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Why did Saheb's parents migrate to India?
Why did Saheb's parents migrate to India?
What was Saheb's occupation at the tea stall?
What was Saheb's occupation at the tea stall?
How did the ragpickers of Seemapuri view garbage?
How did the ragpickers of Seemapuri view garbage?
What prompted Saheb's family to settle in the slums of Seemapuri?
What prompted Saheb's family to settle in the slums of Seemapuri?
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Why was Saheb unhappy despite earning money at the tea stall?
Why was Saheb unhappy despite earning money at the tea stall?
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What makes garbage akin to 'gold' for the ragpickers?
What makes garbage akin to 'gold' for the ragpickers?
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Why is Mukesh different from the other bangle makers of Firozabad?
Why is Mukesh different from the other bangle makers of Firozabad?
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Who does Anees Jung blame for the poor conditions of the bangle makers?
Who does Anees Jung blame for the poor conditions of the bangle makers?
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What is the dream of Mukesh, the child laborer mentioned in the text?
What is the dream of Mukesh, the child laborer mentioned in the text?
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What hinders Mukesh from achieving his dream of becoming a motor mechanic?
What hinders Mukesh from achieving his dream of becoming a motor mechanic?
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In the text, why couldn't the bangle makers form a cooperative?
In the text, why couldn't the bangle makers form a cooperative?
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Despite their harsh living conditions, what common aspiration do the slum children share with Mukesh?
Despite their harsh living conditions, what common aspiration do the slum children share with Mukesh?
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Study Notes
Saheb's Story
- Saheb's parents migrated to India in search of a better life.
- Saheb worked at a tea stall, earning money but remained unhappy.
- The ragpickers of Seemapuri viewed garbage as a means of livelihood, akin to 'gold' due to the recyclable materials it provided.
- Saheb's family settled in the slums of Seemapuri due to poverty and lack of opportunities.
- Despite earning money, Saheb remained unhappy due to the lack of fulfillment and purpose in his life.
Mukesh's Story
- Mukesh, a child laborer, worked as a bangle maker in Firozabad.
- Mukesh was different from the other bangle makers because he had a dream to become a motor mechanic.
- Anees Jung blamed the contractors and middlemen for the poor conditions of the bangle makers.
- Mukesh's dream was to become a motor mechanic, but he was hindered by poverty and lack of access to education.
- The bangle makers couldn't form a cooperative due to the dominance of contractors and middlemen.
- Despite harsh living conditions, the slum children, including Mukesh, shared a common aspiration for a better life and a chance to pursue their dreams.
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Practice answering short questions related to the important aspects of the story 'Lost Spring' for CBSE Class 12 English exams. This question specifically covers Saheb's parents' origin and reason for migrating to India, as well as the reason behind the ragpickers settling in Seemapuri.
