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Mind Mapping is the method or process of focusing on the central idea, and thinking and establishing new and related articles out of that central idea. It is a natural process of human mind. One can focus on the key issue or idea and can search for their relevant branches. Mind map have no end points. To every branch there is a connecting branch.

Mind mapping can be used in every aspect of life, be it personal or professional. It is a technique which was introduced by Tony Buzan in late 60's. This method helps people to learn more effectively and efficiently. Mind map is now being used by businesses, schools, institutions and universities.

The traditional method or style of preparing notes was not an active process. Just preparing notes does not involve brain. If one involves brain in organizing or structuring the given information then he/she may remember it for a longer period of time. People who use this method of mind mapping, have found that they can retain the given information or knowledge for a longer period of time as in this method, they do not need to mug-up things,

Mind map is considered to be one of the most effective thinking tools and helps in clearing thought, constructing and organizing information systematically and communicating the information clearly. While constructing a mind map, one need to have a good quality blank paper, which can present the colors properly, correcting tape, color pens, pencils and highlighters. One shpuld use colors effectively to make the map attractive and eye-catching. Arrows, pictures and rectangular/circular boxes should also be used judiciously. Its always advisable to construct the map in a single page in order to avoid confusion.

To understand a mind map, one should start from the center and then proceed to sub-center for sub- themes. These are the places where key words should be mentioned. It is always advisable to print mind maps instead of writing them.

Certain characteristics of mind mapping are:

* The focus is on the central image * Central image helps in providing various branches * Branches carry key words printed in single lines.

Some of the benefits of Mind Map are:

* It saves time and energy while constructing * It saves time in reading * It helps in memorizing and retaining the information for a longer time * Pictures and colors make things more attractive

Therefore, it can be said that the way the mind map is prepared helps in maintaining the data in a practical, pictorial and structural manner and can prove to be an asset if prepared well.