2026-07-072026-07-07http://salesiana.dossiersoluciones.com/handle/123456789/40858Here I briefly discuss why supersymmetry is considered a leading candidate of physics beyond the standard model. I also highlight the salient features of different supersymmetry breaking models. A few other symmetries, broken or intact, asscociated with any realistic supersymmetric model are also identified. This write-up is too simple-minded for an expert on supersymmetry. It is basically intended for those who are busy in other areas of high energy physics.18 pages, Latex; to appear in a special issue of Indian Journal of Physics on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the journal; v2: Minor changes, references addedHigh Energy Physics - Phenomenologytext