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I. Explore the stories of Indian leaders who faced significant challenges and turned them into opportunities for success.
1. How did Dr. B. R. Ambedkar turn his challenges into success?
How to answer:
Start with the direct point, support it with a poem line or example, and end with the main idea in one clear sentence.
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At school, Ambedkar suffered
untold humiliations and discrimination
but he never gave up. It was for sheer
grit, hard work, and perseverance
that he went on to study Politics and Economics. His self-motivation proved to be a life-changing event not only for him but also for the nation. He is known as a great
jurist, economist, and social reformer
, and rose to become the
Chairperson of the Drafting Committee of the Constitution of India
.
2. How did Lal Bahadur Shastri overcome hardships to reach the highest office?
How to answer:
Start with the direct point, support it with a poem line or example, and end with the main idea in one clear sentence.
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Shastri endured many hardships. His father passed away when he was just
a year and a half old
, leaving the family in financial distress. Despite this, he walked
several miles barefoot to school
even in extreme weather. After graduating from Kashi Vidyapeeth in Varanasi he was honoured with the title
“Shastri”
(scholar). Deeply involved in India’s freedom movement, he was
imprisoned multiple times
for his active participation. Through
unwavering determination and sincere efforts
, he rose to become the
Prime Minister of India
, leaving a legacy of humility, service, and patriotism.
3. What challenges did Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam face, and how did he respond?
How to answer:
Start with the direct point, support it with a poem line or example, and end with the main idea in one clear sentence.
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Kalam’s family faced
financial difficulties
and could not fully support his education. To help with school expenses, he
delivered newspapers early in the morning
before school. This taught him the importance of
hard work, perseverance, and managing responsibilities
. It also gave him a sense of independence. He went on to become a
renowned scientist
, known as the
‘Missile Man of India’
, and rose to become the
11th President of India
.
Now, find out about such personalities from your village, town, city, or state and present their success stories in class.
Bonus Poem: “Always Believe in Yourself” by Dorothy Hewitt
Always believe in yourself.
Do not limit yourself.
Be kind to yourself
And always believe in all that is good.
You have all the intelligence and ability that you need.
You can attain whatever you are after.
Even though it may not always come the way you believe it should.
Be ready to achieve your dreams.
Believe in yourself when you’re tested beyond your endurance, continue and persist.
Hold on to courage.
Let laughter and encouragement surround you.
The world has much to give;
Always think big,
And keep your hands and heart open
For then you will receive
All of life’s gifts.
Do not limit yourself.
Be kind to yourself
And always believe in all that is good.
You have all the intelligence and ability that you need.
You can attain whatever you are after.
Even though it may not always come the way you believe it should.
Be ready to achieve your dreams.
Believe in yourself when you’re tested beyond your endurance, continue and persist.
Hold on to courage.
Let laughter and encouragement surround you.
The world has much to give;
Always think big,
And keep your hands and heart open
For then you will receive
All of life’s gifts.
