5th EVS NCERT Chapter 2
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– Relationship and Interdependence between Snake-charmers and Snakes:
Summary: The narrative focuses on the relationship between snake-charmers and snakes, highlighting the interdependence and clarifying misconceptions about how these communities treat animals. It emphasizes not hurting or teasing animals.
– Animals Used for Entertainment:
Summary: Discusses the use of animals for entertainment purposes like circuses, and prompts students to reflect on how animals are treated in such shows and the questions that arise from witnessing them.
– Animals as a Source of Livelihood for Various Communities:
Summary: Explores how different communities, similar to snake-charmers, rely on animals for their livelihood, encouraging students to survey people in their neighborhood who depend on animals.
– Types of Poisonous Snakes and Their Characteristics:
Summary: Provides information on the four types of poisonous snakes found in the country, their characteristics, and the role of snakes in the ecosystem.
– Government Regulations on Catching and Keeping Snakes:
Summary: Discusses the law prohibiting the catching and keeping of snakes, prompting students to reflect on the reasons behind this law and encourages them to share their views on this regulation.
These topics offer a comprehensive overview of the chapter, covering key themes related to snake-charmers, animals, livelihood, snake characteristics, and government regulations.
What types of snakes found in India are poisonous?
Cobra, Common Krait, Russel’s Viper (Duboiya), Saw-scaled Viper (Afai)
From the chapter, why did the government make a law against catching and keeping wild animals?
Some people killed the animals and sold their skins at high prices, so the law was made to prevent this.
What special skill did Aryanath possess that he learned from his family members?
Playing the been and making snakes dance.
According to the narrative, why couldn't Aryanath continue the tradition of catching and keeping snakes?
The government made a law against catching and keeping wild animals, affecting their traditional way of life.
What instruments are used in a 'been' party according to the text?
Been, tumba, khanjiri, and dhol (with dhol being the only instrument not made from dried gourd).
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