What is Summary? How to summarize ?

The term 'summary' is a brief statement mentioning the main points of omething or presenting the substance in a condensed or concise form. It is a short statement that gives only the main points of the original text. It should contain the main idea and the most immediate and important supporting details. It is always shorter than the original text, often about 1/3 as long as the original. However, it varies depending upon the nature of the original text and the purpose of summarizing it. It needs accurate reading and analytical ability.

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