LSAT India 2019 Application Form, Eligibility, Admit Card, Exam Pattern

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March 29, 2019

Law school admission test India or LSAT India is the national level law entrance examination. It is a test specially designed to test a student’s verbal reasoning and reading skills proficiency. Through LSAT India, candidates are granted admissions to BA LLB/ LLM programs offered in India and are accepted by 76 law colleges across the country.

Facts figures and highlights about LSAT 2019

Exam name	Law school admission test
Conducted by	Pearson VUE on behalf of law school of admission council
Mode of application	Online
Mode of exam	Offline
Courses offered	BA LLB/LLM
Official website	lsatindia@pearson.com

LSAT India 2019 exam dates

The filling of exam application form has already started and the process will last till 15^th May 2019. The exam will be conducted on 29^th May 2019 and the result for which will be declared on 10^th June 2019

LSAT India eligibility

There are no set rules for the eligibility criteria for the aspirants who are planning to appear for this exam and this criteria varies from institution to institution. It is the responsibility of the student to lookout for the instructions and follows them.

Some basic rules that apply to all the institutions are discussed below:

For BA LLB course the student must pass the 10+2 examination with minimum 45% marks

For LLB course the candidate possess a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 45% marks.

For LLM course the aspirants should have passed 3 years of LLB or 5 years of BA LLB with 45% marks.

How to register for LLB?

The application form for LLB is available on the official website of the exam for which the students need to login and fill in their required information correctly. A fee of Rs 3800 has to be paid to complete the registration process.

Here is a step by step explanation of the registration process:

Step 1: Visit the official website of LSAT

Step 2: Click on ‘Registration’ link and you will be redirected to a new screen and register to the site as a new user

Step 3: Once the registration is done successfully a verification link will be sent by the Pearson VUE to your email id.

Step 4: Re-login and start filling the application form. Enter all the required details like:

Personal Details – Candidate’s Name, DOB, Category, Nationality etc.
Contact Details – Mobile No., Email ID, Communication and Permanent Address
Academic Details – Choice of Program, Percentage in class 10^th and 12^th etc.

Step 5: Pay the application fee using either Debit Card/Credit Card.

Step 6: submit the form.

LSAT India 2019 admit card

All candidates will be able to download the hall ticket from LSAT India official website only and the same will not be sent via mail or post. In case you have any discrepancies than immediately contact the authorities.

The admit card can be downloaded between 16^th may to 21^st may 2019.

How to download the admit card?

To download the admit card all you need to do is to follow the given steps

Visit the official website and look for download admit card link
Enter your registration number and password
Click on submit, your card will come on the screen
Take out a printout of the same and carry it along to the exam center.

LSAT India exam pattern

The LSAT exam is conducted in English language in offline mode. Let’s take a quick look and the entire pattern of the exam and understand it in depth.

Mode of exam	Offline
Nature of questions	Multiple choice questions
Total number of questions	100
Number of sections	4
Exam duration	2 hours 20 minutes
Marking system	No negative marking

Now as we are aware of the general pattern of the exam let’s study about the section wise details

Section	Number of question	Time duration
Analytical reasoning	25	35 minutes
1^st logical reasoning	25	35 minutes
2^nd logical reasoning	25	35 minutes
Reading comprehension	25	35 minutes

LSAT India syllabus

Before you start preparing for the exam it is mandatory to go through the syllabus and then segregate your weaker points so that you can focus more on them.

Analytical reasoning section: this section consists of questions that reflect the kinds of complex analyses that a law student performs in the course of legal problem-solving.

Logical reasoning questions: The questions in this section are designed to assess a wide range of skills involved in thinking critically, with an emphasis on skills that are central to legal reasoning. These skills include drawing well-supported conclusions, or rules, identifying argument flaws, reasoning by analogy, determining how additional evidence affects an argument and applying principles.

Reading comprehension questions: The Reading Comprehension section has four sets of reading questions, each consisting of a selection of reading material, followed by four to nine questions that test reading and reasoning abilities.

LSAT India result

The LSAT India result will be declared on 10^th June 2019 for which the candidates need to login to the website and check their result. The declaration of the result is done in the form of test score and percentiles and this score is valid for 1 year only.

LSAT India centres

LSAT exam is conducted in 20 cities across the country. the locations are divided into four zones. While filling the form you will be asked about your center preference whre you will be required to reach 30 minutes before the exam.

The following table shows the different centres

Test Zone	Locations
East	Bhubaneswar, Kolkata, Ranch, Raipur
North	Chandigarh, Delhi (NCR), Jaipur, Lucknow
South	Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi
West	Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Mumbai, Nagpur

LSAT India counseling procedure

There are around 76 law schools which consider the LSAT score and conduct counseling for the same.
The only basis of consideration for counseling will be the percentile scores
Every college has their own procedure and fee which you have to lookout
The students who have successfully cleared the exam will be called by different colleges to attend the counseling session
A list of colleges will be released wherein the name of the colleges will be there from which you can decide which college you want to take admission in
Always keep in mind to select at least 5 to 6 colleges so that the seats get finished before your call you have other colleges in your mind.

Conclusion

With the growing number of pass outs every year the level of competition is also increasing and appearing for entrance exams is not a cake walk. You can only clear them when you have full preparation. Keep your mind clear and stable and start preparing for your goals and give them a good shot so that you clear it in one chance.

ALL THE BEST!!

Rajasthan Museums Part I

By

Arpita Chatterjee

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March 28, 2019

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Rajasthan is a traveller’s paradise, steeped in royalty to the hilt and renowned worldwide. Travellers from across the globe flock to this habitat of Raja-Maharaja to appreciate and understand its rich social tradition. Speckled with enthralling fascinations, Rajasthan is gifted with vivacious and rich traditions, fine art, culture and philosophy. Its royalty can be best known in its architectural wonders such as fortresses, castles, havelis, cenotaphs, caverns, mausoleums, mosques, as well as shrines. Dotting the desolateness of Rajasthan, the energetic culture of this eye-catching state, exquisitely exhibits in its fairs and commemorations, which are so multi-coloured and energetic that even the Rajasthan desert emanates active and guises like an escape of happiness, all through the festive season. Likewise rich in its delicious gastronomy, bewitching flora and fauna and incredible escapade, Rajasthan brags of its magnificent past.

Jaisalmer War Museum

Entree Fee: No

Position (City the monument/place is in): Rajasthan

Entry Timing: Monday to Sunday (9:00 AM – 6 PM)

Approx. visit duration: Summers and winters

Top Attractions of the monument/place: Intricately set-up by the Indian Army, in the memories of the gallant warriors in Indo-Pak War (1965) and Battle of Longewala (1971).

Details

This is one amongst the tourist places intricately set up by the Indian Army. Situated at the Military Station, it has a distance of about 10 kilometres from the city centre. The Jaisalmer War Museum is memorialised for the gallant act and martyrdom by the Indian armed forces, for the duration of the Indo-Pak War in 1965, besides Longewala Battle in 1971. The museum is hemmed in by widespread earthy lands, along with dust packed shrubberies, thus generating an environment that matches a war base-camp.

In the museum compound, a huge assemblage of war shields, medals, trophies and a number of other army weapons can be seen. To name one specifically, there is a 106 mm recoilless gun, which is supposed to be the chief anti-tank weapon, which was used for the duration of the Indo-Pak War. Jaisalmer War Museum, moreover, has two info display halls, termed as ‘Longewala Hall’ and ‘Indian Army Hall’, along with a cinematographic room featuring movies. The movie, moreover, airs a conversation with Major Kuldip Singh Chandpuri, the Maha Vir Chakra receiver, as he played a significant role through the battle of Longewala. Further, from all this, the museum exhibits the frescoes or murals of the Indian soldiers, who forwent their lives in defending the nation-state. Moreover, the Indian Air Force likewise donated a Hunter Aircraft, which was used for the duration of the 1971 Indo-Pak War, and that can be seen in the museum patio.

Vintage equipment like guns in the museum is on full display. But the visitors get attracted to the outdoors. One can have a very close look at the T-59 battle tank, that was contrived by the Chinese and used by Pakistan’s armed forces in 1971 Longewala Battle, a kind of the Soviet T-59 A tank. There is as well M4 Sherman T, the tank used by the United States all through World War II, this heavyweight device was used by the Pakistani troops counter in India.

The compound furthermore has a battle-truck termed P-15 Radar, This appliance was used by the Indian Army for the period of one of the wars, and is said to have 150 kilometres and can quest its aim up to 3 kilometres altitude. A different heavyweight machine identified for its dependable 105MM main gun placed permanently, and that is ‘Vijayanta’ Battle tank.

Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur

Rajasthan Museums Part I — By Sanyam Bahga

Entree Fee: No

Position (City the monument/place is in): Jaipur

Entry Timing: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Approx. visit duration: both summers and winters

Top Attractions of the monument/place: The place displays the rich heritage of art and craft, as well as the spiritual and cultural values of India.

Details

An arts and crafts centre, Jawahar Kala Kendra is located in the city of Jaipur. The centre is important for its close association with the city of Jaipur and of the nomenclature. In the year 1986, the centre was built and in 1991, the construction got completed. The state government launched the centre to cater the space to display the rich craft heritage, as well as the cultural and spiritual values of India. The centre is committed to the late Prime Minister of India, Shri Jawaharlal Nehru. This traditional centre for the city of Jaipur is devoted to the memory of India’s pronounced leader Shri Jawaharlal Nehru. Notions for the building, to be found in an exposed field, close to the university in a new portion of the city, shaped in Correa’s mind. However, it was not till 1986 that the notion for the edifice was confirmed.

Correa’s idea for the Kendra raises straight the unique ‘Navagraha’ or nine houses ‘mandala’. The idea of Jaipur city is grounded on the nine squares. The centre is made with eight blocks- housing, which is an arts centre, playhouses, public library, art exhibition room, canteen, hostel and studio. Artists and arts-loving people frequently occupy, along with numerous displays and recitals by local artists being shown in the centre.

The yearly festivals of traditional dance and music take place in the centre. Workshops of dance and music are catered by the centre. The place has a ‘beyond belief’ back-and-forth of light, colours, and shadow, thus arousing feelings in the user, while inviting him to move more. The space between flow as an account and alters the disposition of the user. But the overall flow, lacks the constant enclosed passageway, making the place inoperative, all through the summers and monsoons. The high parapets in the front, thus making the edifice surrounded, and it does not open up to the city. Nevertheless, in the edifice the actions are split but then combine to a varied mix of a number of social activities, taking place separately.

Bhartiya Lok Kala Kendra, Udaipur

Entree Fee: Yes (Adult- RS 25, Children – RS 15 and Foreigners – RS 40)

Position (City the monument/place is in): Udaipur, Rajasthan

Entry Timing: Monday – Sunday, from) 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Approx. visit duration: the whole year.

Top Attractions of the monument/place: A cultural institution, focusing on learning folk art, songs and the festivals of Rajasthan.

Details

Bharatiya Lok Kala Kendra is a cultural institution situated in Rajasthan, Udaipur district. This arts centre focuses on the learning folk art, philosophy, songs and festivities of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat, hence popularising and promoting the folk arts, dances and literature. The founder of the same was Mihir Chaudhury, in 1952. The institute consists of a gallery exhibiting the collection of folk objects from Rajasthan, similar to rural-attires, adornments, marionettes, façades, dolls, folk musical tools, folk divinities and portraits. There is also a theatre of the puppets, namely ‘Kathputli’, where puppet shows are taking place at fixed interims.

Bhartiya Lok Kala Kendra in Udaipur is an attention-grabbing site, which is situated near the Chetak Circle. It is one amongst the renowned arts centre or museums in Udaipur. It has an extraordinary assemblage of Rajasthani Folk objet d’art (artefacts). Local conveyance, for instance, private and state buses, auto-rickshaws, Tongas (horse deportments) and cabs, for the place can be found easily. The place can be called any time of the twelvemonth.

The Mewar district was in the times gone by, well – known for its art, literature and music. The local handiworks have, at all times been an article of curiosity for the connoisseurs of art. Forgetting the extraordinary pieces of art made, Bharatiya Lok Kal Kendra had taken the initiative to get hold of the same, in the form of an Institution. This institute would then endorse the artworks of the resident artists and craftsmen. Over here, all the products are put on the show for the analysis of the connoisseurs of art, as well as the sightseers.

The primary thing to be noticed by the visitors is the playhouse paraphernalia. In a neighbouring great hall, there is a praiseworthy assortment of musical tools. These tools are chiefly used by the ancestral or tribal people. Above and beyond these tribal adornments have likewise been exhibited. A puppet show business is similarly positioned inside the museum. The puppet show is a unique method of amusement in Rajasthan. As the Mewar Rajputs have at all times believed in their customs and philosophy, for them also, this was a significant means of show business.

Puppet shows are held at regular intervals here at the Bhartiya Lok Kala Museum. An exhibition of terra-cotta ‘devras’, henna handprints and others from the village of Molela (Nathwada) are situated on the opposite side of this theatre auditorium. Outstanding items of Rajasthan are gathered by Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal while taking the extra initiative. These include leather items and several other handicrafts that make Udaipur and Rajasthan unique along with the miniature paintings and sculptures.

Dolls Museum

Entree Fee: Yes. Indians – INR 10; Foreigners – INR 50; Indian students – INR 20; Children below the age of 12 – INR 5

Position (City the monument/place is in): Jaipur

Entry Timing: Wednesday to Monday, morning 9 to evening 5.

Approx. visit duration: Winter (November till March)

Top Attractions of the monument/place: Famous amongst children, for the dolls from various parts of the world.

Details

The land of heritage and culture, Jaipur is surrounded by museums all over the city. By visiting, museums around the city are the best way to enjoy the city. Numerous museums present here expresses the culture, heritage, royal lifestyle, war and others. There is also one amongst the others which attracts children’s attention – The Doll’s Museum. It is the most visited tourist destination. One can find dolls from all over the world, counting from different eras, along with the traditional puppet-doll of Rajasthan.

This museum was constructed in the 20th century in order to express the world’s culture with the aid of dolls, the dresses of the dolls, accoutrements of the dolls and so on and so forth. One can discover several dolls that express the country’s philosophy with diverse outfits from diverse parts of the nation like Maharashtra, Bengal, Gujarat, Assam, Kashmir, Punjab and others. You can find bridal dolls from Punjab, Mysore, Gujarat and Bengal. There are likewise dolls that display the outmoded dance practises, similar to ‘Kathakali’, ‘Odissi’, ‘Bharatnatyam’, ‘Kuchipudi’ and more.

One can similarly witness the dolls from various parts of the world like Germany, Malaysia, America, Mexico, Britain, Afghanistan, and Sweden and so on. There is new colonnade having dolls of children’s favourite heroes, comic strip characters. Moreover, the ‘English Puppet Gallery’ is likewise newly presented. This gallery has dolls displayed with just two inches in height.

The museum is situated just 4 km (approx.) from the heart of the city. The public buses from any part of the metropolis to Ram Niwas Bagh bus-stop or else Jawaharlal Nehru Marg bus-stop can be availed. From there, it is just a few minutes’ walks to the museum. One can also book a cab or hail an auto, from several parts of the metropolis.

Being an indoor activity, the museum has no problem with the seasons. It is at its prime beauty all through the year. If one wishes to visit Jaipur, then winter is the best time to choose.

A holiday at Rajasthan will certainly leave one enthralled!

All about Graduate record examination 2019

By

Megha Bali

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March 28, 2019

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With a lot of online exams and opportunities available for students to give it a try and study abroad GRE is considered as on of the toughest to crack. Let’s take a keen look on this test and get to know what it is all about.

About Graduate record examination 2019

GRE stands for graduate record exam which is a standard exam required for admission in graduate schools in the United States. The exam assesses your critical thinking, analytical writing, verbal reasoning and quantitative reasoning skills. More than a million students appear for this exam every year to apply for masters and doctoral courses abroad.

Facts about Graduate record examination 2019

Annual number of test takers	More than 5 lacs in 2017
Scores valid in	United States
Grade validity	5 years
Purpose	Admission in master’s and doctoral degree
Administered by	Educational testing service

Graduate record examination 2019eligibility

As the name suggests this exam is taken to get admission in the graduate schools abroad hence it is necessary that the aspirant must have completed the under graduate course to apply for this test. There is no set age limit by the administration department.

Types of Graduate record examination 2019

GRE exam is divided into 2 types:

Graduate record examination general test:

The general test is based to test your knowledge on verbal reasoning, quantitative ability and analytical writing skills. Most of the universities consider the score of the general test and maximum number of students applies for the same.

It is a computer based test with duration of 3 hours and 45 minutes and can be taken once in every 21 days.

Graduate record examination subject test:

This test is planned to assess your knowledge on a particular subject and is attempted by the students who want to apply for specialization in particular subjects. This test is conducted for microbiology, chemistry, literature, math, physics, and psychology. The GRE subject test is conducted on a fixed date like any other entrance exam.

It is a paper-based test and is conducted only thrice in a year in the months of September, October, and April.

Graduate record examination 2019 fees

The fees for is examination has to be paid in US dollars and it is not allowed to be paid in your local currency.

Australia	$230
China	$220
Nigeria	$220
Rest of the world	$205

Other charges

Late registration fees	$25
Standby testing	$50
Rescheduling fees	$53.90
Changing test center	$50
Additional score reports	$27
Score review	$50

Graduate record examination 2019exam pattern

GRE General Test and GRE Subject Tests both have different exam patterns. On one hand, GRE General Test assesses skills acquired through everyday learning overtime while on the other hand GRE Subject Tests measures the knowledge in a particular field of study.

Graduate record examination 2019 general test

This test is again taken in 2 parts computer-based pattern and paper-based pattern. Let’s have a look at both the patterns.

Computer-based test

This test is divided into 6 sections with a duration of 3 hours and 45 minutes.

Verbal reasoning section assesses your reading comprehension, critical reasoning, and vocabulary. The section consists of 2 parts with20 questions in each part.

Quantitative reasoning section is there to assess to mathematical knowledge in depth and is further divided into 2 parts comprising of 20 questions each with a time allotment of only 35 minutes per section.

Analytical writing part has 2 sections where you have to write essays on any given topic. This part has 2 questions and you will be given 30 minutes to complete it. Students are made to write an essay on 2 topics based on Analyze an issue and analyze an argument.

Paper-based test

This part is divided into six sections two sections each of Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning with a duration of 3 hours 30 minutes and a 10 minutes break after the second section.

Aspirants can attempt the VR and QR section in any order they wish. The analytical section has to be attempted first followed by the other two sections.

Graduate record examination 2019 subject test

The duration of GRE subject test is 2 hours and 50 minutes. This is a subject based test and comprises of 6 different subjects which a student can choose and apply for.

Biology has 190 questions from three major areas: cellular and molecular biology, organism biology, and ecology and evolution.

Chemistry has 130 multiple choice questions from all four traditional parts of chemistry and interrelationship models.

Literature part comprises of 230 questions in total based on the essay, the short story, the novel, criticism, literary theory, poetry, drama, biography and the history of English language

Mathematics consists of 66 questions from the entire undergraduate level syllabus

Physics has 100 questions in total aimed at clarity and in-depth knowledge of the subject by the aspirants

Psychology has 205 multiple choice questions from the core knowledge that covers the entire syllabus of undergraduate level

Graduate record examination result

All the candidates will receive an email from GRE about the declaration of the result which they can check by logging in to their respective accounts.

A copy of the scorecard is also sent within 15 days and for the paper test, it takes around 5 weeks. Additional GRE Score Reports can be requested by candidates online, via mail or fax by paying an additional charge of $27 which will be sent to the students within a week.

If you are not satisfied with your result than a score review can also be done by paying a fee of $50

GRE scoring system

Both the GRE tests have different scoring systems the details for which are discussed below:

GRE general test: The verbal reasoning and quantitative reasoning sections are given scores from 130-170 with a plus 1 on every correct answer and the analytical section has a range of 0-6 with half point increment.

GRE subject test: all the subjects have the same score range of 200 to 990 with 10 points increment except biology and psychology which have a range of 20-99 with 1 point increment

How to register for GRE?

There are 2 ways in which you can register for GRE in India

Online registration
Mail registration

Online registration

Candidates who are planning to fill their form online must have an ETS account or must make one.
Fill in all your details and do not forget to cross check them before submitting to avoid discrepancies in the future.
All payment options are accepted in filling the form
Online registration is not available for aspirants with disabilities and health-related needs.

Mail registration

Complete the Registration Form for the GRE Subject Tests and mail it with payment to the address printed on the form. The form must be received at ETS by the registration deadline. Allow four weeks for processing.

After your mail registration has been processed

You will receive a confirmation mail which will have all the details related to exam date, venue, time.

You might also be asked to provide a voice sample and photo, refusing to which will lead to cancellation of your registration

Conclusion

After reading this article I hope you must be clear about the GRE exam and its major points. Now get ready and start preparing for your attempt and come out with flying colors.

ALL THE BEST!!

Life after graduation in Australia

By

Megha Bali

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March 28, 2019

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Australia is known as the pool of education where student from across the world come for their higher studies. The department of immigration in Australia allows the foreign students to stay in the country after the completion of their studies for a period of 18 months. This period can be utilized in learning English language skills and gain work experience unlike in other countries where the students are told to leave once they finish their studies and have to apply for the visa again.

There are a lot of options that you can lookout for once you have completed your graduation in the country

Complete further studies

While some students can opt for post graduation some can look out for job opportunities. The first thing that you must keep in mind is the visa validity. If you plan to continue with the studies in the country then you must have enough funds to pay your fees and other expenses related to student visa and health cover. You must also keep in mind the last date of form submissions of your preferred course that you are planning to opt after your graduation

Benefits of pursuing further studies in Australia

Once you have completed your graduation in the country it is always a better option to opt for post graduate courses to increase your qualification and brush up your skills for a better job.

If you plan to pursue further education in the country than it will enhance your personality and leadership skills

Australian institutes are the best when it comes to excellence in every area of study

You will be provided with on the job internships for an in-depth knowledge in the industry of your preference

Students will also get an opportunity to permanently work with the multinational companies in Australia.

Most preferred post graduate courses in Australia

Some of the best post graduate courses that you can apply for are discussed here. Take a quick look and opt for the best ones before the due date to avoid late fee charges.

Engineering and technology:

Amazing research programs, steady work possibilities, practical knowledge and on the job trainings are some of the major points that make studying post graduation in engineering and technology a must from Australia. The University of Melbourne and the university of South Wales are the most preferred ones by the students when it comes to PG courses.

Management:

Australia is known for its management courses all across the globe because of the best faculty, amazing practical knowledge, detailed curriculum and on the job training with excellent job placements. If you have completed your graduation with commerce background then my friend simply enrolls yourself for the management courses and do not think twice!!

Computer science and information technology:

The wide advancements in the technology every day with new innovations and techniques make this course a must enroll one if you are a tech lover. The Australian institutes offer a wide range of software courses in the field of information technology with specialization in a different language.

Education:

ursue a career in education and give wings to your creativity. A teacher is a person for whom the sky is the limit and it is proven right in the country with more than 250 options to pursue your education career and also get a chance to join reputed colleges and schools to teach right after completion of your course.

Return to the home country

If you are planning to return back to your motherland then my friend it is not going to be very easy as after living in Australia for years you are surely going to miss the place and relocating is going to take a lot of time. You will need to cancel all services such as electricity, bank accounts, superannuation and mobile phone; pay final bills; sell any large items that you can’t take home with you; and finish your lease and hand back the keys to your landlord.

Extend your stay in Australia

If you are not willing to pursue further studies but are willing to stay in the country then there are a lot of temporary visa options available that you can avail from the immigration department and enjoy travelling around.

Working holiday: if you are between 18 to 30 years of age then you can apply for working holiday visa wherein you will be allowed to travel and work for a period of 12 months.

Gain professional work experience: engineering, accounting and computer science students can apply for this program which has duration of 12 months wherein you will be provided all sort of professional knowledge. Students who are planning to settle permanently in Australia will find this program the most beneficial one because the one who complete this get extra 5 points in the skilled working visa

Travel: not in a mood to work or study further than simply pack your bags and get ready to travel across the country and enjoy some beautiful sites. Australia is a diverse land of culture and vegetation simply grab a travel visa and join any travelling group to enjoy a break from everything.

Apply for working visa: once you have completed your studies you will have to leave the country and if you are not in a mood to do so than apply for working visa and lookout for job opportunities to brush up your skills and gain work experience. Your current employer can also sponsor a visa under employer nomination scheme.

Apply for temporary visa: the temporary visa will allow you to extend your stay for up to 18 months in the country. You can spend this period by travelling, working or brushing up your language skills that will help you in further education or at work.

Apply for permanent residency: many international students enjoy so much in Australia that they plan to settle permanently here so that they can work in the country. to apply for the permanent visa you need to visit the immigration department and apply for a permanent visa.

Conclusion

Many students land up at the right place in Australia and settle there with a decent job and handsome salary. It all depends on the research you have done and what aim you have in your mind. Start preparing and enjoy your stay in the country by engaging yourself in different things and who knows you might get a permanent visa and settle there permanently.

Top 10 Countries Of The World With Similar Flags

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Shubhi Srivastava

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March 27, 2019

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A country’s national flag is symbolic of its culture, principles, and ideology. Every country’s citizens swell with pride when they see their national flag fluttering high in the sky. Now, every country’s flag is a unique symbol of its ideology. But there 195 countries in the world. There are only so many unique designs the flag designers can come up with. Hence there are many countries in the world that are poles apart from one another, but their flags are as similar as Vin Diesel and Paul Vincent. Or maybe Donald Trump and Garfield.

So here is a list of top 10 countries with flags so eerily similar that you can’t tell which is which-

Romania and Chad

Top 10 Countries Of The World With Similar Flags — SOURCE- QUORA

Romania is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, resplendent with snowy peaks and flowery bowery valleys. It is also one of the most prosperous countries in the world. Romania is the birthplace of espresso coffee and Count Dracula. It is also home to the world’s most colorful cemetery and the world’s heaviest building.

On the other hand, Chad is a small country in Africa which is almost entirely covered by the Sahara Desert. Chad is the seventh poorest country in the world, with 87% of the population below the poverty line. Where Romania’s 4G internet speed is faster than even the USA’s, Chad’s population only listens to the radio. No TV, no Internet. But when it comes to their flags, you just can’t tell which is which. The only difference between the two flags is int eh brightness of hues. Chad’s flag has brighter hues of yellow, red and blue as compared to Romania’s.

Indonesia and Monaco

Everything about Indonesia is big. It is home to the world’s biggest flower Rafflesia, the world’s largest lizard (Komodo Dragon), world’s largest gold mine, world’s largest volcanic lake, and world’s largest Buddhist Temple. Apart from that, Indonesia has the biggest living population of Muslims and the biggest population of people below the age of 30. Indonesia itself is the fourth largest country in the world and the world’s largest archipelago.

On the other hand, Monaco, and everything about the country is as small as Indonesia is big. Monaco is the second smallest country in the world. It is so small that you can cover the entire length of the country in under an hour just by walking. Monaco neither has its own airport, nor its own defense force. If it has anything, it is casinos (Monaco’s primary source of income), and Catholic churches. But as much as these countries are different, their flags are as similar. The two flags are alike in every way, except for their length. Honestly, who can spot such a minute difference, especially if the flags are seen individually?

Qatar and Bahrain

If you are keen on international politics, then you will know that Qatar and Bahrain have been at loggerheads ever since the 19th Century. Bahrain is a small country in the Persian Gulf, and 500 km away is Qatar, a peninsula country only separated from Bahrain by a narrow isthmus. But this isthmus isn’t the only thing that separates the two countries. It’s also their ideologies and the cold war between them.

At first, the Qatar-Bahrain War of 1868 strained their relationships. When this issue subsided, then land disputes over Hawar Islands, Qirat Jaradah and Zubarah started. The disputes were finally sorted out, and both the countries established good diplomatic relations, if not become the best of friends. But after Qatar allegedly violated the GCC agreement between them in 2014, the atmosphere became hostile again. Finally, in 2017, Bahrain ended all diplomatic relations with Qatar, and now even airplanes from Qatar are banned in Bahrain.

With such a huge list of disputes between both countries, it’s surprising how they haven’t fought over the similarity between their flags. Qatar and Bahrain have almost similar flags, except for a slight difference in color and number of points at the serrated edge. Qatar’s flag is maroon, while Bahrain’s is red. Also, Qatar’s flag has 9 points at the serrated edge, whereas Bahrain’s flag has 5.

New Zealand and Australia

Both these countries are unmatchable when it comes to their cricket teams, their beauty, and their friendship. New Zealand is a small island country where only 5% of the population consists of humans- rest all are animals. It is one of the three countries in the world which has two national anthems. New Zealand is the only country in the world with absolutely no snakes, and where high schools have permission to perform nuclear tests in laboratories with radioactive elements like uranium and thorium.

Around 5000 km away from this weird country of kiwis is Australia, the world’s smallest continent and largest island. It boasts of a top-notch cricket team, unique mammals like the kangaroo and the platypus, and the exquisite Great Barrier Reef. Australia and New Zealand’s friendship gives tough competition to that of Rachel and Monica’s from F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Maybe that’s the reason why their flags are so eerily similar. If you’re not a flag expert, you will definitely get confused between their flags. The difference is only between the number and color of the stars on the flags. Australia’s flag has 6 white stars, 5 on the side and one below the Union Jack. On the other hand, New Zealand has only 4 stars on the side, all of which are red with white borders.

Niger and India

Niger is one of the poorest and most underdeveloped nations in the world. Nothing much is significant about this African country, except that it is home to the world’s cleanest and third longest river Niger. It is also called “the Frying Pan of the world” because of its unbearably hot climate. Niger is almost entirely covered by the Sahara desert, and landlocked by seven other countries.

India, on the other hand, is one of the world’s fastest developing nations and fast-increasing economy. It is a beautiful peninsula country in South-East Asia with every kind of terrain possible. India has pristine beaches, some of the world’s highest mountain peaks, hot deserts, rugged plateaus, ten perennial rivers (more than a hundred seasonal rivers), and a lake in almost every state. This Asian country has contributed a lot to the world, be it in terms of science and technology, or world economy and resources. India gave the world the number “zero”, the world’s first diamonds and diamond mines. The discovery of water on the moon is also attributed to India. India also introduced to the world the concept of shampoos and granulated sugar.

But again, the flags of these two countries are as similar as the countries are different. Both flags are tricolor- saffron, white, and green. But where India has the blue Ashoka Chakra in its middle, Niger’s flag has a saffron-colored circle (symbolic of the sun) instead.

Mind-boggling, isn’t it?

All about belling the CAT 2019

By

Megha Bali

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March 27, 2019

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If you are planning to pursue management studies from a dignified institute then the first major obstacle that you need to clear is the CAT exam and to bell, this CAT is not an easy task. With an increasing number of aspirants appearing every year the level of competition is also increasing and the question paper is becoming tougher day by day.

Let’s take a quick look at some major highlights about the CAT 2019 and get ready to make it a cake walk.

What is CAT?

CAT is a national level aptitude examination for MBA, PGDM and postgraduate management courses. The examination is held in 2 sessions and is mainly held for all IIM institutes in India.

Facts about CAT

Hosted by	India institutes of management
Mode of examination	Online
Official website	www.iimcat.ac.in
Eligibility	Graduation with 50%
Courses offered	MBA and PGDM
Duration of exam	3 hours
Sections in exam	3

Eligibility and fees for CAT 2019

The CAT exam will be held in the month of November this year and candidates with a graduation degree with 50% mark and apply for this examination. The application form for the same will be available from the second week of August 2019 with fees of Rs 1800 for general category students and Rs 900 for other categories

Students who are appearing for their final year exams can also apply for CAT 2019

Candidates who have a graduate equivalent degree can also apply for the exam

Understanding CAT 2019 exam pattern

The first thing that you must be aware of before appearing for any exam is its pattern. Let’s take a keen look at the pattern of CAT exam.

CAT is an online exam and is held in two sessions with a duration of 180 minutes where both objective and subjective questions are asked.

Total of 100 questions is asked with 3 marks for each correct answer and a minus 1 for every wrong answer.

The examination has a total of 3 sections: verbal ability and reading comprehension, data interpretation and logical reasoning and quantitative ability

CAT 2019 selection procedure

All the institutes that take the CAT score have their own criteria but a sectional cut off is released to make it clear whether you have cracked the exam or not.

Once you have cleared the CAT exam you need to appear for the group discussions, written ability tests, and personal interviews

In the written ability round students are given an essay to write on any topic for which a duration of 30 minutes is given.

In the group discussion, groups of 8 to 10 members are made and a topic is given to discuss.

The last round is the personal interview where a panel of 4-6 judges is there who will judge whether you are fit for the course or not.

After all the rounds have been conducted the institutes publish their final merit list and the students are offered courses based on this list.

How to fill the CAT application form?

Go through the guidelines given below to fil your registration form.

Registration

Login to the official website and register as a new user where you will be made to make a profile

Enter all your necessary details like: name, age, phone number etc.

Once you submit you will receive an OTP on your registered mobile number to verify your profile

Once verified, an email will be sent to you that will contain a username and password. Login with the credentials provided to complete your registration process.

Filling the form

Login with the username and password you received on your mail id

Enter all the information required regarding your educational qualification etc correctly and cross check them with the information on your papers too

Candidates will also be required to upload their passport size photograph, category certificate band signature

Do not forget to recheck the details entered by you to avoid discrepancies later on and finally click save and submit

Payment procedure

Once everything is submitted the final step is making the payment

The fees can be paid only via online methods using debit/ credit cards, net baking or virtual wallets

You need to enter the details required for the payment and do not forget to save the receipt as a proof of payment made

Once done a confirmation mail will be sent to your id which you need to take a print out and keep it with you on the examination day

CAT 2019 admit card

The CAT 2019 admit cards are issued to the candidates who have successfully submitted their forms on time. The admit cards are released in the month of October and can easily be downloaded from the official site of CAT.

** no admit cards are sent to your home via post so stay in touch and well updated about the admit card details

Carry yourCAT 2019 admit card to the hall as you will not be allowed to enter the exam center premises without the card.

How to prepare for CAT 2019?

With almost ample amount of time in your hands to prepare for the exam, you would be better than you start focusing on your reading skills and read a lot if your want to excel in the exam. Reading will not only improve your verbal skills but will also help you in solving comprehensions and will help you in grammatical errors.

Let’s take a look at some major steps that we can do to bell the CAT successfully this year

Practice is the key to success

Practice as many papers as you can. Solve model test papers and go through the last 10-year exam papers. Lookout for sample papers available on the internet and solve them. keep a timer in front of you to track your speed and work on your weaker points.

Do not waste your time in questions you are not sure and move ahead so that you can save enough time to the subjective part.

Coaching for CAT 2019

There are a lot of institutes that offer full-time courses that are helpful in cracking the examination. You can also opt for crash courses that last for 15 days or can also enroll in the institutes just to get the study material for CAT

Conclusion

I hope this post has given you an ample amount of information about CAT 2019 and you will be completely satisfied and all ready to go and crack the score and come out with flying colors.

How to Keep a Youthful Skin for Life?

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Anamika

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March 27, 2019

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Getting older is a fact of life, and nobody can stop this process; one more fact is that as you grow older, your skin begins to change. However, we cannot stop this natural process, but we can try out ways to keep youthful skin for life. By adopting some habits, you can maintain your skin to look soft and supple and can get a youthful sin for life:

1. Wash to avoid damage

Don’t avoid washing your face before going to bed as neglecting to wash your face will build up dirt and oil on the skin which are the leading causes of skin damages. Just because you are tired or else exhausted, you should not miss out to cleanse. To get youthful skin for life, this is the first tip which you should follow all through your life and you can buy variety of face wash according to your skin type by using NNNOW Coupons at discounted prices. You can also put a packet of face wipes by your bed to cleanse your skin whenever you find it needs.

2. Moisturizing

Using a good moisturizer is what your skin needs to boost its cell regeneration. Using best night cream to moisturize your skin at night is the best way to pamper it. This is the best skin care tip that you should follow to get youthful skin for life. Keep in mind to avoid sulphates too as it strips your skin of natural oils and will leave behind dry, flaky as well as itchy skin. You should choose the skin products that do not contain sulphates, parabens along with silicones.

3. Exfoliate and massaging

Exfoliating your skin is very essential if you want a youthful skin for life. Removing dead skin will enhance the speed of skin renewal. Exfoliating twice a week will do wonders to your skin. Don’t forget to massage your face daily to boost up the collagen production. It will help you to make your skin plumper and ultimately promote clear and youthful skin.

4. Eat skin friendly and balanced diet

It‘s very much essential to consume a balanced diet if you want to stay youthful for life. You should wisely choose the foods which are best for you. Following a skin, friendly diet plan will help you a lot with this, and for this, you should include foods that have anti-aging properties. Have blueberries, strawberries as well as blackberries to promote collagen production and to prevent wrinkles. To maintain your youthful glow, you should eat certain specific vegetables such as avocados and also avoid eating foods that are high in fat and sugar.

5. Stay hydrated

Try to stay hydrated as when you don’t drink at least eight glass of water daily your skin will show up dry and flaky patches and which will ultimately make you look older. You can drink water in many forms as you can sip juices to make your routine much tastier. You should also try out hydrating rose water mist to make your skin more supple and fresh.

6. Manage stress levels

Yes, stress damage your skin, as the time you are under chronic pressure your body speed up cortisol production which leads to skin damage. Your stress is responsible for damage collagen as well as elastin and also reduces the skin’s ability to repair by itself. To get youthful skin for life manages your stress levels and this can be done by exercising on a regular basis. Indulge yourself in yoga, brisk walking or else Tai Chi to get benefits out of it. You can also try out 30 minutes walking, or a few yoga poses to stay fit and beautiful.

7. Sleep well

As per many experts skin repair itself overnight and to get this done, you should sleep for at least eight hours at night. Keep in mind that enough deep sleep your skin will repair itself by undo daily damage and lack of sleep will offer you overall body stress mode and which will release stress hormones. To get adequate eight hours to sleep at night, you should shut down your electronic gadgets and always try to sleep at your back.

Aging is a natural process, and we cannot stop it, so we can start taking good care of the skin to stay youthful for life. Good skin habits can guarantee you naturally healthy, radiant as well as youthful skin.

8. Limit sun exposure

Limit sun exposure and protecting skin by applying sunscreen is a must. You should apply skin products that contain titanium dioxide or else zinc oxide. Keep a note that your sunscreen should have SPF of 30 or it can be higher too as it will work best for you. Moreover, you can buy sunscreen of different brands by using Nykaa Coupon Code at affordable prices. To avoid sun damage, you can also wear a hat along with long sleeves shrug specifically between 10 to 1 when the rays are most damaging and are strongest.

All you need to know about TOEFL

By

Megha Bali

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March 27, 2019

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For aspirants who dream of settling abroad or who are planning of pursuing their career in foreign countries the first step towards getting visa is to crack the TOEFL exam. It is a test conducted to test your English knowledge that gives a clear picture of your ability to read, write and understand the native language.

About TOEFL

Test of English as a foreign language is a standardized test taken to check the ability of non-native candidates who are willing to get the visa to apply in English speaking universities. The test actually helps you to improve your knowledge with the language so that you can comfortably communicate and express your thoughts.

What is TOEFL	Test of English as a foreign language
Knowledge tested	Reading, listening, speaking and writing
Eligibility criteria	Non native English speakers
Purpose	To test the ability and proficiency
Score validity	2 years
Grades used by	More than 10,000 universities in 130 countries

How to register for the test?

You can register for the test by mail, phone or can apply online. Read below to understand the process to enroll for the test and fill your form.

Registration online

Online registration for TOEFL can be done anytime. Be sure when you enter all your necessary information as it must match with the proof that you will carry along to the test center at the time of your examination.

All payment methods are accepted online and you can also make your payment using your paypal account or e-cheque if you have an account in any of the US based banks.

Registration must be made at least 7 days before the exam

Registration via mail

If you are planning to fill your form via e-mail then you must keep some important points in your mind.

You need to download the registration form from the official site. Double check all the spellings as they must be same as mentioned in your identity proof.

Make sure that your form is completed and submitted at least 7 days before the examination date failing to which you will not be allowed to appear for the same

All the candidates will receive a confirmation call once their form is accepted, if you do not receive any call then try and call the location office where you mailed the form to avoid rejection.

If you are going to appear for the examination outside US then make sure to make your payment through RRC. The details for this payment method can be found on the official site of TOEFL.

Registration via phone

Visit the TOEFL site and lookout for the regional registration number for your location.

Once you are connected on the call be very clear in your spellings and spell each and every word very carefully to avoid any mistakes.

All payment methods are accepted so you won’t face any issues regarding the same.

**double check all your spellings on the call to avoid any discrepancies when you appear at the exam center.

TOEFL scores and exam pattern

The result is not declared in pass or fail manner but each candidate is given a score which is valid for 2 years. The test has 4 sections: reading, listening, speaking and writing and each section consists of 30 scores.

There is no maximum limit set to the number of times you can appear for the test but there must be a gap of 12 days between your attempts.

How to prepare for TOEFL?

TOEFL is a test that will judge your ability with English language in all aspects and then only will be your savior if you are well versed with the language. There are no hard and fast rules to prepare for the test but yes you can make it a cake walk if you keep these points in mind.

Read and listen to NEWS:

Listening to NEWS will really help you brush up your language skills a lot and will also be helpful when you will attempt the reading and listening section of your test. Try to follow as mush American news channels as possible to get the heck on your skills.

Converse with native English speakers

With internet in your hands the world is your canvas!! Make some new friends who are native English speakers and converse with them as much as possible this will not only improve your vocabulary but will also help you with the speaking section of the test.

If you are shy or reserve in making new friends then you can also opt out for vocal video classes where you and get vocal lessons and can brush up your skills.

Register with a language learning app or website

Learning English is fun with the language learning apps available easily these days. one of the most preferred app out there is duolingo. The app uses an interactive interface to keep you interested and helps in improving vocabulary to intermediate level.

If you love to watch video then you must register with the Englishcentral app which provides videos from experts that are useful in improving spoken English to a great extent.

Be well aware of the TOEFL test format

To attempt any test it is very important that you are well aware of the pattern and know which portion has to be given how much time. It is very essential to know how many questions will be asked, what type of questions will come, how much time will be provided so that you do not go blank the moment the bell rings.

Let’s take a quick look on the structure of the exam

Go through practice papers

Practice papers do pay an essential role in making you understand the structure of the exam and will also help you in understanding the type of questions that will be asked. It improves your speed and once you will get your hands on it will also boost your confidence.

You can download practice papers from different websites where they are available for free and can also lookout for paid papers on official site of TOEFL.

Carefully analyze your mistakes and target your weakness

Once you are all set with your practice papers, start self analyzing yourself. Target your week areas and pay extra attention on them. Practice again and again so that some silly mistakes do not hamper your performance on the big day.

You can lookout for recorded lectures, sample vocal videos or can also visit your nearby test centers to get practice material. There are a lot of institutes that provide coaching to TOEFL aspirants. Visit them and enroll yourself for a crash course.

TOEFL eligibility criteria and fee structure

There are no fixed eligibility criteria to appear in this exam just that you must be a non native English speaker and of 16 years of age or more. The judging panel has not kept any hard and fast eligibility rules as this is a simple language proficiency test that is given by candidates who are willing to settle or study abroad

Fees structure for TOEFL

The fees structure for this test varies for different locations. If you are filling your form from India then your fees for this test is $170 apart from which there are other charges like late fee etc.

Fees structure	Amount
Exam fees	$170
Late fees	$40
Rescheduling	$60
Score review	$80

Conclusion

Now you must be well aware of the exam and the details needed. Get ready and buckle up yourself and start preparing to come out with flying colors and grab that visa for a bright future. Do not get disheartened if you do not make it in the first attempt and keep practicing as practicing is the key to success

ALL THE BEST!!

IELTS, what! Why! and how?

By

Megha Bali

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March 26, 2019

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Planning to settle abroad or ready to pursue higher education in distant countries? Then you must be well trained enough to clear the IELTS exam. IELTS is a standardized examination to test your English language proficiency and is jointly managed by the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and Cambridge Assessment.

Why IELTS?

A lot of students and get confused whether why do they have to apply for IELTS and what is the importance of this examination. The simple answer to this question is that foreign universities and visa agencies need to be sure whether you are well versed with the language of that country or not and how will you be able to communicate.

About IELTS

Score/grade validity	2 years
Score/grade range	0 to 9, 0.5 band increments
*Valid in*	More than 140 countries
*Annual number of test takers*	*More than 3 million in 2018*
Knowledge tested	*Listening, reading, writing and speaking of the English language*
*Purpose*	To assess the English language proficiency of non-native English speakers

IELTS is an English language exam that is required to be taken by international candidates considering studying or working in a country where English is used as the primary language.

To give an attempt for this examination your age must be 16 or above and you must have a valid passport. A candidate can apply for the examination if you are planning to study in UK/Australia/Canada/New Zealand/USA or if he/she is a medical professional, planning to work or study further in UK/Australia/USA.

Is IELTS compulsory?

No IELTS is not compulsory and a lot of universities do not even consider the score of the examination but if you have not applied for the examination then your chances of getting a student visa might hamper as the visa officers may not be convinced about your English proficiency without IELTS scores.

How to prepare for IELTS?

IELTS is not a rocket science and can be cleared easily if you keep some important points in your mind before giving it a shot.

Understand the test format

To start preparing for IELTS you must make yourself with the pattern of the examination, the questions asked and the rules and regulations.

Practice with sample test questions

Going through sample test materials and last year questions is always very helpful and also gives you an idea about the questions that will be asked.

Official IELTS practice material

There are official CD’s available in the market from which you can study last year’s exam papers and can also get your hands on new and revised questions to crack this examination like a cake walk. The study material is also available on the Cambridge university site or you can also visit the test centers personally and grab a copy of study material from there.

Consider a preparation course

If you want to get assistance in your preparation then you can easily enroll in different courses held at the IELTS centers and language schools. Visit your nearest center and apply as soon as possible so that you can get maximum time to prepare before the big day!!

How many times IELTS exam is conducted in a year?

IELTS examination is held many times in a year. As the test is offered up to 48 times a year it can be taken by candidates at their convenience to meet their individual admission / deadline requirements. The result of IELTS is not declared as pass or fail but they declare it in a proper graded manner.

Candidates are given grades according to their performance ranging from 1 to 9 for each consisting of – Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. The results combined from all four sections will then reflect your final score which will be declared within 13 days and is valid for 2 years.

Each year thousands of students fill their forms to apply for universities in USA and if you are one of them then you must keep in mind that if you want to be ahead of the crowd then you must apply for IELTS as it double your chances of getting a student visa very easily.

All you need to know:

There are more than 3400 institutes in USA who consider IELTS as a compulsory score.

Take a quick tour and do proper research before applying in any of the colleges as there are many institutes like British council that also provide scholarships to the students.

If you are planning to study or settle in Canada then consider IELTS to be you first step towards attaining your goals. The test scores are considered by the Citizenship and Immigration department of Canada and are also compulsory in all 340 universities across the country.

Points to keep in mind for IELTS in CANADA

IELTS is considered the first major score that is checked by all the universities in the country to make sure that you will be well versed and understanding by the localities over there.

This exam score is also important if you are applying for immigration to Canada as it acts as a proof of as proof of English language proficiency for express entry and for Quebec-selected skilled workers.

You must clear all four sections of the examination with a minimum score of 1.0 to be eligible to apply in the country.

Top places to study for the IELTS examination

IELTS is not just about checking your English ability but it is also the first major step that you have to clear if you want to achieve your dreams. There are a lot of test centers and institutes that provide classes and sessions that are helpful in cracking the score.

Let’s’ take a quick look at some top institutes that will help you beat the score very easily

British Council: one of the oldest and the most loved institute offers free resources, best expert advice, convenient test dates, easy booking and best results to all its students.

Jamboree: with centres in almost all major cities in India and neighboring countries this institute covers all aspects and sections of the exams along with mock test, real-life scenarios and extra expert support and guidance to help you get the best scores.

Camford academy: a well known name for all IELTS aspirants this institute offers a full fleged 2 months course and also has some crash courses varying from 1 week to 3 weeks.

IELTS exam syllabus

IELTS is divided into 4 sections: reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Reading: The reading module consists of three texts of general interest with issues which are for candidates entering postgraduate or undergraduate courses and is followed 40 questions that have to be answered in 30 minutes. The questions asked are of different types ranging from multiple choice sentence or summary completion, identifying data for short-answer questions, matching lists or phrases and identifying writer’s’ views/attitudes.

Listening: The Listening module is divided into four sections in which you will be given conversations to listen and then interpret your observations. The first two conversations will be directly related with social needs, while the last two will be with situations more closely related to education. A variety of question types will be asked on the conversations like multiple choice, short-answer questions, notes completion, sentence completion etc.

Writing: short essays, general reports and speech all together form the writing section of the exam. This section has 2 questions that have to be attempted in 60 minutes and are divided in the form of 2 tasks.

Speaking: As the name suggests this section will be a personal interview and will be totally focused on the way you present yourself. It will reflect your communication skills and knowledge.

Conclusion

Hurry up and get ready to clear this exam and fly away to accomplish your dreams and to build a better career. Register yourself for the course in your preferred institute and start preparing for the upcoming IELTS examination date.

Foldable Smart Phones

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SANJETHA

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March 26, 2019

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Mobile technologies in recent have advanced extravagantly in all quarters like display, processor, battery backup, camera and security applications. These recent advancements in mobile technologies have not only increased the competition amongst top cellular companies but also has lured and confused the buyers into purchasing the best brand available in the market.

Foldable Smart Phones:

This recent technology which has been developed has taken everyone by amusement. Some people have even described it as one of the pioneer technology achievement in cellular technology. Although this technology was assumed to be off the books for some illogical reasons which were found to be impossible to create such technology, mobile companies have finally cracked the nut in changing this technology dream become a reality.

These foldable smartphones are just the doppelgangers of the smartphones which we use, with some out of the box features. The out of the box features of these foldable smartphones can be recognized by their large display literally of the size of a table phone, but the cliché here is that these phone can be folded, hence the name foldable smartphones. The other features such as the audio jack, camera, and the power buttons as placed in the areas similar to those of a regular phone.
Many people have been a victim of the false news that Samsung is the first company to release the first foldable smartphone, but in reality, an unknown company called the Royole Corporation released the first working prototype of this foldable smartphone named Royole Flexpai. Since the working prototype of this company failed to impress many and looked uglier, the phone released by Samsung called the Infinity Flex Display which had better features than the former impressed many and became famous everywhere.

What was the need for a Foldable Smart Phone?

Many interesting upgrades have been happening in the cellular industry sector, for example, the in-display fingerprint scanner, pop-up cameras, fast charging setups, wireless charging setups, notch displays, and the list keeps growing on. But there was a need for an exciting upgrade in the area pertaining to the display of the phones. With the era of applications in phones increasing day by day, there needed to be a subjective change in the display to expand the workspace of the phone to accommodate enough applications required by the user in single screen rather than shuffling across multiple screens.

That’s where the idea of foldable smartphones sprang as this upgrade would attract the buyers because of its structural as well as functional characteristics. So this upgrade in the cellular sector was considered to be a fruitful deal as it provided a flexible smartphone which eases out the work of the user as well as bringing valuable rewards to the company.

How does a Foldable Smart Phone work?

If the working of a foldable smartphone can be described simply in a sentence it can be explained in this way; it works like a tablet when its not folded i.e. when it is open, and it works like a phone which easily fits your pocket when it is folded, i.e., when it is closed. This conversion of phone to tablet can be done quickly by the means of a foldable smartphone.

It was customized by a bigger battery, because of the more prominent display it houses which upheld the need of a bigger battery else the phone would fail. The phone’s design was similar to a flip cover which we use for a regular smartphone; some companies have even gone for a more ergonomic design to attract a number of buyers. The display of the phone is divided into two sectors which when the phone is opened can be worked on easily. Other features such as the camera and the functional buttons where placed accordingly.

Advantages of a Foldable Smart Phone:

Flexible Form Factor

Based on the design considerations from the manufacturer, a foldable smartphone can be folded thrice or twice. It can even be folded left to right or top to bottom depending on the design opted by the company. It offers a lot of mobility to the buyer as the phone which can be folded into small parts can be kept in your pocket when not in use, and used as a tablet when in use. If offers a lot of convenient options to the buyer, as he can store it where ever he wants depending on the options available to him. That’s a pretty flexible deal right?

Bigger Work Space

Most of the users or consumers moved from a phone to a laptop mainly due to one reason. And the reason is they need a bigger workspace to work on. It essentially means that the display should be more prominent, as the user can lay his eyes upon various other windows or areas where he can focus. That’s like he can work on multiple sectors in a single window.

Imagine a phone which is able to provide you a bigger display similar to your laptop or tablet. We can picture the foldable smartphone here, right? That’s another advantage of using a foldable smartphone. But we cannot tell that the whole problem can be sorted out with this advantage, but the problem can be covered or solved up to a bigger extent.

Like for an example, the display of a foldable smartphone is big enough to house one part of the document which can be used for the purpose of editing or typing and on the other part the keyboard or the tool box can be opened or placed. Similarly, a photo editing application can be opened on one part of the screen, and the other part can accommodate the tools or the colouring kits. This calls for an ease in the work as the work space is big enough for carrying out most of the applications related work.

Extra Space for Hardware

Bigger the phone is, more comfortable it will be for adding an extra enhancement or salient features as the phone’s structural design can house many parts along with it. So, this calls for more room for hardware. It may even include more processor capabilities and even added internal or external storage. This salient feature actually helps both the manufacturer as well as the user.

The manufacturer can use this facility to create room for bigger batteries as it essentially powers up the whole phone to run for a longer time without any hurdles. It can even be used to create shelter for an even higher processor for faster working attributes. A cooling attribute can be even added as these phones which have larger displays tend to heat up most of the time.

The user can house in special attributes such as the usage of pen for simplifying his work even more, as in larger displays the usage of a pen can be done significantly. External storage of a larger memory can be used by the user to keep all his legitimate work at a single place. That’s a pretty solid characteristic for both the manufacturer and the buyer.

Disadvantages of a Foldable Smart Phone:

A Heavier SmartPhone

Because of the larger display size of the foldable smartphones, it calls in for a bigger battery as well as heavy storage capacities. It also needs an additional hardware which is capable enough to run the smart phone in a smooth manner. The consequences of adding such features to the smart phone will make it more heavy and bulky in structural composition. This will also make the smart phone thick enough which literally makes it look bigger than your wallet and adds on more weight on your pockets.

If making the smart phone thin and providing small bezels to the display undo the prone of heavy weight, then it adds another problem in the manufacturing sector, i.e., it requires an upgrade in the manufacturing process which will add up increasing the total cost of the smart phone and you might even consider buying a laptop rather than this smart phone at that time.

Vulnerable to Defects

Though companies come forward in bringing an ergonomic and feasible design to this smartphone, it comes with an increasing price every time they come up with a solution in the area for designing. The increasing price is due to the complexity factor of the overall design, design of a particular component and may be even due to the electronics involved in it.

Because of such factors, what happens is that the buyer will be under the impression that he might receive a defective piece rather than a fully functional piece. This sentence holds good and is true, as so much of complexity is involved in making a foldable smartphone and even a small error or defect may deplete the whole functional ability of the smartphone. So it is more vulnerable to defects as it is still a new discovery and quality tests are being conducted every time to solve a defect.

Sky Rocketing Prices

This disadvantage can be directly related to the second disadvantage. More complex are the characteristics of a phone; more the price will go for its manufacturing right? This is because the manufacturer will make sure his product remains the prominent in market, so certain added enhancements will be installed while the product is in production which leads to heavy prices on the product.

As this technology is newer manufacturers will try to put in more effort to build a better folding smart phone, due to which certain complications do arise. One such example would be that these foldable smart phones cannot house the normal AMOLED displays which the normal smart phones house nowadays. These phones require hi-tech LED displays which actually evolve the whole process of viewing as it gives shelter to a larger display. This leads to heavy pricing of such folding smart phones atleast in the early years of its production and marketing. As years pass by, newer generation technology will be available to tackle such complications.

Conclusion:

Though the new technology of foldable smartphones is grabbing the eyeballs of every consumer, it can be seen that if offers plenty of advantages along with some added disadvantages. It is really immature enough to talk about the disadvantages at such an earlier stage where the technology has just evolved, and in the coming days, solutions are sure for the complications offered. But it is essential to highlight the disadvantages as the area of concern can be shifted easily and also the overall damages can be concealed and the right way to deal it also can be addressed properly.