Write an Essay on Human Rights

Government
Of late, the question of human rights has received a great deal of attention. Today, violation of human rights is seriously taken note of by international bodies and by champions of democracy. It is in this backdrop that most countries have set up their own independent National Human Rights Commissions.Human rights are those rights which are fundamental for living and for normal human existence. They are based on the concept that every man and woman, irrespective of caste, creed, colour, race and nationality is born with certain fundamental rights such as, right to live, speech, freedom, justice, etc. These rights are, therefore, enshrined in the constitution of the countries. In order, that these basic rights are maintained and adhered to by the nations of the world, United Nations Organisation adopted…
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Write an Essay on the Importance of Books

Music
A hobby is an occupation we pursue outside our normal duties, for amusement. Hobbies, in general, make us busy and add charm and thrill to our humdrum existence.An empty mind is said to be a devil’s work ship. Hence, it is very necessary to keep our minds engaged in some fruitful activity even in leisure time. Development of a hobby is required not just for pleasure’s sake but also for the sake of learning something new. ADVERTISEMENTS: There are many kinds of hobbies- gardening, photography, fishing, painting, flying kites, sculpturing, embroidery, knitting, cooking, shooting, reading books, watching television, listening to music, playing musical instruments, bird-watching, stamp collection, collection of old coins, etc. Among these perhaps flying kites, gardening, photography and stamp collection are the most popular.The value and the usefulness…
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Essay on home rule movement (1916)

Government
Two Home Rule Leagues were established, one by B.G. Tilak at Poona in April 1916 and the other by Mrs. Annie Besant at Madras in September 1916.The aim of the Movement was to get self government for India within the British Empire. It believed freedom was the natural right of all nations. ADVERTISEMENTS: Moreover, the leaders of the Home Movement thought that India’s resources were not being used for her needs.The two Leagues cooperated with each other as well with the Congress and the Muslim League in putting their demand for home rule. While Tilak’s Movement concentrated on Maharashtra, Annie. Image Source: 185.26.182.219Aim:To convey the message of Home Rule to common man in remote and politically not conscious areas new method of publicity were used. Emphasis was on propaganda to…
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The Non-Cooperation Movement (1920-1922)

Industry
There was widespread political discontent in India by the end of 1919, which culminated in the Non-Cooperation Movement under Gandhi.It was the 1st Mass based political movement under Gandhi. The circumstances which led to it were as follows:-1. The Rowlatt Act and the Punjab horrors had belied the wartime promises. ADVERTISEMENTS: 2. The reforms of 1919 with their ill-considered scheme of dyarchy had hardly satisfied few.3. The Khilafat wrongs4. Even those, who were willing to treat the Punjab horrors as ‘aberrations’ were soon disillusioned when they discovered that the Hunter Committee was eyewash. ADVERTISEMENTS: Moreover the House of Lords had voted in favour of General Dyer’s action and the British public demonstrated its support by helping the Morning Post to collect 30,000 Pounds for General Dyer.5. Masses became skeptical of…
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Write An Essay on Information Technology

E-Commerce
Our age is known as the age of Information Technology. Information Technology with its superhighway has not only revolutionised man’s way of working but also his very existence. IT (Information Technology) revolution is sweeping our civilization bringing about unfathomable changes in our present-day civilization. Twenty first century belongs to the IT world.The term ‘Information Technology’ or simply known as IT is a generic name given to all improvements that are taking place in our world due to the inter-linked advancement in technology, learning, and information. The term refers to recent technological developments that are taking place in our world as a result of better technology, due to better information.It consists of a number of allied modern advancements such as, computer, Internet, websites, surfing, E-mail, E-commerce. E-governance, Video- conference, cellular phones,…
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Write a 600 Words Essay on Internet

E-Commerce
Internet can be reckoned as the latest discovery of man which has revolutionised his style of working and living. It has totally reduced distance, broken all man-made barriers and made our world a small place. It brought information at our doorstep opening before us what is known as ‘Information Superhighway’ at the click of a button.Internet is a network of computer systems that have been connected to each other through satellite, telephone lines and optical cables. Basically Internet is a global electronic community for millions of interconnected computer networks. ADVERTISEMENTS: Real Internet operation began in 1969 when United State’s military used it for the first time. By 1980s it became a tool in the hand of academic researchers and Universities. It was only in the 1990s that Internet was thrown…
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Is Science a Blessing or a Curse?

Events
Today great revolutionary changes are sweeping over our world, thanks to modern scientific advancements. Recent scientific developments such as, Cyber revolution, IT boom, Information superhighway, Digital technology, etc. are altering the very face of our existence. Most of these advancements have benefited the human race, while some have brought mankind nearer to its grave.Modern science has made our life easy, comfortable, luxurious and least burdensome. Today the household chores such as, sweeping, washing, cleaning, cooking, etc. are no longer burdensome jobs taking a great deal of time. Modern gadgets such as, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, refrigerators, micro-ovens, personal computers, cable TVs, digital receivers, air coolers, air condition, fax machines, cellular phones, super fast trains, speedy cars, etc. have made our life a pleasurable adventure. ADVERTISEMENTS: Today work is a matter…
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Write a Short Essay on Jawaharlal Nehru

Economic Development
“Some are born great. Some have greatness thrust upon them by destiny. Some achieve greatness by dint of hard work”. I believe Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru was born great.He is reckoned as one of the most illustrious sons of India, an outstanding leader who left behind a blazing trail of remarkable achievements and success. Till today he stands unequalled, unrivalled and without a peer in the galaxy of Indian leaders who have graced our land.Jawaharlal Nehru was the son of Motilal Nehru who was a renowned barrister and a leading political figure. Nehru was born on 14th Nov. 1889 at Allahabad. He took his primary education from English tutors, at home. Later on, he was sent to England for higher studies and returned to India in 1919 after qualifying himself as…
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Short Essay on Lord Mahavira

Violence
Live and let live’ one of the most famous slogan was introduced in this world by none other than Lord Mahavira. He happens to be the 24th Tirthankara (divine teacher) of the religion Jainism.The slogan gives us the basis of leading a life peacefully. He laid absolute stress on Ahimsa. Even the father of our nation Mahatma Gandhi followed this path of non-violence. He not only found it meaningful but also lived upto it.Lord Mahavira belonged to a rich Kshatriya family. He was born and brought up in Kundagrama near Magadha (Bihar). Parents, Siddhartha and Trisala called him by the name Vardhaman. But Vardhaman came to be popularly known as Mahavira (i.e. the conqueror) because of his courageous, daring and fearless character. The childhood of Lord Mahavira was very colourful.…
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Write a Short Essay on Mahatma Gandhi

Development
India has produced many outstanding personalities who have left behind a legacy of greatness, noble life and sublime ideals. Among these men, Mahatma Gandhi stands in the forefront. Today he is considered as the greatest, the noblest and the finest Indian ever born in our land. He was the brightest star ever raised on the horizon of India.Mahatma Gandhi was born on Oct. 2, 1869 at Porbandar, in Gujarat, in a noble Hindu family. His full name is Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. After passing his matriculation examination, he was sent to England to study law. In 1890, he returned from England as a lawyer. ADVERTISEMENTS: Soon after his arrival in India, he was called to help the Indians who were facing numerous hardships under the British rule in South Africa. Gandhi…
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