NCERT Answers
Q1. What are some of the rules you follow in your family and neighbourhood? Why are they important?
Answer (100–120 words):
In my family, we follow rules like respecting elders, helping in household work, and speaking politely to each other. At home, I must finish my homework before playing, and avoid wasting food or water. In the neighbourhood, I avoid littering, greet neighbours respectfully, and follow traffic rules. These rules are important because they teach discipline, responsibility, and cooperation. They also ensure harmony within the family and safety in society. Following rules helps us live peacefully with others and shows that we care for both people and the environment.
Q2. Do you think some rules are unfair to a few people in the family or community? Why?
Answer (80–100 words):
Yes, sometimes rules may feel unfair. For example, in some families, only women are expected to cook and clean, while men do not share household chores. Similarly, in some communities, certain groups face restrictions in using public spaces or resources. Such rules are unfair because they burden some members and give privileges to others. Rules should be equal and just for everyone, so that all members of a family or community can live with dignity, respect, and fairness.
Q3. Describe several situations that you have observed where community support makes a difference. You can draw or write about these.
Answer (120–150 words):
I have seen many situations where community support is very helpful. During festivals like Diwali and Eid, neighbours share sweets and help in decorations, making celebrations joyful. In times of crisis, like heavy rains or floods, people in our colony worked together to remove water and provide food to those affected. During the COVID-19 lockdown, our housing society arranged for delivery of groceries and medicines for elderly people. Similarly, when someone in the neighbourhood has a wedding or function, all families join in cooking, cleaning, and organising. These examples show that community support gives strength during difficulties and spreads happiness during celebrations.
Extra Questions – Chapter 9: Family and Community
Very Short Answer Questions
- What is the smallest unit of society?
Answer: The family. - What are the two main types of families?
Answer: Joint families and nuclear families. - What do Indian languages often call cousins?
Answer: Brothers or sisters (no separate word). - What does “halma” mean in the Bhil community?
Answer: Coming together to support each other in times of crisis. - Name one new type of community in urban areas.
Answer: Residents’ Welfare Associations.
Short Answer Questions
Q6. What values do children learn from family life?
Answer: Children learn love, cooperation, responsibility, discipline, sharing, respect for elders, and cultural traditions from family life.
Q7. How did Shalini’s family in Kerala practise family values?
Answer: They sacrificed their own desires and bought clothes for her uncle’s family during Onam, showing love, sharing, and caring for relatives in need.
Q8. What role did Tenzing’s grandparents play in his life?
Answer: His grandmother told wise stories, and his grandfather helped with homework, accompanied him to the bus stop, and participated in community service.