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प्रश्न
Discuss the following in groups of two pairs, each pair in a group taking opposite points of view.
Knowledge about the past is useful to complete our knowledge of the world we live in.
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उत्तर
(Such questions are to be done by the students on their own. However, pointers have been provided for the students' help.)
For:
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Past acts as a mirror to our mistakes and teach us lessons.
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The present is the outcome of the past.
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It helps us understand the progress of the events down history.
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It builds the foundation for our present and future.
Against:
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One must live in the present.
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The past is infinite and should be left as it is.
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The past should not affect our present life.
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Past should not be delved in and must be considered as a gone phase.
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