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What is the meaning of culture according to the chapter?
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Culture is a way of life. It is the sum of habits, values, customs, traditions, and conduct of lifestyle of humans. Culture includes changes that occur in public life, social rules and regulations of …
What are the two main divisions of Indian heritage?
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Indian heritage is divided into two main divisions: (1) Natural Heritage of India - includes mountains, forests, deserts, rivers, vegetation, wildlife, and landscapes, (2) Cultural Heritage of India -…
Name the major rivers mentioned that have influenced Indian culture.
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The major rivers are: Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati, Indus, Narmada, Godavari, Krishna, and Ravi. These rivers have profoundly influenced Indian people and culture, providing water for drinking, irrigation…
Which trees and plants are worshipped in India and why?
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Banyan, Pipal, and Basil (Tulsi) are worshipped in India. This shows Indians' love for environment since ancient times. These trees are considered sacred and are part of religious and social life, dem…
What is special about Asian lions and where are they found?
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Asian lions in the world are found only in the Gir forest of Gujarat. This makes them unique to India and shows the importance of wildlife conservation. India has given status of God-Goddesses' vehicl…
Which animals are shown on Indian national currency and why?
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Four lions, horse, elephant, and bull are shown on Indian national currency. These animals represent India's rich wildlife heritage and cultural values. The four lions are from the Ashoka Pillar, symb…
Who were the Negritos and what were their characteristics?
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Negritos (Habsi people) are considered the most ancient inhabitants of India by some historians. They came from Africa via Baluchistan to India. Their characteristics: black skin, height of 4-5 feet, …
Describe the Australoid people and their contributions.
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Australoid (Nishad people) came from South East Asia. Physical features: black skin, broad head, flat nose, short height. Aryans called them 'Nishad'. Tribes like Kol, Munda, Khasi have Australoid ori…
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