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Being studious or good at studies is certainly not the ONLY characteristic of intelligence. Intelligence is a highly subjective term and encompasses mainly the cognitive faculties of the mind. At a more tangible level, it could include the capacities like -to think clearly and perceive the things/ideas/concepts as they are, to plan, reason, analyse and solve problems etc.

At a higher and more finer/intangible level, it could include such capacities like – creativity, emotional intelligence, charater and philosophical/spiritual wisdom.

I believe that intelligence is a process of continuous development from a basic ability to think that is present in every human being to its ultimate manifestation in attaining the spiritual wisdom! But that is a very long subject and may not be an appropriate forum to discuss here.

Well, as the D-day (21/12/2012??) is approaching nearer, this topic is gaining popularity. As the inherent nature and urge of all living beings is the continuity/eternity of Life, it naturally is a matter of concern to any ordinary human being. The indications towards the D-date (2012) find their basis, among others, from – Nostradamus predictions, Mayan Calendar, Bible, Buddhists and Hindu texts. To join them, of late, even some scientific experts are endorsing such predictions/possibilities of life on the earth coming to an end and there could be a number of potential causes to cause such massive destruction, like – a comet striking the earth, third World War which will most probably be a nuclear one, depletion of the ozone layer which can bring harmful radiations to earth, eruption of the great volcano, global warming causing increase in the sea level due to melting of all ice, polar shifts causing large changes in the earth’s magnetic field etc. etc.

Whatever be the time and cause for the D-day, I think we need to continue to live life without unduly bothering about all these things, yet contributing our little bit to prevent destruction at least from the man made causes.

I would say -” First improve/realise one’s self. If self improves/is realised, everything else will automatically fall in place.”

I believe Forgiveness is one of the great virtues of the Supreme (God) and there is no sin, howsoever big, that is not capable of being forgiven by God through the power of an earnest true prayer.

Life is everything.

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I also think so provided the human life on the earth continues for few more decades and is not annihilated by massive self destructive means or by the natural forces!

They have almost made it to the Semi-Finals. However, the final outcome is any body’s guess!

Got this A to Z of Life from a friend:

A to Z of LIFE

• Life is ADVENTURE dare it. • Life is BEAUTY worship it. • Life is CHALLENGE meet it. • Life is DREAM realize it. • Life is ENDURANCE cope with it. • Life is FRAGRANCE smell it. • Life is GAME play it. • Life is HEAVEN take it. • Life is INITIATIVE take it. • Life is JOURNEY complete it. • Life is KEROSENE burn it. • Life is LOVE enjoy it. • Life is MYSTERY unfold it. • Life is NAME find it. • Life is OPPORTUNITY catch it. • Life is PROMISE fulfill it. • Life is QUESTION answer it. • Life is REALITY face it. • Life is SONG sing it. • Life is TIME utilize it. • Life is URGE satisfy it. • Life is VOICE listen to it. • Life is WEALTH acquire it. • Life is QUESTION solve it. • Life is YEARNING go after it. • Life is ZENITH attain it.

For live scores, latest points, fixtures, statistics and all other information on IPL T20, cricinfo.com is a good site.

For live scores, latest points, fixtures, statistics and all other information on IPL T20, cricinfo.com is a good site.

The IPL 2009 is still in progress. I think the question should be corrected as – Winner of IPL T20 2008?

This table would require regular (on daily basis) updation until semi-finals stage.

I agree with you. Thanks for your comments.

Great essay with very good examples to support your argument! Well done.

(2) & (2)

Analogy: Answer is A, the words being antonym to each other.

PS: Answer is D (8)

Let b, g and c be the number of boys, girls and chairs respectively.

We have:

b + g = c + 1, and

b/2 + g = c – 3.

Subtracting the 2nd equation from 1st, we get -

b/2 = 4

Hence b (number of boys) = 8

It is given in Statement 2 that at 9.30 AM, 40% of “continuous rain” is more to come. Since it (“continuous rain”) started at 6.30 AM, it follows that “continuous rain” was seen/forecast till 11.30 AM. Since, the rain finally stopped 3 hours after it was seen continuous, it follows that it must have stopped at 2.30PM.

Hope, it is clear!

It is given that the rain was seen continuous at 3 hours before it really stopped. So, if it was seen continuous till 11.30 AM, it must have stopped at 2.30 P.M.

Yes, it was a bit confusing. I agree now that the answer should be C (19%).