A: Technically, yes. But practically, no. Varnams have gamakas (oscillations) that cannot be written in standard notation. Use the PDF to review what your teacher gave you, not to self-teach from scratch.
Learning from a is essential for mastering three critical elements: Features of Pada Varnam and Tana Varnam in Carnatic Music Carnatic Music Varnam Book Pdf
Depending on their purpose, Varnams fall into two main categories: A: Technically, yes