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Revolution 2020 - Thematic Study

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        Revolution 2020 - Thematic Study   About The Novel :  Revolution 2020 by Chetan Bhagat is a story set in Varanasi that explores the lives of three friends Gopal, Raghav, and Aarti entwined in a narrative of ambition, love, and ethical dilemmas. The novel examines themes of corruption, personal choices, and societal pressures. The Plot Gopal Mishra, born into a struggling family, aspires to break free from poverty and achieve wealth. Despite his repeated failures to secure a seat in a premier engineering college, Gopal’s determination to succeed propels him to seek alternative methods to fulfill his ambitions.  Raghav Kashyap, Gopal’s childhood companion, takes a different path. Though he secures admission to a prestigious engineering college, Raghav follows his passion for journalism, aiming to fight corruption and advocate for societal reform. Aarti Pradhan, the daughter of a high-ranking government official, dreams of becoming an air hostess....

Plagiarism : Defination and Forms

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    Plagiarism : Defination and Forms Hello everyone, and welcome to my blog! This post is part of a thinking activity assigned by Prakruti Ma’am. Here, I will be discussing and reflecting on the questions provided as part of the task.   Plagiarism and its Significance         Plagiarism is a widespread concern in both academic and professional environments, as it directly conflicts with the values of originality and intellectual integrity. Simply put, plagiarism involves taking someone else’s ideas, words, or creative outputs and using them without appropriate credit, thereby claiming them as your own. Regardless of whether it is done knowingly or unknowingly, plagiarism breaches ethical and legal norms, diminishing the authenticity of work and the purpose of learning.     Forms of Plagiarism •  Verbatim Plagiarism This occurs when an individual directly copies text from a source without using quotation marks or giving proper credi...

The Joys of Motherhood by Buchi Emecheta

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                      THE JOYS OF MOTHERHOOD BY BUCHI EMECHETA                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            ...

Petal of Blood by Ngugi Wa Thiongo

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        Petal of Blood by Ngugi Wa Thiongo  Introduction :    Ngugi wa Thiong’o’s Petals of Blood (1977) is a powerful political novel that explores the socio-economic, political, and cultural struggles of post-independence Kenya. Set in the fictional village of Ilmorog, the novel weaves together the lives of four protagonists Munira, Karega, Wanja, and Abdullah whose personal histories are intertwined with the broader struggles of a nation grappling with the effects of colonialism and the contradictions of independence. The novel critiques neocolonialism, corruption, and class exploitation in Kenya, highlighting how the promises of liberation were replaced by greed and betrayal by the elite. Through vivid descriptions of the Kenyan landscape and a deeply symbolic narrative structure, Ngugi challenges the colonial legacy and its lasting impact on African societies. The title, Petals of Blood, signifies both the beauty and violence that characterize the...