CULTURAL QA 12-2023-30 All the below QA arefrom Quora DIGEST to me on 30-12-2023.
Selected quora answers generallyinteresting are included .Still they need not be 100%correct answers. Compiled and posted by R.Gopala Krishnan, 80, on 30-12-2023. Q1 What aresome extremely useful facts that you know? A1 AabishkarWagle, BSc. Hons IT from University of Wolverhampton (Graduated 2019) Updated5y Low voltelectricity does not travel through wooden sticks. (Dry) Next time when you witness an electric shock, you canuse a wooden stick to push the accident victim off a wire. The average Cell Phone screen is 10 times dirtierthan a toilet seat. So,always manage a small time daily to clean. Eatingblueberries daily helps you boost your short term memory. Rather than complainingabout your short memory brain, start to take blueberries daily. Q2 What'sthe main thing about the universe that cannot be explained by science? A2 ChitranshRahul Saxena 20h Determining the "main" thing about theuniverse that science can't explain is subjective and depends on individual perspectives andinterpretations. However, several prominent candidates exist: 1.Consciousness: Despite significant neuroscientific advancements, the nature of consciousnessand its emergence from physical processes remains a major puzzle. We understand the brain's electricaland chemical activities, but the "what it's like" aspect ofsubjective experience, qualia, eludes scientific explanation. 2. The origin and ultimate fate of the universe: Theorieslike the Big Bang and cosmic expansion provide compelling models for theuniverse's early stages and large-scale evolution. However,questions like what existed before the Big Bang, what lies beyond theobservable universe, and what will ultimately happen to everything remainunanswered. 3. The existenceand nature of dark matter and dark energy: These invisible components make up most of theuniverse's energy and mass, yet their composition and properties remain largelyunknown. Scientists actively search for dark matter particles and study theexpansion of the universe to unravel their mysteries. 4. The emergenceof life and its potential beyond Earth: We understand the basic principles of life on Earth, but how exactly did it arise from non-living matter? Is life unique toEarth, or does it exist elsewhere in the universe? These questions push theboundaries of what science can currently answer. 5. The fundamentalnature of reality: Questions about the nature of space, time, and the laws of physicsdelve into the deepest mysteries of existence. Are these fundamental elementsabsolute, or are they emergent properties of something more profound?Understanding the underpinnings of reality remains a long-term pursuit. It's important to remember that science is constantlyevolving and pushing the boundaries of knowledge. Whatmay seem unexplainable today might find a scientific explanation tomorrow.However, there's also the possibility that some aspects of the universe, likethe essence of consciousness, might lie outside the realm of scientific inquiryand belong to philosophical or spiritual domains. Q3 Can youtell me something inspiring? A3 MurtuzaKanjeta, Student at IIT Madras Updated 2y I met this guy(middle one) on Elliot beach(chennai). He was selling cotton candy.I was clicking his pic then he asked me if I want the candy hair. I usuallydon’t carry money (cash) as I pay through digital mode 99% of time. But he offered me for free. Iasked him where he came from and how he manages his life. I was shockedwhen he told me that he completed his 10th std from UP(Uttar Pradesh) and hecame to Chennai all alone for earning money. Like he could have gone to Mumbaior some other north place due to ease in language but he chose Chennai. He learnt Tamil in just a span of 2 months (atleasthe can communicate) and throughout the day he sells candy and makes a profit of nearly 2000 per day. As a gujju I asked him about his way of doingbusiness, he wakes up at4am and makes cotton candy with an equipment he purchased at a cost of 3000/-nearly he spends 200rs per day and makes 2000 RS profit. He was happy with his life and that made me happy too. We always wantinspiration from other people but that boy was gettinginspiration from his own work. ***Nothing in this universe will inspire you morethan your good deeds. Just give your best in your work and inspiration will follow you. My note- I emphasise the truth of that statement. Thosewho abuse others, making negative observations on others may note it. Q4 What aresome of the greatest examples of presence of mind? A4 SunilHembram, Former Student at Indian Institute of Science Education and Research,Kolkata (IISER-K) (2012–2017)Updated 6y This is a storyabout S. Satyamurti, who was a leading nationalist and a politician. He was known for his greatoratory and his words carried wisdom, wit and logic. Once he went to England to present India’s case forfreedom. He metthe leading politicians in Britain. He pleaded them to restore self-governmentto India. He addressed several public meetings. They were well attended. At a meeting, while he was presenting India’s casefor freedom, a heckler asked, “Do you know that the sun never sets onthe British Empire?”That was true. For Britain had colonies all around the globe. And alwaysit was day in some or the other part of the Empire. Satyamurti looked in the general direction of thecrowd from where the question had come and smiled. The heckler felt he hadnettled Satyamurti. Hethought Satyamurti would not have a convincing reply. Here he went wrong. For Satyamurtireplied, “ Do you know why? Even the sun doesn’t trust the British in thedark.” The laughter ofthe crowd pitched high. The heckler quickly ran out. He had learnt one lesson. He had met morethan his match. He should have remained silent. He should not have heckledSatyamurti. Note: Last yearwhen India celebrated the 70 I-Day, this unsung hero who fought for ourindependence was remembered. Q5 What isthe latest joke about old age? A5 GopalkrishnaVishwanath, I know lots of them. But most can't be narrated without spoiling mygood name.5h In my WhatsApp group of old men in my age group, some are still a bit naughty. Here is a joke shared by one of them in the group. A group ofIndian oldies decided to set out on a pilgrimage along with a guide.The guide made allarrangements and lectured the group on dos and don’ts during the journey. One of the don’ts was ‘When traveling don’t look ator stare at beautiful woman if there are any on the way. Look straight ahead and watchyour step. Remember thatyou are on a pilgrimage. If by accident you happen to see them Chant“Hari Om”, “Hari Om”, turn your eyes away and continue on your way.The group agreed. On the way they saw an aged hermit sitting on theside of the road who was loudly chanting “Hari om”. The group rushedtowards him and asked “Where?” My note- For thecrippled brain – It was heard as “Hurry On” -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Thatha_Patty" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/thatha_patty/972371528.3140245.1703947651536%40mail.yahoo.com.
