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Vandana Shiva’s involvement in the contemporary ecology movement began with the Chipko movement which was a nonviolent response to the large-scale deforestation that was taking place in the Himalayan region in the 1970s. During this period, the peasant women from the Garhwal Himalaya, having realised that the forests were the real source of springs and streams, fodder and fuel, declared that they would hug the trees, and the loggers would have to kill them before cutting the trees. In 1973, when Vandana Shiva went to the Himalaya to visit her favourite forests and swim in her favourite stream, the forests were not there and the stream had become a trickle. It was at this moment that she decided to become a volunteer for the Chipko movement. She spent every vacation doing padayatra, documenting the deforestation, the work of the forest activists and spreading the message of Chipko.

A. The world represented in these objects does not reflect the world that the children live in.A

He wanted to tell that he was a Black Man. He had been sent here to preach the Black Gospel of Jazz. He was preaching it with words by loud musical sound. When he started to preach, he was transformed into a Bird. That Bird gathers its wings and flies high, high and higher until it flies away. Other wise he come back to find himself as a Black man again.

Water is the ‘Elixir of life’. It is indispensable to all life on this earth. Although 75% of our planet is water only. 1% of the earth’s water is fit for human consumption. More than half our world’s fresh water resources are over exploited and polluted in spite of many laws and regulations, particularly in India.

Growing population and rampant industrialisation has put an irretrievable pressure on natural water resources. Hence it is necessary for all to conserve water resources so that the world may not face a water crisis. Moreover we have to preserve our water resources and prevent its pollution so that we have access to clean and safe water for our daily use. To conserve our water resources everyone should be made aware of water management.

Domestic consumers should try to minimize water usage and wasteful usage of water. Farmers should be advised to adopt agricultural methods that require less amount of water for cultivation. They should adopt water saving methods like Drip irrigation, cultivating newer variety of crops which require less water and to practice organic farming so as to prevent polluting our soil and water resources pollution.

Urban households should adopt rain water harvesting and ground water recharging so as to prevent rain water from being wasted and to recycle water and stop its over use.

National Integration among the youth of India has become a very crucial issue after India gained Independence. The history, geography languages, multi-culture and multi-religion of our country has played a divisive role in the integration among the youth of India.

The lack of integration among the youth has posed a serious challenge to India’s unity and integrity and, therefore great efforts have to be made to preserve unity and Integrity among our youth. The youth of the country have to be encouraged to make efforts to integrity themselves. The Indian Government authorities, authors, play wrights, politicians, teachers and parents have to take the responsibility of integrating values and an encouraging environment, so that the youth shed hatred for each other.

Schools and colleges have to conduct Integration camps so that students from different parts of the country take part in the camps and develop understanding and friendship among each other various activities like cultural programmes, group discussion, debates, essay competitions on the theme of national integration and communal harmony should be conducted to create awareness among the youth.

Community work like anti- drug, mass literacy, environmental awareness should be conducted with the participation of youth from different schools and colleges. Such programmes will create a feeling of oneness among themselves. Parents should encourage their children to be friendly with all. If the youth of the country are united and integrated then India will progress rapidly in every sphere and become a leading country of the world.

Answer: negative direction of Z-axis

Explanation: 
As electron moving in positive x-direction, so the current  is moving in negative x-direction ( the direction of your middle finger) and the magnetic field acts on positive Y-direction ( the direction of your index finger) then thumb will be in negative Z-direction which is the direction of force. 

Answer: (b) B to A and C to D

As the N-pole of the magnet moves closer to CD and S-pole moves closer to AB, S pole develops at the end near B and N pole develops at the end near C (Lenz's Law). Induced currents will be from B to A and from C to D.

• All Vistors should remove their shoes or chappals before enter into cabin, (inside.) 
• Don’t bring any eatables (food items) and drinks including water inside.
• Dogs are not allowed inside.
• Smoking is strictly prohibited. Nobody should smoke inside. 
• Everyone should put any unwanted things into bins provided. Don’t put anywhere. 
• In these water sources nobody should fishing, fishing is prohibited.

The above pictures represents the prime duty of everyone. All of us must think and fulfill these requirements. It is the time to save energy, earth and life. We should help to save the resources. We should reduce the energy, water and other natural resòurces consuming as much as possible. We should recycle the natural resources and reuse it again. If we save energy today there will be better tomorrow. Everyone should do it promptly.

The evolution process supported by examples from the text: 

- Dumb cow---- people’s perception of her lack of sense, stammering which kept her quiet and submissive demeanour, most of the times 

- Going to school----guidance of the teacher and education, overcame stammering- instilled confidence and a sense of self-esteem 

- Did not succumb to the greedy demands of the prospective groom and spoke out. 

Conclusion: 

This journey of Bholi’s growth clearly showcases the idea of being an individual and not being exploited by people or circumstances. Instead, evolves to being a person being proactive and contributing to the wellbeing of others around 

(which is exactly what she decides to do)

Competency applied for : 

Content- 

• Required to display a clear growth part of the character to bring out the change 

• Support of / reference to textual evidence 

Expression- 

• Applying logical progression, using appropriate linking devices (words/phrases showing emphasis sequence etc. are expected to be a part of this answer- as revealed by, initially, later, finally etc. as they impact expression)- cohesion 

• Response relevance and an appropriate conclusion to achieve coherence 

• Accuracy in use of grammatical structures, vocabulary and spellings

NOTE — Paragraphing recommended. Just listing of points shall result in deduction of 1 mark allotted for cohesion & coherence.

The above pictures represents over traffic. The number of vehicles increased day to day. These are the demands of public people. All of us need Proper roads, Because of traffic Jam, it is very difficult or horrible to travel. Authorities should repair the Pot holes now & then. Overspeeding should be checked to avoid accidents. If the authorities built the Fly overs, it will help the riders and travellers. All people should aware of all these and should Co-operate with the authorities.

(1) One day Joseph was sitting in his living room in front of the fire in a grate. He had put some pieces of paper to burn there. All of a sudden, he noticed some small pieces being carried upward into the chimney. This he shared with his brother and later the idea got materialised in a balloon.

(2) We learn that the Montgolfier brothers were paper-makers. Both were keenly interested in flying. Both were very observant, and both conducted many experiments that led to the invention of the gas balloon.

(3) The first man to go up into the air in a gas balloon was Vincent Lunardi, an Italian living in England. On September 15th, 1784, he took off in a hydrogen balloon from a field in London, taking with him a pigeon, a cat and a dog.

(4)
(a) grate and
(b) linen.

Five uses of fruits 

• They can be made into fruit salad with varied dressings
• Some fruits can be used for pickling 
• They are used to prepare jams, jellies, etc. 
• They can be eaten on their own 
• They can be blended with milk and other ingredients to make a vast variety of shakes, etc.

Five selection criteria of fruits 

• The fruits skin should not have blemishes 
• There should not be any small holes 
• The fruit should feel heavy for its size 
• When pressed a little ,they should be firm and must hold their shape 
• A shiny appearance and fresh aroma especially from citrus fruits

Any five cuts of vegetables and fruits

The seamen wanted to go back to Spain, their homeland because they left their home for a long time before and there were some limits to Patience. Most of the seamen were desperate and they had no patience. They thought that going to discover the new land was waste of time.

This incident was most common during 1942. This gives bravery, truthfulness, patriotism etc., It teaches a lesson to readers. If youngsters during their school time read this type of incidents, they may cultivate these qualities. The writer’s intention is to sow the good (virtue) seeds, it may give good fruits only.

(a) Ustaid Allah Rakha Sahib was the speaker.

(b) The boy was Anant.

(c) Anant was the sick boy on his death bed, longing to hear their concert, so they agreed to perform for the boy.

He thanked me.

Pepe was a young page boy. He was an honest and humble in nature. He liked Columbus and prefered to accompany him though he was off duty. The seamen were very much angry and disobeyed Columbus’s order so Pepe didn’t speak to them and hated them. Among them Don Pedro was the best.

Pepe talked to Columbus so he said that the seamen were horrible and drank too much to forget themselves. Pepe came nearer to Columbus and said that, “Captain, you should be careful, sometimes they are dangerous’. This shows that Pepe had concern about his captain.

Columbus asked him to go, but Pepe didn’t go. When Columbus forced Pepe to say the words about the mischief or trouble maker, he hesitated to say the truth to prevent terrible consequence. At the end he came in – between and stands with arms spread out. He shouted to seamen, they were all cowards, first they would have killed him.

The crowd roared and attacked Pepe but Columbus came forward and protected Pepe. All these shows that Pepe was more loyal to Columbus than any other crew members.

(a) Don Anselmo was the speaker.

(b) He was speaking to story-teller with the buyers of the land.

(c) He said that the trees in that orchard are not his, that belonged to the children of the village. So he had no right to sell and he didn’t sell it.

(a) Baleshwar made this cry

(b) She suddenly got pushed and fall down next to the track. So she need help.

(c) Nobody volunteered to help her, because afraid of getting involved, or of being inconvenienced perhaps.

We feel pepe was. loyal to columbus because he was obedient to him and prefer to accompany though he was off duty. He requested columbus to be careful from seamen because sometimes they were dangerous. He took more concern about Columbus.

The poem ‘Dust of Snow’ by Robert Frost is a poem which enlightens us how small things of nature can refresh us and cheer us for the rest of the day. Though Frost has beautifully depicted (shown) a crow and a hemlock tree, both of these are associated with bad-omen and fear. But they have been used by the poet Frost to uplift his mood and make him feel positive. Frost’s writing skill as a poet lies in the fact that he is able to effectively convey to us how such a thing as the falling of snow flakes from the top of tree can have a refreshing effect on the mind of man. So, every aspect of nature be it  a crow or hemlock tree can be a source of positivity and can be helpful in lifting a depressed mind.

In other words, everything in the world is beautiful. Nature and its creations have the power to uplift mood even when we are in depressed state of mind. A small incident of snow falling, that too by the action of a crow (which is considered a bad omen) takes away the pall of sadness from the poet’s mind and refreshes him for the rest of the day.

National Science: Day National Science Day was observed by the students of Violet Matriculation Higher Secondary School on 28th February, 2019 to mark the discovery of the Raman effect in 1928 by Indian physicist Sir C. V. Raman. The Director of the District Science Museum, Mr.Shanthakumar presided over the function. This event, organized on account of National Science Day for the members of the forum was led by Mrs.Leema, Physics teacher of our school.

The celebration included public speeches, watching the night sky, live projects, debates and many more activities. Every year, NSD is celebrated to widely spread a message about the Importance of science used in the daily life of the people. It is also celebrated to discuss all the issues and implement new technologies for the development in the field of science. The theme of the year 2019, “Science for the People, and the People for Science” was extensively discussed.

Coordinator Of The Science Forum Rajalakshmi Venkataraman

1. Could I have your autograph?

2. I will be fifteen next April.

3. Take an umbrella. It may rain later.

4. The magistrate ordered that he must pay the fine.

5. Make me a cup of tea, will you?

6. You must speak politely to the elders.

7. You should get your teeth cleaned at least once a year.

8. We used to grow vegetables in our kitchen garden but we don’t do it now.

9. Should I get your jacket? The weather is cold.

10. Will the train be on time?

1. used to/could 

2. will 

3. shall 

4. can 

5. shall 

6. used to 

7. shall/ought to 

8. Could 

9. can/will 

10. should

Nayveli Power Project is a Thermal Power Project.

a) Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.

Metal oxides are basic in nature. But some metal oxides, such as aluminium oxide, zinc oxide show both acidic as well as basic behaviour. Such metal oxides which react with both acids as well as bases to produce salts and water, are known as amphoteric oxides. 

For example: 

Al₂O₃ + 6HCl ⇾ 2AlCl₃ + 3H₂O 

Al₂O₃ + 2NaOH ⇾ 2NaAlO₂(Sodium aluminate) + H₂O

Notes: (i) When copper is heated in air, it combines with oxygen to form copper (II) oxide, a black oxide. 

2Cu + O₂⇾ 2CuO 

Similarly, aluminium forms aluminium oxide 4Al + 3O₂⇾ 2Al₂O₃ 

(ii) Most metal oxides are insoluble in water but some of these dissolves in water to form alkalis. 

Sodium oxide and potassium oxide dissolve in water to produce alkalis as follows:

 Na₂O(s) + H₂O(l) ⇾ 2NaOH (aq.) K₂O(s) + H₂O(l) ⇾ 2KOH(aq.) 

(iii) Silver and gold do not react with oxygen even at high temperatures.

In Thanjavur delta Rice crop is cultivated three times in a year.

Both the policeman and the car was missing.

The National Atlas and Thematic Mapping Organisation (NATMO) is located at Kolkata.

Various human activities have resulted in a decline of forest cover. Vast tracts of forest had been cleared to make way for farmland and for making new houses, factories and infrastructure. Mining is another human activity which has destroyed forest in a vast area. Thus, human activities have resulted in significant depletion of flora and fauna.

Many local communities have recognized the significance of conservation for their long term survival. Local communities are contributing significantly in conservation at many places. For example; the Bishnois of Rajasthan protect black buck, Chinkara and Peacocks quite zealously. Nature worship is an age old tradition of many tribes. By doing so, they help in conservation of forest. Chipko movement is another example of community initiative in conservation. Joint Forest Management has been practiced in Orissa since 1988 and has bore fruits for conservation.

(i) The net sown area in India has decreased from 45.26% to 43.41%. This means that more and more agricultural land is being shifted to other activities. This is not a healthy trend, and must be checked. The steps taken by government has resulted in increase of net sown area to 47% in 2005-06.
(ii) The pattern of the net sown area varies greatly from one state to another. It is over 80 per cent of the total area in Punjab and Haryana, and less than 10 per cent in Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
(iii) The area under forests has increased from 18.11% in 1960-61 to 22.57% in 2000-03 and to 23% in 2005-06 yet it is far below than the scientific norms.
(iv) The land under permanent pasture is very low, i.e., only 3.45% (Fallen to 3%). This shows the tremendous pressure of livestock population on agricultural land. Cattle are reared mainly on the farm wastes, grain chaff and a few fodder crops.
(v) Area under fallow land has also decreased which shows, that subsistence agriculture is being replaced by commercial agriculture.
(vi) A part of the land is termed as waste land, and land put to other non-agricultural uses. Waste land includes rocky, arid and desert areas, and land put to other non- agricultural uses includes settlements, roads, railways, industries, etc.

(vii) The development of technology contributed to increase in production of quality goods and provision of better services to the people.
(viii) Economic development has led to increasing urbanisation and modernisation which demands more resources.

Correct option (A) Accident of birth

Explanation:

Social divisions and differences are based on accident of birth.

37. “It's raining.”

38. I will go home in the afternoon

I Will go home in the afternoon​

Marie Curie was born Maria Salomea Skłodowska on 7 November 1867, in Warsaw, Congress Poland, Russian Empire. She was the youngest of the five children born to Bronislawa and Wladyslaw Sklodowski. Both her parents were employed as teachers.

It cannot be done with offence.

Our Market was burnt out.

Ganga and Brahmaputra rivers originate from the Himalayas. After following their due course, Brahmaputra streams into other countries like Bangladesh, Bhutan, China and Nepal. It flows through the northern states on India namely Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.

As the largest densely populated basin in the world, the Ganga-Brahmaputra basin is also the highest fertile land of the sub-continent. The basin is a confluence of plains and mountains. What makes this basin different is its location.

Lying amidst the plains of Ganga river, and the Brahmaputra, the basin also has the Himalayas and Sunderban’s delta as its prominent features. Enriched with vegetation and life both, the Ganga-Brahmaputra Basin is a proud epitome of the endless interaction of Humans with the environment.

The principal activity is animal husbandry, but forestry, trade, and tourism are also important. The Himalayas abound in economic resources. Those include pockets of rich arable land, extensive grasslands and forests, workable mineral deposits, easy-to-harness waterpower, and great natural beauty.

Most of the energy in the Earth system comes from just a few sources: solar energy, gravity, radioactive decay, and the rotation of the Earth. Solar energy drives many surface processes such as winds, currents, the hydrologic cycle, and the overall climate system.

The steps taken to control the erosion of soil in hilly areas are through the contour plowing, Terrance farming, plugging of gullies to prevent erosion. Other steps include the afforestation and checking the shifting cultivation.

My mother called me while I was playing.