A Vision for India's Future
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A Vision for India's Future

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What did Phatik long for during his time at his aunt's house?

  • To relax indoors with his cousins
  • To be back at his village home (correct)
  • To excel in his studies
  • To play video games with friends

    • How did Phatik feel about his mother?

  • He admired her strength and discipline
  • He felt indifferent towards her
  • He had a deep, instinctual love for her (correct)
  • He was angry at her for sending him away

    • What was Phatik's condition at school?

  • He was a top student admired by his peers
  • He was a leader among the boys
  • He was popular and well-liked by everyone
  • He struggled and was often caned by the teacher (correct)

    • What did Phatik do when he saw other children playing?

    <p>He stood by the window and felt a deep longing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What response did Phatik receive when he asked his uncle about going home?

    <p>His uncle told him to wait until the holidays come</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happened after Phatik lost his lesson-book?

    <p>He found it even more challenging to keep up with his lessons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Phatik's cousins treat him?

    <p>They started teasing and insulting him</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the cramped environment of his aunt's house make Phatik feel?

    <p>He felt oppressed and suffocated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Phatik accused of doing?

    <p>Hitting Makhan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Phatik react to Makhan's accusation?

    <p>He attacked Makhan in anger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who intervened in the conflict between Phatik and Makhan?

    <p>A grey-haired stranger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Bishamber's relationship to Phatik?

    <p>He was Phatik's uncle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Bishamber offer to do for Phatik?

    <p>Take him to a school in Calcutta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the mother's feeling towards Phatik?

    <p>She had a prejudice against him</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Phatik feel about going to Calcutta?

    <p>He was extremely eager</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main difference between Phatik and Makhan, according to their mother?

    <p>Makhan was quieter and more obedient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event is identified as India's first vision of freedom?

    <p>The war of Independence in 1857</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which major achievement is mentioned regarding India's economic status?

    <p>India's GDP ranks among the top five nations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the speaker identify as necessary for India to gain respect from the world?

    <p>Strength as both military and economic power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which project is mentioned as a milestone in the speaker's career?

    <p>The launch of India's first satellite launch vehicle, SLV3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the speaker's view of India's current status?

    <p>India remains a developing nation lacking confidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the speaker feel about India's nuclear tests?

    <p>They showcased India's technological advancement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the three great minds the speaker worked with?

    <p>Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, Professor Satish Dhawan, Dr. Brahm Prakash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the speaker's overall vision for India's future?

    <p>To be a developed and self-reliant nation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Phatik's main concern when he thought he was getting sick?

    <p>He was worried about being a nuisance to his aunt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the search for Phatik initially proceed?

    <p>The search was complicated due to heavy rain and flooded streets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition was Phatik in when he was found by the police?

    <p>He was wet, muddy, and had a fever.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Bishamber's wife suggest regarding Phatik's situation?

    <p>To send him back home.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During his fever, what did Phatik mistakenly call out for?

    <p>His mother.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant action did Bishamber take while caring for Phatik?

    <p>He sat with Phatik and comforted him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Phatik's feverish condition described as by the doctor?

    <p>Critical and concerning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Phatik do when he briefly regained consciousness?

    <p>He looked for someone he expected to see.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Queen Gulnaar's reaction towards the arrival of a rival?

    <p>She felt unsatisfied despite the rival's presence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What imagery is used to describe the seven queens surrounding Queen Gulnaar?

    <p>Like gems on a silken thread.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which season does Queen Gulnaar sit on her ivory bed, decorating herself?

    <p>Spring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How old is Queen Gulnaar's daughter when she interacts with her mother?

    <p>Two spring times old.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Queen Gulnaar's daughter do with the mirror?

    <p>Uses it to adorn herself.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Queen Gulnaar laughing when her daughter takes the mirror?

    <p>It shows her approval of her daughter's actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the imagery of 'the flame of the tulip buds' suggest about the season being described?

    <p>It signifies the end of winter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which work is Oliver Goldsmith NOT known for?

    <p>The Picture of Dorian Gray.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Beginning of a Nation

    • The text states a vision for India's future, focusing on its freedom, development, and position in the world.
    • India should be respected for its freedom and not for its past conquests.
    • The author believes that India has reached a point where it should consider itself a developed nation.
    • India's GDP, its growth rate, falling poverty levels, and international recognition support this claim.

    A Vision for India's Future

    • India must stand out to be respected by other countries.
    • India needs to be strong both militarily and economically, as "only strength respects strength."

    Milestones in a Scientist's Life

    • The author highlights his career in the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
    • In ISRO, he was the project director for India's initial satellite launch vehicle.
    • His work on India's guided missile program marked a significant moment in his career.
    • The author was deeply involved in India's nuclear tests, which proved his nation's capabilities.

    Oliver Goldsmith

    • Oliver Goldsmith was a prominent Anglo-Irish writer.
    • He gained recognition for various works, including "The Vicar of Wakefield", 'The Good-Natur'd Man', 'The Deserted Village', and 'She Stoops to Conquer'.
    • He is thought to have written the popular children's tale "The History of Little Goody Two-Shoes."
    • His birth date and location remain uncertain.
    • Some speculate that he might have been born in "Pallas" near Ballymahon, County Longford, Ireland, or at his maternal grandparents' residence in County Roscommon, Ireland.
    • His father, appointed the rector of the parish of "Kilkenny West," might have had a pivotal role in his upbringing.

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    This quiz explores India's journey toward being recognized as a developed nation. It discusses the importance of military and economic strength and highlights milestones in the field of science and technology, particularly through ISRO and DRDO. Engage with the key concepts that define India's aspirations on the global stage.

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