What are some things every Indian should know about our history?

These are some 16 things every Indian should know about our country:

  1. Not even once in the past 10000 years of history, India invade any country.
  2. Established in 700BC, Takshila was the world's first university. More than 60 subjects were taught here for over 10,500 students from all over the world. 
  3. Built in the 4th century BC the 'University of Nalanda', was one of the most outstanding achievements of ancient India in education.
  4. Sanskrit, an ancient Indian language, is the mother of all European languages. Forbes magazine, July 1987 edition reported that Sanskrit was the most suitable language for computer software.
  5. Ayurveda is the earliest school of medicine perceived to humans, with historical roots in the Indian subcontinent. Charaka, the father of medicine, was one of the main contributors to Ayurveda 2500 years ago. 
  6. 6000 years ago, the art of Navigation originated in the river Sindh. The very word Navigation is descended from the Sanskrit word 'NAVGATIH'. This word 'NAVY" was also derived from Sanskrit word 'Nou'.
  7. Though images of modern India often exhibit poverty and lack of development; India was the wealthiest country on earth until the British invasion in the early 17th century.
  8. India invented the Number System; Aryabhatta invented zero.
  9. The decimal system was manifested in India in 100 BC.
  10. Budhayana was the first to determine the value of pi; he also explained the concept of the Pythagorean Theorem. Budhayan discovered this in the 6th century, long before the European mathematicians.
  11. Algebra, calculus, and trigonometry originated from India; Sridharacharys give the quadratic equations in the 11th century. The largest numbers the Romans and Greeks used were 10^6 (which is 10 to the power of 6), whereas Indians used numbers as big as 10^53 (which is 10 to the power of 53) with specific names in 5000 BCE during the Vedic period. 
  12. Bhaskaracharya was the one who calculated time taken by earth to orbit sun in the 5th century itself; the time taken by earth to orbit the sun was 365.258756484 days.
  13. When all over the world there were only nomadic forest dwellers, Indians established the Harappan civilization in the Sindhu Valley (Indus Valley) 5000 years ago.
  14. Shatranj/ AshtaPada, the modern say Chess was invented in India.
  15. Until 1896, India was the only root of diamonds in the world- reported by the Gemological Institute of America.
  16. 2600 years ago, Sushruta and his health scientist were the first to conduct complicated surgeries like cataracts, cesareans, fractures, artificial limbs, urinary stones, brain surgery, and plastic surgery; with over 125 surgical equipment. Sushruta is acknowledged as the father of surgery. 

Note: India is a country with several cultures and vast history, these are only some of the important facts about India which every Indian must know.

How to answer the beloved interview question, "Tell me about yourself"?

In an interview, "Tell me about yourself" might seem like an easy question, which you can answer randomly, but it's a question you must answer strategically. 

Instead of repeating what's in your resume (they already know it), take this as an opportunity to make things crystal clear and tell them about your strengths, how you are a perfect fit for that job, how ambitious/ passionate you are, and why they must hire you. 

You can start with some catchy words and explain them in your way, i.e., "I am a passionate and ambitious driven person; I thrive on challenges and constantly set my goals, so I don't get comfortable and settle down for less. I keep looking for opportunities ties to improve my skills."

What is the best diet to follow for healthy living?

The best diet is nutrient-rich and consists of vegetables & fruits, whole grain food, protein food like legumes, nuts, fish, eggs, dairy products, and most importantly drink lots of water. 

Following a healthy diet is necessary as it can prevent heart diseases, build strong bones and boost mood. The seven factors required for a balanced diet includes carbohydrates, fats, fibres, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water.

A healthy diet should include:

  • Carbohydrates & Fibres: Whole grains that include brown rice, barley, oatmeal, etc., and some fruits like apples, bananas, berries, citrus fruits, etc., are rich in carbohydrates. It also contains fibre and helps you to stay healthy as it is the primary source of energy. You can include a quarter of your plate with carbohydrates.
  • Proteins: The main source of protein includes legumes, nuts, fish, eggs, poultry, dairy products like yogurt and cheese. Proteins help to maintain muscles, skin, and bones. Make sure to eat protein-rich food everyday.
  • Fats: Little amount of fat is vital for a balanced diet as it is an essential fatty acid that the body cannot produce itself. Olive oil, nuts, avocado, cheese, etc., are sources of fat. 
  • Vitamins & Minerals: Fruits and vegetables are fully rich in vitamins and minerals, and antioxidants. Make sure to eat lots of fruits and vegetables to stay fit and healthy as they are filled with nutrients. 
  • Water: Drinking water is essential to stay healthy. It carries nutrients and oxygen to your cells, aids in digestion, rehydrates the body, flushes bacteria, and so on. Remember to drink at least 2 litres of water a day.

How to decide which health insurance to buy?

Health insurance is an essential policy that must be taken care of, especially during the current scenario, as it can safeguard you from the financial burden of health care expenses. Since there are a wide variety of health insurance plans available, you may feel confused. These tips can aid you to choose a suitable health insurance policy for you: 

  1. Search for the right coverage 

Always make sure to select a health plan that covers you against different ranges of medical problems and offers benefits that include daycare expenses, hospitalization expenses, transportation, etc. You also have to check whether the policy satisfies your family's requirements if you are buying insurance for the family. Think about your requirements, compare the plans and choose a plan accordingly. 

  1. Try to keep it affordable

You should also consider your money while purchasing health insurance that suits you. You have to think about the plan benefits before you consider the plan price. It would be better to purchase an affordably priced health insurance policy at the beginning to assure you are adequately covered and, at the same time, premiums are reasonable. You can also review plans, increase your cover based on income, family size, and so on.  

  1. Pick family health plans rather than individual ones 

If you plan to buy health insurance considering your family in mind, purchase a family health plan to enjoy maximum advantages at economical prices. There should also be flexibility to add a new family member without any problem. 

  1. Select lifetime renewability plan

While buying a health insurance policy, remember to check how many years the plan will cover you or if it provides limited renewability or not. It is essential as you require a health plan the most during the later years of age. It would be wise to choose the health plans that offer lifetime renewability. 

  1. Prefer one with large network hospital coverage 

Once you have finalized the list of health plans, check whether your preferred hospitals and doctors are incorporated in their hospital network. Make sure to select an insurance company that has an extensive network of hospitals across the world. 

  1. Choose insurer with high claim settlement ratio

The claim settlement ratio is the number of claims settled by the insurance company over the total received claims. You must select an insurer with a high claim settlement ratio and a fast and easy claims process.

What is more important, money or health?

Health is more important; with good health, you can earn how much ever you want, but you can't buy good health with money.

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"Wealth is nothing without health", as health is a necessary requirement in one's life and wealth is a satisfactory condition; we need both of them to be happy. You will have a sense of well-being and feel happy when you're physically fit; it's not necessary that wealth will do the same. 

Most people mistakenly think that having money will solve all their problems, health issues and be happy. There is the inevitable fact that some diseases still have no cure; studies have proved that most rich suffer from anxiety, stress, suspicion, and unhappiness, as being wealthy can rob your peace of mind.

What are the four pillars of democracy?

The four pillars of democracy are Legislature, Executive, Judiciary and Media

  1. Legislature: This is the pillar that makes the laws to govern the state and the country and can also amend or reverse them. The supreme legislative body of India is the Parliament of India. The country’s legislature consists of two houses; Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha.
  2. Executive: This pillar acts to enforce and maintain the laws that are implemented by Legislature. Executives are selected on the basis of the election system and the elected representatives are called Members of Parliament. The parliamentary is formed by the party that has majority votes during the election. 
  3. Judiciary: This is an important pillar of democracy that controls the laws and order of the country and does not curtail the fundamental rights of the citizens. The Indian Judiciary System consists of the Supreme Court of India, High Courts, District Courts and other Boards. 
  4. Media: Media have to ensure transparency of three pillars and inform the real incidents happening to all the common citizens of the country. It is the responsibility of the media to make people aware about the activities of legislatures, executives and the judiciary system.

What is the value of 1 million dollar in rupees?

As of November 2021, the value of 1 USD is 74.33 INR, so 1 million USD will be INR 7,43,26,050.

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History of USD vs INR

  • When India got its independence, the value of 1 USD was 4.76 INR.
  • The Indo-Chain war in 1962, and the Indo-Pak war in 1965, led to the devaluation of the Indian currency, due to which the value of 1 USD rose to 7.50 INR in the year 1966.
  • In 1973, 1 USD had reached 17.50 INR when India faced a major oil crisis with OAPEC (Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries). India borrowed foreign currency to overcome the situation, which resulted in the fall of the INR's Value.
  • In the 1990s, India was facing an economic crisis and a rapid fall in GDP (from 39% to 7.8%), due to which the value of 1 USD further increased to 25.92 INR.
  • The impact of the economic crisis continued in the mid-2000s, and 1 USD was equivalent to 45.32 INR in 2004.
  • In 2016, the demonetization of Indian currency led to an increase in the dollar value, due to which 1 USD value was 68.80 INR.
  • In the current times (2021), when India is going through a Crude Oil Crisis, it's a known fact that 'as oil prices increase, rupee value decreases.' Because of this, 1 USD is currently valued at 74.3 INR.

Which country owns PUBG game?

Player Unknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) game is owned by South Korean company, PUBG Corporation which is a part of video game company Blue Hole

The mobile version of the game is developed and distributed by Tencent Inc, a Chinese company in agreement with PUBG Corp. Now, the game is carried under the unified brand Krafton Game Union.

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About PUBG

PUBG is an online multiplayer battle royale game which was created in inspiration from the 2000 Japanese film Battle Royale under direction of Brendan Greene. The game was first released in September 2017 for Microsoft Windows. Free-to-play mobile version, PUBG Mobile was released in 2018 and has now become the best selling and most played video game with highest grossing.

In the PUBG game, up to 100 players parachute onto a place, searching for weapons and other tools to kill people to protect themselves from being killed. The safe area on the map reduces in size as the clock ticks so that the game becomes tougher. The last player or team who survives wins the game.

Since the game has been allegedly being harmful and addictive to youngsters, PUBG Mobile has been banned in some countries. 

Who are the most dangerous batsman in IPL?

AB de Villiers, popularly known as Mr. 360 is the most dangerous batsman in the IPL.

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Abraham Benjamin de Villiers has scored 3 centuries and 33 half-centuries in his overall career in the IPL tournament with an average strike rate of 152.33. He is the 9th leading run-scorer in the history of IPL as he has scored a total of 5056 runs in 176 matches. He has been the opening batsman, wicket-keeper, and bowler for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) since 2008.

Test and International Career:

  • He is the former South African team captain who debuted in 2004. In 2018, he announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket.
  • The right-handed batsman accumulated over 8,000 runs in Tests, including 22 centuries and 46 half-centuries. 
  • He holds the all-time record in One Day Internationals (ODI) for the fastest 50 (16 balls), fastest 100 (31 balls), and fastest 150 (64 balls).

Which is the national game of India?

Field Hockey is the national game of India.

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History of Indian Hockey:

It was introduced in India during the British Raj in 1855 and was given the national game status because of its long-standing rich legacy and correlation with pride, which evokes countrymen's hearts.

In 1855, the first hockey club of India was established in Calcutta. Later in 1908, Bengal Hockey Association was formed, which was the first hockey association in India, and in 1925, the Indian Hockey Federation was established.

Indian Hockey Legacy:

Major Dhyan Chand was known as 'the Father of Indian Hockey' as he played a major role in winning 3 Olympic Gold medals for India in the years 1928, 1932, and 1936. He is also acknowledged as 'The Wizard' because of his excellent performance on the field and superb ball control. His birthday is celebrated as 'National Sports Day’ (29th August).

The 'Rajiv Gandhi Khel Rathna Award' which is the highest sports award for excellent performance in international level competitions was recently renamed to 'Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award' on August 6, 2021.

Olympic Hockey Trivia:

Recreating history after 40 years, India finally won an Olympic medal in Tokyo Olympics 2020. Breaking the myths of the society and paving the way to a new era, the Indian Women’s Hockey Team won the Bronze medal and brought pride to the nation.

Performance of Indian Hockey Teams in Olympics:

Year

Medal Won

1928 - Amsterdam Olympics

Gold Medal

1932 - Los Angeles Olympics

Gold Medal

1936 - Berlin Olympics

Gold Medal

1948 - London Olympics

Gold Medal

1952 - Helsinki Olympics

Gold Medal

1956 - Melbourne Olympics

Gold Medal

1960 - Rome Olympics

Silver Medal

1964 - Tokyo Olympics

Gold Medal

1968 - Mexico City Olympics

Bronze Medal

1972 - Munich Olympics

Bronze Medal

1980 - Moscow Olympics

Gold Medal

2020 - Tokyo Olympics

Bronze Medal