The Indian Constitution — Social Studies STD 8 — Question

Some resources have economic value, while some don't Explain with example.

Discuss the nature of the concept of secularism that is being followed in India.

Describe different stages of the production of indigo.
OR
How was indigo produced?

The table given below provides some important laws relating to the protection of various interests. Columns (2) and (3) in this table state why and for whom these laws are necessary. Based on discussions in the classroom, you have to complete the remaining entries in the table.

Law	Why is it necessary?	Whose interests does the law protect?
Minimum wages act specifies that wages should not be below a specified minimum.	Many workers are denied fair wages by their employers. Because they badly need work. workers have no bargaining power and are paid low wages.	This law is meant to protect the interests of all workers: particularly, farm labourers. construction workers, factory workers. domestic workers, etc.
Law specifying that there be adequate safety measures in workplaces. For example, alarm system, emergency exists, properly-functioning machinery.
Law requiring that the quality of goods meet certain prescribed standards. For example, electrical appliances have to meet safety standards.	Consumers might be put to risk by the poor quality of products such as electrical appliances, food, medicines.
Law requiring that the prices of essential goods are not high For example, sugar, kerosene, foodgrains.		The interests of the poor who will otherwise be unable to afford
Law requiring that factories do not pollute air or water.
Laws against child labour in workplaces.
Law to form workers unions/associations.	By organising themselves into unions, workers can use their combined power to demand fair wages and better working conditions

Find out from your parents, friends or teachers. the names of some heroes of other tribal revolts in the twentieth century. Write their story in your own words.

Define the following
(i) Sericulture 
(ii) Pisciculture 
(iii) Viticulture 
(iv) Horticulture

The Women’s Reservation Bill, 2023, was passed with wide support. Why might it have taken over 25 years for this bill to be passed, despite being discussed for so long?

Why were the Indian sepoys in the employ of the Company discontented? Give sufficient reasons.

If you were appointed as the Chief Election Commissioner of India, what changes would you like to make to the election process and procedure?

What are the benefits India could gain from its demographic dividend?