Exercise Question Answer for Chapter 1 -The Story of Indian Farming for Class 7 in Subject Social Science ******************************** The Big Questions ? 1. What are the main characteristics of Indian agriculture? Indian agriculture includes crop farming, animal rearing, fisheries, forestry, and horticulture . It is practiced in different climates and regions across the country. Farming follows three seasons – kharif, rabi, and zaid . It uses a mix of traditional and modern methods . A large part of India’s population depends on agriculture for livelihood . 2. How are farming, climate, soil, and water interrelated? Climate decides temperature and rainfall needed for crops. Soil type provides nutrients and support to plants. Water availability affects crop growth and yield. Different crops grow where climate, soil, and water suit them . Farming depends on the balance of all three factors . 3. How can traditional practices and contemporary ones co...
"Disaster Management: A Smart Step Towards Safety"
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Step-by-Step Guide to Prepare a Project on Disaster Management
1. Title Page (Cover Page)
Include the following:
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Title: Disaster Management
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Your Name
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Class & Section
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Roll Number
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School Name
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Date of Submission
Decorate it with disaster-related icons (earthquake, flood, fire, etc.).
📘 2. Index Page (Table of Contents)
Example:
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Introduction
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Meaning of Disaster and Disaster Management
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Types of Disasters
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Phases of Disaster Management
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Case Study: One Natural and One Man-made Disaster
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Role of Government and Agencies
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Role of Students and Community
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Safety Measures and Preparedness
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Conclusion
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Bibliography
📘 3. Introduction
Write a short introduction about:
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What is a disaster?
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Why disaster management is important?
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The difference between natural and man-made disasters.
📘 4. Meaning of Disaster & Disaster Management
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Disaster: A sudden event that causes massive damage to life and property.
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Disaster Management: The process of preparing for, responding to, and recovering from disasters to reduce damage and help affected people.
📘 5. Types of Disasters
Natural Disasters:
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Earthquake
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Flood
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Cyclone
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Drought
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Tsunami
Man-made Disasters:
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Fire
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Industrial accidents
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Terrorist attacks
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Chemical spills
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Nuclear accidents
Use pictures or a chart to show the difference between natural and man-made disasters.
📘 6. Phases of Disaster Management
Explain the 4 main phases:
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Mitigation – Steps to reduce the impact
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Preparedness – Planning and training
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Response – Emergency actions during a disaster
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Recovery – Rebuilding and helping people after the disaster
Use a flowchart for better presentation.
📘 7. Case Study (Important for Class 10)
Pick one natural disaster (e.g., Bhuj Earthquake, 2001 or Kerala Floods, 2018)
Pick one man-made disaster (e.g., Bhopal Gas Tragedy or Train accident)
Write:
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What happened
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Cause
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Impact on people
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How disaster management helped
📘 8. Role of Government & Agencies
Talk about:
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NDMA (National Disaster Management Authority)
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NDRF (National Disaster Response Force)
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Local police, fire departments, and NGOs
📘 9. Role of Students and Community
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Educating people
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First aid training
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Evacuation drills
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Creating awareness about safety
📘 10. Safety Measures & Preparedness Tips
Give do’s and don’ts during:
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Earthquakes
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Fires
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Floods
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Cyclones
Use tables or bullet points for clarity.
📘 11. Conclusion
Summarize the importance of disaster awareness and how proper planning can save lives and reduce damage.
📘 12. Bibliography
List your sources:
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NCERT textbooks
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Government websites (e.g., ndma.gov.in)
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News reports
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Class notes
✍️ Presentation Tips:
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Write neatly or use a computer.
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Add charts, maps, and images.
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Use headings and bullet points.
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Keep it organized and well-labeled.
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Use A4 sheets or a project file.
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