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प्रश्न
Read the poem. Write an Appreciation of the poem in about 12 to 15 sentences with the help of the following points. Use a paragraph format.
Points
- Title
- Poet
- Rhyme scheme
- Favourite line
- Theme/Central idea
- Figures of speech
- Special features - Type of the poem, language, tone, implied meaning, etc.
- Why I like/dislike the poem
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उत्तर
The inspiring poem “Where the Mind Is Without Fear” is written by the legendary Indian poet Rabindranath Tagore.
Originally composed during the colonial era, the poem is written in free verse and does not follow a specific rhyme scheme, which perfectly mirrors its central theme of freedom and boundlessness.
My favourite line is, “Where words come out from the depth of truth,” because it highlights the immense value of honesty and integrity in human character.
The central idea revolves around a prayer to the Almighty for the intellectual, spiritual, and political freedom of the poet’s country.
Tagore masterfully uses figures of speech like Metaphor in “clear stream of reason” and Personification in “tireless striving stretches its arms” to contrast logical thinking with stagnant social evils.
As a special feature, the poem is structured as a single, continuous sentence, creating an earnest, deeply philosophical, and uplifting tone.
The implied meaning emphasises that true freedom is an internal state of mind and a global human virtue, rather than just political independence.
Ultimately, I highly appreciate this poem because its timeless message of courage, unity, and truth remains universally relevant today.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
In your notebook write down a line from the poem as proof for the following.
Tagore wishes for a nation where people are truthful.
In your notebook write down a line from the poem as proof for the following.
The poem is a ‘prayer’
Who is ‘Thee’ in the poem? What does the poet appeal to ‘Thee’ to do?
Write in your notebook your own response and justify, where needed.
What should people keep on widening? How can it be done?
When ______ everyone will be literate.
Almost every line of the poem begins with the word ‘Where’ and it expects an idealistic country and countrymen. Now work in a group of six students and compose your poem regarding ‘Ideal School’. Begin your lines with the word ‘Where’ .......
Read the short story written by Rabindranath Tagore ‘The Kabuliwala’ or ‘The Home Coming.’
Visit the website and collect more information about Rabindranath Tagore’s life and work.
Pair up with your partner and match the terms with their given meanings.
| Column ‘A’ | Column ‘B’ |
| (1) Humanism | (a) Concern about and action aimed at protecting the environment |
| (2) Patriotism | (b) Holding liberal views |
| (3) Internationalism | (c) Quality of being patriotic: vigorous support for one’s country |
| (4) Liberalism | (d) State or process of being international |
| (5) Environmentalism | (e) A rationalistic outlook towards humans rather than a divine or supernatural one |
Poems in English are of different types.
- Sonnet
- Limerick
- Ballad
- Elegy
- Free verse
- Epic
- Lyric
- Humorous
- Idyll
Taking the help of a dictionary/internet guess and write the type of poem against its description.
A long story-poem, often mythical ______.
Poems in English are of different types.
- Sonnet
- Limerick
- Ballad
- Elegy
- Free verse
- Epic
- Lyric
- Humorous
- Idyll
Taking the help of a dictionary/internet guess and write the type of poem against its description.
A song-like poem ______.
