NCERT CBSE Class 10th English (First Flight) Chapter 7: Glimpses of India

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NCERT CBSE Class 10th English (First Flight) Chapter 7: Glimpses of India

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The seventh chapter in 'First Flight' textbook is 'Glimpses of India'. This chapter is about three stories of different tourist places in India that attract visitors from across the country for their authentic culture and specialised items. From this chapter, the students get to know about the beautiful landscapes and specialities of different parts of India. There are a lot of beautiful places to explore in India itself before we make our way to explore foreign locations.


A Baker from Goa

First story is 'A Baker from Goa' written by Lucio Rodrigues where he describes the special attire of the bakers called Kabai that was a single-piece frock that would reach up to their knees. Besides, he also mentioned how baking became the most profitable profession among people in Goa and many bakers led a prosperous life and their jackfruit-like physical appearance was a valid testimony of their well-being.


Coorg

Second story is 'Coorg' written by Lokesh Abrol in which he said that Coorg or Kodagu is a beautiful place that is located midway between Mangalore and Mysore.

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The heavenly city has evergreen forests, spices and coffee plantations and many tourists throng to this destination during September to March every year. The air of this region is filled with coffee scent. The people of this region are very independent and have some Greek or Arabic connection since the time a part of Alexander’s army had settled here permanently. They settled here and married the local people and the tradition continues to exist. The people of Coorg wear Kuppia which is a long black coat that is quite similar to the ones worn by Arabs.


Tea from Assam

Third story is 'Tea from Assam' written by Arup Kumar Dutta which begins with two friends, Rajvir and Pranjol who were travelling to Assam. On their way, they bought fresh tea from a roadside vendor and discussed the special tea of this region. As they sipped the hot steaming tea, Rajvir told Pranjol that over eighty crore cups of tea are being consumed every day throughout the world. Rajvir thoroughly enjoyed the scenic beauty of Assam consisting of tea plantations and bushes, while Pranjol was engrossed in a detective book.

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NCERT Solutions for Chapter 7: Glimpses of India


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Check out Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Chapter 7: Glimpses of India

What announces the arrival of the baker in Goa?

The thud and jingle of the specially made bamboo staff announces the arrival of the traditional baker.

What kind of fragrance does the author still recall?

The author still recalls the typical fragrance of the baker’s loaves.

Was baking a profitable profession?

Yes, baking was really a profitable profession as the bread was an important part of the food of the Goan people. The bakers earned well and kept servants. Their families looked happy and prosperous. They never starved.

What is the baker called?

The baker is called ‘Pader’ in Goa. They wear special dresses.

How did the pader treat the kids who surrounded him?

The pader treated the kids who surrounded him, very kindly he would push them aside with a mild rebuke.

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