CULTURAL QA 05-2024-11A All theBELOW QA are from Quora digest to me on 11-05-2024.
Quoraanswers need not be 100% correct answers .Compiled andposted by R. Gopala krishnan, on 11-05-2024 Q1 In Mahabharata, what was thereaction of Draupadi after learning that Karna was an elder son of Kunti? A1 VishnuKumar,2y Initially Draupadi was upset, after a day or two she advisesYudhisthira to return to normalcy and take up his royal duties. Later all the other Pandavas except for Yudhisthira, alsoreturn to performing their routine princely duties. However Yudhisthira and Kunti until their death, continue togrieve and mourn the death of Karna. So that is the answer. Q2 What is the single greatest pieceof career advice, and why? A2 KanthaswamyBalasubramaniam, Lives in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Dec 5 A 50 year old clerk gave me one of my most valuable pieces ofcareer advise It was 1983, I was a new young bank officer and my branchmanager was absent. Suddenly the Zonal Manager calls and asks for me by name He says “We heard of you. We have high hopes for you” I felt flattered, rising higher and higher Then he says “Yaar. One small thing. I have a FD receipt for₹30 Lakhs for this customer in my hand. He wants an OD. I have processed the fileand will send it to the branch by tomorrow, meanwhile he needs the money badlyto secure a tender for Dal, so just issue him a DD for ₹27 Lakhs as Loanagainst OD” I went “Sir. Sure sir. Absolutely sir” Then I said “Sir. I may not have the authority” He said “Arey don’t worry. I will mention it in theapplication. He will bring the application. Just stamp it and send it back withthe Peon” Again I said “Sir yes sir. Sure sir” He finished by another round of praise His name was Deshmane.I don't remember his first name.Maharashtrian.Hewas a clerk but by choice. His family owned a very prosperous department store. Meanwhile the Peon and customer both came. The Customer hadan application and below was written “Manager permitted emergency authorizationby ZM” in PENCIL. I was ready to issue the DD and consequently my life wouldhave been very different.Luckily another Madam called Mrs Shelke WENT FOR LUNCH SoVI said “Sorry Sir. Madam has to enter in the ledger andonly then I can issue the DD so please come back in ten minutes” The Customer left in a huff with the Peon Deshmane said “Chalo ek chai peete hain” (Let's have tea) Outside as we sipped tea, he asked me “Woh Application kyatha” I repeated the whole thing and he simply said “Office mainitne saare pen hain. Hamara budget 30,000 ka sirf pen pe jaata hai to yehPencil main kyun likh raha hain???” (We have so many pens and spend 30K on pensitself so WHY IS HE WRITING WITH A PENCIL) I looked blank. He looked and said “It's a good thing youdidn't become a lawyer. You don't have the brains” and started laughing. Then I realized that the ZM would simply erase hisinstructions and claim I dubiously issued the DD and that there was no FD atall in the first place. The ZM would simply say he never even talked to me. I realized “Oh F***” The Manager was on leave so the ZM was using me, a dumbrookie as a scapegoat especially a Tamilian. He was a Tamilian too. I asked Deshmane what was to be done? He said to talk to the RM (Regional Manager who is below theZM) I spoke to the RM and he said “Okay. Ask for a letter fromthe Customer saying he went to the ZM and the ZM sent him to the branch withthe Application and instructions and that the ZM has collected the FD receipt” This was to call the bluff because if there was no FD, thecustomer would hesitate. I said “Sir if he gives me the letter and runs away with themoney?” He said “To apna pet pakadke bhaago. Bolo emergency hain, petdard hain aur ghar bhag jao” (Then clutch your stomach and run out saying youhave a stomach ache and go home) After all the ZM is the RMs superior So I asked for a Letter. By God they were all furious The ZM yelled at me and said I didn't have potential and Iwas not an achiever and the customer threatened to take all his deposits out.Ikept saying “Sir I need a letter” fully knowing they were crooks. Finally he left in a huff Two days later some other patsy gave a DD from Bank ofMaharashtra and got into trouble because the customer escaped with multipledebts.THAT COULD HAVE BEEN ME It's why I advice all you young POs to always be friendlywith the clerks.You get invaluable experience Deshmane Sir liked me because I respected him, called him sirand never showed any airs Some others would ignore clerks and think they were a classapart. In such cases the clerks watch was you put yourself into such situationsand enjoy them I advised many on Quora-Whenever your superior asks somethinglike that ask him to PUT IT IN WRITING and in a Pen not Pencil (Email OK). Q3 Is Kali a god? A3 UdyanTrivedi, Senior Project Engineer at Wipro (Indian company) (2022–present)2y No, Kali is a demon who was almost defeated by King Parikshitduring the last years of Dwaparyuga. He was created during Samudra Manthan when Mahadev drank thewhole poison Halahal churned out from the ocean but some drop fell and createda being known as Kali demon. He is ruling the current age and sitting in mindof people who are mentally weak and struck in vicious cycle of Attachment Anger Lust Desire Delusion Frustation Jealousy Arrogance Greed and Corruption These are the ten faces of Kali demon, so he is sometimesreferred to as Kaliyuga Ravan. Q4 How can watermelon be good fordiabetics? A4 WeightsLoss Diet, Health Director | Loving Father | Business Director1y Watermelon is a delicious and nutritious fruit that isenjoyed by many people around the world. Despite its sweet taste, watermelon isrelatively low in sugar and calories, making it a great choice for people withdiabetes. Here are some of the ways in which watermelon can be good fordiabetics: 1. Low glycemic index: The glycemic index is a measure of howquickly a particular food raises blood sugar levels. Foods with a high glycemicindex can cause a rapid spike in blood sugar levels, which can be problematicfor people with diabetes. Watermelon, however, has a relatively low glycemicindex, meaning that it does not cause a significant increase in blood sugarlevels. 2. High in fiber: Fiber is an important nutrient for peoplewith diabetes, as it helps slow the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream.Watermelon is a good source of fiber, with around 1.5 grams of fiber per cup. 3. Rich in nutrients: Watermelon is a good source of severalimportant nutrients, including vitamins A and C, potassium, and lycopene. Thesenutrients can help support overall health and may also have specific benefitsfor people with diabetes. 4. Hydrating: Staying hydrated is important for people withdiabetes, as dehydration can cause blood sugar levels to rise. Watermelon ismore than 90% water, making it a great choice for staying hydrated throughoutthe day. Despite these benefits, it is important for people withdiabetes to be mindful of their overall carbohydrate intake, as even low-sugar fruits likewatermelon can contribute to overall carbohydrate intake. It isgenerally recommended that people with diabetes aim to consume a balanced dietthat includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. In summary, watermelon can be a great choice for people withdiabetes, as it is low in sugar, high in fiber, and rich in importantnutrients. By incorporating watermelon into a balanced diet, people withdiabetes can enjoy a delicious and nutritious fruit that supports overallhealth and helps manage blood sugar levels. Q5 What are some interesting facts? A5 Shristi, StudiedEconomics Updated Mar 9 1A one-way trip on the Trans-Siberian Railway involvescrossing 3,901 bridges 2. Japan has one vending machine for every 40 people. 3. A shrimp's heart is in its head. 4. It is impossible for most people to lick their own elbow. 5. All mammals get goosebumps. -- 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/1384599748.930045.1715435714860%40mail.yahoo.com.
