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Mahatma Gandhi's thoughts on Satyagraha ‘It is said that “passive resistance” is the weapon of the weak, but the power that is the subject of this article can be used only by the strong. This power is not passive resistance; indeed, it calls for intense activity. The movement in South Africa was not passive but active …' ‘Satyagraha is not physical force. A satyagraha does not inflict pain on the adversary; he does not seek his destruction … In the use of satyagraha, there is no ill-will whatever.' ‘Satyagraha is pure soul-force. Truth is the very substance of the soul. That is why this force is called satyagraha. The soul is informed with knowledge. In it burns the flame of love. … Nonviolence is the supreme dharma …' 'It is certain that India cannot rival Britain or Europe in force of arms. The British worship the war-god and they can all of them become, as they are becoming, bearers of arms. The hundreds of millions in India can never carry arms. They have made the religion of non-violence their own ...' |
- Why did Gandhiji consider nonviolence as supreme dharma?
- How was Gandhian satyagraha taken by the people who believed in his philosophy?
- Why was Gandhian satyagraha considered as a novel way to resist injustice?
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What is meant by trade barrier?
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“Foreign trade integrates the markets in different countries”. Support the statement with arguments
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“A challenge is an opportunity for progress”. Support the statement with your arguments
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Why has the ‘Chhotanagpur Plateau Region’ the maximum concentration of iron and steel industries? Analyse the reasons.
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How is democracy accountable and responsive to the needs and expectations of the citizens? Analyze.
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Answer the following question:
Explain the three components of a political party.
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(30.1) Two features A and B are marked on the given political outline map of India. Identify these features with the help of the following information and write their correct names on the lines marked in the map:
A. Iron – ore mines
B. Terminal station of East – West corridor
(30.2) On the same political map of India, locate and label the following:
Vishakhapatnam – Software Technology Park
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(30.1) In which state are Bailadila Iron-ore mines located?
(30.2) Name the Western Terminal Station of East–West Corridor.
(30.3) Name the well–known Software Technology Park located in Karnataka State.
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Which one of the following is the deepest, land-locked and well-protected port of India?
(A) Haldia
(B) Paradi
(C) Vishakhapatnam
(D) Tuticorin
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Which one of the following is a 'National Political Party'?
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Explain with an example, how credit plays a vital and positive role for development.
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Name any three 'National Political Parties' along with their symbols.
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How are Multinational Corporations spreading their products? Explain with examples.
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How is the consumer redressal process becoming cumbersome, expensive and time-consuming? Explain.
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Why is there a pressing need for using renewable energy sources in India? Explain any five reasons.
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"Advancement of international trade of a country is an index to its prosperity." Support the statement with suitable examples
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"About hundred years ago there were few countries that had hardly any political party. Now there are few countries that do not have political parties." Examine this statement.
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On the same political outline map of India, locate and label the following with appropriate symbols:
(i) Narora - a nuclear power plant
(ii) Rourkela - an iron and steel plant
(iii) Kandla - a major sea port.
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Name the place where the movement of Indigo Planters was started.
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