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ThAct: Research and Writing

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 This task is given by Prakruti ma'am.   Long Question : Explain the relationship between research and writing according to the MLA Handbook How does research function as a process of inquiry rather than information gathering? Ans . According to the MLA Handbook (7th ed.), research and writing are closely connected and develop together. Research is not something completed before writing begins; instead, writing helps shape and refine research. As a writer reads sources, takes notes, and drafts ideas, new questions arise. This ongoing interaction between reading, thinking, and writing strengthens the argument. The handbook explains that research is a process of inquiry, meaning it begins with curiosity and questioning. A researcher does not simply collect facts to fill pages. Instead, they ask meaningful questions about a topic, explore different viewpoints, evaluate evidence, and form their own interpretation. Research involves analyzing sources critically, comparing ideas, an...

ThAct: Revolution twenty 20

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 This blog task is given by Dilip Barad Sir,  Teacher's Blog . Introduction - Chetan Bhagat’s Revolution 2020 is not merely a romantic novel but a layered narrative that explores the moral and social dilemmas faced by contemporary Indian youth. Set against the backdrop of Varanasi, the novel intertwines personal relationships with larger societal issues such as corruption in education and politics, the struggle for ethical success, and the desire for systemic change. Through the lives of Gopal, Raghav, and Aarti, Bhagat presents a powerful commentary on how ambition, love, morality, and revolution intersect in a flawed socio-political environment. The novel centers on three young individuals whose aspirations and choices reflect broader tensions within Indian society. Gopal’s pursuit of wealth and recognition highlights the temptations of corruption and compromised ambition. In contrast, Raghav embodies idealism and the spirit of reform, striving to challenge systemic injusti...

National Workshop on Academic Writing-2025 at Department of English, MKBU

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The National Workshop on Academic Writing (2026) was a landmark intellectual event organized by the Department of English, Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University (MKBU) under the promotion of the Knowledge Consortium of Gujarat (KCG), Government of Gujarat. Designed as an intensive five-day academic immersion, the workshop aimed to equip postgraduate students, research scholars, and early career researchers with advanced competencies in scholarly writing, research methodology, publication ethics, and responsible use of digital tools in academic contexts. In contemporary higher education and research environments, academic writing remains a foundational yet technically demanding skill. Unlike general or creative writing, academic prose requires objectivity, logical coherence, evidence-based argumentation, and methodological precision. The workshop responded to this challenge by framing academic writing as both a cognitive practice and a rhetorical discipline — one in which ide...

Lab Activity: Revolution Twenty 20

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 This blog task is given by Dilip Barad sir, Activity 1: Character Mapping: Reflective Note: Patterns of Power and Morality in the Infographic The infographic reveals a triangular pattern of power structured around education, politics, and media , with Gopal Mishra positioned at the apex, symbolizing pragmatic success. Power circulates through institutions rather than individuals: private colleges, political patronage, regulatory bodies, and market-driven education form an interconnected system. MLA Shukla-ji and AICTE inspectors visually represent institutional authority that enables corruption under the guise of legality, suggesting that power operates through normalization rather than overt coercion. In contrast, morality appears fragmented and marginalized. Raghav Kashyap, placed outside the central power structure, embodies ethical resistance through journalism, yet his position indicates vulnerability and isolation. Aarti Pradhan functions as a mediator, linking personal rela...