CULTURAL QA 05202411A
Q2 What is the single greatest piece of career advice, and why?
KR All said and done , unless one has a temerity to survive
somehow, no one will demand in writing etc at all that too if he has the
potential of transfer or CR power. So we have to be diplomatic by seeking
the application and sending him back to sign the approval or asking for
penning etc etc. To do the work only the expediency is needed; to
procrastinate or changing the tables, there are n+1 methods.
Q3 Is Kali a god?
KR Who is Kali?
Kali is the fearful and ferocious form of the mother goddess. She assumed
the form of a powerful goddess and became popular with the composition of
the Devi Mahatmya, a text of the 5th - 6th century AD. Here she is depicted
as having born from the brow of Goddess Durga during one of her battles
with the evil forces. As the legend goes, in the battle, Kali was so much
involved in the killing spree that she got carried away and began
destroying everything in sight. To stop her, Lord Shiva threw himself under
her feet. Shocked at this sight, Kali stuck out her tongue in astonishment
and put an end to her homicidal rampage. Hence the common image of Kali
shows her in her mêlée mood, standing with one foot on Shiva's chest, with
her enormous tongue stuck out.
The Fearful Symmetry
Kali is represented with perhaps the fiercest features amongst all the
world's deities. She has four arms, with a sword in one hand and the head
of a demon in another. The other two hands bless her worshippers, and say,
"fear not"! She has two dead heads for her earrings, a string of skulls as
a necklace, and a girdle made of human hands as her clothing. Her tongue
protrudes from her mouth, her eyes are red, and her face and breasts are
sullied with blood. She stands with one foot on the thigh, and another on
the chest of her husband, Shiva.
Awesome Symbols
Kali's fierce form is strewed with awesome symbols. Her black complexion
symbolizes her all-embracing and transcendental nature. Says the
Mahanirvana Tantra: "Just as all colors disappear in black, so all names
and forms disappear in her". Her nudity is primeval, fundamental, and
transparent like Nature — the earth, sea, and sky. Kali is free from the
illusory covering, for she is beyond all maya or "false consciousness."
Kali's garland of fifty human heads that stands for the fifty letters of
the Sanskrit alphabet, symbolizes infinite knowledge.
Her girdle of severed human hands signifies work and liberation from the
cycle of karma. Her white teeth show her inner purity, and her red lolling
tongue indicates her omnivorous nature — "her indiscriminate enjoyment of
all the world's 'flavors'." Her sword is the destroyer of false
consciousness and the eight bonds that bind us.
Her three eyes represent past, present, and future, — the three modes of
time — an attribute that lies in the very name Kali ('Kala' in Sanskrit
means time). The eminent translator of Tantrik texts, Sir John Woodroffe in
Garland of Letters, writes, "Kali is so called because She devours Kala
(Time) and then resumes Her own dark formlessness."
Kali's proximity to cremation grounds where the five elements or "Pancha
Mahabhuta" come together and all worldly attachments are absolved, again
point to the cycle of birth and death. The reclined Shiva lying prostrate
under the feet of Kali suggests that without the power of Kali (Shakti),
Shiva is inert.
Forms, Temples, and Devotees
Kali's guises and names are diverse. Shyama, Adya Ma, Tara Ma, and Dakshina
Kalika, Chamundi are popular forms. Then there is Bhadra Kali, who is
gentle, Shyamashana Kali, who lives only in the cremation ground, and so
on. The most notable Kali temples are in Eastern India — Dakshineshwar and
Kalighat in Kolkata (Calcutta) and Kamakhya in Assam, a seat of tantric
practices. Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, Swami Vivekananda, Vamakhyapa, and
Ramprasad are some of the legendary devotees of Kali. One thing was common
to these saints — all of them loved the goddess as intimately as they loved
their own mother.
"My child, you need not know much in order to please Me.
Only Love Me dearly.
Speak to me, as you would talk to your mother,
if she had taken you in her arms."
So not a goddess?
Subramanya Bharathi on kali https://youtu.be/IXBHT0XJ0AI
K Rajaram IRS 11524
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On Sat, 11 May 2024 at 08:55, 'gopala krishnan' via Thatha_Patty <
[email protected]> wrote:
> *CULTURAL QA 05-2024-11A*
>
> *All the BELOW QA are from Quora digest to me on 11-05-2024.*
>
> * Quora answers need not be 100% correct answers *
>
> *.Compiled **and posted by R. Gopala krishnan, on 11-05-2024*
>
> *Q1 In Mahabharata, what was the reaction of Draupadi after
> learning that Karna was an elder son of Kunti?*
>
> A1 Vishnu Kumar,2y
>
> Initially Draupadi was upset, after a day or two she advises Yudhisthira
> to return to normalcy and take up his royal duties.
>
> Later all the other Pandavas except for Yudhisthira, also return to
> performing their routine princely duties.
>
> However Yudhisthira and Kunti until their death, continue to grieve and
> mourn the death of Karna.
>
> So that is the answer.
>
> *Q2 What is the single greatest piece of career advice, and
> why?*
>
> A2 Kanthaswamy Balasubramaniam, Lives in Chennai, Tamil Nadu,
> India Dec 5
>
> A 50 year old clerk gave me one of my most valuable pieces of career advise
>
> It was 1983, I was a new young bank officer and my branch manager 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 file and
> will send it to the branch by tomorrow, meanwhile he needs the money badly
> to secure a tender for Dal, so just issue him a DD for ₹27 Lakhs as Loan
> against 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 the application. He will
> bring the application. Just stamp it and send it back with the 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.He was
> a clerk but by choice. His family owned a very prosperous department store.
>
> Meanwhile the Peon and customer both came. The Customer had an application
> and below was written “Manager permitted emergency authorization by ZM” in
> PENCIL.
>
> I was ready to issue the DD and consequently my life would have been very
> different.Luckily another Madam called Mrs Shelke WENT FOR LUNCH
>
> SoVI said “Sorry Sir. Madam has to enter in the ledger and only 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 kya tha”
>
> I repeated the whole thing and he simply said “Office main itne saare pen
> hain. Hamara budget 30,000 ka sirf pen pe jaata hai to yeh Pencil main kyun
> likh raha hain???” (We have so many pens and spend 30K on pens itself so
> WHY IS HE WRITING WITH A PENCIL)
>
> I looked blank. He looked and said “It's a good thing you didn't become a
> lawyer. You don't have the brains” and started laughing.
>
> Then I realized that the ZM would simply erase his instructions and claim
> I dubiously issued the DD and that there was no FD at all 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 dumb rookie 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 the ZM)
>
> I spoke to the RM and he said “Okay. Ask for a letter from the Customer
> saying he went to the ZM and the ZM sent him to the branch with the
> Application and instructions and that the ZM has collected the FD receipt”
>
> This was to call the bluff because if there was no FD, the customer would
> hesitate.
>
> I said “Sir if he gives me the letter and runs away with the money?”
>
> He said “To apna pet pakadke bhaago. Bolo emergency hain, pet dard hain
> aur ghar bhag jao” (Then clutch your stomach and run out saying you have 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 I was not an
> achiever and the customer threatened to take all his deposits out.I kept
> 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 of Maharashtra and got
> into trouble because the customer escaped with multiple debts.THAT COULD
> HAVE BEEN ME
>
> It's why I advice all you young POs to always be friendly with the
> clerks.You get invaluable experience
>
> Deshmane Sir liked me because I respected him, called him sir and never
> showed any airs
>
> Some others would ignore clerks and think they were a class apart. In such
> cases the clerks watch was you put yourself into such situations and enjoy
> them
>
> I advised many on Quora-Whenever your superior asks something like that
> ask him to PUT IT IN WRITING and in a Pen not Pencil (Email OK).
>
> *Q3 Is Kali a god?*
>
> A3 Udyan Trivedi, Senior Project Engineer at Wipro (Indian
> company) (2022–present)2y
>
> No, Kali is a demon who was almost defeated by King Parikshit during the
> last years of Dwaparyuga.
>
> He was created during Samudra Manthan when Mahadev drank the whole poison
> Halahal churned out from the ocean but some drop fell and created a being
> known as Kali demon. He is ruling the current age and sitting in mind of
> 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 sometimes referred to as
> Kaliyuga Ravan.
>
> *Q4 How can watermelon be good for diabetics?*
>
> A4 Weights Loss Diet, Health Director | Loving Father |
> Business Director1y
>
> Watermelon is a delicious and nutritious fruit that is enjoyed by many
> people around the world. Despite its sweet taste, watermelon is relatively
> low in sugar and calories, making it a great choice for people with
> diabetes.
>
> Here are some of the ways in which watermelon can be good for diabetics:
>
> 1. Low glycemic index: The glycemic index is a measure of how quickly a
> particular food raises blood sugar levels. Foods with a high glycemic index
> can cause a rapid spike in blood sugar levels, which can be problematic for
> people with diabetes. Watermelon, however, has a relatively low glycemic
> index, meaning that it does not cause a significant increase in blood sugar
> levels.
>
> 2. High in fiber: Fiber is an important nutrient for people with 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 several important
> nutrients, including vitamins A and C, potassium, and lycopene. These
> nutrients can help support overall health and may also have specific
> benefits for people with diabetes.
>
> 4. Hydrating: Staying hydrated is important for people with diabetes, as
> dehydration can cause blood sugar levels to rise. Watermelon is more than
> 90% water, making it a great choice for staying hydrated throughout the day.
>
> Despite these benefits, it is important for people with diabetes to be
> mindful of their overall carbohydrate intake, as even low-sugar fruits
> like watermelon can contribute to overall carbohydrate intake. It is
> generally recommended that people with diabetes aim to consume a balanced
> diet that includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean
> proteins.
>
> In summary, watermelon can be a great choice for people with diabetes, as
> it is low in sugar, high in fiber, and rich in important nutrients. By
> incorporating watermelon into a balanced diet, people with diabetes can
> enjoy a delicious and nutritious fruit that supports overall health and
> helps manage blood sugar levels.
>
> *Q5 What are some interesting facts?*
>
> A5 Shristi, Studied Economics Updated Mar 9
>
> 1A one-way trip on the Trans-Siberian Railway involves crossing 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.
>
>
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