Dealing with Peer Pressure: Tips and Tricks

Peer pressure in simple terms refers to the stress caused by the people around you that belong to your age group. It is something that every human being has to deal with at one point of time or the other. Usually, an individual tends to face peer pressure during the schooling stage. The mention of this term compels parents to envisage their children who are being forced to address situations that are not considered normal. Thus, it is essential to deal with peer pressure before it reaches an alarming state.  Listed below are a few simple tips and tricks on how to deal with peer pressure:

  • Be strong and build a sense of self-confidence in yourself: The first and foremost step in learning how to deal with peer pressure is to develop a strong sense of self confidence and build self-esteem. By doing so, it will become easier for you to say no to peer pressure. Moreover, building confidence at a young age will help you to stay unperturbed in the long run.
  • Have self-respect: Before anyone else, it is you who should respect yourself. This will not only help you in the long run but will also portrait you as an individual who is dignified. More so, when you have respect for yourself, you do not feel guilt-conscious of your decisions and you do not weigh whether what you decided upon is beneficial or harmful. This way, you cannot fall prey to the pressure that your peers might exert on you
  • Mingle and socialize with a good group of friends: One of the best and the most effective way to handle and avoid peer pressure is to stay away from it. This can be done by choosing who you decide to spend your time with and knowing who your true friends are. Going by the famous proverb-“Birds of a feather flock together”, a person is known by the company he keeps. Thus, a good group of friends will help you to overcome peer pressure.
  • Spend quality time with your child: Last but not the least, it is essential for you as a parent to spend quality time with your child and discuss the happenings that take place in her life, on a regular basis. Besides this, it is imperative to tell your child that it is okay to share instances with you and not hide anything. Furthermore, teach her that it is ok not to get associated to a particular group of people, if your child feels that it is not in her favour. Moreover, tell her not get into the pressure of her group for the decision she has made and stay absolutely firm on it.

So, make use of these simple tips and tricks and help your child get rid of your child’s peer pressure anxiety and lead a stress-free life. 

Library and Information Science (L.I.Sc.) to be a part of class XI and XII Curriculum: CBSE

With the onset of the new academic session, Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)-the apex educational institution in India has decided to introduce a new subject in the class XI and XII curriculum viz. Library and Information Science (L.I.Sc.).

To be introduced only in few of the schools, Library and Information Science is an academic elective course (Code No.079). The course that will be considered equivalent to the diploma level course will be introduced as a pilot course, according to the CBSE statement. For the exam, 80 marks have been allotted for theory paper and 20 marks for the practical sessions.

The course intends to impart knowledge on library information society, library resources, reference and information resources, library computer application and library management. The elective can be offered by students as one of the four elective subjects and also as an additional elective subject at senior secondary stage in combination with any of the subjects that are already available in the Scheme of Studies of the Board.

As per the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2005, it is essential that future planning treats the library as an integral component of the school at all levels. Both teachers as well the students need to be inspired and trained to use the library as a source for learning, pleasure and concentration.

Maha Shivratri Greetings and Wishes 2014

On this pious occasion of Maha Shivratri,Many many greetings to all of youMay Lord Shiva shower on you his blessingsWith happiness, prosperity & peace.

Happy Maha Shivratri….!!!

 Maha Shiv Ratri

Shiv ka bani rahe aap per chaya

Palat de jo apki kismat ki kaya

Mile aapko wo sab is apni zindagi mein

Jo kabhi kisi ne bhi na paya

Happy Maha Shivratri….!!!

 shiv Ratri 2014
Bhole baba ka aashirwad mile aapkoUnki dua ka parsad mile aapkoAap kare apni zindagi mein itni tarakki

Har kisi ka pyar mile aapko

Jai Bhole Shiv Shankar Baba Ki

Happy Maha Shivratri….!!!

 Happy shivRatri
May Shiva bless you with good strengthMay Shiva bless you with adoreMay Shiva bless you with cheerfulnessHappy Maha Shivratri….!!!  Happy Shiv Ratri 2014

ULSAT 2014: UPES Law Studies Aptitude Test (ULSAT)

ULSAT is UPES Law Studies Aptitude Test (ULSAT) is conducted by the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES).

 

Eligibility Criteria

PROGRAMME ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA ADMISSION CRITERIA DURATION (YEARS)
BA LLB (Hons.) with specialization in Energy Laws Minimum 50% Marks at Higher & Senior Secondary level (10th & 12th) UPES Law Studies Aptitude Test (UL-SAT) Board Merit / CLAT Merit / LSAT Merit#followed by Group Discussion & Interview 5
BBA LLB (Hons.) with specialization in Corporate Laws Minimum 50% Marks at Higher & Senior Secondary level (10th & 12th) UPES Law Studies Aptitude Test (UL-SAT) Board Merit / CLAT Merit / LSAT Merit#followed by Group Discussion & Interview 5
B. Tech.
Energy Technology + LLB (Hons.) with specialization in
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
(1) Minimum 60% marks at Higher & Senior Secondary level (10th & 12th)

(2) Minimum 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics at Senior Secondary level also mandatory

UPES Engineering Aptitude Test (UPESEAT) followed by Centralised Counseling

OR

Board Merit/ JEE-Mains All India Rank up to 2 Lakh / CLAT Merit/ LSAT Merit followed by counseling on Merit Ranking

6
B. Tech.
Computer Science + LLB (Hons.) with
specialization in Cyber Laws
(1) Minimum 60% marks at Higher & Senior Secondary level (10th & 12th)

(2) Minimum 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics at Senior Secondary level also mandatory

UPES Engineering Aptitude Test (UPESEAT), followed by Centralized Counseling

OR

Board Merit/ JEE-Mains All India Rank up to 2 Lakh / CLAT Merit/ LSAT Merit followed by counseling on Merit Ranking

6

 

 

 

ULSAT 2014 Law Programmes:

  • BA (LLB) Hons. With specialization in Energy Laws (5 years)
  • BA (LLB) Hons. With specialization in Corporate Laws (5 years)
  • B.Tech Energy Technology  + LLB(Hons.) with specialization in Intellectual Property Rights (6 years)
  • B.Tech Computer Science + LLB(Hons.) with specialization in Cyber Laws (6 years)

ULSAT 2014 Exam Scheme:

Sections Number of Questions
Language Comprehension                                 40
Quantitative & Numerical Ability                                 40
Logical Reasoning                                 40
Legal General Knowledge                                 40
Legal Aptitude                                 40
Total number of questions                                 200

 

Important Dates:

  • Application form deadline: May 9, 2014
  • Exam Date: May 24, 2014.
  • Declaration of Results:  1st week of June 2014

 

 

TISS Admissions 2014: Application Forms available for Diploma in Counseling

The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai has declared admissions open for Diploma in Counseling programme.

There are two modes of applying for the test: Paper based and Online Test.

The interested candidates are supposed to submit their applications before April 4, 2014.

Eligibility Criteria:

Graduation in any discipline from any of the recognised universities and the candidate must be at least 25 years old at the time of admission.

Selection Process:

The candidate will be shortlisted to seek admission for the course on the basis of his/her performance in the personal interview conducted by the institute.

Important Dates:

Last date for submission of application form is April 4, 2014

Orientation & Commencement if Academic Session 2014-2015: June 20, 2014

Personal Interview: April 28-30, 2014

Announcement of Selection on TISS official website: May 19, 2014

How to Apply:

All the interested candidates can download the application forms and prospectus forms from the official website of TISS: http://www.tiss.edu/

Contact Details:

Centre for Lifelong Learning (CLL), Tata Institute of Social Sciences, V.N. Purav Marg, Deonar, Mumbai-400088. Ph. – 022-25525682