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Posted on: 2012-09-23

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With advancement in technology, new gadgets with advanced features are being introduced. And the fascination for such gadgets is always high among the public. Among the gadgets introduced till date, which is your favourite one? Why? Do you have a dream gadget that has not been invented yet? What features would you want in it?

Posted on: 2012-09-15

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In recent days, people seem attracted towards owning apartments. But still there are people who find it advantageous to purchase or construct a house rather than opting for an apartment life. Which do you think is the best option in the present context for a comfortable as well as beneficial living?

Posted on: 2008-09-09

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It is said that success is the result of 99 per cent hard work and one per cent luck. That it is also said that 90 per cent perspiration and 10 per cent inspiration, while some even say 90 per cent of success is showing up. Would you agree with these sayings? Or disagree? Why?

Posted on: 2012-09-02

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The police have launched a special campaign to curb sexual harassment against women in public vehicles. Sexual harassment and other abuses against women are said to be punishable by law. What is your opinion on this campaign? Do you think it will be effective? How can we as public help this campaign be a success?

Posted on: 2012-08-26

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It is advised that one should not take medicines without the doctor's prescription, be it a minor or major illness. But most of us do not bother to consult a doctor or medical practitioner when we become ‘not-so-seriously’ ill. Do you think it is the right practice? Why? How often do you visit a doctor? What do you think has prevented us ...

Posted on: 2012-08-19

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With the start of the night bus service in the Valley, the Capital’s commuters have heaved a sigh of relief. But many have also raised questions on its continuity, security of people on the bus as well as when they wait for it on the streets at night, among others. What is your view on the service provided?

Posted on: 2012-08-12

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Many of you must have a friend or colleague with poor personal hygiene, who cares less about bad breath or body odour. It is never an easy task to tell someone s/he smells. How would you raise the issue about his/her hygiene with that friend or colleague? Suggest ways to deal with such a person.

Posted on: 2012-08-05

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We lament today that our kids do not play enough outside. They are either stuck with computer or video games or other entertainment indoors. What game comes to your mind when you think of your childhood and would you want kids today to play that game? Why? Give reasons.

Posted on: 2012-07-29

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Like the dream of all sportspersons is to participate in teh Olympic Games at least once in their life time, which one such prestigious event in the world would you like to take part in? Why? Give reasons.

Posted on: 2012-07-22

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Someone or something always influence us in some way or the other. At the crossroads of life, there is always something that makes us take a certain road in life and not any other. What has been that something — could be a book, a film, a person, a saying, someone’s words, anything — that has made you take that particular step in life? How ha ...

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Students often tend to cheat during examinations. For this very reason, the invigilators are there to prevent such deeds. But sometimes even the teachers, schools and guardians are ready to pay a handsome amount to get the questions in advance, mostly during important examinations, so that the students will pass with good marks. Do you think students will really benefit from such an act? What will such students learn when they see people they look up to breaking the rules? Given reasons.