Create a story of a family some-where in India, where we see some family values practised. Class 6

Create a story of a family some-where in India, where we see some family values practised. Class 6

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Question 1.

Create a story of a family some-where in India, where we see some family values practised. Share it with your class either through writing or drawing. Class 6

Answer:

Myself Raju, have six members in my family including me—grandparents, my parents and sister. We are school going and rest all are working. In morning grandmother and mother make the breakfast and pack tiffins for all.

The problems arise when any member of the family falls ill. All members take care of him but the routine gets disturbed. All earning members give their monthly earning to grandfather. He distributes it among member as per their requirements, but sometime, they quarrel about more fund. The grandfather listens to and solves their problem. What fund is left, he invests in mutual fund for any unexpected needs that may arise in the future.

Question 2.

Stage a small drama with all your classmates around two or three families. The play you write could include some challenging situations that the families faced, and show how they are resolved. Class 6

Answer:

A person has three sons. All are married and live in a joint family. On the retirement, person gives all his funds to his one son. He does business and becomes insolvent due to loss. He has not sufficient fund to survive his family.

Person: (Calls all his sons and says to number three son.) You are a senior officer and live in a bunglaw. You should help us.

Third son: You have given all of your fund to the first son, so I will not help you.

Person: (He says to second son.) Can you help me ?

Second son: Papa, I am a simple clerk and do a private job. I earn little, there is no saving. But any one of parents can live with me.

Person: (Says to his sons.) Don’t worry, I will do coaching. You can’t separate us.

Then all sons get ready to help them as long as they wish.

Question 3.

In the stories of Shalini and Tenzing, we see examples of joint families. What do you think are the aspects of modem living that make some couples opt for a nuclear family (i.e., living apart from older generations or other relatives)? What could be some advantages as well as disadvantages of the two kinds of families? Class 6

Answer:

Some aspects of modern living that make couples opt for nuclear families include the desire for job availability in other states, independence, and the need to focus on careers.

Advantages of joint families:

1. Strong support system and shared responsibilities.
2. Children learn to respect elders and value family traditions.

Disadvantages of joint families:

1. Conflicts may arise due to differing opinions.
2. Less privacy for individual families.

Advantages of nuclear families:

1. More privacy and personal space.
2. Easier decision-making without needing to consult m^ny family members.
3. Flexibility in lifestyle choices.

Disadvantages of nuclear families:

1. Less support from extended family during tough times.
2. Children may miss out on the wisdom and love of grandparents.