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Websites for students

The following is a look at some of the most comprehensive—and reliable— educational websites a student can bookmark and use to research school projects and homework assignments. Math and science Math.com This site provides help in a number of mathematics-related subjects, including basic grade-school math, calculus, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and statistics. Practice exercises are automatically graded—and this free site also features a glossary, calculators, homework tips, math games, and lesson plans for teachers. Science Made Simple Science classes—including the ubiquitous science project—aren't as easy for some to grasp as they are for others. At Science Made Simple, elementary and middle school students can get detailed answers to many science questions, read current news articles related to science, get ideas on school projects, and take advantage of unit conversion tables. Users can also find out if their school's textbooks pass the test. HowStuffWorks Ever

Bharat Ratna Award

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Bharat Ratna Award Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian honour , given for exceptional service towards advancement of Art, Literature and Science, and in recognition of Public Service of the highest order. The original specifications for the award called for a circular gold medal, 35 mm in diameter, with the sun and the Hindi legend " Bharat Ratna " above and a floral wreath below. The reverse was to carry the state emblem and motto. It was to be worn around the neck from a white ribbon. The provision of Bharat Ratna was introduced in 1954. The first ever Indian to receive this award was the famous scientist, Chandrasekhara  Venkata Raman (1954). Since then, many dignitaries, each a whiz in varied aspects of their career has received this coveted award. The following are the 41 recipients of the Bharat Ratna Award till July, 2011 :- Name of Awardee Year Country/state Field Pt.  Bhimsen Joshi 2008 Karnataka Arts Lata Mangeshkar 2001 Maharashtra Arts Late. Ustad  Bismilla

Padmanabh Temple- Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

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Padmnabh Temple Pdmnabswami temple in Trivandrum, Kerala , famous Hindu temple of Lord Vishnu . Padmanabha Swamy Temple is one of India's major Vaishnava temples, the magnificent 18th century temple was built by the Travnkorke Martanda Varma Maharaja. A trust controlled by the royal family sees the work. Its magnificent temple architecture and a series of granite columns with the thousand-headed statue of Lord Vishnu lying down on the rest of the snake is known for. Six secret room in the temple, which was marked A Ftk. In 2011, a devotee of the Supreme Court petition was ordered to open all the rooms. The A and B would have to close by 1872.           On 2 July 2011 , approximately Indian Rupee symbol.svg 500 billion (US$11.15 billion) worth of gold, jewels, and other treasures were unearthed in the vaults of the temple. Several 18th century Napoleonic era coins were found, as well as a gold idol of Mahavishnu and ceremonial attire for adorning the deity in the form of 16-part

Amer Fort, Jaipur

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Amer Fort Amber Fort (Amer Fort) is located in 11 kilometres from Jaipur, Rajasthan, India . It is a mesmerizing blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Raja Man Singh built Amer Palace in 16th century. Amber is the classic and romantic fort- palace with a magnificent aura. The interior wall of the palace depicts expressive painting scenes with carvings, precious stones and mirror settings. In the foreground is the Maota Lake, providing a breathtaking look. *Fort Attractions* Old Amber Palace : The Old Palace lies at the base of the Jaigarh Fort. This area was the original Amber before Man Singh I came along and went on a building spree. Shila Devi Temple : Entry into Shila Mata Temple is through Singh Pol. The temple is devoted to Shila Mata ( Goddess Kali), the goddess of victory and houses a black marble idol of the goddess which was brought here from Jessore by Raja Man Sigh in 1604. You would find nine images of Goddess Durga (strength) and ten forms of Goddess Saraswati ( kno