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Work is worship but then it is also very important to have work life balance. But, then there are some who believe that work is part of life and should not be associated with a particular day or time. Let us have a look at some of the questions related to weekends and work and their possible answers.

Do you know anyone who works at weekends?

Well, I would say I know a lot of people who know how to associate weekends and work, including me. We are actually a group of four people and during weekends we go out and travel around places and click photos, do interviews, meet people and get to know a lot about the place. On Sundays, we then work late night to compile all our work and present it in a form of a blog and a video. It is lot of fun, but also lot of work.

Should people be working or resting on Saturdays and Sundays?

I think a person should work on themselves during the weekends. Because, it is very important to upgrade oneself in this changing society. There are lot of things that we don’t know and lot of things that we can learn and I think its weekends when we can actually expand our horizons. So, definitely a person should not do the same old work but work on themselves during weekends.

Do you think working people need to take a rest on weekend?

Of course yes. It is always a good idea to spend some time with your family and friends as it is very important for leading a balanced life. But apart from this, I think people should also indulge in some extra curricular activity like reading a novel or joining a sports club or may be being part of dramatics. It is very important to be doing different thing as it allows a person to expand their horizons.

Do you think people should be asked to work on weekends?

I believe there should not be any compulsion on people to work on weekends and they should be allowed to do whatever they want to do. Because, as the old adage goes, all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.

Is it important for people to have weekends off?

I think definitely yes. It allows a person to do something more than just the daily nine to five job. It allows the person the freedom to have a work life balance and also improve on areas that they are weak in or areas that interest them. Like, I have known so many people who are passionate about photography or other activities and pursue them during the weekends off.

Should people be paid more money if they work on weekend?

Paying people for working on weekends might not be a great idea, according to me, because I think it will compel people to do work on weekends for some extra money, giving them no time to improve on their other aspects.

Do you think it is reasonable that employees be paid at a higher rate for working overtime?

Paying more for people who work overtime is surely a very positive decision, according to me. The reason being they are working more and are taking time out of their personal lives for the company and at the end of the day, this increased work is helping the company grow better. So, I think the employee must be given his/her share of reward.

If you were asked to work on the weekend, do you think it would be reasonable to ask for extra pay?

To start off, I don’t think I would prefer working on weekends, even if it is for money. But, ever if I have to work on weekends it will definitely be for money and I think it will be very reasonable to ask for extra pay.

I think it is very reasonable for an extra pay if someone has to work on weekend, because there needs to be some motivating factor for a person to do a job even at weekend. If the person gets the same money as his/her peers who don’t work at weekends, it might leave the employee with the feeling of betrayal, which is not a very good sign for the company.

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Television! Who does not know about it? No matter how busy you have got with your lives, there was a time you watched television, enjoyed those cartoons and had fights with your siblings for the remote. Let us have a look at some of the questions related to television and their possible answers.

Do you watch television a lot?

Well, I used to watch but now I have altogether stopped watching it.

Oh! I love watching television. It is something that helps me break off stress after a tiring day.

What do you usually watch on television?

I really don’t watch television, but when I used to, I loved watching romantic serials and the history channel.

I love watching travel shows and discovery channel. Also, I like watching the old cartoon series. For some reasons, I think they were the best we could ever have.

How many hours of television do you really watch?

Per day, I would say I watch around an hour of television. This includes either watching a entire one episode of bbc travel or may be listening to some songs.

What are the most popular shows in your country?

Well, my country is divided in two parts for television. The elder generation and the younger ones.But then there are some enjoyed by all. Like Comedy nights with kapil, ballika vadhu, Code red.

What kind of shows do you like to watch?

I like watching serials with some historical content in it, like ashoka samrat or the history channel. Also, I love watching Mtv and channel V shows. One of my favorite being girls on top.

What are some advantages of television?

Television is a good time killer, I believe. It keeps people entertained and joined together. So, there are friends made who like the same show and then they talk about it, discuss the story line. It keeps people imagination opened up. Also, it is good way to be informed about the daily happenings of the world.

What are some of the disadvantages of television?

Television, if seen more than necessary can make yo dumb. Because it is sort of hearing activity when you are not using more of your senses on reacting and the mind is not working. You are just watching whatever is going on. This can make the mind dull. Also, it affects your life, when people get stuck to it. Most people procrastinate on their work and exams because of it and I think that leads to lot of trouble.

What did you last watch on television?

I think the last time I saw television was some months ago. I don’t know. These days with so much happening on internet, television too an extent has got a little outdated.

I think yesterday was the last time I watched television. I was actually watching a show on the mysore history and it was quite fascinating to see it.

Why do you think certain TV shows are so popular?

I think  the only reason that TV shows become so popular is because they are able to connect with the nerve of the individual. So, like I love watching girls on top because it is story of three girls trying to make big in a big city. This is a story of so many girls. So, they surely watch it and make the show popular.

Do you like to watch TV? – How often do you do it?

I am not really fond of television as such. So, you can find me seeing television very rarely. Like may be sometime in two months or when there is a cricket match. I like watching matches on television because the entire family comes together to watch it.

Do you think children are addicted to TV these days?

Too an extent yes they are. But, I believe that with internet coming out and the play stations and other video games coming into market, television has surely got a little side. But, then when we are talking of those very little kids like below 12, I think certainly yes, they are addicted to television.

Has television changed your life in any way?

I believe that watching television has benefited me in some way, as well as bringing me some detrimental consequences. Watching television program enabled me to broaden my vision because I came to know so much more about the world, but later on I got addicted to it. So, I had to wear glasses from a very early age.

Do you think television has changed in the past few decades?

Yes, as the techniques have advanced in these years, the TV has also developed a lot. They have become thinner and clearer. Also, you can do internet, connect them with whatever device you have and do so much more. Earlier the screen was made with plasma panel making TV size way too big, but with LED and LCD coming in, there has been lot of improvement on size.

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Describe a family member who is successful. 

You should say

• Who is the person
• How often do you see each other
• What does he/she do

Explain why he/she is successful.

 

ANSWER

Success, I think is a very relative term. What might be success for one may not be for other. But, I think, in my family it is my father who is the most successful. He belonged to a family where education was not compulsory but yet he did it, fighting all the odds and got himself into a government job.

He is an excellent engineer. And an all rounder in that! Although he is a electrical engineer he can very easily solve the other issues like those related to mechanical. He was even the chief architect of our house, making optimum use of the land that was given

Yes surely he is not the CEO of a company but he does a really great job when it comes to overall life!! I think the reason why my dad is really successful is because he is very optimistic. Rarely have I seen my father fumbling over any problem or getting trnsed because of some pressure. You can always see a smile on his face and I think it really does make a difference.

My job requires me to travel a lot so we are not able to see each other too often but we are always connected, either on phone or any other social media.

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Marriage is that beautiful relationship that we all, at some point of time in our lives, want to be part of. There are so many romantic movies that we see and then so much that we think about, but then there is a different opinion about it as well. There are some who think marriage is just a bond that ties people by force. No matter what the opinion of people be, we shall today have a look at some of the questions related to marriage and their possible answers.

What is the attitude towards marriage in your country?Marriage is regarded a very sacred relationship in my country. When two people decide to get married, either by their own choice or by their parents wish, it is usually a big deal and you can see preparations starting off months before the actual day of marriage. People, families and everyone reunites and it is more very glamarous and yet traditional.

What are some of the advantages of marriage?

Marriage, according to me, brings a lot of stability in a person. So, like I have seen so many broken and shattered people regaining life after marriage. They know that there is someone to comfort them and it is really beautiful. You can share your sorrows and happiness. Yes, this is possible even when you are not married, but with commitment, I think comes more of love.

What are some of the disadvantages of marriage?

I think it depends on the person you get married to. So, if the person is too bossy and you don’t love your partner, it is a  living hell. There have been cases of depression, marital rapes and lot more and it usually happens because the society burdens the individual with the relationship. So, like may be the marriage did not turned out well, it becomes difficult for people to get out of it, which makes it a issue.

Do you think people should be allowed to get divorced?

I think definitely yes. Often, it so happens that we get married but get to know the different shades of the person later on, which they might have been hiding for such a long time. May be it become intolerable and I think every individual should have the full right to do what they want to with their lives. Not allowing people to take divorce may take away the liberty from the individual.

Do you plan on getting married?

Well, I think I am too young for that. Right now, my entire focus is on making myself a better individual, capable of taking better decisions. So, that is where the focus lies. But, definitely if I ever fall in love, I will get married.

What presents are suitable for weeding in your country?

Well, most people give things that help the new wedded couple in starting a new life. So, you can see people giving clothes, cookery items, furniture, etc. Some even go on to give lavish gifts like a holiday tour. But, it all depends on how close the individual is with the couple getting married.

Do you think money spent on wedding is wasted?

I think too an extent yes. But then for those whom wedding is a very big deal, I don’t think there is any problem in doing a wedding in grand size. After all it is an individual choice.

Why do non-religious people choose to get married in churches?

I think because when you are getting married in a church there is no religion as such involved. Obviously, Christianity is there but then the vows that people take there are more of individual and away from lot of customs which often come along with a Hindu marriage.

How long should a couple wait before getting married?

I believe at least a couple of years, so may be like 2 or 3 years. Because, in that period of time, you get to know enough of the person. Although, one can never guarantee of what is going to happen, but still if you know a person for more than three years, I believe you know them enough to actually go on and lead a beautiful life together.

What is the secret of a successful marriage?

Well, I thought it is trust and love and care but I have now come to realize that for any relationship to work there is only one thing required and that is determination. One has to have that firm will that no matter what, I am going to spend my life with this person. Because, when you have that sort of will it becomes easier to live life. Obviously, this will should be from both sides, else it turns out to be a mere obsession. Also, I think it is important that people talk. Because, when couples stop talking to each other, half of the relationship is then and there over.

Should unhappy couples get divorced?

I believe, one should give their 100 percent to a relationship. So, if the relationship is not working, I think first step should be an attempt to make it work out. But, if one sees no hope or their are trust issues, I think it is better to get divorced.

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