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प्रश्न
Some of the leaves and flowers mentioned in the passage for adorning the dead are willow, olive, celery, lotus, cornflower. Which of these are common in our country?
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उत्तर
Lotus is a common flower in India.
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Give your suggestions that will help the people to make Maharashtra prosperous.
Your class had to conduct a Morning Assembly. Write an account of how you prepared for it, what your role was and what you gained from the experience.
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A student
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