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Exploring Our Neighbourhood — NCERT Solutions

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NCERT Solutions for Exploring Our Neighbourhood, CBSE Class 4 EVS: 28 textbook questions solved step by step. Part of the CBSE Class 4 EVS syllabus.

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Write (Page 18 – Post Office Section)

1Have you or your family members ever sent, or received a letter or a parcel?Show solution

Answer (Sample/Model Answer):

Yes, my family members have sent and received letters and parcels. My grandfather used to write letters to his friends who lived in other cities. My mother once received a parcel from my aunt who lives in another state. She had sent us sweets and gifts during Diwali. It was very exciting to open the parcel and see what was inside.

2How does the post office help people stay connected with each other?Show solution

Answer:

The post office helps people stay connected in the following ways:

Letters: People can write letters and send them to friends and family living far away.
Parcels: People can send gifts, clothes, food items and other things through parcels.
Important documents: The post office helps in sending important papers and documents safely.
Money Orders: People can send money to others through the post office.
Speed Post: Urgent letters and documents can be sent quickly using speed post.

In this way, the post office acts as a bridge between people living in different places and helps them stay connected.

Activity 2 – Interview with Elders (Comparison Table)

1Discuss with the elders in your neighbourhood and find out how they communicated with each other when they were of your age. Compare their answers to how you and your friends communicate today; and fill in the table.Show solution

Answer (Sample/Model Answer):

Category	Communication in earlier times	Communication in present time
Type of communication	Letter, telegram, postcard	Internet, social media, text message, video call, email
Speed of communication	Very slow – letters took days or weeks to reach	Very fast – messages reach in seconds
Frequency of communication	Less frequent because writing and posting took effort	Very frequent – people can communicate many times a day
Language of communication	Mostly formal written language; regional languages used in letters	Informal language, short forms, emojis; many languages used
Challenges faced	Long waiting time for reply; letters could get lost; expensive telegrams	Misinformation spreads fast; too much screen time; privacy concerns

Note: Students should fill this table based on their own interviews with elders. The above is a model answer.

Discuss (Page 21 – Communication Section)

1Letters took a long time to reach other persons. How do you think it affected communication between people in the past?Show solution

Answer:

In the past, since letters took days or even weeks to reach the other person, communication was very slow. People had to wait a long time to get a reply. This meant:

Important news like illness, birth, or death in the family reached very late.
Business decisions were delayed.
People felt lonely and missed their loved ones more.
Misunderstandings could not be cleared quickly.

Despite this, people valued every letter they received because it carried personal feelings and handwritten words.

2How is it different from the way people communicate now?Show solution

Answer:

Today, communication is very different from the past:

We use mobile phones, emails, and video calls to communicate instantly.
A message sent today reaches the other person within seconds.
We can see and talk to people far away through video calls.
We can share photos, videos, and voice messages easily.
Social media platforms allow us to connect with many people at once.

So, modern communication is much faster, easier, and more convenient than in the past.

3Today quick messages make sharing the news easier, but sometimes wrong information spreads very quickly too. How can we ensure the news we share is true?Show solution

Answer:

To make sure the news we share is true, we can follow these steps:

Check the source: Always read news from trusted and reliable sources like well-known newspapers or official websites.
Verify before sharing: Do not forward a message without checking if it is true.
Ask an adult: If we are unsure about any information, we should ask a trusted adult like a parent or teacher.
Avoid spreading rumours: If we are not sure about something, it is better not to share it.
Use fact-checking websites: There are special websites that check whether news is true or false.

By being careful and responsible, we can stop the spread of wrong information.

Questions on Transportation (Page 22)

1Which mode of transportation do you use the most?Show solution

Answer (Sample/Model Answer):

I use the school bus the most for my daily travel. It picks me up from near my home every morning and drops me back in the afternoon. Sometimes, my parents also take me by car or auto-rickshaw when we go to the market or visit relatives.

(Note: Students should write their own personal answer based on their experience.)

2Can you identify the structures in the pictures, and explain how they have made travel faster and connectivity better?Show solution

Answer:

(Note: The pictures show structures like flyovers and metro trains. Based on the context of the chapter, the answer is as follows:)

Flyover: A flyover is a high road built above busy roads and crossings. It allows vehicles to move without stopping at traffic signals. This saves time and reduces traffic jams, making travel faster.

Metro Train: A metro train is a fast electric train that runs on a fixed track, often above or below the ground. It can carry many passengers at once and travels very quickly. It helps people reach their destinations faster and reduces the number of vehicles on the road.

Both these structures have improved connectivity between different parts of a city and made daily travel much more convenient.

Find Out (Page 23 – Travel Comparison Table)

1How did your parents and grandparents go to school or other places, when they were of your age? Is it different from how you travel today? Note it down below.Show solution

Answer (Sample/Model Answer):

You	Parents	Grandparents
I travel by school bus or car.	My parents walked to school or used a bicycle.	My grandparents walked long distances or used a bullock cart or bicycle.

Observation: Yes, it is very different. Today we have many fast and comfortable modes of transport like buses, cars, metro trains and auto-rickshaws. In earlier times, people mostly walked or used bicycles and bullock carts. Travel was slower and more tiring.

(Note: Students should fill this based on their own family's experience.)

Write (Page 23 – Hospital Section)

1List the people who work at a hospital or a health centre; and write down their role in the following table.Show solution

Answer:

People	Role in the Hospital/Health Centre
Doctor	Treats patients and prescribes medicines.
Nurse	Takes care of patients, gives medicines and injections as directed by the doctor.
Pharmacist	Prepares and gives medicines to patients.
Lab Technician	Conducts blood tests and other medical tests to help diagnose diseases.
Receptionist	Registers patients and manages appointments.
Ambulance Driver	Drives the ambulance to bring patients to the hospital quickly.
Sweeper/Sanitation Worker	Keeps the hospital clean and hygienic to prevent the spread of diseases.
Surgeon	Performs operations and surgical procedures on patients.

Discuss (Page 25 – Sending Money)

1If you had to send money to someone, which method would you choose—using a phone, Money Order or some other mode? Why?Show solution

Answer (Sample/Model Answer):

I would choose to send money using a phone (online transfer/UPI) because:

It is fast: The money reaches the other person instantly.
It is safe: There is no risk of the money getting lost on the way.
It is convenient: We can send money from anywhere without going to a bank or post office.
It is easy: We just need a mobile phone and internet connection.

However, for people who do not have a mobile phone or internet, a Money Order through the post office is also a good option as it is reliable and reaches even remote areas.

(Note: Students may choose any method and give their own reasons.)

Write (Page 25 – Saving Money)

1If you get pocket money, do you save it? If yes, where do you put your savings?Show solution

Answer (Sample/Model Answer):

Yes, I save a part of my pocket money. I put my savings in a piggy bank at home. My parents have also opened a small savings account in my name at the bank where they deposit some money for my future.

(Note: Students should write their own personal answer.)

2Why do you think it is important to save money?Show solution

Answer:

It is important to save money because:

For emergencies: If something unexpected happens, like a medical emergency, saved money can be very helpful.
To buy something special: If we want to buy a book, toy, or gift, our savings can help us.
For the future: Saving money helps us plan for future needs like education.
Good habit: Saving teaches us to be responsible and not waste money.
Sense of security: Having savings gives us a feeling of safety and confidence.

3What are some things you could do to save more money?Show solution

Answer:

Here are some things I could do to save more money:

Avoid unnecessary spending: Not buying things I do not really need.
Use a piggy bank: Put a fixed amount in my piggy bank every day or week.
Make a budget: Plan how much to spend and how much to save.
Avoid wasting food and water: This saves money indirectly.
Borrow books from the library instead of buying them every time.
Walk short distances instead of taking transport, saving travel money.

4Request one of your family members to show you their bank passbook. Note the important elements given on the first page of the passbook.

Answer (Sample/Model Answer):

After looking at my family member's bank passbook, I found the following important elements on the first page:

Account Holder's Name – The name of the person who owns the account.
Account Number – A unique number given to each account.
Bank Name and Branch – The name of the bank and the branch where the account is held.
IFSC Code – A special code used for online money transfers.
Type of Account – Whether it is a savings account or current account.
Date of Opening – The date when the account was opened.
Photograph and Signature – The account holder's photo and signature.

(Note: Students should fill this based on their own observation of a real passbook.)

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Activity 3 – Bank Visit (Page 26)

1aOther than saving money, what else do people use banks for?

Answer:

Other than saving money, people use banks for:

Taking loans: People borrow money from banks to buy a house, car, or start a business.
Sending money: Banks help transfer money to other people through NEFT, RTGS, or UPI.
Fixed Deposits (FD): People keep money in FD to earn more interest over time.
Paying bills: Electricity, water, and other bills can be paid through the bank.
Issuing cheques and demand drafts: For making large payments safely.
Keeping valuables safe: Banks have lockers where people can keep jewellery and important documents.

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1bWhat is an ATM and how does it help people?

Answer:

ATM stands for Automated Teller Machine.

An ATM is a machine that allows people to withdraw cash from their bank account at any time of the day or night, without going to the bank.

How it helps people:

We can withdraw money 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
We do not need to stand in long queues at the bank.
We can check our account balance at the ATM.
ATMs are available in many places like markets, hospitals, and railway stations, making it very convenient.
We can also deposit cash at some ATMs.

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2aTake an Indian currency note. Look at it closely and answer: What is the value of the note?

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2bHow many languages do you see on the note?

Answer:

On an Indian currency note, I can see 17 languages printed on the language panel on the back of the note. These include Hindi and English on the front, and 15 other regional languages of India on the back, such as Bengali, Telugu, Marathi, Tamil, Urdu, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Odia, Punjabi, Assamese, Konkani, Manipuri, Nepali, and Sanskrit.

(Note: The exact number may vary slightly; students should count the languages on the note they are observing.)

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2cWhat pictures or symbols are there on the note?

Answer (Sample – for a ₹50 note):

On the Indian currency note, I can see the following pictures and symbols:

Front side:

Portrait of Mahatma Gandhi
Ashoka Pillar Emblem (the national emblem of India)
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) seal
A security thread running through the note
The signature of the RBI Governor

Back side:

A picture representing Indian heritage or culture (e.g., Hampi with Chariot for ₹50 note)
The year of printing
Swachh Bharat Abhiyan logo

(Note: Students should describe the note they are actually observing.)

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Questions on Directions (Pages 28–29)

1Look at the picture above, and write down the places located in the North, East, West, and South of Navya's home.

Answer:

(Note: This question is based on a picture/map that could not be fully viewed in the OCR. Students should look at the picture in their textbook and fill in the table accordingly. A sample format is given below.)

Direction	Place
North	(Write the place shown to the North of Navya's home in the picture)
East	(Write the place shown to the East of Navya's home in the picture)
West	(Write the place shown to the West of Navya's home in the picture)
South	(Write the place shown to the South of Navya's home in the picture)

How to find directions:

North is the direction towards the top of the map.
South is towards the bottom.
East is towards the right.
West is towards the left.

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2Look at the picture on the next page, and imagine your school at the centre. Name the buildings or areas near your school and write the direction they are situated in the given spaces.

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3Imagine you are giving directions to a friend to visit your favourite place near your school. How would you explain it using directions (left, right, forward, backward, etc.) and landmarks?

Answer (Sample/Model Answer):

Place: The Public Library near my school

Instructions:

Start from the main gate of the school.
Turn right and walk forward for about 2 minutes.
You will see a big banyan tree on your left – that is a landmark.
After the banyan tree, turn left.
Walk forward for about 1 minute.
You will see a red building on your right – that is the Public Library.

(Note: Students should write directions based on their own school and favourite nearby place.)

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Activity 4 – Draw a Map (Page 30)

1Draw a map showing the route from your school to the public library or any such place near your school. Identify landmarks like parks, shops, hospitals, bus stops, etc. on the map.

Answer:

(This is a drawing/creative activity. Students should draw their own map in their notebooks or the space provided in the textbook.)

Steps to draw the map:

Start point: Mark your school at one end of the map.
End point: Mark the public library (or chosen place) at the other end.
Draw the route: Draw the roads/paths connecting the school to the library.
Add landmarks: Draw and label landmarks along the route such as:

A park (draw a tree symbol)
A hospital (draw a red cross symbol)
A bus stop (draw a bus symbol)
A shop or market (draw a building symbol)

Add a compass: Draw a small compass showing North, South, East, and West.
Add a title: Write 'Map from My School to the Public Library' at the top.

Remember: A good map is neat, labelled clearly, and has a compass direction marked on it.

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Let Us Reflect (Pages 31–32)

1Imagine you have ₹100 to utilise in a month. Plan how to spend and save wisely. Use the table to create your budget.

Answer (Sample/Model Answer):

Category	Planned amount	Why did you choose this amount?
Savings	₹40	Saving ₹40 will help me buy something special in the future or use it in an emergency.
Expenditure	₹60	I will use ₹20 for stationery, ₹20 for snacks, and ₹20 for other small needs.

Reflection: Saving money every month is a good habit. If I save ₹40 each month, in 3 months I will have ₹120, which I can use to buy a book or a toy I really want. Saving also teaches me to be responsible and not waste money on unnecessary things.

(Note: Students may choose their own amounts and reasons.)

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2Imagine that your group is in charge of making your neighbourhood better. Discuss what new services or facilities you would add or improve. Present how these changes would help everyone in the community.

Answer (Sample/Model Answer):

If our group were in charge of making our neighbourhood better, we would add or improve the following:

More parks and green spaces: So that children can play safely and people can relax. Plants and trees also keep the air clean.
Better roads and footpaths: So that people can walk safely without fear of accidents.
More dustbins: To keep the neighbourhood clean and reduce littering.
A public library: So that children and adults can read books and gain knowledge for free.
Better street lighting: To make the streets safe at night.
A community health centre: So that people can get basic medical help nearby without travelling far.
Recycling facilities: To manage waste properly and protect the environment.

These changes would make our neighbourhood cleaner, safer, healthier, and more enjoyable for everyone.

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3As a class, list people in your neighbourhood who helped the community during COVID-19. Discuss how they made the community safer and why it is important to thank them.

Answer (Sample/Model Answer):

People who helped the community during COVID-19:

Person	How they helped
Doctors and Nurses	Treated sick patients and worked tirelessly in hospitals, risking their own health.
Garbage Collectors/Sanitation Workers	Continued collecting waste to keep the neighbourhood clean and prevent further spread of disease.
Shopkeepers	Kept essential shops open so people could get food and medicines.
Teachers	Taught students online so that education did not stop.
Police Officers	Ensured people followed safety rules and helped maintain order.
Delivery Workers	Delivered food, medicines, and essential items to people's homes.
Volunteers	Distributed food and masks to those in need.

Why it is important to thank them:
These people put the safety of others before their own. They worked hard under very difficult conditions. Thanking them shows that we value their sacrifice and hard work. It also encourages them and others to continue helping the community. We can thank them by saying kind words, writing thank-you notes, or simply respecting their work.

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4Can you list out the people involved and vehicles used in each of these services in the boxes given below? (An example has been given.)

Answer:

(Note: This question refers to pictures/boxes in the textbook that could not be fully viewed in the OCR. Based on the context of the chapter about neighbourhood services, a model answer covering common community services is given below.)

Service	People Involved	Vehicles Used
Fire Service	Firefighters, Fire Officer	Fire Engine/Fire Truck
Police Service	Police Officers, Constables	Police Car, Police Motorcycle
Medical/Ambulance Service	Doctors, Paramedics, Nurses	Ambulance
Postal Service	Postman, Post Office Staff	Postal Van, Bicycle
Garbage/Sanitation Service	Sanitation Workers, Sweepers	Garbage Truck
School Transport	Bus Driver, Conductor	School Bus

(Note: Students should fill in the boxes based on the actual pictures shown in their textbook.)

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Write (Page 18 – Post Office Section)

Activity 2 – Interview with Elders (Comparison Table)

Discuss (Page 21 – Communication Section)

Questions on Transportation (Page 22)

Find Out (Page 23 – Travel Comparison Table)

Write (Page 23 – Hospital Section)

Discuss (Page 25 – Sending Money)

Write (Page 25 – Saving Money)

Activity 3 – Bank Visit (Page 26)

Questions on Directions (Pages 28–29)

Activity 4 – Draw a Map (Page 30)

Let Us Reflect (Pages 31–32)

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