Satish Jain has obtained BSc Degree from Agra University in First Division and is a gold medal winner. He obtained B.E (Electronics) degree from Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (I.I.Sc) with distinction. He joined Air Force as Signals Officer and held different technical appointments during 21 years of service career.
The contents of this book SCIENCE for NTSE, Olympiads and Competitive Examinations have been developed in accordance with the needs of the students. It follows simple learning approach and offers conceptual clarity and complete syllabi coverage in each chapter for the benefit of students. The book conforms to the latest pattern of question-setting of NTSE. The book is made up of 31 chapters divided into three parts: Part A (Physics) consists of 11 chapters Part B (Chemistry) consists of 8 chapters Part C (Biology) consists of 12 chapters Each chapter consists of Brief Theory, Key Concepts, followed by Solved Examples, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Answer Key and Hints & Solutions. The solutions to the MCQs are given at the end of each chapter. Previous Years' Questions, where available, have been given at the end of each chapter for clear understanding of the kinds of questions set. Hints and Explanations of many questions offer a window to students to know how the correct answers have been arrived at. The book is also recommended for Olympiads and other competitive examinations.
This SOCIAL SCIENCE book covering chapters from This SOCIAL SCIENCE book covering chapters from History, Geography, Civics and Economics form part of the SAT question paper of the NTSE (this book is equally useful for Olympiads and other Competitive Exams) have been developed as per the needs of the students i.e. the simple approach, conceptual clarity and complete coverage in each section. The book conforms to the latest pattern of question-setting of NTSE. The book is made up of 37 chapters divided into 4 parts: Part A (History) - 10 chapters Part 8 (Geography) - 9 chapters Part C (Civics) - 9 chapters Part D (Economics) -9 chapters Each chapter consists of Brief Theory, Key Concepts, followed by Solved Examples, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Answer Key and Hints & Solutions. The solutions to the MCQs are given at the end of each chapter. Previous Years' Questions, where available, have been given at the end of each chapter for clear understanding of the kinds of questions set. Hints and Explanations of many questions offer a window to students to know how the correct answers have been arrived at. The book is also recommended for Olympiads and other competitive examinations.
The book contains about 150 salient and popular recipes from all over the country. The unique features of the book are besides dealing with the ingredients, methods of preparation of various mouth-watering recipes along with the time consumed in easy and simple language. It also serves as a manual teaching you the right way of cooking and using mechanical gadgets, such as gas stoves, electric ovens, heaters, cookers, toasters, mixies, grinders, etc for efficient and faster cooking. All the recipes given in this book have been accompanied with attractive photographs and a tip off at the bottom of each giving some valuable information or knowledge about the particular recipe. #v&spublishers
The contents of this book covering the Verbal Reasoning Part of the MAT (Mental Aptitude Test) paper of the NTSE (the book is equally useful for Olympiads and other Competitive Exams) have been developed as per the needs of the students i.e. the simple approach, conceptual clarity and complete coverage in each section. The book conforms to the latest pattern of question-setting of NTSE. The book is made up of 16 chapters: Verbal classification, Verbal Analogy, Coding-Decoding, Direction Sense Test, Series Completion test, Arithmetical reasoning test, Number Puzzles, Logical Venn Diagrams, Blood Relations, Sitting arrangements, Logical Sequence of Words, Verification of Truth of Statement, Analytical Reasoning, Problems on Calendar & Clocks, Number, Ranking & Time Sequence Tests, and lastly Logical Reasoning., Each chapter consists of Brief Theory, Key Concepts, followed by Solved Examples, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Answer Key and Hints & Solutions. The solutions to the MCQs are given at the end of each chapter.Previous Years' Questions, where available, have been given at the end of each chapter for clear understanding of the kinds of questions set. Hints and Explanations of many questions offer a window to students to know how the correct answers have been arrived at. The book is also recommended for Olympiads and other competitive examinations.
This book has been designed to fulfil the preparation needs of candidates who aspire to crack International Mathematics Olympiad, National Talent Search Exam, and other competitive exams. The book is strictly based on the latest curriculum from International Mathematics Olympiad. It has been prepared in accordance with the latest syllabus issued from CBSE, ICSE and other school boards across the country. The book consists of three sections namely Logical Reasoning, Mathematical Reasoning and Everyday Mathematics. The Concepts, Formulae and important Tips are given in the beginning of each chapter. Fully solved Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with detailed explanations enhance the problem solving skills of students. Model Papers are included in the book for thorough practice, and Previous Years' IMO papers given in the CDs help candidates to understand the level of difficulty and grasp the structure of questions asked in the exam. Salient Features:i Concepts are introduced gradually i Simple, lucid and systematic presentationi Detailed solutions at the end of each chapteri Previous years' Question Papers and Model Test PapersHighly RecommendedThe book is highly recommended for the candidates who aspire to get distinction in Mathematics and Science Olympiads at national and international level. It will prove very useful for various other competitive examinations such as:i NTSE, NSTSE, SLSTSEi SSC, DSC, B. Ed, TET, CTET etc.
The book has been designed to cater to the real time problems faced by the aspirants who want to succeed in National Talent Search Examination, Olympiads, and Scholarship-cum-Merit Tests conducted by various State Boards etc. It is strictly based on the latest pattern and curriculum issued from the NCERT. The book consists of two sections namely Mental Ability Test (MAT) and Scholastic Ability Test (SAT). The concepts are explained with solved examples and Multiple Choice Questions with Answer Key and Hints & Solutions are given to enhance the problem solving skills of students. Last two years' Solved Papers are included to help understand the difficulty level and grasp the structure of questions asked in the exam and Four Practice Sets are included in CD for thorough practice. Salient Features: Concepts are explained through solved examples MCQs with Answer Key and Hints & Solutions Solved Papers and Practice Test Papers Usage of simple and lucid language
In the book, the author has provided the CAT Aspirants with detailed concepts and problem solving skills. Three Assessments after every section have been added for thorough practice. In every chapter approx. 100 MCQs are given with Answer Key and Hints & Solutions. Fully Solved CAT 2014 and 1 Mock Test Paper help to understand the pattern of exam and prove to be very useful for practice. The contents have been written in coherent and systematic manner. The book has been divided into four section Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning and Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension.
The book has been designed to cater to the real time problems faced by the aspirants who want to succeed in National Talent Search Examination, Olympiads, and Scholarship-cum-Merit Tests conducted by various State Boards etc. It is strictly based on the latest pattern and curriculum issued from the NCERT. The book consists of two sections namely Mental Ability Test (MAT) and Scholastic Ability Test (SAT). The concepts are explained with solved examples and Multiple Choice Questions with Answer Key and Hints & Solutions are given to enhance the problem solving skills of students. Last two years' Solved Papers are included to help understand the difficulty level and grasp the structure of questions asked in the exam and Four Practice Sets are included in CD for thorough practice. Salient Features: Concepts are explained through solved examples MCQs with Answer Key and Hints & Solutions Solved Papers and Practice Test Papers Usage of simple and lucid language
This book has been designed to fulfil the preparation needs of candidates who aspire to crack International Mathematics Olympiad, National Talent Search Exam, and other competitive exams. The book is strictly based on the latest curriculum from International Mathematics Olympiad. It has been prepared in accordance with the latest syllabus issued from CBSE, ICSE and other school boards across the country. The book consists of three sections namely Logical Reasoning, Mathematical Reasoning and Everyday Mathematics. The Concepts, Formulae and important Tips are given in the beginning of each chapter. Fully solved Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with detailed explanations enhance the problem solving skills of students. Model Papers are included in the book for thorough practice, and Previous Years' IMO papers given in the CDs help candidates to understand the level of difficulty and grasp the structure of questions asked in the exam. Salient Features:i Concepts are introduced gradually i Simple, lucid and systematic presentationi Detailed solutions at the end of each chapteri Previous years' Question Papers and Model Test PapersHighly RecommendedThe book is highly recommended for the candidates who aspire to get distinction in Mathematics and Science Olympiads at national and international level. It will prove very useful for various other competitive examinations such as:i NTSE, NSTSE, SLSTSEi SSC, DSC, B. Ed, TET, CTET etc.
What happens when a ‘father’ appears to take his ‘daughter’ home from the orphanage one day? What happens when a blind Hindu girl falls in love with a Muslim man? What happens when a little girl in Delhi reads the diary of another young girl in Germany and decides that she will make sure that every person lives with dignity and rights? What if a woman discovers that the coveted job in a foreign land actually had her trafficked? What if a Dalit woman has to choose between making a personal sacrifice and remaining an inspiration to the girls in her little village? What if a woman refuses to be rescued? This book tells us stories of 108 women from the heart of Delhi – stories of courage, rebellion, survival, resilience, resistance, and victories. Stories of women you may have met or passed by in your home, neighborhood, workplace, or in your city. In the 108th year of Delhi as the nation’s capital, this book is a big shout-out to all women who inspire.
Everything in life happens for a reason. The sun brings light and warmth. Trivim also comes as a reason for those who seek goodness and positivity within and around. Vicara is like a kite flying in the direction of the wind, hardly posing any opposition. The story is a universal one with an honest revelation about men that not all men are bloodhounds. What a name- Mukhtasar! Isn’t the presence of all mortals on this planet earth brief? Still, men worry, quarrel, kill and regret. Even love has not been able to enhance and provide longevity to mankind, but sometimes the brevity filled with care and friendship may be sweeter than the longevity wrapped in loneliness. Ashlisht is the bliss of solitude, without any inhibition which the young generation of today stands for. This century is witnessing a lot of technological development and socio-economic changes in our country and the ones most affected by the changes are the youth. Coping with one’s sorrows in a positive way, without giving in to the pressures of society and giving oneself reason to live is the biggest struggle and victory of mankind.
Parameter estimation in stochastic differential equations and stochastic partial differential equations is the science, art and technology of modeling complex phenomena. The subject has attracted researchers from several areas of mathematics. This volume presents the estimation of the unknown parameters in the corresponding continuous models based on continuous and discrete observations and examines extensively maximum likelihood, minimum contrast and Bayesian methods.
The short stories in the collection blend emotion and introspection. Moments of urgency and sweetness are fully canvassed and explored. The stories draw out and examine the texture of emotional belonging. In "His Curls," a mother suffers the anguish of wondering if her son is a terrorist. The ending is left to interpretation and several possibilities. The reader is forced to teeter between laughter and sadness in the tragicomedy of "An Indian Summer." "The Blue Arc" is a redemptive tale of a young woman who shows enormous courage. Each story in the collection is a journey of insights. Transactions of Belonging is a unique, intense and gripping work of short fiction. ÒIn this debut collection, Jaya Padmanabhan has brought together a diverse and memorable group of characters from many kinds of backgrounds. With meticulous details and keen observation, she brings them to life and makes us care about themÑtheir poverty, their loneliness, their tragedies and their triumphs."ÑCHITRA DIVAKARUNI, author of The Mistress of Spices and Oleander Girl
In the book, the author has provided the CAT Aspirants with detailed concepts and problem solving skills. Three Assessments after every section have been added for thorough practice. In every chapter approx. 100 MCQs are given with Answer Key and Hints & Solutions. Fully Solved CAT 2014 and 1 Mock Test Paper help to understand the pattern of exam and prove to be very useful for practice. The contents have been written in coherent and systematic manner. The book has been divided into four section Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning and Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension.
This book focuses on women’s human rights in India. Drawing on case studies, it provides a clear overview of the key sources on gender and rights in the country. Further, it contextualizes women’s rights at the critical intersection of caste, religion and class, and analyses barriers to the realization of women’s human rights in practice. It also develops strategies for moving forward towards greater recognition, protection, promotion and fulfilment of women’s human rights in India. Drawing on critical pedagogical tools to analyse groundbreaking court cases, this book will be a key text in human rights studies. It will be indispensable to students, scholars and researchers of gender studies, sociology, law and human rights.
Presents a comprehensive, modern treatment of polymer materials being used in medicine and pharmacy Covers large biomedical and pharmaceutical areas, ranging from soft to hard tissues Provides good coverage of the commercial aspects of polymer biomedical devices Includes comprehensive references at the end of each chapter to enhance further study
Over Nearly Four Decades Of Their Chequered History, Co-Operative Agriculture And Rural Development (Card) Banks Have Been Able To Emerge As An Outstanding Co-Operative Institution, Catering Exclusively To The Investment Credit Needs Of The Rural Areas. The Kerala Card Bank Is Considered To Be The Best Among The Developing Banks Based On Its Outstanding Performance In Terms Of Many Indicators Like The Quantum Of Advances Made, Reserves, Profit, Small Farmer Coverage Etc. It Has Diversified Its Activities So As To Cover And Assist Rural Artisans, Small Scale Industrialists And Has Also Launched The Financing Of Rural Housing.The Study Examines The Role Of The Bank In Meeting The Long Term Credit Requirements Of The Rural Masses In The State. It Has Also Examined The Impact Of Lending, And The Utilisation And Recovery Pattern Of Loan Advanced.The Study Makes A Brilliant Exposition Of All These Issues And Highlights The Real Problem Prevailing At The Beneficiary Level. The Author Has Used Various Statistical Tools To Make The Study Scientific And Accurate. This Book Should Be Of Vital Importance To Policy Makers And Researchers.
This book investigates the less-explored dimensions of how industries in different Indian subnational spaces or states have responded to the growing phenomenon of internationalization. What factors have influenced firms participating in global business? Have state (both central and provincial) policies acted as catalyst for local firms? Not only does this study delve into these issues; it also painstakingly develops a comprehensive database that remains unique in the absence of reliable official statistics on this subject to date. Efforts have been made to establish a reasonably consistent dataset for the period 1990-2008 derived from the CMIE-PROWESS database. Care has been taken to condense the data and classify it by sector, location, size and ownership. The study delineates export patterns by firm and state and explores factors influencing export decisions according to sector, size and location. A further interesting aspect is the book’s critical examination of industrial and trade promotion policies at the state/regional level that might have contributed to or hindered exporting by firms. The states considered for detailed policy discussions are highly diverse and include Gujarat, Odisha and Karnataka. To address the glaring absence of literature on the role of subnational factors in enterprises’ export performance, a preliminary state-by-state analysis of the spatial determinants of firms’ export activities is also provided.
Who was Vatsyayana? What motivated this intriguing personality in the third century to compile ancient erotic texts, replete with his witty aphorisms, into the Kama Sutra, the ultimate treatise on love and the art of lovemaking? Kama is a fictionalised account of the life and times of Vatsyayana. Seemingly, a manual for the hedonist about town, the Kama Sutra reveals another tale—written in blood—of broken hearts, lyrical violence, ageless love, and unbridled lust! Set in 273 AD, in a land fraught with war and unrest, Kama is the story of a catastrophic day in a writer-artist’s life that sets him off on a journey unto himself, beyond the boundaries of love, family and betrayal. This fast-paced story of tragedy and triumph beguiles and captivates as it flits seamlessly between an agonising past, an erotic present and a cataclysmic future.
This book explores the journey of biotechnology, searching for new avenues and noting the impressive accomplishments to date. It has harmonious blend of facts, applications and new ideas. Fast-paced biotechnologies are broadly applied and are being continuously explored in areas like the environmental, industrial, agricultural and medical sciences. The sequencing of the human genome has opened new therapeutic opportunities and enriched the field of medical biotechnology while analysis of biomolecules using proteomics and microarray technologies along with the simultaneous discovery and development of new modes of detection are paving the way for ever-faster and more reliable diagnostic methods. Life-saving bio-pharmaceuticals are being churned out at an amazing rate, and the unraveling of biological processes has facilitated drug designing and discovery processes. Advances in regenerative medical technologies (stem cell therapy, tissue engineering, and gene therapy) look extremely promising, transcending the limitations of all existing fields and opening new dimensions for characterizing and combating diseases.
This book presents state-of-the-art research on intrusion detection using reinforcement learning, fuzzy and rough set theories, and genetic algorithm. Reinforcement learning is employed to incrementally learn the computer network behavior, while rough and fuzzy sets are utilized to handle the uncertainty involved in the detection of traffic anomaly to secure data resources from possible attack. Genetic algorithms make it possible to optimally select the network traffic parameters to reduce the risk of network intrusion. The book is unique in terms of its content, organization, and writing style. Primarily intended for graduate electrical and computer engineering students, it is also useful for doctoral students pursuing research in intrusion detection and practitioners interested in network security and administration. The book covers a wide range of applications, from general computer security to server, network, and cloud security.
This book develops alternative methods to estimate the unknown parameters in stochastic volatility models, offering a new approach to test model accuracy. While there is ample research to document stochastic differential equation models driven by Brownian motion based on discrete observations of the underlying diffusion process, these traditional methods often fail to estimate the unknown parameters in the unobserved volatility processes. This text studies the second order rate of weak convergence to normality to obtain refined inference results like confidence interval, as well as nontraditional continuous time stochastic volatility models driven by fractional Levy processes. By incorporating jumps and long memory into the volatility process, these new methods will help better predict option pricing and stock market crash risk. Some simulation algorithms for numerical experiments are provided.
Introduction to Ore Microscopy is a brief introduction to the science of Ore Minerals. It is designed to help undergraduate and postgraduate students of Geology and Earth Science for their practical course. The book gives a comprehensive, handy and scientific description of ores which form a part of Ore Geology and Economic Geology. Illustrated with a wealth of full-colour and black-and-white polished section photographs, the book explains how to observe ores under the microscope in the reflected light. Besides dealing with the texture, structures, and paragenesis of ore minerals, it also deals with the methodology to study physical and optical characters of important ore minerals, such as Sulphides, Arsenides, Antimonides, Molybdenites, Tungstate, and Oxides ores. A brief description mineral paragenesis, paragenetic diagrams, and some important ore-deposits of India and other parts of the world are also given. The book will also prove to be useful for those working in the mineral industry.
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