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Floating Gold

What is floating gold or Ambergris?

Grey amber, which is called Ambergris, is also commonly called whale vomit. An average sperm whale eats several thousand squid beaks every day. Sometimes, a beak makes it into the whale’s stomach, where it becomes ambergris through a complex process, so that the whale may eventually excrete it. In general, it is a solid waxy substance that floats on water surfaces or sometimes settles on beaches.

Ambergris is valuable or not?

The excretion is so valuable that it is often referred to as “floating gold.” According to estimates given by Mumbai Police, 1 kg of ambergris is worth Rs 1 crore internationally. Ancient Egyptians used it as incense. The reason for its high cost is its widespread use in the perfume market, especially when creating fragrances like musk. It is believed to be in great demand in countries with large perfume markets, like Dubai. It is also believed to be used in some traditional medicines.

Ambergris is only produced in the guts of sperm whales, which vomit the substance occasionally. Scientists think sperm whales produce ambergris to coat hard and sharp objects they ingest so they don’t damage the whales’ intestines. Such sharp objects found inside ambergris include teeth from giant squids. 

As a result, the scent allegedly lasts longer, as the ambrein molecule, when exposed to activated oxygen, releases more volatile, lighter fragrance compounds.

What are the laws on Ambergris?

In India, the sale of Ambergris is not permitted under the Wildlife Protection Act because the sperm whale is an endangered species that was declared endangered in 1970.

Ambergris has historically been a target for smugglers due to its high value, particularly in coastal areas. The Gujarat coastline has been used for such smuggling several times. Sperm whales are a protected species, so they cannot be hunted.

However, it is currently perfectly legal in the UK and other countries in the European Union to collect a lump of ambergris from the beaches and sell it, either at auction or on sites such as eBay.

The EU maintains strict protections for whale and dolphin species and prohibits the sale of whale products internationally.  The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) treats ambergris differently since it is considered an excretion, like urine or feces and is thus considered a by-product and does not need to be covered under the Convention. The EU is currently happy to support this definition.

Conclusion:

Times have changed. The whale is no longer considered just another marketable commodity in most countries. They symbolize, rightly, the fundamental challenge of our time – whether we will be able to live in harmony with the environment and turn away from unrestrained exploitation. Instead of killing whales for commercial profit, sustainable alternatives such as whale watching are becoming increasingly popular.

The IWC itself needs to move with the times. It is clearly under pressure from a few countries which, for their own motives, want to increase their kill of whales. It seems possible, even likely, that whales will once again be killed in increasing numbers unless the IWC can evolve to meet this new challenge. It is time for a fresh debate on the effective conservation of whales in the 21st century.

Programming Languages that you must learn [part 2]

[By Bhoomika Saini]

Photo by Karolina Grabowska on Pexels.com

If you’re new to the field of software development, the toughest part of learning programming is deciding where to begin. There are hundreds of programming languages in widespread use, each with its own complexities and idiosyncrasies. As you begin your journey as a software developer, you’ll start to discover which programming language will be most suitable for you, your interests, and your career goals.

When deciding which programming language to learn, it’s important not to get caught up in flashy trends and popularity contests. The best programming languages to learn in 2021 are likely the same ones that were best to learn in 2017 and 2018, and that will continue to be true for the next several years as well.

Although the field of computer programming changes rapidly, the languages that we’ve discussed above have a great deal of staying power. By learning one or more of these languages, you’ll be in an excellent position not only for this year but in the years to come.

In the list below, we go over the best and most in-demand programming languages for many of the most common use cases including web development, mobile development, game development, and more.

Scala

If you’re familiar with Java—a classic programming language in its own right—it’s worth checking out its modern cousin, Scala. Scala combines the best features of Java (such as its Object-Oriented Structure and its lightning-fast JVM runtime environment) with a modern twist.

As a functional programming language, Scala allows engineers to elevate the quality of their code to resemble pure math. Scala allows for concurrent programming, allowing complex procedures to be executed in parallel. Furthermore, it is a strongly typed language. Engineers can create and customize their own data types, allowing them to have the peace of mind knowing entire swaths of bugs are impossible at runtime.

Elm

One of the youngest languages on our list, what began as a Harvard student’s thesis has now grown to become a point of passion for front-end developers around the world.

Elm compiles to JavaScript, making it ideal for building fast-executing UIs with zero errors at runtime. Elm is a functional programming language, allowing developers to create client-side interfaces without the declarative trappings of HTML and CSS.

Ruby

Ruby is another scripting language that’s commonly used for web development. In particular, it’s used as the basis for the popular Ruby on Rails web application framework.

Beginners often gravitate toward Ruby because it has a reputation for having one of the friendliest and most helpful user communities. The Ruby community even has an unofficial saying, “Matz is nice and so we are nice,” encouraging members to model their kind and considerate behavior on Ruby’s chief inventor Yukihiro Matsumoto.

In addition to the active community and its straightforward syntax, Ruby is also a good language to pick up thanks to its association with great tech businesses. Twitter, Airbnb, Bloomberg, Shopify, and countless other startups have all built their websites using Ruby on Rails at some point.

C#

Like C++, C# (pronounced C Sharp) is a general-purpose, object-oriented language built on the foundations of C. It was originally designed by Microsoft as part of its .NET framework for building Windows applications.

C# uses a syntax that’s similar to other C-derived languages such as C++, so it’s easy to pick up if you’re coming from another language in the C family. C# is not only the go-to for Microsoft app development, but it’s also the language mobile developers use to build cross-platform apps on the Xamarin platform.

Additionally, anyone who is interested in VR development should consider learning C#. C# is the recommended language for building 3D and 2D video games using the popular Unity game engine, which produces one-third of the top games on the market.

HTML

What this language is used for: 

  • Web documents 
  • Website development 
  • Website maintenance

HTML stands for Hypertext Markup Language. Don’t let the complicated-sounding name fool you, though; HTML is one of the most accessible stepping stones into the world of programming. 

Technically, HTML is a markup language, which means that it is responsible for formatting the appearance of information on a website. Essentially, HTML is used to describe web pages with ordinary text. It doesn’t have the same functionality as other programming languages in this list and is limited to creating and structuring text on a site. Sections, headings, links and paragraphs are all part of the HTML domain. 

Rust

Rust is a bit of an upstart among the other languages on this list, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a valuable language to learn. Stack Overflow’s 2020 Developer Survey found that Rust was the most loved programming language among developers for the fifth year in a row, with 86.1 percent of Rust developers saying that they want to continue working with it.

Developed by the Mozilla Corporation, Rust, like C and C++, is intended primarily for low-level systems programming. What Rust adds to the mix, however, is an emphasis on speed and security. Rust emphasizes writing “safe code” by preventing programs from accessing parts of memory that they shouldn’t, which can cause unexpected behavior and system crashes.

The advantages of Rust mean that other big tech companies, such as Dropbox and Coursera, are already starting to use it internally. While it may be a bit more difficult to master than other beginner languages, Rust programming skills are likely to pay off handsomely, as the language’s popularity will only continue to rise in the near future.

CSS

What this language is used for: 

  • Web documents 
  • Website development 
  • Website design

CSS, or cascading style sheets, is usually applied in conjunction with HTML and governs the site’s appearance. While HTML organizes site text into chunks, CSS is responsible for determining the size, color and position of all page elements.  

CSS is convenient, too; the cascading part of the name means that an applied style will cascade down from parent elements to all children elements across the site. This feature means that once users determine aesthetics for the main parent, they won’t have to manually repeat their code across a website. Moreover, the delegation of site organization to HTML and aesthetics to CSS means that users don’t have to completely rewrite a web page just to change a color. 

CSS is an approachable language that allows beginning programmers to dip their toes in the metaphorical coding pool. If you’re new to coding, there’s no reason not to learn CSS before tackling more complex languages!

Perl

What this language is used for:

  • System administration 
  • GUI development 
  • Network programming

Perl isn’t the most commonly used language on the market. In fact, just 3.1 percent of developers used it in 2020, and it didn’t even make Stack Overflow’s commonly used languages list for 2019. However, we are recommending it for a reason. If you’re already well into your career, learning Perl could significantly boost your earnings potential. 

Developers who know Perl tend to make 54 percent more than the average developer (PDF, 2.4MB). That said, it is worth noting that most of the people who know these are senior developers, who tend to make more at a baseline — thus, attempting to quantify the “bonus” that a programming language provides may be somewhat tricky. That said, learning a language like Perl may still make a junior developer better suited for a promotion or raise. 

The Practical Extraction and Report Language — or Perl, for short — is a scripting language that is commonly used to extract information from a text file and create a report. 

While many programming languages are compiled languages — wherein a target machine translates the program — Perl is an interpreted language, wherein a third “interpreting” machine locates the code and executes a task. Usually, interpreted programs require more CPU, but because Perl is such a concise language, it creates short scripts that can be processed quickly. 

REVENGE TRAVEL and an INEVITABLE THIRD WAVE

It wasn’t a few weeks back that there was a massive outcry among general public, demanding hospital beds, oxygen cylinders, remdesivir and what not; and now the hot topic has turned into lack of hotel rooms. Indian government was ultimately the scapegoat at the hands of citizens who needed to channelise their vulnerability, fair enough. As the second wave was terminating, owing to the endurance and earnest work of the government, an abominable mass of citizens rush to “celebrate” this conquest by vacationing in Manali, paving way for the third wave of Covid.

Crowded Manali

Not only Manali, crowds can be seen flooding the streets of other hill stations as well; Shimla, Mussourie, Nanital etc. There is a term for this phenomenon, which accurately captures the true sentiments- ‘REVENGE TRAVEL’. This term signifies the anguish of people who had to follow the lockdown rules and stay at home during the pandemic and that too for their own safety, but now are rushing to travel like animals let loose.

Someone said it right, education is no substitute for intelligence as is proven by the abhorrent crowd risking thousands of innocent lives along with theirs. A 5 year old boy who didn’t even has shoes for his feet was seen roaming on the streets of Dharmshala, schooling adults to wear masks, while the tourists shamelessly ignored his plea. This is a clear dichotomy of how wealth and education never ensure a sound and reasonable mind.

When the third wave strikes, the same mass would shamelessly play blame game and accuse government for the current situation. Based on the statistics, health ministry has warned the citizens to be prepared not only for the third wave, but the fourth one as well. If people are ignorant enough to forget the consequences and death toll from second wave, another pandemic is just inevitable.

7 powerful ways to change your life

 LIFE CHANGING TIPS


1.EXPECT NOTHING, ACCEPT EVERTHING


The only way to not get disappointed is to expect nothing from others. Now-a-days whoever we ask the question How are you?
They give the answer as I am stressed, I have faced many disappointments for the past  days and so on from which we can analyze that they being stressed. When disappointment comes, start believing yourself, as nothing cannot be changed in one night. Stay calm for few seconds Breathe., Don’t let the problems consume your mind. Because ones it is consumed by our mind and should it disturbs our dreams and we are unable to paint our dreams.
Make a clear vision and move forward.

2.SEEK GOOD IN OTHERS



start seeing good things in others which helps you to boost your energy without knowing yourselves. start now, start small. which seems to be small can do great things. Do not make things complicated and overlook on actions. Make corrective actions and control your life. Keep your own promise and make affirmatives and do good things each day. Trust your instincts as it may convey you something. Do things in great way.


3. FOCUS ON WHAT MATTERS YOU

Pursue your dream, it is still important to sit and draw and make your own budget to build something. But people whose destination is excellence, do not retire with a dream. They turn their dream into reality. Happy are those who dream dreams and are ready to pay the price to make them  come true. All dreams come true only if you have the potential to pursue it. Don’t wait till the winter or don’t wait for anyone. Start early, do it  right now.

4.MONEY IS THE ILLUSION


Looking rich is not being rich or look poor is not actually being poor. The rich people are those who have good health and freedom. Money does not buy you happiness. Money only buys you time, which gives you freedom. But the road to the excellence only depends on you.


5.MASTER YOUR EMOTIONS:



You are very precious. Don’t get lost in people and waste your time. Before going to sleep, forgive everyone, don’t get mad. Once you struck in this it takes time to get recover. Anger blurs our vision. We will be defeated if we are become addict to someone. Time heals everything. Focus on things which you can control. Future is the fruit of happiness. The best is yet to come.


6.TAKE CARE OF YOUR THOUGHTS:



Pain is unbearable. Psychology says if we become far away from the person who is close to our heart that pain is equal to the physical pain. You need to adapt and move on, pass through, this too shall pass. But most of the pain comes only by our thoughts. So, once if we control our thoughts, we would be able to control our mind. Have faith and keep going.

7. ATTITUDE MATTERS:


 
Reframe things. Do it alone, do it scared, do it .. start building your future. Control your actions and reactions. Though some bad things happen, you will always be able to control your reactions. It all starts in your mind. Once you control you don’t react too much. This will not be reflected and that is how one can reframe his attitude. Don’t you dare stop anything because we are today!


TAKE CARE OF OUR RIGHT SEEDS!


Benefits of Aloe Vera

[By Bhoomika Saini]

An evergreen perennial, it originates from the Arabian Peninsula, but grows wild in tropical, semi-tropical, and arid climates around the world. It is cultivated for commercial products, mainly as a topical treatment used over centuries. The species is attractive for decorative purposes, and succeeds indoors as a potted plant.

It is used in many consumer products, including beverages, skin lotion, cosmetics, ointments or in the form of gel for minor burns and sunburns. There is little clinical evidence for the effectiveness or safety of Aloe vera extract as a cosmetic or topical drug. The name derives from Latin as Aloe and Vera (“truth”).

Lets see what benefits it offers us.

Heartburn relief

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a digestive disorder that often results in heartburn. A review suggested that consuming 1 to 3 ounces of aloe gel at mealtime could reduce the severity of GERD. It may also ease other digestion-related problems. The plant’s low toxicity makes it a safe and gentle remedy for heartburn.

Keeping produce fresh

A study published online by the Cambridge University Press looked at tomato plants coated with aloe gel. The report showed evidence that the coating successfully blocked the growth of many types of harmful bacteria on the vegetables. Similar results were found in a different study with apples. This means that aloe gel could help fruits and vegetables stay fresh, and eliminate the need for dangerous chemicals that extend the shelf life of produce.

An alternative to mouthwash

In a study, researchers found aloe vera extract to be a safe and effective alternative to chemical-based mouthwashes. The plant’s natural ingredients, which include a healthy dose of vitamin C, can block plaque. It can also provide relief if you have bleeding or swollen gums.

Lowering your blood sugar

Ingesting two tablespoons of aloe vera juice per day can cause blood sugar levels to fall in people with type 2 diabetes. This could mean that aloe vera may have a future in diabetes treatment.

But people with diabetes, who take glucose-lowering medications, should use caution when consuming aloe vera. The juice along with diabetes medications could possibly lower your glucose count to dangerous levels.

A natural laxative

Aloe vera is considered a natural laxative. A handful of studies have looked into the benefits of the succulent to aid digestion. The results appear to be mixed.The gel made from typical aloe vera houseplants was able to relieve constipation.

Aloe vera can be used to relieve constipation, but sparingly. They advise that a dose of 0.04 to 0.17 grams of dried juice is sufficient.

Skin care

You can use aloe vera to keep your skin clear and hydrated. This may be because the plant thrives in dry, unstable climates. To survive the harsh conditions, the plant’s leaves store water. These water-dense leaves, combined with special plant compounds called complex carbohydrates, make it an effective face moisturizer and pain reliever.

Potential to fight breast cancer

Therapeutic properties of aloe emodin, a compound in the plant’s leaves tells us that the succulent shows potential in slowing the growth of breast cancer. However, more studies are needed to further advance this theory.

The takeaway

There are a number of ways to use the aloe vera plant and the various gels and extracts that can be made from it. Researchers are continuing to discover new methods to put this succulent to use. Be sure to consult your doctor if you plan to use aloe vera in a medicinal manner, especially if you take medication.

Comparative Study b/w Parliamentary and Presidential System of Government

Parliamentary system is a democratic form of government in which the party with the greatest representation in parliament (legislature) forms the govt., its leader becoming prime minister or chancellor. Presidential form of govt. is a democratic and republican govt. in which a head of govt. leads an executive branch. The head of govt. is in almost cases also the head of the state, which is called the President. India follows a parliamentary form of govt. modelled on Britain’s.

Features

Features of Presidential system are that the executive can veto acts by the legislature, the President has a fixed tenure and cannot be removed by a vote of no confidence in legislature. The President has the power to pardon or commute judicial sentences awarded to criminals and the President is elected directly by the people or by the people or by an electoral college whereas features of parliamentary system are- close relationship b/w the legislature and the executive, executive is responsible to the legislature, there are two executive i.e. real executive and titular executive, bicameral legislature, no fixed tenure, leadership of Prime Minister.

Merits

Merits of Presidential system are- seperation of powers, expert govt., stability and less influence of the party system.

Merits of Parliamentary system are- better coordination b/w executive and legislature, prevents authoritarianism, responsible govt., represents diverse groups, flexibility in the system.

Demerits

Demerits of Presidential system are- less responsible executive, deadlocks b/w executive and legislature, rigid govt., spoils system as the system gives the President sweeping powers of patronage.

Demerits of Parliamentary system are- no seperation of powers, unqualified legislators, instability, failure to take prompt decision because there is no fixed tenure, party politics is more.

Conclusion

The Presidential system is better for one because of its seperation of powers, the role of judiciary and the govt. accountability to its people. We should ensure a system of govt. whose leaders can focus on governance rather than on staying in power. The present parliamentary system has been tried and tested for nearly 70 years. It can be reformed thoroughly to remove the challenges thrown up by it. Also, there is a need to reform the electoral processes to make democracy more robust.

Facts to maintain your bright canvas as new one

                       REMOVING YELLOW STAINS FROM WHITE VANS

It is always pretty good to wear bright colors of shoes and clothes that will make our impression look admirable. But as days goes these attractive ones get prone to stains which makes us worried. Especially white canvas vans are really awesome while shining but it’s becomes worse to removes stains. As most probably we lose the shine and love we have on it after washing as the material it’s brightness.

  1. Procedure to remove stains without losing its glowing

Let us first wipe of some solid dirt or dust hanging on the vans softly with a smooth cloth and by using a brush gently. Then it is necessary to remove laces from shoes and wash them separately as combined cleaning may not be proper. Further, we can sink them in a broad vessel or utensil with lukewarm water so we can clean them preciously.

Along with the water it is recommended to add some detergent including hydrogen peroxide and allow them to penetrate in the dirt for few hours. After the appropriate duration of soaking, we can start to rub particles attached to the shoes aggressively with a flexible brush that can go through corners and edges of the footwear. With constant scrubbing we can find the stain begins to fade.

  • Removing stains after the period of soaking

Since it has soaked well, we can be vigorous while rubbing shoes with brush to make them shine as earlier. Put your effort more to bring out your precious footwear to a useable one. The hard we scrub we can bring back it as brand new one with perfection in it. At this right time, vinegar can be used with the previous things in the utensil so it takes away the stain completely while rinsing. 

It is advisable to make them dry in indoors after the whole process of removal of solid and dried impurities on it. Allow it to dry for nearly 7-8 hours so that you can make use of them the next day.

After the shoes has dried you can notice the glowing beauty of your ever-lasting, lovable thing attracting to wear it on your legs again. Once in five days try to wipe them gently so dust won’t get accumulated and becomes harder as well as color remains same. 

  • Precautions and measurements for storage

Always be cautious while storing them as they require careful handling of preservation as mistakes may happen which after it will become useless instead to throw away. So, try to store them in separate cardboard boxes as they can preserve shoes for years as fresh. Store canvas vans in a dry and places where solid things and items are kept to avoid destruction or loss of material instead of placing them near fluid materials. As in certain situations by mistake it may get spoilt.

Whatever thing it is our outmost care makes them to last longer and be ours precious one always. Preserving and protecting them from external factors like dust and stains from surrounding is the crucial role for us to make a product last longer and based on the handling of them how we use them wisely.

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Rachid Yazami, a Moroccan innovator, breaks the world record for charging EV batteries in under 10 minutes.

Electric vehicles are sweeping our cities, and an overwhelming number of individuals are choosing to commute in electric vehicles. Electric mobility is unquestionably the way of the future, given the environmental advantages offered by these vehicles and the commitment of both manufacturers and drivers.

Rachid Yazami, a Moroccan innovator, revealed a few weeks ago:

We broke a new world record a few weeks ago by charging an electric car battery in just 10 minutes. I hope that morocco will succeed in developing and marketing ultra-rapid chargers.

Statement by Rachid El Yazami

Dr. Rachid Yazami, the inventor of one of the most important components of lithium-ion batteries, is working on a method to charge an electric vehicle in less than 10 minutes.

Given the recent technological advancements, electric vehicles still face obstacles in becoming the preferred mode of transportation and replacing combustion engine vehicles. One of the most significant concerns is slow battery charging, however, it appears that this impediment is coming to an end.

Dr. Rachid Yazami, the inventor of the graphite anode, a critical lithium-ion battery component, is working on a method that will allow the electric car to be charged in as little as 10 minutes. A breakthrough in these aspects will be a watershed moment in electric transportation, virtually equating the time spent charging the vehicle’s battery to just the time spent replenishing traditional fuel.

According to The Register, Dr. Rachid Yazami is working on a new quick charging system for electric automobiles that beats any other technology now available. Your technology, according to current testing, can charge a high-density battery in under 10 minutes, which itself is seven times faster than Tesla.

To attain this goal, Dr. Rachid Yazami uses a different loading method than the usual one. Instead of utilizing constant current, they utilize non-linear voltammetry, which adjusts voltage instead of current.

Voltage, according to the expert, should be seen as a sequence of steps on a ladder. Every one of those rungs’ voltage must remain constant until the conditions are met and that the next rung can be advanced. During the charging process, this charging mechanism gives the batteries a break, helping them to last longer.

“Fast-charging technology improves battery life by decreasing stress”, according to Dr. Rachid Yazami. “We can preserve the battery for 10 years instead of five because we charge it in such a way that it is not subjected to high temperatures or current stress. The optimal charging situation for the battery would be 10 minutes of charging time for an 800 km range.

HUMAN BODY.

The human body is a structure of a human being .our body consists of a number of biological system that carry out specific function necessary for everyday living. Human body comprises of neck head trunk arms legs hands and feet. The study of the human body in words anatomy physiology histology and embryology. Many systems and mechanisms interacts in order to maintain homeostasis with safe levels of substances such as sugar and oxygen in blood. The body is studied by health professor physiologist anatomists I am buy artist to assist them to their work.

Elements reside in trillions of cells and non cellular components of the body the adult male body is about 60% water for a total water content of some 42 litres. The content acidity and composition of the water inside and outside cells is carefully maintained the main electrolytes in body water inside cells are sodium and chloride. Now let’s look into the brief picture of the body parts the cell is the fundamental unit of life the body is also host to about the same number of non human cells as well as multicellular organism which reside in the the gastrointestinal tract and on the skin . At the maturity there are roughly 30-37 trillion cells in the body has estimate arrived at by totalling the cell numbers of all the organs of the body and cell. Cells sit in a extracellular Matrix that consist of protein success collagen surrounded under bye extracellular fluids. Tissues the study of tissues is called histology and often occurs with a microscope the body consists of four main types of tissues connective tissue nerve tissue muscular tissue and lining cells. Endothelial cells are the cells that line internal cavity including body tissues and glands organs reside within cavities within the body. These cavities include the abdomen and pleura which contains the lungs. immune systems defends the body against pathogens that may harm the body. The system comprising a network of lymphatic vessels that carry e a clear fluid called lymph. Endocrine system serve as signals from one body system to another regarding and enormous array of conditions and resulting in a variety of changes in function. Immune system provides a mechanism for the body to distinguish its own cells and tissues from outside cells and substance and to neutralize or destroy the latter by using specialised proteins such as antibodies. Circulatory system paths of of blood circulation within the human body which serves as a transportation system to transfer oxygen fuel nutrients waste products from one part to a body to another. Pulmonary circuit which pumps blood to the lungs to receive Oxygen and leave carbon dioxide and systematic circuit which carries blood from the art to the rest of the body. It consists of heart blood blood vessels articles and veins. Digestive system consists of a series of connected organs that together allowed the body to break down and observe food and remove waste the molecular takes the form of protein fat vitamin and minerals. The nervous system controls both voluntary action and sends a signal to different parts of body consists of the body’s nervous and glial cells which together form the nerves, ganglia and gray matter which intern form the brain and related structures. Endocrine system serve as liquids from one body system to another regarding and enormous array of conditions and resulting in a variety of change of function the hormones internal transfer to different tissues and regulate various body functions such as metabolism growth and sexual functions. It gives the body basic structure and the ability for movement all bones are major storage site for calcium and phosphate. Reproductive system consist of the the gonads and the internal and external sex organs the male reproductive system includes the penis and tests , the female reproductive system consists of vagina. Respiratory system consists of the nose masopharynx,trachea and lungs. It brings oxygen from the air and circulate carbon dioxide and water back into the air and executes carbon dioxide. Urinary system apps to eliminate a waste product called urea from the body it room it removes toxic material from the blood in the form of urine which carries a variety of waste molecules. And finally the skin is the body’s largest organ it protects us from the outside world and is our first defence against bacteria viruses and other pathogens are screen helps regulate body temperature and eliminate waste through perspiration.

Strengthening from the Grassroots – Ministry of Cooperation

A Ministry of Co-operation has been newly setup by the Central Government realizing the vision of ‘Sahkar se Samriddhi’ (Prosperity through Cooperation) and to give a new push and to strengthen the cooperative movement.

The Government has signaled its deep commitment to community based developmental partnership. It also fulfils the budget announcement made by the Finance Minister in 2021.

Ministry of Co-operation – The right step in the right time!

  • It will provide a separate administrative, legal and policy framework for strengthening the cooperative movement in the country.
  • It will work to streamline processes for ‘Ease of doing business’ for co-operatives and enable development of Multi-State Co-operatives (MSCS).
  • It will help deepen Co-operatives as a true people based movement reaching upto the grassroots.
  • Since the country is going through a deadly second wave of the pandemic, which has led to millions losing their means of food, this initiative comes as the right step to reform the co-operatives and help strengthen it from the grassroots.

What is a co-operative

  • According to the International Labour Organisation (ILO), a cooperative is an autonomous association of persons united voluntarily to meet their common economic, social and cultural needs and aspirations through a jointly owned and democratically controlled enterprise.
  • The cooperative society ensures benefit for its members and serves for the wider interest of the community as well .
  • In India, a Co-operative based economic development model is very relevant where each member works with a spirit of responsibility.
  • India is an agricultural country and laid the foundation of World’s biggest cooperative movement in the world.

Cooperatives and the Indian Constitution

  • The word “cooperatives” was added after “unions and associations” in Article 19(1)(c) under Part III of the Constitution. This enables all the citizens to form cooperatives by giving it the status of fundamental right of citizens.
  • A new Article 43B was added in the Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV) regarding the “promotion of cooperative societies”.
  • The Constitution (97th Amendment) Act, 2011 added a new Part IXB right after Part IXA (Municipals) regarding the cooperatives working in India.

Cooperatives in India

Some examples of successful cooperatives in India

  • AMUL
  • Indian Coffee House
  • Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited (IFFCO)
  • Karnataka Milk Federation(KMF)
  • Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF)
  • Pratibha Mahila Sahakari Bank
  • Orissa State Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation
  • Anyonya Co-operative Bank Limited

Significance of Cooperatives

  • Cooperatives provides credits and funds to its members and is also able to collect investment through voluntary contribution for the development of its members and the cooperative society.
  • Cooperatives creates a conducive environment for small and cottage industries.
  • Cooperatives provides strategic inputs for the cooperative societies.
  • Cooperatives may serve as an organisation for the poor who wish to solve their problems collectively.
  • Such an organisation softens the class conflicts and reduces the social cleavages.
  • Consumer cooperatives societies meet their consumption requirements at concessional rates.

Roadblocks in the path to Cooperatives

  • Lack of Awareness – The people are not aware about the cooperative societies.
  • Management issues – Since it does not have a trained personnel it may face management issues. Also A cooperative with a large membership turns out to be mismanaged unless some secure methods are employed to manage such co-operatives.
  • Manipulation – In the elections to the governing bodies, money became such a powerful tool that the top posts of chairman and vice-chairman usually went to the richest farmers who manipulated the organisation for their benefits

Way Forward

The pandemic has caused large scale disruptions in the economy, hence the network of cooperatives developed to help revive the economy.

The cooperatives have the ability to bring people with knowledge on the same line, together to make a stronger block and its potential can be used to develop our society. The cooperative society has the power to bring the people together and solving the problems as a community. Such stable and powerful blocks can be a powerful tool to achieve great heights.

Psychology of mankind

Psychology

            Psychology is the science of mind and behavior. It includes the study of conscious and unconscious phenomena, as well as feeling and thoughts. The field explore perception, cognition, attention, intelligence, subjective experience, motivation, brain functioning, and personality.

            Psychology is used in the assessment and treatment of mental health problems and also in solving the problem for the society benefits.

Facts

Here are some of the psychology facts,

            Everything your mind says has an equivalent reaction from the cells in your body, you may feel sick due to the negative thoughts that made your immune system fall down.

            There is a 7 minute’s left even after you are died, the brain is active for those 7 minutes which you will see the memories in a dream sequence.

            Dressing up well will make your brain to think positive and help in keeping you stable and happy.

            70% of all our dream contains a secret message, and it is more worth than the things we think in our conscious.

            If you are in love it will increase your serotonin level and makes you feel happier and lower your stress level.

            Talking to yourself of the materials you study will makes you focused and helps to learn more.

            Spending money for others will bring a beautiful curve in your mouth than spending it yourself.

            Having plan B makes the plan A to less likely works.

            Adults alike dream about 2 hours per night.

            95% of dream are quickly forgotten.

            The smarter the person is the faster he thinks, and the sloppier his handwriting is.

            Listening to high frequency music, makes you feel calm, relaxed and happy

            Intelligent people tend to have less friends than the average person. The smarter the person is, the more selective they become.

            The sight of water has a very calming and soothing effect on people which makes them experience happiness, calming thoughts and be even more imaginative.

            No matter how much it hurts now, someday you will look back and realize your struggles changed your life for better.

            When missing someone, your emotions are more likely to go from happiness to sadness instantly.

            The less you say the more your words will matter.

INTERNET CENSORSHIP

In today’s time everyone uses internet and all of us at least have one social media account. The Internet is massive. According to Broadband Search, the Internet connects 4.79 billion individuals, or over two-thirds of the world’s population. Of course, this number continues to rise and will continue to do so in the future. With so many individuals connected, we now live in an era when we have access to an infinite quantity of data.It is expanding at a breakneck speed that no one knows how many people use it. 

When the internet was first developed, it was intended to be a futuristic environment where people could freely interact and learn. However, depending on which nation you are in, the internet may not be as accessible. Hence, censorship come into play. So what basically is internet censorship?

The practice of banning or censoring particular online information is known as internet censorship. Information which is often censored is porn, file shared through decentralized networks which we call peer-to-peer network, the media reports on events, websites from other countries, social media etc. Censorship can be carried out by institutions, governments, or any other entity that has power over the visibility of others on the internet. Internet censorship can be good or bad depending on the reason of why is it banned? When utilized for good, it may be used to restrict hate speech or other dangerous or sensitive content, block access to copyrighted information, and more. However, when utilized for the wrong reasons, it may be used to restrict public opinion, freedom of expression, and demonstrations.

Many nations have internet filtering laws, and they vary widely throughout the world. The majority of western continents, such as Europe and North America have no internet regulation compared to other nations where the extent of internet censorship is extensive. For instance, In the People’s Republic of China, internet censorship is among the most severe in the world. Many major websites are prohibited, including Google, Facebook, and Twitter. Unfortunately, the Chinese government utilizes its authority to suppress information about the government, oppress citizens, and prohibit any kind of media that criticizes the government. 

So likewise, it can be said that internet censorship has its own pros and cons. The pros and cons are highlighted in the table given below:-

ADVANTAGESDISADVANTAGES
1. Internet censorship may be used to hunt down and shut down dangerous websites. Hence, it improves internet security.1.Freedom of expression is suppressed which is self-evident, and we’ve seen it in above instances that China and Myanmar are two countries that showcase how it has been abused. Simple remarks said against the government, or a favorite individual might result in imprisonment or detention.
2. Internet filtering can be used to prevent users from accessing unlawful or dangerous information. Human trafficking, illicit narcotics, frightening films, and other disturbing content are examples of this. This is very useful for the younger readership. therefore, it allows us to browse safely.  2. While limiting fake news and misleading information is a good thing, it may also be used to limit information. This is a common tactic employed by China to keep civilians from witnessing police violence and corruption. In other words, it has the ability to regulate information flow – sometimes excessively. And we all know that too much of everything is dangerous. 
3. We’ve all heard of false information. You can’t believe everything you read on the internet. We can fact-check sources and uncover incorrect information because of internet restrictions.3. it also limits economic opportunities because when a government approves legislation allowing Internet filtering, everyone must submit their material for approval before it can be published. That implies entrepreneurs would have to pitch their ideas to government officials with no assurance of being able to launch a firm which in turn leads to lower economic opportunity. 

Nowadays, Internet censorship is at the center of discussions around freedom of speech, as disinformation and foreign manipulation of social media have become key topics. The issue of internet censorship is divisive because it has two sides just like the coin has. One is for good and other one for evil. After studying how other nations manage digital censorship, I am certain that some kind of it should be implemented and placed in the hands of the appropriate authorities. After all, the Internet might be a very hazardous place if there are no rules in place but excess restriction is menacing. 

World population day: Facts about India

What is world population day? World population day is an annual event which is celebrated on 11 July every year. The main motive of this event is to create an awareness about the increasing population, gender equality, among the people. This day is inspired by the 11 July of 1987 when the world population reached the 5 billion. And look how much the population has increased since then!

July 11 is observed as world population day. India stands as the second most populated country after china. It is expected to add 273 million people by end of 2050 and surpass china in just right years.It will remain the most populated country until the end of the century, according to UN report.

Since 2010, 27 countries have recorded a minimum percent reduction in population. However India’s population is on the rise. By the end of the century world population is set to reach 11 billion.

  • Facts.
  • Tokyo is the world’s most populated city. It has a population of around 37.4 million.
  • The second most populated city is Delhi, which has a population of 29 million.
  • Vatican City is the less populated city in the world with a population of 800.

More people means an increased demand for food, water, housing, energy, healthcare, transportation, and more. In the past fifty years or so, the growth of the population has boomed and has turned into overpopulation. The birth and death rates must be equal to balance each other to maintain a population growth rate.

STRUCTURE OF ANDREW MARVELL’S TO HIS COY MISTRESS

Andrew Marvell is an impressive robust in the metaphysical tradition not just for his copious use of characteristically metaphysical wit, conceit and imageries, his exhibition that affects one’s intellect as much as his emotion, but also for the argumentative and logical evolution of his lyrics that shows a peculiar blend of passion and thought, feeling and ratiocination. The trait is the most visible in To His Coy Mistress.

The poem, To HIs Coy Mistress, is itself an argument that presses itself towards a conclusion by seemingly logical steps. The subject and structure of To His Coy Mistress is conceived of and expressed by Marvell syllogistically. The logical structure of the poem is best understood from the manner in which the three stanzas open: “Had we but World enough, and Time,/ This coyness Lady were no crime…”

The dialect of the poem does not only reign supreme in the formal demonstration which is so explicit in the three strophes of the poem, the strophes that have a syllogistic relation to one another, but also in the apparent contrasts evoked by the imageries they include.

Marvell writes, “Had we but World enough, and Time…”. The “had” helps the poet to create a make-believe situation or condition which is actually the incipient, suppositious proposition, the first premise of his argument. The “Had” also enables him to grammatically establish his assertion that “we” do not have “World enough, and Time”, The vastness or infinitude of both time and space is again ingeniously verbalized in his witty reference to two Biblical allusions; the “Flood” mentioned in Old Testament and the “conversion of the Jews” to devout Christians just before the end of the world, i.e the Doomsday.

The first premise attains a climatic point with the poet’s use of metaphysical conceit in his lines : “My vegetable Love should grow/ Vaster than Empires, and more slow.” The “vegetable love” is a curious attribution to love. In short, the first stanza begins with a suppositious and the rest of it offers a series of hooks upon which Marvell hangs his hyperboles, conceits and wit to complement the premise.

The indispensable “But” with which the second strophe opens is just too sufficient not to repudiate or disown the make-believe condition the first strophe helps the poet build. With the abrupt introduction of the imagery of Time’s “winged chariot” the poet ushers in a turn and surprise in the incessant linear thought. The lover says the life in short and the time is fleeting, death is first approaching them. After death the lady-love will lie in the grave and the lover will not sing song to her. The worms will violate her chastity in the grave, her honour will be turned to dust and the desire of the sexual intercourse is impossible there: “The Grave’s a fine and private place,/ But none I think do there embrace.”

Therefore, it is the suggestion of the love to conclude that as the life is short and the time is fleeting, so the lady-love should give up false mantle of coyness and social honour for keeping her chastity intact and they should join sexual union without delay like “amorous birds of prey”. They will be fierce in their brutal sexual pleasure by rupture hymen. Thus, they can conquer time and death by their mutual love.

in conclusion, it is said that the general structure of Marvell’s To His Coy Mistress is syllogistic, but the poetic quality involves several non-syllogistic elements as well.

RESPIRATION

The term respiration refers to the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between environment and cells of our body where organic nutrients are broken down enzymatically to release energy.

Respiratory functions

The five primary functions of the respiratory system are
✓To exchange O2 and CO2 Between the atmosphere and the blood.
✓To maintain homeostatic regulation of body pH.
✓To protect us from inhaled pathogens and pollutants.
✓To maintain the vocal cords for normal communication (vocalization).
✓To remove the heat produced during cellular respiration.

Respiratory organs in various organisms

Different animals have different organs for exchange of gases, depending upon their habitats and levels of organization. The amount of dissolved oxygen is very low in water compared to the amount of oxygen in the air. So the rate of breathing in aquatic organisms is much faster than land animals.

Characteristics features of respiratory surface

✓Surface area must be very large and richly supplied with blood vessels.
✓Should be extremely thin and kept moist.
✓Should be in direct contact with the environment.
✓Should be permeable to respiratory gases.

The steps involved in respiration are
✓The exchange of air between the atmosphere and the lungs.
✓The exchange of O2 and CO2 between the lungs and the blood.
✓Transport of O2 and CO2 by the blood.
✓Exchange of gases between the blood and the cells.
✓Uptake of O2 by the cells for various activities and the release of CO2.

Respiratory Volumes

Tidal Volume (TV)

Tidal Volume is the amount of air inspired or expired with each normal breath. It is approximately 500 ml., i.e. a normal human adult can inspire or expire approximately 6000 to 8000 ml of air per minute. During vigorous exercise, the tidal volume is about 4-10 times higher.

Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV)

Additional volume of air a person can inspire by forceful inspiration is called Inspiration Reserve Volume. The normal value is 2500 – 3000 ml.

Expiratory Reserve Volume ( ERV)

Additional volume of air a person can forceful expiration is called Expiratory Reserve Volume. The normal value is 1000 – 1100 ml.

Residual Volume (RV)

The volume of air remaining in the lungs after a forceful expiration. It is approximately 1100 – 1200 ml.

Respiratory Capacities

Vital Capacity (VC)

The maximum volume of air that can be moved out during a single breath following a maximal inspiration. A person first inspires maximally then expires maximally. VC = ERV + TV + IRV

Inspiratory Capacity (IC)

The total volume of air a person can inhale after normal expiration. It includes tidal volume and inspiratory reserve volume. IC = TV + IRV

Expiratory Capacity (EC)

The total volume of air a person can exhale after normal inspiration. It includes tidal volume and expiratory reserve volume. EC = TV + ERV

Total Lung Capacity (TLC)

The total volume of air which the lungs can accommodate after forced inspiration is called Total Lung Capacity. This includes the vital capacity and the residual volume. It is approximately 6000ml. TLC = VC + RV

Minute Respiratory Volume

The amount of air that moves into the respiratory passage per minute is called minute respiratory volume.
Normal TV = 500ml ; Normal respiratory rate = 12 times / minute
Therefore, minute respiratory volume = 6 Litres/minute (for a normal healthy man).

Dead Space

Some of the inspired air never reaches the gas exchange areas but fills the respiratory passages where exchange of gases does not occur. This air space is called dead space.

Dead Space is not involved in gaseous exchange. It amounts to approximately 150ml.

Exercise increases the rate and depth of breathing and supplies extra oxygen to the muscles and removes more CO2 from the tissues.