Chapter 8: The Birthday Letter NIOS 10th

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Why was Pt. Nehru not able to send a gift to his daughter on her birthday?

Back

Pt. Nehru was not able to send a gift to his daughter on her birthday because he was imprisoned by the Britishers. He was not allowed to send any goods to her.

Front

In which jail was Pt. Nehru imprisoned by the British?

Back

Naini

Front

Why did Pt. Nehru dislike lecturing?

Back

Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru disliked lecturing because it is a one-sided conversation, so it lacks discussion. It is very much like a sermon.

Front

On what occasion did Nehru write the letter?

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Nehru wrote the letter on his daughter’s, Indira’s 13th birthday.

Front

Why are ordinary people not heroic?

Back

Ordinary people are not heroic because they think of earning a living, of raising their children and they have a lot of livelihood worries.

Front

Who was the leader of the Indian Freedom Movement?

Back

Mahatma Gandhi

Front

Which two factors make ordinary men heroes?

Back

Full faith in a great cause and love and respect for the nation.

Front

Who according to Nehru has inspired millions of people to fight for freedom?

Back

Mahatma Gandhi

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What soldier-like qualities does Pt. Nehru want Indira to develop?

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The ability to identify right and wrong, the belief in fighting for the country's freedom, respect for the country’s honor, trust and patriotism.

Front

During the freedom movement, what did Gandhiji focus on?

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truth, non-violence, courage, fearlessness, openness, hard work, peace and honesty.