Social Science exhibition themed 'Universe and its progress' held at Lourdes Central School
Mangaluru: Lourdes Central School conducted Social Science Exhibition on 19th October 2019 celebrating various intriguing wonders of the universe. The theme of the exhibition was ‘The Universe and its Progress’.
The inaugural function was organised at the open stage of school marked the beginning of the exhibition. Manager Rev. Fr. Wilson Vitus D’Souza, Principal Rev. Fr. Robert D’Souza and Vice Principal Belita Mascarenhas unveiled the spectacular centre piece made by a group of class XII students which represented the evolution of our world in the universe and the progress of humanity that complements it. The centrepiece consisted of two parts. The first being the different stages of the earth and the other the transformation of Homo sapiens from an ape to a fully grown man. The man also symbolises time that progresses as we evolve in the world we live in.
Hiya Hegde, Nidhi Kishore, Prakrithi Monteiro and Adora Mascarenhas of class X wonderfully demonstrated a model on self-sustainable homes.
The Principal then addressed the event and spoke about his take on the event, followed by the Manager’s address.
Students of classes VI, VII and VIII performed dance themed ‘Malekoylu Maadona Banniro’.
Students of class X concluded the programme with a play conveying a message on Water Conservation.
The exhibition that commenced at 8:15am, was held as a class wise competition, where the topics for each class was given beforehand. Landforms, Conservation of Resources and Universe were the themes given to students of class VI. The informative models that were displayed by these students helped in better understanding of their subjects and the relevance of certain necessities invoked a sense of commitment towards nature. There were models displaying the various landforms, solar system, constellation etc.
Class VII was given Endogenic and Exogenic forces along with Natural Vegetation and Wildlife, and Transport and Communication. The innovative models on national parks and bird sanctuaries proved that these students are socially aware and sensitive to the environment. The various working models of different transportation reassure us that our ticket to the future will be smooth and safe.
Industries, a rather inquisitive topic was assigned to class VIII. Their perception of what our industries have become today and its past proves to us that the young ones are well aware and thorough with all that they learn in classrooms. Students displayed a plethora of models regarding iron and steel industry, paper industry, poultry etc.
A more relevant topic of Disaster Management and Water Conservation was given to the students of class IX. At a time like this, where our country and the world is in dire need of new schemes that can help cope with the recent destruction, the creative models offer a spectrum of new ideas that just show us how wonderfully well informed and innovative the youth can be.
Class X was also given Water Conservation along with Consumer Rights. The projects on water conservation included drip irrigation, rain water harvesting, rain garden etc. The students came up with ingenious concepts that are very requisite in a time like today where every person deserves to have the freedom and voice of their own.
All these significant topics inculcate in young minds the capability of creating a healthy future and leading us to it. The practical application of their scholastic knowledge helped them learn their concepts better. The success of the Social Science Exhibition of 2019 renders a new tool of knowledge to young minds and enhances innovation and creativity amongst them.
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UP Cong holds statewide protest seeking probe into FIR against Swami Avimukteshwaranand
Lucknow (PTI): The Uttar Pradesh Congress on Wednesday staged a statewide protest demanding a fair and transparent inquiry into the FIR lodged against Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati and those who filed the complaint against him.
In a statement issued here, the party said memorandums addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi were submitted through district magistrates in all districts of the state.
Uttar Pradesh Congress spokesperson Manish Hindvi told PTI that the memorandums were handed over through the district administration in all 75 districts.
In the memorandum, the party alleged that Saraswati and his disciples were "unnecessarily harassed and humiliated" by police on the occasion of Amavasya and were prevented from taking a ritual bath (at the Magh Mela). It further alleged that some disciples were manhandled and taken to a police station.
The memorandum also claimed that an FIR was later registered against Saraswati, his disciple Swami Mukundanand Brahmachari and several unidentified persons in a sexual harassment case. It termed the case a "conspiracy" aimed at tarnishing the seer's reputation.
Citing Articles 25 and 26 of the Constitution, the memorandum stated that these provisions guarantee religious freedom and the right of religious denominations to manage their own affairs.
It described the position of shankaracharya held by Saraswati as "one of the highest spiritual posts in Sanatan tradition" and alleged that the entire episode appeared to have been "orchestrated in a planned manner".
"We request that the background of the persons who got the FIR registered be investigated in a transparent manner by a retired high court judge and strict action be taken against them," the memorandum said.
It also sought a "fair and transparent probe" into the allegations levelled against Saraswati so that the truth could be established.
Earlier, Uttar Pradesh Congress president Ajay Rai had told reporters in Varanasi after meeting Saraswati that the party stood firmly with him.
The Congress said it would continue to press for an impartial inquiry into the entire episode.
On February 21, an FIR was lodged in Prayagraj against Saraswati and his disciple Mukundanand Brahmachari on charges of sexually abusing two persons, including a minor, over the past year at a gurukul and religious congregations, including the recently concluded Magh Mela.
Days after he was booked, Saraswati had said on Monday that he would not oppose his arrest and asserted that the "fabricated story" would be exposed sooner or later.
At a press conference on Wednesday, Saraswati alleged that criminals rule in Uttar Pradesh, level allegations and influence investigations, as he denied having any contact with the two persons for whose alleged sexual abuse he has been booked.
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