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Subrat SaurabhAuthor of Kuch Woh Pal
This book by Dr. Krishnanand titled "Transcending Barriers: Capacity Building and Personality Development Guide for Youth in India" is a comprehensive guide to help young people overcome the challenges they face in today's world. This book aims to empower youth by providing them with the tools and strategies they need to build their capacity, develop their skills, and achieve their full potential. The book is divided into five sections that cover a wide range of topics related to capacity building and personality development. The first section explores the various barriers that can limit opportunities for young people, including gender, socio-economic status, and cultural biases. The second section focuses on capacity building strategies, such as mentorship, coaching, and experiential learning, that can help individuals overcome these barriers and achieve their goals. With practical tips, real-life examples, and expert insights, "Transcending Barriers" is an essential guide for anyone looking to develop their capacity and achieve their goals. It can be used by individuals, organizations, and institutions to enhance their capacity-building efforts and empower young people across India. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to overcome barriers and challenges and realize their full potential.
Dr. Krishnanand
Dr.Krishnanand is the Founder and Director at TheGeoecologist, an online learning initiative for the youth. He graduated from Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of Delhi, India and was awarded “Best student of the college across all disciplines” in 2009 and “Gold medal” in 2010. He completed his masters and Ph.D from Department of Geography, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi in Cold Desert Mountain Ecosystem assessing the Geodiversity and Human Response in Lahaul and Spiti, Himachal Pradesh, India.
Dr.Krishnanand is a specialist in Cold Desert Mountain Ecosystem. His Ph.D work is the maiden attempt by any Indian to map Geodiversity in the Trans-Himalayan region. He is an avid field researcher and photographer with two Geographical Documentaries to his credit- Exploring Ladakh A Geoecological Perspective and Spiti Valley Project. His areas of interest include Geoecology, Geotourism, Geodiversity, Geomorphosites, Fossil Park, Geoparks, Field Work and Documentary Making.
He has presented and published his research at several international and national conferences and Journals. He was the only Indian and South-Asian to represent at the Geodiversity Training and Workshop Program, organized by International Association of Geomorphologists and Polish Academy of Sciences, Poland in August, 2019.
He was awarded the scholarship as an Early Career Scientist by European Geosciences Union for Eurogeo-2021 conference held at Vienna, Austria. His work on Geoheritage and Geotourism in Trans-Himalaya was recognised at Oxford Geoheritage Virtual Conference (OXGVC), 25-29 MAY, 2020.
He has published two books titled “Geodiversity and Human Response in Lahaul & Spiti” and “Geodiversity and Geomorphosites in India” in the year 2023 which is available on Amazon and Flipkart for the readers.
He successfully runs a YouTube Channel by the name of “TheGeoecologist” and his courses are available on the website: www.thegeoecologist.com
LIST OF COURSES ON THE WEBSITE
1. UPSC- Geography Optional ( Hindi+ English Versions)
2. UGC NET Geography ( Mixed language)
3. Revision Course- MA Entrance(mixed language)]
4. Answer Writing- Geography Optional (UPSC)
