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Radheshyam Zanwar is the founder of Zanwar Classes which prepares aspirants for competitive exams such as MHT-CET, IIT-JEE and NEET-UG.
Based in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, it provides coaching for Class 10 and Class 12 students as well.
Since the last 25 years, Radheshyam has been teaching mathematics to Class 11 and Class 12 students and coaching them for engineering and medical entrance examinations.
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ABHIJIT Question by ABHIJIT on Aug 16, 2024Hindi
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My Son 13 years, is in 8th std ,ICSE student, When he was in 7th std he was doing good in his MCQ pattern ,But when he entered in 8th std he's become a average student academically, From 8th std school has started taking written Exams of 40marks Terminals,& its found he's not good at learning the answers by heart, Till the 7th std there were no written exams and from 8th std regular written exams has started ,its looks difficult for him to by heart the answers in History,Geography,Science,Hindi, subjects, So how to solve this issue.

Ans: Hi Abhijeet

This is a very usual case. Whenever a child shifts from one method to another, it takes some time to upgrade himself to the new pattern. MCQ test pattern and Written test pattern are different. Both patterns require different skills.

In short, your son is struggling to adapt to the new format of written exams in 8th grade. This shift from MCQs to written exams requires different study techniques, such as active recall, effective note-taking, and practice writing.

To help him improve, you can:
1) Encourage him to use active recall techniques like flashcards and quizzes.
2) Teach him effective note-taking methods like the Cornell method or mind mapping.
3) Help him practice writing essays and join a writing group if possible.
4) Assist him in creating a study schedule and breaking down assignments into smaller tasks.

At last, keep patient, every child is different. Give him some time to adjust to the new pattern. Your motion and support are much needed at this stage and that too without showing any panic on your face.

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02. Expected Sale Price (2026) Rs.112.50 (L).
03. No Cost/Expenses were incurred during 12.02.2019 to 2026 (expected Sale date).
04. You will have to pay LTCG based on these figures.
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05 (b). Since you occupied this Flat during the period from 2001 (date of valuation) till June-2019, you can claim Maintenance & Renovation Cost during this period, if any. This shall reduce your tax liability.
05 (c). Cost or Value an on date of completion certificate, is not relevant in this case. Cost of newly build flat shall be considered as explained in above points.
06. LTCG shall be taxed at rate of 12.50% without Indexation or @ 20% with Indexation.
07. Exemption can be claimed u/s 54 if you purchase another Residential unit, with in specified time. You can also purchase Capital Gain Bonds up to Rs.50.00 (L) to save Tax.
08. You are most Welcome to write for any further details or points, if required. Thanks.

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