Ratna Sagar Civics Solutions for Class 6 Social science Chapter 1 - Unity In Diversity

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The correct answer is option (d).

Explanation: India is inhabited by people of different cultures. People living in different parts of India have different religions, languages and practices, yet they all relate to one country, India. Thus, it can be stated that all Indians are one despite their differences. 

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The correct answer is option (c).

Explanation: Classical dances, which include Odissi, Bharatnatyam, etc.,  are mostly based on different stories from Mahabharata and Ramayana. Folk dances, on the other hand, are simpler and based on seasons, for example, Bhangra (Punjab), Garba (Gujarat), etc.

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The correct answer is option (b). 

Explanation: Food grains, vegetables and fruits grown in our country vary from place to place, depending on several geographical factors. For examples, rice is mostly grown in West Bengal because it receives ample rainfall and has flat and fertile soil. 

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Ans: The correct answer is option is (c) diversity
Explanation: The diversity of a region is influenced by the events which have occurred in the past and it geographical factors. WE can state the examples of Ladakh and  Kerala to understand so. Due to the interaction of the natives with the travellers and traders throughout centuries, both these state depict very diverse cultures. 

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The correct answer is option (a).

Explanation: The plain coastal belt has a continental climate. This climate is suitable for paddy fields and coconut cultivation.

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 The correct answer is option (b).

Explanation: Globalisation has helped us in overcoming the barrier of geographical boundaries. Unrestricted exchange of ideas and information has been made possible with globalisation. 

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The above statement is false.

Explanation: The differences in our cultures enrich our lives. They helps us to understand and respect differences.

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This statement is false.

Explanation: Dance and music are the two significant aspects of Indian culture. In fact, India has a diverse collection of dance forms and musical traditions that are associated with its rich past and present practices and occasions.

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The above statement is false.

Explanation: Indian art and sculpture is varied and highly developed. There are several prominent monuments and buildings that are a part of Indian heritage. For instance, Taj Mahal and Brihadeshwara Temple can be mentioned as examples of Islamic and Hindu architectures, respectively.

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The above statement is true.

Explanation: Kerala has the highest literacy rate in the country. Literacy rate is a measurement of number of literate people within the confines of a state. With the highest literacy rate, Kerala has the maximum population of people who can read and write.

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The above statement is false.

Explanation: Ladakh is a Buddhist land. Maximum population of the place comprises followers of Buddhism. The stories of Buddha and the monasteries still serve as the supreme anchor of their culture and belief.

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Ans. India is a land of varieties. Different parts of the country have different customs, languages, dresses and food habits. Also, India is a land of different languages. People of different religions and ethnicities celebrate different festivals. The constitution of the land also gives recognition to these differences. No single group is given a priority over the other. This shows that India is a diverse country and despite these differences, its people are united.

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Ancient Indian knowledge has been passed on by word of mouth. Moral lessons took the form of stories which were told in the form song, dance and drama. This is called the art of folk theatre. Eg: Bhangra from Punjab, Garba from Gujarat.

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Any song or music that is dedicated to the almighty is referred to Religious music. Some important examples of religious music are Kabirs' couplet and Surdas' Bhajans. On the other hand, all traditional music sung usually during weddings and festivals are known as folk music. Some examples of folk music are Baul from  West Bengal and Bihugeet from Assam. 

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The two types of dance forms of Kerala  are Kathakali and Mohiniattam. Kathakali is a form of dance-drama and Mohiniattam is a form of classical dance.

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The three national festivals celebrated in India are as follows:

1. Indepence Day
2. Republic day
3. Gandhi Jayanti 

1. Holi
2. Diwali
3. Eid 

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Culture is an important part of the man-made environment. It consists of ideas, beliefs, customs, art, religion, music and dance. The food habits of people, the festival they celebrate, the clothes they wear, their art and handicrafts are all also part of culture. It also includes shared patterns of behaviour and group identity. This culture keeps changing as we go from one region to another.

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Indian dance and music have varied forms. The Indian Classical music is divided into two main schools -:
1) North Indian School of Music is called Hindustani
2) South Indian School of music is called Carnatic

In North Indian school of music there exists the tradition of Gharana. Gharana basically refers to the  place where the musical ideology originated. Different gharanas have different style of performing. For eg: Agra, Jaipur, Indore  gharanas perform various styles of  khayals.

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Land and climate determine the way the people dress in the region.Some parts of the country experience both the extremes of summer and winter temperatures. On the other hand there in the coastal areas climate is same for almost the whole year. Accordingly, people too need to dress in a way that will make them survive comfortably in the existing climatic conditions.
In cold regions such as Kashmir, people need to wear woollen clothes throughout the year. Temperature often drops below freezing point and so clothes like phiran provide them comfort.
In warm areas, such as Rajasthan and Gujarat people wear cotton clothes. Cotton clothes are light and allow to remain cool. People prefer wearing loose clothes in these regions. For eg: Men wear pyjama kurta, dhoti kurta in the northern areas of India and lungi's and mundu's in the southern regions of our country.

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Backwaters
Backwaters are a peculiar feature of the state of Kerala. They are a chain of lagoons that lie parallel to the Arabian Sea coast. They are a network of canals and lakes and are fed by around 38 rivers. Many unique species of aquatic animals and birds are found here.

Gompas
Gompas are Buddhist temples. In India they are pre-dominantly found in the Ladakh region. They are usually situated in  remote areas at great heights. Their design and interior details vary from region to region.

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Globalisation is the whole world under one roof. It would not have been possible without tremendous progress in technology. This has facilitated further improvement of transportation and communication, helping to bridge the gap of distances. The various effects of globalisation are as follows:

1) Spread of ideas and thoughts
2) Increase in money flow, investment and trade
3) Transformation of the world into a giant market

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India is a mixed bag of various cultures and ethnicities. Different parts of the country have different customs, foods, languages and dressing styles. From Jammu & Kashmir in the north to Kerala in the south, Gujarat in the west to Arunachal Pradesh in the east, we are exposed to varied beliefs and practices. India is also the birthplace of four of the major religion's of the world and is thus, also diverse religiously. People can follow any religion, belief and custom. Despite this diversity, Indians are still essentially one. Thus, it is not wrong to state that India is truly like a colourful painting.

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Kerala lies on the Arabian coast of India. The continental climate, with moderate temperature conditions, is suitable for the growth of coconut trees. Coir is extracted from coconut trees. Thus, the abundance of coconut trees has facilitated the development of the coir industry in Kerala. The transportation of coconut to the factories and the carriage of ready coir has also been made possible with inland waterways and backwaters of Kerala. Arabian Sea borders the entire state of Kerala. Fishes are abundant both in the sea and in the inland waters. This has lead to massive increase in the fish production in the state.