February 2009
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Sun 1 Feb 2009
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Man is full of likes and dislikes. He can be called a bundle of these. Each and everybody has his own likes and dislikes, preferences and hatreds. And I am no exception to the rule. My likes and dislikes are sharp and definite. I am very clear about them. I am not ashamed to own them. I have many dislikes. But the thing I dislike most is flattery.
Many people consider flattery an art. They feel proud of it. The use it as a powerful means to achieve success. And most of the people like flattery. They always want to be told pleasant things. They want blind admiration and praise. They cannot tolerate criticism, even when it is right. I really pity such people. they are really fools. They are blind to the realities of life. They are constantly living in illusion.
Flattery is nothing but false praise and administration. It is used to make a fool of others to serve selfish ends. Today the world is full of flatterers and fools. In my opinion both the flatterer and the flattered are fools. Their attitude to life and realities is that of an ostrich.
People do not differentiate between flattery and sincere praise. A genuine praise or admiration is from the core of the heart. It is true, sincere and without an axe to grind. I always welcome and appreciate genuine praise. There are many great and beautiful persons and things. They deserve our admiration. They are worth our appreciation. It is our duty to praise them, to bring out their worth in open. But flattery disgusts me. I hate a flatterer like an enemy. I regard him as a very dangerous person.
But the world of today is full of flatterers. People use it blindly in flattering others. And in return want to be flattered. There is no sincerity, no truth, no reality in what they say. In talks, lectures, conversations, writings etc., there are false, sweet and pleasant words. They all are meaningless, empty and selfish. To me they make no sense, no appeal. I am fed up with such people. that is why my friend circle is very limited. I like frank, sincere and truthful people.
People use flattery on every occasion. They have got used to it. They use it as a weapon to serve personal profits. They use it to gain rewards, favors, patronage or some such other advantage. It has become a cottage industry without any investment. The dividends in this business are rewarding. Flatterers use their lips and collect rich returns.
In my opinion, flattery is a bait, sweet poison which should be avoided. It degrades us. To praise a decent and disserving thing is natural. But false words of praise make me furious. It is selfishness not to encourage and appreciate good work. But it is equally a bad thing to indulge in gales admiration and flattery. We should discriminate between them. It is one of our basic weaknesses to flatter and receive flattery. We often overestimate our worth and value and expect people to praise us sky high. We should guard against this tendency. Only then we shall be able to distinguish between a friend and flatterer.
It is more dangerous when you flatter yourself. There is no such flatterer as a man?s own self. Self-flatterer is a worst kind of person. One should be detached, objectives and analytical in judging one?s own value and worth. One should be frank, hard and critical in such matters. That is why its said that man is his own friend or enemy. Those who flatter themselves, have false sense of pride and praise. They are their worst enemies. I have nothing but deep dislike for such people.
This tendency of mine has made me an unwelcome guest with many people. They don?t like my frank, sincere and factual opinion. They expect me to praise each and everything they say or do. But I never care about them. I want friendship and company but not at the cost of plain speaking. I have some friends who really cherish my friendship. They value much my frank and truthful opinion, criticism and appreciation.
Sun 1 Feb 2009
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Our late principal Shri Akshaya kumar has made a lasting impression on me. Unfortunately, he died in a road accident last year. He was highly qualified, experienced and mature. He was fifty years of age and yet looked young, energetic and vibrant. His tragic death shocked us all. The whole school was plunged in mourning for many days. Even today I cannot believe that he is no more. But who can deny the cruel fact. It was a great personal loss to me. He lives for ever in my memory.
Mr. Akshaya kumar was an exceptional person. He had many qualities of head and heart. He believed in simple living and high thinking. What he believed, he practice strictly. He also preached that. He was simple and yet very dignified. His intellectual and moral status inspired respect, for him from all those who came into his contact.
The strength of his character, the nobility of his heat were seen to be believed. His physical appearance, habits and charm reminded of ancient gurus and rishies. He had a rare poise and elegance. Whenever he addressed us, there was pin drop silence. We all listened him carefully and then tried to follow him in our own way. He could successfully carry us with him. His message was direct and to the point. He always emphasized on character-building, moral values and human kindness.
His knowledge was wonderful. He was a moving encyclopedia. He never believed in physical punishment. We could approach him any time for any problem. He helped many poor and deserving students from his own pocket. His magnetic personality and great learning have left a permanent impression on me. He was a very nice example to follow in so many things. The staff-members and teachers looked upon him as their own elder brother or father. He was a torch-bearer for them. He inspired them to work hard for the welfare of the students. During his principal ship, our school progressed by leaps and bounds. We all miss him so much. Recently his statue has been erected in the school premises. W3henever I pass by it, I bow automatically in reverence.
He was regarded, respected and followed by the students and teachers. It was because he had certain basic human qualities. These qualities raised him very high from the common people. yet he was never proud. He belief in God and goodness was rock-firm. He was a great admirer of Gandhiji and followed him in letter and spirit.
He was very kind hearted. His kindness extended even to plants and animals. He was against any king of violence. Once a pigeon was badly struck by a running fan. He immediately sent the bleeding bird to the bird hospital in Chandini Chowk, after treatment of a seek. How happy he was on the recovery of the bird?
He was always warm and responsive. He listened everyone patiently. He was never angry or irritated. He welcomed suggestions and advice. He saw that they were put into practice if found useful. He hated nothing but flattery, back-biting and lying. The memory and impression of him, as his name ?Akshaya? suggests, are for ever and ever.
Sun 1 Feb 2009
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The importance of school libraries is well known. They play a vital role in education and learning. They promote self ? such and reading habits. Without libraries educational aims cannot be achieved. They help the students to learn and gather information independently. It generates self ? confidence and self ? reliance. The students remain in the school for a limited time. The rest of the day they have to read and study book on their own. A good library is a big asset for a school.
Our school library is very rich. It is housed in a big hall. There are a number of big wooden and steel almirahs. They are full of books on all subjects. Then there are dictionaries, encyclopedias, maps and other reference tools. They are well catalogued and alphabetically arranged. They are kept nicely and in good condition. There are a librarian, one assistant librarian and tow helpers. They are always busy in their work. Then there are newspapers, magazines and periodicals.
These books are on many subjects. They are on science mathematics, literature, language, business, commerce, computers, geography, history, arts, crafts etc. we can borrow books for a week at a time. The librarian helps us to select, local and borrow the books. When a book is already on loan, it can be reserved. There is fine on late return or spoiling a book. Once in a week there is a library period for every section of the class. It helps us to develop reading habits. It also encourages self ? study and self ? reliance. We are taken to the book exhibitions and fairs and helped in purchasing good and useful books.
There is a special ?Library Prize? of Rs. 1000 and a set of selected books. It is given annually to the student who makes the best use of the library in the year. The best library user is selected on the basis of the number of books borrowed and used. There si on oral test on the basis of the books borrowed and read. It has generated a healthy competition among students. Last year I won this prize. This year I could not repeat it has generated a healthy competition among students. Last year I won this prize. This year I could not repeat it in spite of my best efforts.
The senior students of class XI and XII can come to the library at any time in their spare time. There is big central table and many chairs around it. It is specially reserved for these students. They can borrow books to study them there. They can consult reference tools and dictionaries. It helps them to increase their general knowledge and achieve better understanding of the prescribed subjects.
In examination days, the library is kept open on Sundays and other holidays. Many students come there and study for the whole day in a very healthy atmosphere. They can bring books from home as well for study. No body is aloud to talk or to speak loudly in the library. For the teachers there is a special arrangement. They come here in their vacant periods and enjoy reading. They can be issued 3 books at a time for a period of one month. The principal often pays surprise visits to see and supervise that everything in the library is okay.
Our school library is a big source of our knowledge, hope and inspiration. It widens our horizon of knowledge and thinking. We are proud of our school library.
Sun 1 Feb 2009
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MY AMBITION IN LIFE Man is an ambitious being. Every man and woman has some ambition. Without an ambition life becomes purposeless, dull and boring. Ambition makes a person active, live and hard working. It inspires a man or woman to have the goal at the earliest. A person without ambition cannot rise in life. He will be a victim of indecision. However, over-ambition but not to match it with hard work, strong will and perseverance.
I am a young boy of 16 years. I am ambitious. For the youth of the country even the sky is not the limit. They can achieve anything they want. They are full of so much energy, courage and enthusiasm. They have all the possibilities. The opportunities before them are endless. But they have to decide wisely and then work hard and continuously to achieve that goal.
My ambition is to have wings to fly fast like an eagle in the skies. I want to become a pilot in the Indian Air Force. I want to serve my motherland in that capacity. Our country is very vast. Its area, borders and coastline are extensive. They need a vast and very efficient air defence system. Air Force plays a vital role in a country?s defence system.
After completion of my studies, I want to join the Indian Air Force and become a pilot of a fighter aero plane. The career in Air Force is so thrilling, adventurous and inspiring. It is also full of great responsibilities and risks. It demands great alertness quick and right capacity to judge. Physical fitness of the top order is also essential for a pilot in the Indian Air Force. The training is long and difficult. It needs much endurance, patience and perseverance. I think I have all these in a good measure. With the passage of time, they will grow further and ripen. I am already a cadet in the Air wing of the NCC and am doing perfectly well. My NCC instructors and officers are well satisfied with my training. They inspire me and hope to see me as an Air Force pilot in future. This training and instruction as cadet will help me a lot in my future course of becoming a pilot.
Our Air Force has a long and outstanding tradition of bravery. It has many matchless records both during wars and peace. I will like to be a part of it and to add something to it. Machines are important. But men are more important. This has been proved time and again by our pilots and airmen. During the past two conflicts with Pakistan, Indian Air Force did exceedingly well to defeat the enemy.
The striking power of the Indian Air Force is vast, long, penetrating and very precise. It is one of the greatest air forces in the world.
It has been modernized and upgraded from time to time. The recent purchase of Russion Sukhoi fighter aircrafts has further strengthened our air striking power. Moreover, we are developing our own 8 tonne most advanced multipurpose combat aircraft called Light Combat Aricraft ( LCA ).
I shall leave no stone unturned to achieve my ambition. I am ready to make any sacrifice for it. I know that god helps those who help themselves. Therefore, I am confident to achieve my goal soon as a dedicated air ? pilot. As a senior cadet of the Air wing of NCC, I shall soon have the first taste of flying in a training aircraft. But ultimately I look forward to fly at a very high altitude at a supersonic speed in a MIG, Mirage or Jaguar. I have no doubt that one day my dream will come true. Then my ambition to fly these wonderful machines will be fulfilled. My father has been of great help and inspiration in deciding fro this career. His guidance has been and asset to me.
Sun 1 Feb 2009
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This is an age of science and technology. It is also an age of consumerism. Every day there are new discoveries and inventions. New, innovative and better products are there in the markets. People are growing better in terms of purchasing power. Their standard of living has improved much. They want to lead a life of ease and comfort. For that they need better, cheaper and durable items. To fulfill this need, industries are producing many items and devices to give them comfort and save their time and energy. These trends have given rise to more and more advertisements. New and better products need new and more consumers. They can reach the consumers only through advertisements.
The revolution in the means of mass communication has further increased the importance of advertisements. They are there in the newspapers, magazines, on walls, hoardings, on T.V., in films, on the railway platforms, bus stands, in bazaars, streets and even on railway tickets and electric and telephone bills. There is hardly any place where they are not present. They are also there in the form of big-big air-balloons, neon signs, posters and handbills. Wherever you go they stare at you in a very attractive and inviting fashion.
Advertising is an essential part of business. Without advertisement there cannot be any successful business. Captains of industries. Shopkeepers and others spend very huge amount of money on advertisements. All sorts of attractive, new and costly means are adopted to advertise a product. They are a sure method to improve sales and earn big profits. Advertisement in itself has become a big business. It is a billion rupee industry. The profit margins are huge in the business.
Advertisements are a must for a successful business. They increase sales and profits. They help in making a brand image. All big and famous consumer companies spend crores of rupees every year on the advertisement of their products. For this purpose they hire experts and professionals. Famous cine and sports stars are engaged at huge fee in advertisements again and again and are forced to buy the concerned products. They have a magic effect on ladies and children. Then they force the elders to buy the products so advertised.
Advertisements are based on human psychology. They appeal the viewers and make them open their purses. They are targeted at a definite audience. They are made in such a way that people feel their immediate need. Then there are gifts, discounts freebies etc. Some schemes allow purchases on installments. On festive occasions like diwali, Christmas etc., they have special appeal.
Advertisements offer a huge choice for the buyers. The customer can select the best item from many to suit his pocket and needs. It also means much competition. In such a situation the consumer becomes the king. He can buy better products on cheaper rates. It is good for the consumers. He can select things to his liking at affordable price.
But advertisements make a choice difficult and confusing. When there is an item of the same quality and standard at almost the same price from many companies, selection becomes difficult. Sometimes a consumer is swept away by a false and attractive advertisement. He may go for an inferior item and be a loser. The sellers make false and tall promises to lure the simple buyers. They make false guarantees and later put the customers in difficulty. Consumer courts are full of many complaints. The sellers often sell poor quality and spurious items with the help of big and costly advertisements.
In this age of advertisements, a buyer has to be very cautious. He has to be an intelligent and well informed customer to have value for his money. Now, buying is not as simple as it used to be a decade ago. The arrival of multinational companies has further added to the confusion. One has to exercise a lot of wisdom in making a buying decision.
Sun 1 Feb 2009
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India is an agricultural country. Here much depends on monsoon and rains. Good and timely rains mean good crops and prosperity. Bad and poor monsoon means misery and drought. Rains are always welcome in India. They are awaited eagerly by all. Sometimes there are flood in some parts of the country. They expected rains a lot of harm. It was already the 15th day of July. The expected rains had not arrived. The onset of rainy season was delayed by a couple of weeks. People were feeling very uneasy and anxious. People often discussed rains and weather. They often looked at the rain- bearing clouds. The farmers prayed for the clouds and rains. It was sultry, humid and very unpleasant. The school gad already opened after long summer vacation. But the students could not pay attention to their lessons because of hot humid weather. The fans did not provide any comfort. The relief was long overdue form hot season.
Then one day, suddenly the sky was overcast with dark and large clouds in the north. Before it there was a short dust- storm. It brought down the temperature and people heaved a sigh of relief. But real relief was yet to come. There were thunder and lightning. The rumblings in the skies delighted the expectant hearts. Then it started raining. The drizzle soon changed into downpour. People were taken unawares but they all were happy and cheerful on the onset of the monsoon.
I was returning home from school. I had neither an umbrella nor a rain-coat. I rushed for shelter in a nearby showroom of readymade garments. A salesman in the showroom was known to me. I was fairly drenched. The man offered me a towel to wipe off the rain water and then offered a comfortable seat. I thanked him for the help.
It rained very heavily and continuously for 30 minutes. All the roads, streets and markets were overflowing with water. For sometime, the traffic came to a stand still. At some places there was knee deep water. The Municipal authorities were caught unawares. There was water-logging. The drains had chocked at many places. There was water and water every where.
Soon the children came out and started enjoying in the flowing rain water. They were boys and girls between three and 10 years of age. Some were quite naked; the others half naked. They splashed water on one another, swam, jumped and frolicked. They shouted with joy and ran after one another in sheer glee. They had all sorts of fun and frolic. Some small children enjoyed floating paper-boats.
When the rain had stopped I came out of the shop and went home. The roads had become dirty, muddy and slippery. One had to walk with caution. I reached home, took off my soggy shoes and socks and changed my cloths. I took a chair and sat down in it comfortably in the balcony. My mother offered me a cup of hot tea and some snacks. I enjoyed the refreshment looking out on the scene.
It was all comfortable and soothing after long hot summer. The temperature had come down considerably. The cool breeze was blowing. Even the animals and birds were very happy. They showed it in various ways. In the evening there were more rains. At night the croaking of the frogs could be heard. At long last, the rain god was pleased to send clouds. They were all laden with water and water, the life-giving liquid.
Sun 1 Feb 2009
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A VISIT TO AN EXHIBITIONA visit to an exhibition is very educative. We learn so many things from the exhibits displayed there. It is also a source of much delight and entertainment. I am fond of visiting exhibitions whenever they are there and I have time to spare. Exhibition can be of many types. It may be industrial, consumer, flower exhibition, book exhibition, exhibition on textiles, fashions, computers, food and agriculture.
Recently I visited the 23rd India International Trade Fair and Exhibition 2003. It was held at the famous and sprawling Pragati Maidan from 14th November to 27th November. My mother, my younger sister and I myself went to the fair and exhibition. It was Sunday and very pleasant. The sky was clear and bright with pleasant sun-shine. The cool breeze was blowing. We reached the exhibition ground by a three wheeler scooter at gate No.1. There was a huge crowd at the gate. I joined the long queue and after half an hour I bought three entry tickets. By that time it was 11O?clock.
There were pavilions and pavilions. Pavilions of all the Indian states. There were railway and defence pavilions. Then there were foreign besides scores of industrial pavilions. They were of many sizes and all sorts of goods, machines and products were on show and sale. The fair had brought the buyers were on a common platform on a vast scale. My mother was specially interested in having as good look at consumer items products. She was interested in new and innovative items.
We entered the Hall No.2 and there were all kinds of food and health- care products and items. All the stalls were crowded and the business was very brisk. My mother bought some honey, saffron and ayurvedic tonic for papa. The Hall No.1 had footwere, handicrafts and home furnishings. My mother wanted to buy some curtain but it was postponed for the next visit when she will come again with papa the next week.
By then we wanted to have some refreshments and so went to a food- stall. There we enjoyed hot coffee and snacks and basked in the sun on the lush green lawn. Next, we visited Hall No.3 and 4. In the Hall No.3 were all types of garments- silken, woolen, cotton, woven etc. all so colorful, rich, and inviting. My sister bought a woolen pullover with a beautiful flower design. In the Hall No. 4 were jewellery items. They dazed the beholders with their variety, prize, dazzle and display in the bright electric lights. There were silver, gold and imitation jewellery; plain items with intricate designs and inlaid with precious and semi-precious stones.
Next we visited the state pavilions. They included those of Rajasthan, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh. The Rajasthan pavilion attracted us the most. It stood like a big pink royal mansion with big arches and lattice work. Its huge Rajput style domes added to its beauty and fascination. At the entrance Rajasthani folk music was being played on typical instruments. The pavilion consisted of two floors. They were full of many beautiful items and creations. These included marble, artware, tie- dye sarees, readymade garments, jewellery, paintings, toys, Rajasthani quilts lac articles, mirror- work, blu pottery etc. I bought a pair of blue pottery vases for friend. There were many irresistible items.
We also visited the technology exports and techmart pavilions, but my mother did not take much interest in these. And so we just hurried through. Then we relaxed on the lawn near the big blue lake full of clear water. In the middle of the lake fountains played merrily. On the public address system was being played soft instrumental music. The lilting, liquid music soothed my mother to a short refreshing nap. In the meanwhile;e we enjoyed icecreams. Then we visited India?s vision Hall. The fair and exhibition gave a good view of the country?s progress since India?s independence in 1947.
We returned home late in the evening. The visit was very entertaining and refreshing. In the exhibition there was an atmosphere of festivity and celebration. Their were huge crowds enjoying themselves. It looked as if the whole city had collected there. I had collected a lot of literature during our rounds. This literature had a wealth of information on many subjects of the country. I shall ever remember this exhibition as a grand visual record of 50 years of independence of India. But I felt our single visit was not sufficient to cover even half the pavilions and stalls.
Sun 1 Feb 2009
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A School is a big institution full of activities. It is also like a very big family in which many functions are held. In my school a number of functions are observed every year. Annual prize distribution is one of them. It is a very colorful, enjoyable and inspiring occasion.
This year it was held on 23rd of February. It was also the foundation day of our school. Long and great preparations were made for the day. The school building was given a fresh coat of whitewash. The furniture etc. were all painted a new. The name plates, signboards etc. Were-re-written and painted. New flower-plants in pots were added and there was lot of decoration. There were flower garlands, big gates, festoons, buntings and balloons. Every nook and corner was spruced. Invitation cards in bright blue letters were printed and sent to the invitees.
The director of Education was the Chief Guest. He presided over the function. He was received at the main gate by the principal and the staff members. He was garlanded and tilak was applied on his forehead by two senior girl students. Then he was escorted to the stage and offered a high and comfortable seat. The other guests and invitees were already in their seats.
The main function began with the singing of the national anthem. A group of girls sang it to the accompaniment of the sweet music. Then the principal introduced the chief guest and delivered a short welcome speech. Then was read the school annual report. It highlighted the achievements of the school during the year. In between there were loud clapping.
The chief guest then distributed the prizes. The prizes were given for remarkable performance in studies, games and sports and other extra-curricular activities. There were cups, trophies, books medals, tea-shirts and certificates in prizes. There were prizes for best individual and team efforts. As each and every winner got his or hser prize, the gathering loudly cheered and clapped. The chief guest shook hand with every one of them. In the end the chief guest delivered his address. He urged the students to do still better next year. He thanked the principal, the staff-members and the students for organizing such a successful and grand function. He was glad to be received with so much warmth, respect and hospitality. Then the vice principal thanked him and other guests for all the trouble they took in coming to the function. It was followed by singing of Vande Matram by a group of boy students.
The function came to an end with a tea-party. There were sweets, snacks, tea, coffee and cold drinks. The chief guest was served by a couple of senior girl students. The other guests were served by other girl students. After that we all dispersed with much satisfaction because the function was a grand success. The next day was declared a holiday. It further added to our joy and happiness.
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