Question

Work in groups of five. Find information about stamps on the following categories and note details as directed.

• personalities: name and the field they belong to
• celebrations: festivals/national events-name and significance
• centenaries: name of person/occasion and significance
• nature: name and significance
• our heritage: monuments/music/dance-name and significance

Now, prepare a class board on ‘Philately-Upholding Our Heritage’ with your findings.

Answer 1

1. Personalities:
   • Dr. B. R. Ambedkar: Social reformer, jurist and the chief architect of the Constitution of India.
   • Sarojini Naidu: Poet, freedom fighter and political leader.
   • Bhagat Singh: Revolutionary and freedom fighter.
2. Celebrations:
   • Teej Festival: A traditional festival celebrated with songs, dances and colourful attire. It reflects India’s rich cultural traditions.
   • Republic Day: Celebrates the adoption of the Constitution and the spirit of the Republic of India.
3. Centenaries:
   • Birth Centenary: Commemorative stamps are issued to honour the hundredth birth anniversary of important personalities and remember their contributions to the nation.
4. Nature:
   • Painted Stork: A beautiful bird found in India. Its depiction on stamps highlights India’s rich biodiversity and the importance of protecting wildlife.
   • Royal Bengal Tiger: India’s national animal and a symbol of the country’s wildlife heritage.
5. Our Heritage:
   • Konark Sun Temple: A magnificent monument known for its outstanding architecture and historical importance. It represents India’s rich architectural heritage.
   • Indian Classical Dance and Music: Stamps depicting traditional dances and music preserve and celebrate India’s diverse cultural heritage.