not a dangerous thing but a life changing thing where one can analyse themselves. If you don’t have anyone to talk, it is better to talk to yourself rather than depend on someone. Loneliness can make a person self-independent and self- survivor. It can improve a individual skill where one can explore and develop their talents. Everything doesn’t come easy to everyone. One has to struggle to get things done.

Yes! This lockdown and pandemic can be tough and separate everyone from their loved one but it doesn’t mean that you have to feel lonely. May be it is time to explore yourself and develop your skills.

As Darwin said, “Survival of the fittest”.

How to prepare for a technical interview | 6 Topics to prepare for your Interview

How to prepare for a technical interview

How to prepare for a technical interview which will help you to get placed? The syllabus of computer science is very vast in that case Preparation tips for Technical Interviews will definitely help you to focus on the target topics. It is impossible to cover every topic in depth especially when you have less time left for the interview. If you start covering everything little by little and with the correct strategy, you can gain what most students can lack.

Please take reference fromhttps://www.freecodecamp.org/news/interviewing-prep-tips-and-tricks/

Qualifying technical round is not tough and if done with proper planning, everything can be achieved. Let us look at the most important topics:

6 Topics to prepare for your Interview:

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  1. C- Programming:

C-Programming is a very basic programming language to start coding.  Mostly it is taught in 1st year of your college. It can be an advantage if you have already covered this language during your schooling and then college provides you enough time to revise the topics. But if you are doing it for that first time do not worry it is still not late to get started with C programming.

 

Where should you start learning C programming:

I myself started learning C programming when I took admission in an engineering college, and this is how I started:

  • C programming tutorials on Naresh IT channel with instructor Shriniwas on Youtube.
  • C programming with Sourabh Shukla on Youtube.
  • Many practice question sites are better, to begin with.
  • Online portals like Sololearn, Geekforgeek are awesome with their educational material.

These resources really helped me, and I will be glad if you too can be helped with these.

C Programming Interview questions: 

  • Chances of mostly tricky questions to check how and what logic will you apply for the real-world problem.
  • Don’t forget to revise basic concepts and all the definitions, the inventor name, loop, if-else, pointers, strings, recursion, and application along with Tower of Hanoi problems.
  • Also, check for Interview Questions in C https://www.tutorialspoint.com/cprogramming/cprogramming_interview_questions.htm

  1. Data Structures:

    1. This is the most important area where you can expect a guaranteed question,
    2. Algorithms like Sorting, Time and Space Complexities of algorithms.
    3. Dynamic Allocation of Memoryusing malloc( ) and calloc( ) functions.
    4. Tree traversals
    5. Stacks and Queues and their operations and applications.
    6. Linked lists and their Operations performed(ex: insertion, deletion, searching).

Algorithms:

  1. Dynamic Programming and usage of it in various problem statements. (ex: Travelling salesperson,0/1 Knapsack, etc).
  2. Calculation of Time and Space Complexitiesof algorithms.
  3. Sorting
  4. Databases:

Mainly DBMS is taught in the 2nd year or after they cover C Programming & Data Structure. SQL (or Oracle) will help you to generate a large database along with queries.

What topics are important in DBMS:

  • DDL, DML, DCL, and TCL commands.
  • SQL constraints like JOIN, NOT NULL, UNIQUE, CHECK.
  • NORMALIZATION (1 NF, 2NF, 3NF, BCNF, 4NF, 5NF)
  • All the keys: primary key, candidate key, super key, and foreign key.
  • Transaction and its types i.e ACID properties.
  • Also, don’t forget to cover the basic interview question of DBMS from google and you can cover them from the trusted education websites.

 

  1. Computer Networks:

  • Also called Data Communications. Pure theoretical topics which discuss many networking techniques.
  • OSI model and TCP/IP models.
  • IPV4, IPV6, TCP, UDP, Routers, Modems, knowledge about.

 

  1. Operating Systems:

This could increase your confidence as most of the Operating system topics are theoretical and you can easily cover them all by hand in less than a week.

  • The basic definition of OS, advantages, application, types, etc.
  • All scheduling algorithms PROCESS and CPU scheduling algorithms.
  • MEMORY MANAGEMENT
  • DEADLOCK, deadlock prevention, deadlock avoidance, deadlock ignorance, and deadlock detection & recovery
  • SYSTEM CALLS

 

  1. Java(J2SE and J2EE):

  • Difference between C++ and Java.
  • OOPS concepts
  • Types of Overloading.
  • Exception Handling and Multi-tasking (Multiprocessing & Multi-Threading).
  • Collection framework.
  • Servlets and JSP’s.
  • Applet

Revise these all topics as mentioned also check the resources through youtube and many helpful education sites which are doing great in giving students ease to easily read the topics online without notes.

 

Preparation tips for Technical Interview

These tips helped me so much and I will want you to follow these steps to get well with your topics:

  • Don’t wait for last-minute study for placement rather cover the topic together with your university.
  • Make notes, this is key to success point, how you understand your handwritten notes, you can never understand the same way from any other resource.
  • Keep revising topics in your semester break that will build your concepts more and will make it easy for you in your 4th year of college.
  • If you are unclear with any topic, don’t wait for the instructor to teach you or visit many sites offering you all the materials for free. They are: Geeksforgeeks, Sololearn, Tutorialspoint, Javapoint, etc

If still you remain unclear then watch tutorials from youtube on the topic you are interested in. I hope this helps you, comment below for any further queries/doubt will be happy to help you.

All the Best!

THE POWER OF PERSEVERANCE 2 SUCCESS

THE POWER OF PERSEVERANCE 2 SUCCESS, the journey to our dreams and great ambition are often mixed with hardships and failures and this where the true test of perseverance unfold. Perseverance is the stubbornness with a great purpose. Perseverance is to persist in anything undertaken, maintain their purpose no matter how much difficulty or obstacles may occur in their path and it is the perseverance and courage which make their difficulties magically disappear.

“THE WILL TO PERSEVERANCE IS OFTEN THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FAILURE AND SUCCESS”

Perseverance is the ability to go on when the things seem to be completely hopeless and the continuous effort is the key to unlock our inner potential. To achieve our great dreams there are no shortcuts and no easy way outs. Against all the odds perseverance reminds us of the highest hopes and reminds us the picture of our dreams and provokes us to forge ahead despite setbacks that threaten to undermine all efforts to succeed.

The essence of perseverance is rising every time we fail and finding a strong will to get up more intelligently and wisely even though you know you are knocked down. The goals need hard work to be accomplished and when you work hard even after you are discouraged and tired of doing the same is perseverance. The great scientist Thomas Alva Edison is the true inspiration for perseverance who failed ninety nine times and got up more wisely than before and made it happen in the hundred time so a little more effort and persistence made him achieve what seemed to be impossible.

THE POWER OF PERSEVERANCE 2 SUCCESS IN THE FLOW OF WATER

Perseverance is largely influenced by the flow of water. Water does not stop flowing rather it always keep moving. When you try stopping the flow by putting your hands into it all you feel is the water flowing. So the water beautifully tries us to explain that “if you cant go through the obstacle then go around it.” A person with perseverance and patience never admits his or her defeat as a failure rather they take it as their learning and come up more wisely.

THE POWER OF PERSEVERANCE 2 SUCCESS: HOW TO BE PERSEVERANT?

    1. Be clear with your desires
    2. Be optimistic : do checkout OPTIMISM- THE NEED OF THE HOUR
    3. Believe in yourself
    4. Don’t get easily dragged by misguiders
    5. Listen to your conscience
    6. Learn from your mistakes and never repeat them
    7. Give your health the first priority to keep your mind clear:  do checkout YOGA AND MEDITATION: 2 PILLARS OF HEALTHY LIFE

THE POWER OF PERSEVERANCE 2 SUCCESS: SUCCESS STORIES WITH PERSEVERANCE

  1. JACK MA :   He is the richest man in the entire Asia but this took him a lot of effort and perseverance as he didn’t do overnight . He faced a lot of rejections , each and every step he faced a lot of failures and handful of rejections but the best part was he NEVER GAVE UP.
  2. COLUMBUS:  He is yet another example of perseverance. He struggled a lot to reach his destination and never gave up whenever he had a low motivation . In a long run he discovered the way from Spain to America and surprised the world with a new route of communication with America             
  3. WALT DISNEY: While everyone knows the iconic brand of Disney, the story of how Walt Disney created the empire is very inspiring. At young age Walt Disney was fired from a local newspaper as his boss was not satisfied with his work. After failing in the company he was not able to pay his bills and struggled a lot but he too never gave up and went on to grow the company with amusement parks, feature films, and is known as a cultural icon.

do checkout some more stories of perseverant people: https://www.growthink.com/content/7-entrepreneurs-whose-perseverance-will-inspire-you

Man’s success stories does not depend on his achievements rather the failures which they used as a learning tool and never gave up. The key to success is action and the essential in action is perseverance.

 

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)

Centre has reconstituted the six Empowered Groups into ten groups to tackle the COVID situation in the country. The decision is aimed at further improving the efforts in catering the current need of COVID management. NITI Aayog Member (Health) Dr VK Paul will head the Emergency Management Plan Group and the ten-member panel on Vaccination.

Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan will be the convener of the Empowered Group on Emergency Response Capabilities. It will look into the issues related to hospitals, equipment and medicines. A separate Empowered Group has been formed under the chairmanship of Road and Transport Secretary, Giridhar Aramane on oxegen production, import and other related issues.

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Director General Balram Bhargava has been made the convener of the panel on COVID testing, while NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant will head the group which will take care of work of private sector, NGOs and international organisations.

Economic and Welfare Measures group which has been tasked with emerging issues related to growth and employment, will be headed by Department of Economic Affairs Secretary Ajay Seth.

Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla will be the convenor of 12 member Empowered Group on Pandemic Response and Coordination. An 11 member group headed by Information and Broadcasting Secretary Amit Khare will look after the steps on information, communication and public engagement.

1 SKILL 4 LIFE: PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT

1 SKILL 4 LIFE: PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT, is a journey which has a great power to lift as knowing one self is the true power. Personality development is the conscious choices taken to improve one’s life to become a better person than yesterday and to grow as an individual. Life is all about growing every single day and thus it is beautifully said that the best investment one makes in life is investing on one self because it not only improves one’s own life but also improves the lives of all those people who are surrounded by you.

“PERSONALITY IS AN UNDERSTANDING OF TRUE FORM OF YOURSELF WITHOUT ANY LIMITATIONS”

Personality development is a set of qualities that makes a person distinct or unique from the rest of the crown. It is a steady journey which is highly concerned about the psychological patterns of an individual’ s thoughts, emotions and feelings. The character, attributes and the trait of the person are totally responsible for molding their personal development. It is the sum of their characteristics that constitute the mental and physical being of a person which includes their daily habit. It is the belief that you worth effort, time and energy needed to develop yourself.

 

Personality development is the bridge that carries you towards the goal you are yet to reach. The better we become in our personality the lesser time it takes us to achieve our goals. Thus the growth is the bench mark which is the great separator between those who succeed and those who do not. It is very easy to judge the mistakes of other people but difficult to recognize our own mistakes. We must take the personal responsibility to change our self , we can not change the circumstances under going but we can definitely change our personality.

1 SKILL 4 LIFE: PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT BY SWAMI VIVEKANANDA

According to the Vedantic concept advocated by Swami Vivekananda the all round development of in regards with harmony and spiritual development is possible when proper attention is given to developing one’s own personality . This skill is not an overnight task it requires a sufficient amount of time and effort to groom and shape personality.

KEY FACTORS REQUIRED FOR PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT

    • WILL POWER: It is the important key factor to develop as it needs to come from within , the will power is what drives us to develop our personality in a faster way. All the great men of the world who rose to a great height of success were men of strong will.
    • SELF CONFIDENCE: It is another important factor to succeed in life. A person with self confidence will never give him in the phase of difficulties. do check out my previous article on THE POWER OF PERSEVERANCE 2 SUCCESS. Failures and hardships never discourage a confident person
    • CONCENTRATION: This is yet another important ingredient for personality development as it helps us in bringing the hidden potential in human beings. It is the power of concentration which gives strength in the darkest moments of life. One must do yoga and meditation do attain concentration(do check out my previous article on YOGA AND MEDITATION: 2 PILLARS OF HEALTHY LIFE)
    • KEEP SMILING: A humorous person keeps one self always above the worries and spreads the cheerfulness in his surroundings.

do check out the learnings from the personality of great people 50 Inspiring & Great Personalities of India and the World! – Leverage Edu