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Director’s Message Dear Students, We at the Department of Pre-university Education, Karnataka strive to empower each student to dream big and equip them with the tools that enable them to reach new heights and successfully deal with the challenges of life. As Swami Vivekananda said, "Real education is that which enables one to stand on one's own legs". The course contents in this book are designed with the objective of equipping you well for the next level of study. We wish you well on your journey and look forward to you becoming a responsible citizen of the nation and give back to the betterment of the society. With best wishes, Sd/- C. Shikha, IAS Director Department of Pre University Education Bengaluru
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