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 National Education Policy (NEP) and National Curriculum Framework (NCF) in India: *National Education Policy (NEP)* The NEP is a detailed document containing guidelines for educational changes and development. Four NEPs have been designed so far: - *1968 NEP*: Introduced the Three-Language Formula, focusing on universal primary education, regional language development, and cultural preservation. - *1986 NEP*: Emphasized inclusive and equitable education, focusing on women's education, disadvantaged groups, and teacher training. - *1992 NEP*: Built upon the 1986 policy, with continued emphasis on inclusivity and equity. - *2020 NEP*: Aims to make education universally accessible from primary to secondary level by 2030. Introduced the 5+3+3+4 education model, replacing the old 10+2 model ¹. *National Curriculum Framework (NCF)* The NCF is a document created based on the NEP, serving as a blueprint for curriculum, textbooks, and teaching methods. Several NCFs have been published: - *...

 Silk Road Introduction The story is written by Nick Middleton. This chapter is about the narrator’s journey from slopes of Ravu to Mount Kailash to complete the kora. To bid him farewell, Lhamo gave him a long sleeve sheepskin coat. He hired Tsetan’s car for his journey and took Daniel along to escort him to Darchen Silk Road Summary  – The protagonist wanted to go to Mount Kailash to complete the kora. He hired Tsetan to drive him up to Mount Kailash. As a farewell gift, Lhamo gave him a long-sleeved sheepskin coat. He took Daniel as his companion till Darchen. When they started the journey, Tsetan took a short cut to the south-west which was a direct route to Mount Kailash. They had to cross high mountain passes to reach their destination. Tsetan assured him that it would be no problem if there would be no snow. They crossed through few gazelles, a herd of wild asses and shepherds tending the flocks. When they reached the hill, they passed dark tents which were home for nom...

 The Adventure Introduction of the Lesson The chapter ‘The Adventure’ is a story about Professor Gangadharpant Gaitonde who is strangely in a different world. He knows it is Pune but the facts are different from what he believes. He decided to go to Bombay via train ‘Jijamata Express’. When he reached Bombay, things were different. When he decides to investigate the history, he finds some surprising facts. The East India Company was still ruling and the Battle of Panipat had been won by Marathas. It was different from what he knew and had studied. The East India Company was taken aback after events of 1857 and the Battle of Panipat had been won by Mughals.    The Adventure Summary “The Adventure” is a story that looks at the idea of parallel worlds. It asks if there are other worlds out there that are very different from our own or not. The story also looks at the ideas of free will and fate. Professor Gaitonde thinks that this adventure was meant to happen to him. He thi...

 The Ailing Planet Introduction This chapter focuses on the factors that are responsible for the declining health of the earth. The chapter was originally an article written by Nani Palkhivala which was published in the newspaper ‘The Indian Express’ on November 23, 1994. TheThe writer discusses the Green Movement, how a zoo in Zambia declared human beings as ‘world’s most dangerous animals’. The writer also focuses on overpopulation, deforestation and what should be our responsibility towards the environment.  Ailing Planet Summary The Ailing Planet Summary – In this chapter, the writer raises an issue towards the deteriorating health of the earth. As human beings have been exploiting natural resources from decades, presently the condition has made the environment critical. In 1972, the Green Movement helped environmentalists to raise awareness about the harmful condition of the earth and since then there has been no looking back as the movement has been successfully educatin...

 Written by A.R. Williams, this chapter is about the last heir of the powerful Pharaoh Dynasty, Tutankhamun, who died when he was a teenager after ruling for nine years. He died in a mysterious way, this chapter throws light over all the possible mysteries – the curse, where his tomb lies, his life and ultimately death. Egyptians believe that there is life after death and that is the reason why the Pharaohs were buried with wealth and everyday use items. *Discovering Tut the Saga Continues Summary* Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues is a chapter that gives us an in-depth insight of Tutankhamun, the last ruler of the powerful Pharaoh Dynasty in Egypt. He was a teenager when he died and his death was a mystery. Some speculated that he was murdered. He ruled in Egypt and its empire for centuries. In 1922, his tomb was discovered by Howard Carter, a British Archaeologist. After 80 years, he was taken from his resting place for CT scan which offers to solve the mystery of his life and ...

A figure of speech is  a creative use of words or phrases to convey meaning in a non-literal way .  They are a type of figurative language that can be used to emphasize, clarify, or embellish written or spoken language.   *Figures OF SPEECH*  Figure-of-Speech may be classified as under:  1. Those based on resemblance  • Simile  • Metaphor  • Personification  • Apostrophe  2. Those based on Contrast:  • Antithesis  • Epigram  * Oxymoron * Paradox 3. Those based on Association:  • Metonymy  • Synecdoche  4. Those depending on Construction:  • Climax  • Anticlimax  *1. ALLITERATION :* Alliteration refers to the repetition of of an initial consonant sound, at least three times in a sentence.   *EXAMPLES :* • A peck of pickled peppers • Don't delay dawns disarming display. Dusk demands daylight.  • Sara's seven sisters slept soundly in sand.  • Sally sells se...

  Dear kids, Your smile makes the world a brighter place. Keep smiling,  Happy Children’s Day!

  The Magic of Childhood Childhood is a time of dreams, Where laughter flows in endless streams. A world where everything is new, Each day is bright with skies of blue. We run, we jump, we laugh and play, Turning every moment into a holiday. The world is vast, yet small we stand, Reaching out with a curious hand. The wonders of childhood are pure and free, A gift from the world, for you and me. A time of innocence, a time of cheer,   A phase we hold forever near. - Happy Children's Day !!

 You can never pour from an empty cup. Love yourself to be able to love  your family friends wholeheartedly 🥰

 *_Caring & Loving Yourself* .  _“ Self-care is giving the world the best of you, instead of what's left of you.”           “When you say 'yes' to others make sure you are not saying 'no' to yourself.”_   - *Mindful Wisdom.*

 We Are Not Afraid To Die If We Can All Be Together Summary We are Not Afraid To Die Summary – The narrator and his wife plan a voyage around the world just like famous Captain James Cook. They have been preparing and perfecting their seafaring skills for the past 16 years. They get a ship which is 23 meters long and weighs 30 tons wooden-hulled, named Wave Walker. They test it in the rough weather for months. In July 1976, they all start their journey from Plymouth, England. They sail from Africa to Cape Town which was quite a pleasant journey. Before heading East, the narrator hired two crewmen, Larry Vigil, and Herb Seigler, to help them tackle one of the roughest sea – the Southern Indian Ocean. They encounter strong and alarming waves during the second day. By December 25, they all manage to reach 35,000 kilometers east of Cape Town. The family, somehow, manages to surpass the bad weather and celebrates Christmas together. The weather changes for the worse and on January 2, th...

 We Are Not Afraid To Die If We Can All Be Together Introduction We are not Afraid to Die Written by Gordan Cook and Alan East, the story is about a 37 year old businessman who is the narrator of the story. He has a wife named Mary and two children, Jonathan, aged 6 and Suzanne, aged 7. He and his wife both dream of a voyage around the world on their ship ‘Wave walker’ which is a 23 meter long, 30 ton wooden-hulled, just like that of the famous Captain James Cook. The whole family started sailing from Plymouth, England on July 1976. The initial phase of the three-year-long journey was from Africa to Cape Town. It was pleasant. While heading east, along with two newly hired crewmen, strong waves hit them and their survival became a question. The story tells us about how they fought each day and survived till the end.

  The Portrait of a Lady Summary In English In ‘The Portrait of a Lady’, Khushwant Singh has given an account of his grandmother. He draws a life-like portrait. She was very old. Her face was wrinkled. Her hair was white. It was hard to believe that once she had been young and pretty. His grandfather’s picture hung above the mantelpiece in the drawing room. He wore a big turban. His clothes were loose. He looked at least a hundred years old. It was hard to believe that he had once a wife or children. Khushwant Singh’s grandmother was a short lady. She was fat and slightly bent. She couldn’t walk straight. She hobbled about the house. She had to keep one hand on her waist. It was to balance her stoop. In the other she held a rosary. She was always telling the beads. Her lips constantly moved in prayer. She put on white clothes. Her silver locks scattered over her pale face. She looked like snowy mountains in winter. She was a picture of peace and contentment. She was very old. Perha...