Question 1.1 1.1 What is diversity? Answer in about 20-30 words. The difference or variation that we see in people and things around us is called diversity.Question 1.2 1.2 Underline the words/phrases that show diversity in each statement given below. (a) People all over the world greet each other in different ways. Some fold their hands and say ‘namaste’, some bow down, and some shake hands. (b) Joban saw five men sitting in a tea shop. Each of them had unique hairstyle. (c) The Diwali Mela in Gurpreet's town had stalls selling Chinese food, South Indian food, and Italian food. She was very excited to see a wide variety of food at one place. (Continued)Question 1.2 (d) Suhani can perform different dances such as Bharatanatyam Kuchipudi, and Kathak.ae Question 1.3 1.3 There is diversity among people. Does this mean people are different from each other in every way? Give examples to support your answer. Answer in not more than 40 words. People are different from each other in many ways, but they are also similar in some ways. For example, although people in our country speak different languages and celebrate a variety of festivals, they all share the similarity of being Indians.Question 2.2 2.2 Describe three ways in which people in India are diverse. Answer in about 50-60 words. Three ways in which people in India are diverse are given below : 1. Language: India has over 21 officially recognised languages and thousands of dialects spoken throughout the country. . Religion: India is home to many religions, with Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, and Buddhism being some of the major religions practised in the country. . Festivals: People in India also celebrate different festivals throughout the year.Question 2.3 2.3 Draw the following table in your notebook. Speak to three people in your neighbourhood and fill the table. This is a sample answer. Your answer may vary. Which Which Which Which part of religiondo languages do | festivals do they follow? |they speak? | they celebrate at home? Vishnu Hindu Assamese, Diwali, Bihu Regmi Hindi Silchar,Assam (Continued)Question 2.3 Name of (Which Which Which Which part of the person |religion do |languages do festivals do |India do they they follow? | they speak? | they come from? celebrate at home? laman Hindu Hindi Holi, Diwali | Varanasi, UP Preeti Kaur | Sikh Punjabi, Hindi | Lohri, Patiala,Punjab Balsall (Continued)Question 2.3 Based on the information you gathered, answer the following questions: (a) What are the different forms of diversity in the people you interviewed? There is a diversity in languages that the people speak, he festivals that they celebrate, the religions they practise, pnd places where they live or come from (b) Are the people similar in some ways? Yes, they are all from India. Some people also celebrate similar festivals. For example, Lohri and Bihu, which are harvest festivals, are celebrated on the same day. but in different ways.Question 2.3 (c) Which questions had the most diverse answers? The questions which had the most diverse answers were about the festivals that the people celebrate and the places they belong to.Question 3.1 3.1 State whether the following statements are true or false: (a) The location of a place does not influence the diversity of that region. False The main occupation of the people of Nepal is agriculture. True (c) Fishing is an important source of livelihood for people in India. True (d) India’s geographical extent and history contribute to its diversity. TrueQuestion 3.2 3.2 Fill in the blanks with the correct words from the boxes given below. cold geographical Jainism hot Buddhism Large geographical extent, diverse landforms, and the impact q history influence the diversity of a place. (b) India experiences a diverse climate, ranging from hot and humid to cold and dry. (c) The Vedic religion, Jainism, and Buddhism originated in ancient India.Question 3.3 3.3 Read the sentences given below and underline the words/phrases Hi] that indicate diversity. State whether the cause of diversity is geographical or historical. One has been done for you. a) Many people in Goa speak Portuguese because people from S$) Portugal ruled over Goa for hundreds of years. Historical b) In 2011, almost 50% of people in Uttar Pradesh practised farming because of the fertile soil in the region. Geographical (Continued)Question 3.3 c) We see many Islamic-style buildings with domes in Delhi because it was the capital of kings who practised Islam fora long period of time. Historical d) Men in Rajasthan wear turbans/pagadis to protect their headsQuestion 4.1 4.1 Fill in the blanks with correct words from the boxes given below. India united diversity —_ British (a) India is rich in diversity. b) Despite the diversity, the people of India are united. (c) An example of unity in diversity from the past is how the people of India stood up against British rule and won freedom from them.Question 4.2 4.2. What do you understand by ‘unity in diversity? Explain with the help of an example. When people are together or united even though they are different in many ways is an idea known as “unity in diversity” S4For example, On days when there is a sports match like cricket, wher@>4 India plays against another country, people from various states and religions unite to wish for the team’s win.Question 4.3 4.3 Do you think symbols such as the national flag help in teminding people to stay united? Can you think of other symbols that promote unity in India? Answer in not more than 40 words. Yes, | think symbols such as the national flag help in reminding us to stay united to respect the people around us, and their cultures, interests, lifestyle, and ideas, even if they are different from ours. Other symbols that promote unity are our national anthem and national song, and the Indian army.7zam a) Question 5.1 5.1 Match the following: (i) Impacts people’s livelihoods (ii) Different languages and dialects (c) Geographical diversity (iii) Adds variety (iv) Harvest, religious, and national (a) Impact of diversity ¥4b) Diversity in festivals (d) Linguistic diversity (a) — (iii), (6) —(iv),(c) — (i), (@) — (ii)Question 5.2 5.2 Name the following: (a) A term used for the differences and variety we see in people and things around us — Diversity (b) A term used for the presence of different types of landforms — Geographical diversity (c) A term used for the variety of languages and dialects that people use — Linguistic diversity (d) The idea that people are united despite their differences — Unity in diversityQuestion 5.3 5.3 Describe the impact of diversity on our country in not more than 40 words. The impact of diversity on our country is such that diversity makes our country better by helping us experience a different variety of arts, music, and food. Diversity brings new ideas to the forefront and helps us understand and appreciate different cultures.Question 5.4 5.4 Do you agree that India is a land of unity in diversity? Explain your answer with an example. Yes, | agree that India is a land of unity in diversity, as it is a country with many different cultures, languages, and religions. However, despite this diversity, its people have a history of coming together to fight against invaders, such as during the struggle for independence from British rule. This demonstrates that unity can be achieved even in a country with such diversity.