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Extra Questions for Class 7 Social Science Civics Chapter 9 Indian Constitution recognises all Indians as equal before the law and states that no person can be discriminated against because of their religion, sex, caste or whether they are rich or poor. There is a long list of people’s struggles in history. Equality does not extend to all people’s lives in our country. While old struggles continue, new struggles have emerged as people are facing new challenges due to urbanisation and industrialization. In a democracy, there are always communities and individuals trying to push the idea of democracy and push for a greater recognition of equality. People initiate struggles to gain equal rights, treat tment and respect with others. Marginalised sections wage struggles to get them heard and put forward their demands. Mass movements or struggles mean to put pressure on the government to redress their issues. Please refer  Extra Questions for Class 7 Social Science Civics Chapter 9 f...

Extra Questions for Class 7 Social Science Civics Chapter 8 Clothes available in markets are made of different fabrics – silk, terry cot, cotton, polyester, etc. To make these clothes, the raw material is obtained from different sources. To make cotton clothes, cotton has to be grown in the farms. Climatic requirements for cotton farming are warm tropical conditions with rainfall of 850-1100 mm. After harvesting, cotton has to be sold in the cotton market. Many small farmers sell their produce to local traders instead of directly selling it in the cotton market. Small farmers are usually dependent on local traders for loans in order to buy seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides. Please refer Extra Questions for Class 7 Social Science Civics Chapter 8 for more information.

Extra Questions for Class 7 Social Science Civics Chapter 7 A market is an environment that allows buyers and sellers to exchange goods, services, and information. Market interactions are defined by demand and supply. Buying and selling take place in different ways, not necessarily through shops in the market. For example, a car factory purchases engine, gears, petrol tanks, axles, wheels, etc. from various other factories. There are different types of markets like weekly markets, wholesale markets, and retail markets. In a weekly market, traders set up their shops for a day and close them up in the evening. The next day, they may set up their shops at a different place. There are many shops that s sell goods and services in our neighborhoods. Besides, there are shopping complexes and malls in the cities, where we get both branded and non-branded goods. Please refer Extra Questions for Class 7 Social Science Civics Chapter 7 for more information.

Extra Questions for Class 7 Social Science Civics Chapter 6 Media is the plural form of the word ‘medium’ and it describes the various ways through which we communicate in society. Newspapers, magazines, television, and Internet are all forms of media. The key functions of mass media are – advocacy, entertainment, and public services and announcements. However, a lot of money is needed in mass media as it requires the latest technology. A lot of manpower is also required in a television studio to put the broadcast together. Mass media earns money by advertising different things like cars, chocolates, clothes, mobile phones, television, refrigerator, etc. Please refer Extra Questions for Class 7 Social Science Civics Chapter 6 for more information.

Extra Questions for Class 7 Social Science Civics Chapter 4 There is a different code of conduct set by our society for boys and girls. These are stereotyped roles and when boys and girls do not behave in the socially prescribed manner, they are ridiculed. For example - when a boy cries, parents often say ‘Stop crying like a girl!’. Sex refers to physical characters that distinguish males and females from each other. Gender refers to the social or cultural differences between males and females. Sex is a biological fact. ‘Male’ and ‘female’ are sex categories. Gender is a social condition. ‘Masculine’ and ‘feminine’ are gender categories. The role of society is visible when different kinds of toys, games, and dresses are given to boys and girls. Later in life, this affects mannerisms, social interactions, and career choices. Please refer Extra Questions for Class 7 Social Science Civics Chapter 4 for more information.

Extra Questions for Class 7 Social Science Civics Chapter 3 In India, there are three levels of government – National/Union, State and Local. This is called decentralization of power, wherein each level has its own area of functioning. National government makes decisions on matters concerning the entire country like defense, foreign affairs, currency, etc. State government makes decisions on issues related to the state like agricultural policy. Local government is responsible for managing the affairs of small towns and villages. Please refer Extra Questions for Class 7 Social Science Civics Chapter 3 for more information.

Extra Questions for Class 7 Social Science Civics Chapter 2 Health is an individual’s ability to remain free from illness and injuries, to be active and in good spirits and free from mental stress. According to WHO, “Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity”. Please refer Extra Questions for Class 7 Social Science Civics Chapter 2 for more information.