Gujarat Board | Class 9Th | English | Model Question Paper & Solution | Chapter – 10 Ecology for Peace

Ans. Preservation and prosperity of all the species, including mankind and the oneness of man and nature are the universal values mentioned in the text.

Ans. We should accept only things that are necessary for us. We should not snatch away what belongs to others or is required by others. This will lead to peace.

Ans. We should not keep others away from having what we actually don’t need. We should not destroy animals, birds, trees or other aspects of nature to make this earth a peaceful home for all.

Ans. Ahimsa or non-violence is what I like about the Indian culture.

Ans. Jain sadhus put a cloth on their mouths, drink boiled water and do not take food before sunrise and after sunset so that they do not destroy even the smallest bacteria.

Ans. (1) I will not snatch away what belongs to others or is required by others.

(2) I will not keep others away from having what I do not need.

(3) I will not destroy trees, animals, birds and other things in nature.

Ans. The whole world is like one single unit. Though all living beings and species are different from one another, we share the same home – the earth. We must learn to live together peacefully. All living beings on this earth have the same right to live and progress.

Ans. Peace does not mean ‘no-war’. It also does not mean peace between people and countries. True peace can prevail only when man lives in peace with nature, divine forces and himself also. Peace means protecting and preserving nature.

Ans. We should not snatch away what belongs to others or is required by others. We should not keep others away from having what we actually don’t need. There is enough for everyone’s need. We should be satisfied and happy with what we have. But if we are greedy, nothing is enough for us – nothing will make us happy.

Ans. Our Indian culture has given us a heart as big as the earth. It teaches us ahimsa or non-violence. We have taught the world the true philosophy of peace and harmony. So we have a global heart.

A lion was lying under a bush. A swarm of mosquitoes was buzzing over him. After a while, the lion woke up. And he said to himself, “I am so strong that I need not fear anyone on this earth!”

The mosquitoes heard him. “Don’t think that no one is stronger than you. Even we can challenge you,” said one of them.

“Silence, you little insects!” roared the angry lion. “Mind you, I can crush the whole lot of you with a single paw!”

The mosquitoes could not bear this. Their leader said, “Come on friends, let’s show him our strength. He is boasting too much!”

So the whole swarm of mosquitoes attacked the lion. They began to bite him all over! The lion jumped around furiously. He tried to kill the mosquitoes. But he could kill only

a few of them. The swarm kept on biting him and never stopped. The lion jumped up and down. He ran madly around the bush. The lion was tired. He could not fight them back.

At last he urged, “Please stop biting. Take pity on me and leave me alone. Now, I know, I am not the strongest.”

The leader said, “Don’t boast of your strength ever again.”

‘Unity in Diversity’ means ‘unity even after various differences’. And this unity in diversity is the essential characteristic of India.

It is only in India that people of different religions, creeds, castes, languages, cultures, lifestyle, rituals of worship, etc. live together with harmony. It is only in India where people of different religions like Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Sikhism, Jainism, Christianity and Parsees live together. People here celebrate their festivals like Holi, Diwali, Id, Christmas, etc. very peacefully without harming other religious people.

People of all religions joined hands to free India from the British rule. The freedom struggle is the greatest example of unity in diversity in India.

Ans. The Vedas talk about the oneness of man and nature.

Ans. We have always tried for the preservation and prosperity of all the species including mankind on this earth.

Ans. The ideas expressed in the ancient texts have universal value.

Ans. The Atharva Veda says that all living beings have the same right to live. and thrive.

Ans. The whole world lives as one single unit like a nest.

Ans. We can live as one single unit through co-living.

Ans. We must learn to progress and prosper together happily or perish together miserably.

Ans. We are the birds of the same nest because though we have different skin, wear different clothes, speak different languages, believe in different religions, belong to different cultures – we live in the same home: our earth.

Ans. We are born on the same planet, covered with the same sky, gaze at the same stars and breathe the same air.

Ans. Our idea of peace embraces the whole nature and whole creation.

Ans. Our idea of peace is not limited to men or countries and communities.

Ans. Our idea of peace embraces the whole nature and the whole creation.

Ans. The shanti mantra warns us not to disturb nature, not to abuse, pollute or destroy our surroundings up to the heaven.

Ans. In trying to master ecology, we are destroying ourselves, our earth.

Ans. True peace will prevail when man lives in peace with nature, divine forces and ultimately himself.

Ans. The rishi says that everything that is animate or inanimate in the universe is given life by the supreme power.

Ans. We should accept only these things that are necessary for us.

Ans. We should not snatch away what belongs to others or is required by others.

Ans. Our greed keeps others away from having what we do not need.

Ans. Gandhiji said that ‘there is enough on this earth for everybody’s need, but not sufficient for one’s greed.’

Ans. Man must protect and not exploit and consume other animals.

Ans. We can make the world less violent when we stop destroying animals, trees and other aspects of nature.

Ans. The Jain sadhus put a cloth on their mouth, drink boiled water and do not take food before sunrise and after sunset so that they do not destroy bacteria.

Ans. Mahavir Swami believed that we should not disturb or hurt even a stone for our selfish purpose.

Ans. Our rishis believed that every matter in the universe is living.

Ans. Everything in the universe is living and in a process of evolution. That was the realism of our ancient seers.

Ans. King Dushyant was chasing a deer for hunting.

Ans. Two disciples of Kanva rishi stopped the king from hunting the deer.

Ans. According to the disciples, shooting an arrow at the deer was as bad as putting fire on a heap of flowers.

Ans. Ahimsa was very much in the blood of ancient people and it became the tradition of Indian culture.

Ans. Ancient wisdom teaches the world the true philosophy of universal peace and harmony.

Ans. Our culture has given us a global heart as big as this earth.

Ans. The saint has expressed his wish for peace among the people.

Ans. People believe that worshipping Goddess Lakshmi brings prosperity in the house.

Ans. The committee formed by the sarpanch includes people of all religions.

Ans. Preservation and protection of the tiger and the lion is very necessary because they are endangered species.

Ans. Children must be taught the value of protecting the resources of nature.

Ans. Mankind has achieved a lot of progress in the field of medical science.

Ans. This museum has preserved texts like the Ramayana and the Mahabharata as they are our ancient epics.

Ans. People of all religions and communities must live in peace and harmony to thrive.

Ans. Exchanging sweets and messages of best wishes on festive occasions has been our culture since ages.

Ans. The visitors gazed with wonder at the beautiful surroundings of the hill station.

Ans. Anil chased the man who had snatched his bag.

Ans. We require more funds because what we have collected now is not sufficient to build a new school.

Ans. In spite of the presence of a large police force, the violent crowd attacked the factory.

Ans. The women of the village are working hard for the progress of their community.

Ans. The minister warned the king that his greed would destroy him.

Ans. It is said that the rich prosper by exploiting the poor.

Ans. Many birds and animals perish by consuming plastic thrown in the garbage.

Ans. Ramji was so selfish and greedy that he lost all his friends and lived miserably.

Ans. The police has spread in the entire area to protect all the people.

Ans. Raju has limited knowledge of the process of making earthen pots.

Ans. The principal has studied all the aspects before giving his decision in this matter.

Ans. Dronacharya refused to accept Ekalavya as his disciple.

Ans. Our saints have always preached for peace and non-violence.

Ans. The creation of good syllabus will benefit all the students.

Ans. The children were enjoying the party but their purpose was not to disturb the neighbours.

Ans. It is necessary to tell the students the extent to which they should use the freedom given to them.

Ans. The people of the kingdom used all the force to prevent the king from abusing his powers.

Ans. When we pollute air and water, we are destroying our own future.

Ans. After a lot of practice, Nita has ultimately been able to master the art of making paper flowers.

Ans. Sati was an evil tradition that prevailed in some communities in the olden days.

Ans. The hunter saw the deer and immediately shot an arrow.

Ans. Please do not step on the heap of tender flowers.

Ans. The king accepted that Birbal’s wit and wisdom had solved many problems.