Maharashtra Board Textbook Solutions for Standard Five

Chapter 6 – Rules Are for Everyone

EXERCISES

1. Fill in the blanks.

(a) Our society works according to certain _______

Ans: rules 

 

(b) The Constitution of Independent India abolished ______

Ans: untouchability 

 

(c) Wrong customs and traditions cause the _______ of some sections of society. 

Ans: neglect

2. Answer in one sentence.

(a) Why are rules made?

Ans: Rules are made to specify duties and responsibility of every person.

 

(b) Which values have been a part of our social life since ancient times?

Ans: The values of non-violence and peace have been a part of our social life since ancient times.

 

(c) What are the big obstacles in our society?

Ans: Poverty and lack of education are the big obstacles in our society.

3. Answer in short. 

(a) Which unjust customs have been banned by law?

Ans: 

(1) The unjust customs of sati and child marriage have been banned by law.

(2) The custom of asking for dowry has also been banned by law.

(3) The use of magic for cheating people has been banned in Maharashtra.

 

(b) Why do we need to make laws for the protection of the environment?

Ans: 

We need to make laws for the protection of the environment because:

(1) Most of our needs are fulfilled by nature.

(2) There is a need to conserve natural resources, as they should be available in sufficient quantity for our future generations.