17Oct 2018 by Reese Bannister

Short Summary of “Our Casuarina Tree” by Toru Dutt

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A huge python: The python refers here to the huge and heavy creeper which, by coiling round the giant tree, keeps it in an almost stifling embrace.Upto its very summit near the stars: This refers to the great height of the tree.Sung darkling from our tree: This obviously refers to some sweet-singing bird which pours forth its melodies from its dark habitat in the tree. The word ‘darkling’ is reminiscent of Keat’s use of it in his “Ode to a Nightingale”. image source: lucylivg29.files.wordpress.com ADVERTISEMENTS: The idea of the garden overflowing with the song poured forth by an unseen bird is itself very reminiscent of the poetry of the Romantics. Casement: Window; reminiscent again of the ‘magic casements’ in Keats’s Ode.Baboon: a kind of large ape with short tail.15-19: the…
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17Oct 2018 by Reese Bannister

Short Summary of “Thought the, Paraclete” by Sri Aurobindo

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Thought, the Paraclete is a mystic poem which opens up a vision or revelation of an ascent through spiritual planes. It may lend itself to a descriptive interpretation or help the emergence of a general idea but what is really important in it is the vision, what one can apprehend through intuitive perception rather than through logical explanation. If poetry has its origin in a spiritual experience, it has to be perceived only intuitively.As Dr. Iyengar has observed, the central idea of the poem is the transformation of the self brought about as a result of the as­cent of consciousness to the supramental level. This idea is suggested by the imagery and the music rather than explained in terms of logical argument. Dr. Iyengar identifies in the poem four separate…
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16Oct 2018 by Reese Bannister

Speech on Modern Technology (525 Words)

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What are you looking for? The latest LCD or the latest palmtop available in the market? Bikes have always been the bad boys’ favourite toy! So which are you going for? The one that can jump from 0 to 90 km/hr in seconds? And what about your latest mobile? Does it have a 4.5 mega-pixel camera with other features like MP3 player, built in recording system that can record any conversation and FM music? Yes! Does it have a palmtop with proper Internet facilities? What would you prefer, 2G or 3G? Not the scams, silly!Technology today has truly come of age. We have some rare advantages in our life which would have been unimaginable even three decades ago. If we go back just a hundred years, we shall be shocked…
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16Oct 2018 by Reese Bannister

Short Speech on the Problems Faced by Teenagers

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The old order changeth, yielding place to new. When the son or daughter becomes a teenager, the parents expect a responsible shoulder by their side who can be their friend as well. But a difference in basic values and an inevitable aspect of generation-gap does produce complications.Teenagers today live in a global world glorifying the ‘greed is good’ mantra and attitude above everything else. They struggle to divide their time among school or college, tuitions, music, Internet browsing, phone, shopping and so on. There is also a cultural crisis that has afflicted the teenagers today. A very casual attitude towards some very serious affairs in life is what is frequently seen in them.The media glorifies the ‘rebel’ teen who makes fun of the traditional ideas of his parents or who…
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16Oct 2018 by Reese Bannister

Speech on School Magazine (471 Words)

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A school magazine is an integral part of school life. In most cases, it is a periodical published by the school authorities, consisting of contributions from the students and teachers of that particular institution. Publishing a magazine is a long-drawn-out process. Initially, an editorial board is constituted consisting of the editor- in-chief, managing editor, editorial coordinator, photographer, copy editor, illustrator and so on. The editor-in-chief is usually appointed by the headmaster, and the editor is often a teacher who coordinates the editorial and publishing work for the institution.Several student editors from different classes and sections assist the editor in his/her work. The expenses of publishing the magazine are usually borne by the school authorities. Sometimes, members of the school alumni also volunteer to sponsor the magazine, especially specific anniversary issues…
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15Oct 2018 by Reese Bannister

Section 121A of Indian Penal Code, 1860 – Explained!

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Legal Provisions of Section 121A of Indian Penal Code, 1860. conspiracy to commit offences punishable by Section 121:This section was inserted by the Indian Penal Code (Amendment) Act, 1870 and the words ‘and shall also be liable to fine’ were added by Act XVI of 1921. This section can be divided into two parts. According to the first part of this provision, whoever within or without India conspires to commit any of the three kinds of offences punishable under section 121, that is to say, waging war against the Government of India, or attempt to wage such war, or abetment of waging such war, shall be punishable under this section. ADVERTISEMENTS: This section does not distinguish between conspiracy within India and without, and punishment prescribed is same in both cases.…
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15Oct 2018 by Reese Bannister

Section 124A of Indian Penal Code, 1860 – Explained!

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Legal Provisions of Section 124A of Indian Penal Code, 1860.Sedition:The offence of sedition was originally introduced under section 113 of Macaulay’s Draft Penal Code of 1837, but because of certain reasons, it was dropped when the Indian Penal Code was passed in 1860. Shortly thereafter, the then law member of the Government of India Sir Fits James Stephen introduced an amendment in the form of section 124-A through the Indian Penal Code (Amendment) Act, 1870 which was passed. ADVERTISEMENTS: The language of the section at that time was different from the present section 124-A. Thereafter a new section 124-A was inserted in place of the old section by the Indian Penal Code (Amendment) Act, 1898 which was modified by the Adaptation of Laws and Orders of 1937, 1948 and 1950…
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15Oct 2018 by Reese Bannister

Section 107 of Indian Penal Code, 1860 – Explained!

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Legal Provisions of Section 107 of Indian Penal Code, 1860.Abetment of a thing:According to section 107 abetment of a thing can be by instigation, by conspiracy or by intentional aiding. It is clear from the definition that abetment involves active complicity on the part of the abettor at a point of time prior to the actual commission or doing of a thing. The definition given under the Indian Penal Code, has found reference in the General Clauses Act, 1897 also section 3 (i) of which states that in this Act, and in all Central Acts and Regulations made after the commencement of this Act, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context, ‘abet’, with its grammatical variations and cognate expressions, shall have the same meaning as in the…
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14Oct 2018 by Reese Bannister

Short Speech on Westernisation

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Here is your Short Speech on Westernisation:Societal changes, brought about by the influence of advanced western countries, are referred to by sociologists as westernisation. It is a gradual replacement and transformation of the traditional culture of the society concerned, by that of the west. Westernisation is used to signify the effect of western societies like the UK, USA, France or b. U. Nov. 2011 Germany, on eastern societies like India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Pakistan. ADVERTISEMENTS: Modernisation is synonymous with Westernisation in cases where underdeveloped societies use western models to bring about a social change in their societies. However, according to Prof. M.N. Srinivas, the term Westernisation is ethically neutral, in that, it does not claim to be a process of social change that is good or bad for the…
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14Oct 2018 by Reese Bannister

What are the Powers and Duties of a Mutawalli under Muslim Law in India?

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A Mutawalli cannot, without the permission of the Court, alienate wakf property. He cannot grant a lease of the wakf land for more than three years (or one year, if the land is non-agricultural). He is entitled to the remuneration fixed by the wakf. He cannot transfer his office, even on his death-bed. His office is not hereditary. Image Source: mutawalliazam-ajmer.comAs a general rule, wakf property is inalienable. Unless expressly authorised so to do by the terms of the deed of wakf, a Mutawalli has no power, without the sanction of the Court, ADVERTISEMENTS: (1) To sell, mortgage or exchange wakf property; or(2) To grant a lease (i) for more than three years, where the wakf property is agricultural, and (ii) for more than one year, where the wakf property…
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