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NIOS · Class 10 · English

What The Last Stone Mason covers in NIOS Class 10 English: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the NIOS Class 10 English syllabus.

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4 Topics · NIOS Class 10 English · 2026-27

Topics in The Last Stone Mason

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1. Story Overview and Central Theme

  • The old man is a stone mason and sculptor who carves statues of gods like Radha and Krishna.
  • For him, work is worship and service to God, not only a way to earn money.
  • Gopal, his biological son, leaves the family trade because he wants more money.
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2. Character Sketches

  • The old man is committed, patient, and deeply devoted to his art.
  • He continues working for days without rest and eventually faints from exhaustion.
  • He values tradition and has learnt carving from his father, who learnt it from his father before him.
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3. Important Events in the Story

  • The young man throws down his hammer and chisel and announces he is leaving.
  • He says the work has brought them nothing and does not pay enough.
  • The old man replies that money is not everything and that work is service to God.
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4. Grammar: Present Perfect Tense

  • Present perfect tense is formed with has/have + past participle.
  • Has is used with he, she, and it.
  • Have is used with I, you, we, and they.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Conflict between traditional craftsmanship and commercial values, and the discovery of true artistic talent

The Old ManGopalSalimTraditional craftCommercial valuesArtistic talentPresent perfect tenseNon-finite -ing forms

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Last Stone Mason for NIOS Class 10 English?
Key topics in The Last Stone Mason include Story Overview and Central Theme, Character Sketches, Important Events in the Story, Grammar: Present Perfect Tense. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the NIOS Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise The Last Stone Mason for the NIOS Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 44 practice questions on The Last Stone Mason. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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