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NCERT 8th Class (CBSE) Social Science: The Constitution And The Need For Law

Democracy

Question: What is a constitution? Why need to have a constitution? Answer: A constitution is an important document laying down the fundamental principles of a country. The country is governed by these principles. Our Constitution was prepared by the Constituent Assembly. The Indian Constitution came into effect on 26 January …

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NCERT 8th Class (CBSE) Social Science: Manufacturing Industries

Industry

Question: Define industry. Answer: Industry refers to an economic activity that is concerned with production of goods, extraction of minerals or provision of services. Question: Name three common methods of classifying industries. Answer: Industries are classified according to raw material used, size and ownership. Question: Expand the abbreviation AMUL. Where …

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NCERT 8th Class (CBSE) Social Science: Life In The Rural Areas

Rural Administration

Question: Why were Bengal artisans deserting villages? Answer: Bengal artisans were deserting villages because they were being pressurised to sell their goods to the Company at low prices. Question: Name the Governor-General of India when the Permanent Settlement was introduced. Answer: Charles Cornwallis. Question: What did the ‘Permanent Settlement’ actually …

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NCERT 8th Class (CBSE) Social Science: Craft And Industries

Sarees of Kanchipuram

Question: Give two reasons why Indian textiles were renowned all over the world. Answer: Their fine quality and beautiful craftsmanship made them renowned all over the world. Question: Why were printed Indian cotton textiles I popular in England? Answer: Printed Indian cotton textiles were popular in England for their exquisite …

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