Grade 6, Social studies
1. Define Diversity?
- Diversity means a range of things, that are different from each other.
- Our Society, neighbourhood, is diverse because people from different parts of the world live together in a single community.
- We speak different languages, wear different clothes, follow different religions.
2. Explain the term “India is a diverse country”?
- India is a vast country with diversity in geography, culture, religions, festivals, languages, dress, food
- India is known for its cultural, linguistic, religious diversity.
3. How India became land of Diversity?
- The fusion of diverse culture for India it came from various periods in history.
- India is ruled by various kings from various parts of the world.
- Each of them has brought their own various Cuisines, languages, architecture, religions etc.
4. Write the geographical diversity about India?
The geographical diversity of India is contributed by six physical divisions. They are
- Northern Mountains
- Northern Plains
- Great Indian Desert
- Peninsular Plateau
- Coastal Plains
- Islands
5. Write the Importance of Geographical diversity?
- Geographical diversity leads to diverse climatic conditions , flora, fauna, way of life.
- From ancient times, fertile coastal plains, have attracted traders for spices grown here ( Pepper, Cardamom)
- Different rulers from various countries have introduced new dishes using potatoes, tomatoes, chillies etc.
- Dense forest of central and eastern India is a home for variety of plants, animals, and birds
- The tribes in the forest have protected and nurtured the forest all these years
- United Nations has declared May 21st as World Day for cultural diversity
6. Write a short note on Economic diversity?
- Economic diversity of the people is determined by the region where people live.
- Agriculture is the main occupation of the people
- In Places where there is no adequate rainfall, Industries and factories provide job for people, mainly in areas where there are rich in mineral deposits.
- Other occupations that contribute to the economy is Handicrafts, Livestock rearing, mining etc.
7. How the geographical diversity of a region influences its trade?
- Each place/region has its unique products that attracts many traders.
- Ex: Kerala: Spices, rice, fishing
- Ladakh – Livestock rearing, since here agriculture is not supported. The woollen rugs, Carpets have attracted the traders.
8. Write a short note on religious diversity?
- India is heterogenous in terms of religion
- People follow various religions such as Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikkism, Zoroastrianism
- Constitution of India ensures that all religions are treated equally
9. Write a short note on Cultural diversity?
- India is a combination of various cultures and traditions.
- Each state has their own unique Cuisine, architecture, Music forms, dance forms, traditions, festivals.
- Ex: Tamil Nadu dance form is Bharatanatyam, whereas in Kerala it is Kathakali.
- The major festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu is Pongal whereas in Kerala it is Onam
10. Write a short note on Linguistic diversity?
- India is home to people from different culture.
- The different languages spoken by people from different regions, race, tribes contribute to the diversity.
11. Show with an example about the diversity of India?
Let us take the two different states Gujarat and Arunachal Pradesh to show the diversity.
Gujarat | Arunachal Pradesh |
It is the Westernmost state of India | It is the Eastern most state of India |
Capital is GandhinagarMain Language is Gujarati, and it is a linguistic state | Capital is ItanagarThis area is inhabited by various tribes, and they speak many languages, so it is not a linguistic state |
It has a moderate climate since it is a coastal state. Topography of Gujarat is Mangrove Forest, Desert Plains, Salt marshes, Wetlands | It receives heavy rainfall. It experiences moderately hot to cold climate |
Gir National Park is home for Asiatic lions, it supports variety of birds, animals such as deer, blackbuck etc.. | It has dense tropical forest, home for 5000 species of plants, 500 species of birds and reptiles. |
Main festival is Navaratri and dance is Dandiya. Kite festival Makar Sankranti is celebrated every year on Jan 14th | Losar is the main festival |
Men wear Chorno Kediyo, Women wear Chaniya Choli | Different costumes are worn by different tribes. Monpas tribes wear Skullcap, women wear sleeveless long jacket and long skirt |
12. What is Equality? Can Equality be achieved in diversity?
- Constitution of India treats all Citizens equally.
- Though the people are from different in their races, religions, cultures, caste, the constitution of India promotes the equality and integration among people.
- Sometimes there are discriminations based on caste, religion, these can be overcomed by continuous awareness and education
13. Who coined the term “ Unity in Diversity” ? Why?
- The Phrase “ Unity in Diversity” is first used by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru in his book “The Discovery of India”
- Indians from different regions, religions, cultural background joined hands together in the freedom struggle to fight against the British for Independence.
- All People stand together as Citizens of India during freedom struggle
14. Why India is called as Union?
- Government of India is also called as Union of India.
- It is mainly composed of Executive, Legislative and Judiciary to govern all the states and Union Territories.
15. Define Republic?
A Republic is a form of Government where people have the supreme power to decide who should rule them by voting.
16. Why it is important to preserve the diversity?
- Not all Countries have this type of diversity
- Preserving the diversity is important for the development of the country and protecting the cultural heritages.