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Question
Look at the pictures given below. Decide in your group which regions the six photos probably come from. Explain why you think so and find out from your teacher if you were correct. Then write a short caption for each photograph. It can be serious or funny.
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Solution
| Region of India | Reason | ||
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Sun Temple (Konark) | East India (Odisha) | Konark Sun Temple is located in Odisha. |
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Lake Pavilion (Jaisalmer) | West India (Rajasthan) | It shows Rajasthani architecture on a lake. |
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Kashmiri Handicraft | North India (Jammu & Kashmir) | The traditional dress and craft are from Kashmir. |
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Tea Garden | North-East India (Assam) | Assam is famous for its tea gardens. |
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Ghats on the River Ganga | North India (Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh) | The riverfront ghats are a famous sight in Varanasi. |
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