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Samacheer Class 6 Social Science - National Symbols

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Sections in this chapter
I. Choose the correct Answer 10II. Fill in the blanks 1III. Choose the Correct Answer 1IV. Fill in the blanks 1VII. Choose the wrong sentence 2IX. Answer the following 9X. Activities 2XI. Life Skill Activity 1II. Answer the following 3
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1I. Choose the correct Answer10 questions
Q.1The National Song Vande Mataram was composed by …………….v
  1. A. Pingali Venkayya
  2. B. Rabindra Nath Tagore
  3. C. Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
  4. D. Gandhiji
Solution

(c) Bankim Chandra Chatterjee

Answer:

(c) Bankim Chandra Chatterjee

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Q.2Which is the National Anthem of India?v
  1. A. Jana Gana Mana
  2. C. Amar Sonar Bangla
  3. B. Vande Mataram
  4. D. Neerarum kaduluduththa
Solution

(a) Jana Gana Manal
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Answer:

(a) Jana Gana Manal
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Q.3Who wrote the most famous novel Anand Math?v
  1. A. Akbar
  2. B. Rabindra Nath Tagore
  3. C. Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
  4. D. Jawaharlal Nehru
Solution

c) Bankim Chandra Chatterjee

Answer:

c) Bankim Chandra Chatterjee

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Q.4_______ birthday is celebrated as the International Day of non violence.v
  1. A. Mahatma Gandhi
  2. B. Subash Chandra Bose
  3. C. Sardar Vallabhai Patel
  4. D. Jawaharlal Nehru
Solution

(a) Mahatma Gandhi

Answer:

(a) Mahatma Gandhi

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Q.5The colour of the Asoka chakra found in our National flag is ……………..v
  1. A. sky blue
  2. B. navy blue
  3. C. blue
  4. D. green
Solution

(b) navy blue

Answer:

(b) navy blue

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Q.6The first flag ever flown after the Independence is stored in _______v
  1. A. Chennai fort Museum
  2. C. Saranath Museum
  3. B. Delhi Museum
  4. D. Kolkata Museum
Solution

(a) Chennai fort Museum
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(a) Chennai fort Museum
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Q.7The National Anthem was written by ……………..v
  1. A. Devandranath Tagore
  2. B. Bharathiyar
  3. C. Rabindranath Tagore
  4. D. Bala Gangadhar Tilak
Solution

(c) Rabindranath Tagore

Answer:

(c) Rabindranath Tagore

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Q.8The time taken to play the National Anthem is _______v
  1. A. 50 seconds
  2. C. 52 seconds
  3. B. 52 minutes
  4. D. 20 seconds
Solution

(c) 52 seconds

Answer:

(c) 52 seconds

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Q.9“Vande Mataram” was first sung by at the 1896 session of the National Congress.v
  1. A. Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
  2. B. Rabindranath Tagore
  3. C. Mahatma Gandhi
  4. D. Sarojini Naidu
Solution

(b) Rabindranath Tagore

Answer:

(b) Rabindranath Tagore

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Q.10_______ hoists the flag on Independence day in Delhiv
  1. A. The Prime Minister
  2. C. Vice President
  3. B. The President
  4. D. Any Political leader
Solution

(a) The Prime Minister

Answer:

(a) The Prime Minister

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2II. Fill in the blanks1 questions
Q.G1The National emblem was adopted from the Ashoka pillar of …………….. The National fruit of India is …………….. The National Bird of India is …………….. Our National tree is the …………….. The flag which was flown in 1947 Independence day was weaved in …………….. The Indian National Flag was designed by …………….. …………….. Started the Saka Era. The longest river in India is …………….. The Indian Rupee symbol was designed by …………….. The Chakra of the National Flag has …………….. spokes.v
Solution

Sarnath
Mango
Peacock
Banyan tree
Gudiyatham
Pinglivenkayya
Kanishka
The Ganges
D. Udhaya Kumar
24

Answer:

Sarnath
Mango
Peacock
Banyan tree
Gudiyatham
Pinglivenkayya
Kanishka
The Ganges
D. Udhaya Kumar
24

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3III. Choose the Correct Answer1 questions
Q.G2The Lion Capital is now in the _______ museum (Kolkata / Sarnath) The National Anthem was adopted in _______ (1950 / 1947) _______ is declared as our National Microorganism (Lactobacillus / Rhizobium)v
Solution

Sarnath
1950
Lactobacillus

Answer:

Sarnath
1950
Lactobacillus

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4IV. Fill in the blanks1 questions
Q.G3Saffron – Courage; White – …………….. Horse – Energy; Bull – …………….. 1947 – Independence day; 1950 – ……………..v
Solution

Honestly
Hard work
Republic day

Answer:

Honestly
Hard work
Republic day

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5VII. Choose the wrong sentence2 questions
Q.1The ratio of our National Flags length and breadth is 3:2 e. The Chakra has 24 spokes f. The Chakra is Sky Blue in colourv
Solution

f. The Chakra is Sky Blue in colour

Answer:

f. The Chakra is Sky Blue in colour

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Q.2The National Flag was designed by pingali Venkayya g. The First ever flown Flag after the Independence is stored in Kolkata Museum. h. The First National Flag was weaved in Gudiyattam.v
Solution

g. The First ever flown Flag after the Independence is stored in Kolkata Museum.

Answer:

g. The First ever flown Flag after the Independence is stored in Kolkata Museum.

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6IX. Answer the following9 questions
Q.1What do the colours in our National Flag represent?v
Solution

The saffron at the top represents valour and sacrifice.
The green at the bottom represents fertility and prosperity.
The white band in between represents honesty, peace, and purity.
The Ashoka Chakra or the wheel in navy blue represents truth and peace.

Answer:

The saffron at the top represents valour and sacrifice.
The green at the bottom represents fertility and prosperity.
The white band in between represents honesty, peace, and purity.
The Ashoka Chakra or the wheel in navy blue represents truth and peace.

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Q.2What are the parts of our National emblem?v
Solution

The four lions on top of the Ashoka Pillar at Samath was chosen to be our National emblem.
‘Satyameva Jayate” has been inscribed at its bottom. It means truth alone triumphs.
The National emblem consists of two parts the upper and lower parts.
The upper part has four lions facing the North, South, East and West. This is on a circular pedestal. One can see only three lions at a time.
The lower part has an elephant, a horse, a bull and a lion. The ‘Wheel of righteousness’ is placed between them.
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Answer:

The four lions on top of the Ashoka Pillar at Samath was chosen to be our National emblem.
‘Satyameva Jayate” has been inscribed at its bottom. It means truth alone triumphs.
The National emblem consists of two parts the upper and lower parts.
The upper part has four lions facing the North, South, East and West. This is on a circular pedestal. One can see only three lions at a time.
The lower part has an elephant, a horse, a bull and a lion. The ‘Wheel of righteousness’ is placed between them.
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Q.3What are the salient features of the National Anthem?v
Solution

‘Jana Gana Mana’ is our National anthem.
It symbolizes the sovereignty and integrity of our Nation.
This anthem was written by Rabindranath Tagore in Bengali.

Answer:

‘Jana Gana Mana’ is our National anthem.
It symbolizes the sovereignty and integrity of our Nation.
This anthem was written by Rabindranath Tagore in Bengali.

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Q.4Draw and define the Indian Rupee symbol.v
Solution

The Indian currency is the Indian rupees.
The symbol of rupees is ?.
This was designed by D. Udhayakumar from Tamil Nadu in the year 2010

Answer:

The Indian currency is the Indian rupees.
The symbol of rupees is ?.
This was designed by D. Udhayakumar from Tamil Nadu in the year 2010

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Q.5Where do we use our National emblem?v
Solution

The National emblem is found at the top of the Government Communication, Indian Currency and passport.

Answer:

The National emblem is found at the top of the Government Communication, Indian Currency and passport.

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Q.6Who wrote the National pledge?v
Solution

“India is my country. All Indians are my brothers and sisters” is our national pledge.
The pledge was written by Pydimarri Venkata Subba Rao in Telugu.
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Answer:

“India is my country. All Indians are my brothers and sisters” is our national pledge.
The pledge was written by Pydimarri Venkata Subba Rao in Telugu.
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Q.7What are the animals found at the bottom of the emblem?v
Solution

At the bottom of the emblem, we see an elephant, a horse, a bull, and a lion.

Answer:

At the bottom of the emblem, we see an elephant, a horse, a bull, and a lion.

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Q.8What are the natural national symbols?v
Solution

Tiger, Elephant, River dolphin of Ganges, Peacock, King cobra, Banyan tree, Mango, The Ganges, and Lotus are the natural national symbols.

Answer:

Tiger, Elephant, River dolphin of Ganges, Peacock, King cobra, Banyan tree, Mango, The Ganges, and Lotus are the natural national symbols.

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Q.9Where is the peacock sanctuary located in Tamil Nadu?v
Solution

There is a peacock sanctuary at Viralimalai in the district of Pudukottai (Tamil Nadu).

Answer:

There is a peacock sanctuary at Viralimalai in the district of Pudukottai (Tamil Nadu).

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7X. Activities2 questions
Q.3What should we do to protect endangered plants and animals? Discuss?v
Solution

Educate your family about endangered plants and animals in your area.
Recycle and buy sustainable products.
Reduce water consumption.
Do not buy plastic products.
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Educate your family about endangered plants and animals in your area.
Recycle and buy sustainable products.
Reduce water consumption.
Do not buy plastic products.
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Q.4Celebrate the national events in your school and prepare a news item for a local newspaper.v
Solution

A feast for the eyes:
Marchpastl drills and entertainment programme were part of the Independence day celebration held in
Angel public school R. T. Nagar.
Dances were choreographed to spread the message of unity in diversity and peace.

Answer:

A feast for the eyes:
Marchpastl drills and entertainment programme were part of the Independence day celebration held in
Angel public school R. T. Nagar.
Dances were choreographed to spread the message of unity in diversity and peace.

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8XI. Life Skill Activity1 questions
Q.1Why are certain organisms adopted as natural National symbols? Analyse.v
Solution

To cultivate a deep sense of pride in the hearts of Indian citizens.
To represent a quality unique to India and its citizens.

Answer:

To cultivate a deep sense of pride in the hearts of Indian citizens.
To represent a quality unique to India and its citizens.

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9II. Answer the following3 questions
Q.1What are the rules to be observed while singing the Anthem?v
Solution

Everyone should stand erect while singing the national anthem.
One should understand the meaning while singing.
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Answer:

Everyone should stand erect while singing the national anthem.
One should understand the meaning while singing.
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Q.2List out Tamil Nadu’s Natural symbols.v
Solution

Animal – Nilgiritahr Bird
Flower – Gloriosa Superba Tree

Answer:

Animal – Nilgiritahr Bird
Flower – Gloriosa Superba Tree

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Q.3Who has been given the right to manufacture the National flag?v
Solution

As of 2009, the Karnataka Khadi Gramodyoga Samyukta Sangha has been the sole manufacturer of the flag.

Answer:

As of 2009, the Karnataka Khadi Gramodyoga Samyukta Sangha has been the sole manufacturer of the flag.

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