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Here are the answers to the “Improve your Learning” section from the lesson “The Journey of India for Freedom”:

I. Conceptual Understanding

1. Explain what would have happened if freedom fighters had not sacrificed their lives for us?

If freedom fighters had not sacrificed their lives, India would still be under British rule. Indians would not have the rights and independence they enjoy today. The country’s progress in various fields such as education, economy, and technology would have been hindered.

2. Write a brief note on the Indian freedom movement.

The Indian freedom movement was a long struggle against British rule. It began with early revolts like the 1857 Rebellion, followed by the formation of the Indian National Congress in 1885. Mahatma Gandhi led non-violent movements like the Non-Cooperation Movement (1920), Salt Satyagraha (1930), and Quit India Movement (1942). Finally, India gained independence on August 15, 1947.

3. Name some of the freedom fighters you know.

Some of the notable freedom fighters are:

• Mahatma Gandhi (led non-violent movements)

• Subhas Chandra Bose (led the Indian National Army)

• Bhagat Singh (fought against British rule)

• Rani Lakshmibai (fought in the 1857 revolt)

• Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (worked for India’s unity)

• Jawaharlal Nehru (India’s first Prime Minister)

• Dr. B.R. Ambedkar (drafted the Indian Constitution)

II. Questioning and Hypothesis

4. What would have happened if Mahatma Gandhi had not arrived in India from South Africa?

If Mahatma Gandhi had not returned from South Africa, India’s independence struggle might have taken a different course. His principles of non-violence and civil disobedience played a crucial role in uniting people against British rule. Without him, movements like the Salt Satyagraha and Quit India Movement might not have happened.

III. Experiments and Field Observations

5. Why do people install statues?

People install statues to honor great personalities who contributed to society. Statues remind us of their sacrifices, inspire future generations, and preserve history.

IV. Information Skills and Projects

6. Collect the pictures of our freedom fighters and prepare an album.

(This is a project-based activity. You can collect images of Mahatma Gandhi, Bhagat Singh, Subhas Chandra Bose, Rani Lakshmibai, etc., and create an album.)

V. Drawing and Model Making

7. Draw the National Flag and color it.

(This is a drawing activity. Draw the Indian flag with saffron, white, and green colors and a blue Ashoka Chakra in the center.)

VI. Appreciation, Values, Application to Daily Life, Biodiversity

8. How do you appreciate the sacrifices of Indian freedom fighters? Write a brief note.

We should always remember and respect the sacrifices made by our freedom fighters. Their efforts gave us independence, and we should honor them by being responsible citizens. This includes following laws, voting, respecting others, and working towards the progress of our nation.