Weavers, Iron Smelters and Factory Owners — Social Studies STD 8 — Question

Explain agro-based industries.

Give a brief description of the Non-Brahman Movement

Why did cloth dyers prefer indigo as dye instead of woad?

What were the highlights of the text prepared by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, who was the Chairman of the constitution drafting committee?

What was the impact of the achievements of Birsa Munda after his death?

Do you think the students have any responsibility after Gurmat was elected as the class rep? If yes, what are they?

Who set-up the Asiatic society of Bengal?

Look at your water bill and find out what the minimum rate is for municipal water in your area. Does the rate Increase as the use of water increases? Why do you think the government charges a higher rate for greater use of water?

Imagine you are a Jhum cultivator living in a forest village in the 19th century. You have just been told that the land you were born on no longer belongs to you. In a meeting with British officials, you try to explain the kinds of problems you face. What would you say?

Mention any one impact of Forest law.