NCERT BOOKS 247 BY RAVI AHIRWAR SIR

  Date - 24/10/2024 1. संधि क्या है? उत्तर - संधि दो वर्णों के मेल से उत्पन्न ध्वनि परिवर्तन को कहते हैं, जैसे राम + ईश = रामेश। 2. समास क्या है? उत्तर - समास दो या अधिक शब्दों के संक्षिप्त रूप में एक नए शब्द का निर्माण होता है, जैसे 'राजपुत्र'। 3. स्वर संधि क्या है? उत्तर - स्वर संधि में दो स्वर मिलकर एक नया स्वर बनाते हैं, जैसे सीता + इश्वर = सीतेश्वर। 4. व्यंजन संधि क्या है? उत्तर - व्यंजन संधि में व्यंजन और स्वर या व्यंजन का मेल होता है, जैसे सत् + जन = सज्जन  5. दीर्घ संधि क्या है? उत्तर - दीर्घ संधि में समान स्वर जुड़कर दीर्घ स्वर बनता है, जैसे राम + आलय = रामालय। 6. गुण संधि क्या है? उत्तर - गुण संधि में ए, ओ स्वर का निर्माण होता है, जैसे महा + उदय = महोदय। 7. वृद्धि संधि क्या है? उत्तर - वृद्धि संधि में ऐ, औ का निर्माण होता है, जैसे प्र + ई = प्रै। 8. यण संधि क्या है? उत्तर - यण संधि में इ, उ, ऋ का स्थान क्रमश: य, व, र लेता है, जैसे  ने +  अन = नयन। 9. व्युपसर्ग संधि क्या है? उत्तर - उपसर्ग और धातु के मिलन से संधि होती है, जैसे सम + इति = संति। 10. विसर्ग संध...

Date - 22/10/2024 Lesson 5. On the Face of It  Author - Susan Hill Difficult words  1. Recluse Meaning: A person who lives in seclusion and avoids people. एक ऐसा व्यक्ति जो अकेले रहता है और लोगों से बचता है। Example: He lived as a recluse after the accident. 2. Acid-burned Meaning: Injured or disfigured by an acid attack. तेजाब के कारण जला या विकृत हुआ। Example: Derry felt ashamed because of his acid-burned face. 3. Self-conscious Meaning: Uncomfortably aware of one's own appearance or behavior. अपने रूप या व्यवहार के प्रति असहज रूप से जागरूक। Example: Derry was very self-conscious about his appearance. 4. Prosthesis Meaning: An artificial device that replaces a missing body part. एक कृत्रिम उपकरण जो किसी खोए हुए अंग की जगह लेता है। Example: Mr. Lamb wore a prosthesis after losing his leg in the war. 5. Apprehensive Meaning: Anxious or fearful about something. किसी चीज़ को लेकर चिंतित या भयभीत। Example: Derry was apprehensive about talking to strangers. 6. Bitterness Meaning: ...

Date - 23/10/2024 1. Importance of Trees Trees are vital to life on Earth. They produce oxygen, which is essential for human and animal survival, and absorb carbon dioxide, helping to combat climate change.  Trees provide habitats for numerous species, maintain soil health, and prevent erosion. They also play a critical role in the water cycle by absorbing rainwater and releasing it slowly into the atmosphere, maintaining balance in the ecosystem.  Furthermore, trees contribute to the beauty of the landscape, offer shade, and cool down cities. Their importance extends beyond the environment, providing us with wood, fruit, and medicines, making them indispensable for both ecological and human wellbeing. पेड़ों का महत्त्व पेड़ पृथ्वी पर जीवन के लिए अत्यंत महत्वपूर्ण हैं। वे ऑक्सीजन उत्पन्न करते हैं, जो मानव और जानवरों के लिए आवश्यक है, और कार्बन डाइऑक्साइड को अवशोषित करते हैं, जिससे जलवायु परिवर्तन से निपटने में मदद मिलती है। पेड़ कई प्रजातियों के लिए आवास प्रदान करते हैं, मिट्ट...

Date - 23/10/2024 Q.1. You are Anil Gupta residing at 158, Vasu Nagar, Barnagar. Write a letter to your friend inviting him to your birthday party.  Ans. 158, Vasu Nagar Barnagar (M.P.) 3rd March, 2025 My dear friend Pappu, I am delighted to invite you to my birthday party on the 22nd of March at 6 p.m. at Hotel Apsara, Barnagar. Please arrive at my residence a little earlier so we can chat before the party. Do bring your younger brother along with you. Looking forward to seeing you. Yours affectionately, Anil Gupta

Date - 22/10/2024 Class - 11th Lesson- 4 "The Ghat of the Only World"  By Amitav Ghosh Difficult Words Meaningd 1. Mortality - मृत्यु / नश्वरता Meaning - The state of being subject to death. मृत्यु या नश्वर होने की स्थिति। 2. Elegy - शोकगीत Meaning - A poem of serious reflection, usually written for someone who has died. किसी की मृत्यु पर लिखी गई गंभीर भावनात्मक कविता। 3. Profound - गहन Meaning - Very deep, great, or intense; having deep meaning. अत्यधिक गहराई या तीव्रता से भरा हुआ; गहरे अर्थ वाला। 4. Nostalgia - अतीत की यादें Meaning - A sentimental longing for the past, often for a period or place. अतीत की भावनात्मक या यादगार इच्छाएं, विशेष रूप से समय या स्थान की। 5. Epitaph - समाधि लेख Meaning - A short statement in memory of someone, typically inscribed on a tombstone. Hindi: किसी व्यक्ति की स्मृति में कब्र पर लिखी गई छोटी पंक्ति। 6. Transcend - अतिक्रमण करना Meaning - To rise above or go beyond the limits of something. किसी सीमा से ऊपर उठना या आगे बढ़ना। 7. Lament - विला...

Date - 22/10/2024 Lesson - "On the Face of It" Summary "On the Face of It" is a one-act play written by Susan Hill that explores the themes of isolation, appearances, and human relationships. The story revolves around two characters, Mr. Lamb, an elderly man with a positive outlook on life, and Derry, a young boy with a facial disfigurement. The play highlights how people judge others based on their physical appearance and how this affects individuals' self-esteem and social interactions. Derry, a fourteen-year-old boy, has acid burns on one side of his face, which causes him to feel insecure and self-conscious. He believes that people only see him as a "monstrous" figure and that no one can ever accept him for who he is. Due to his disfigurement, Derry has developed a negative outlook on life and avoids social interactions. He isolates himself and harbors feelings of bitterness and resentment towards the world. One day, Derry wanders into Mr. Lamb’s g...

Date - 22/10/2024 स्वर संधि स्वर संधि हिंदी व्याकरण का एक महत्वपूर्ण अंग है, जिसमें दो स्वरों के मिलन से एक नया स्वर उत्पन्न होता है। स्वर संधि के पाँच मुख्य प्रकार होते हैं। आइए इन्हें विस्तार से समझते हैं: 1. दीर्घ संधि: नियम: जब एक समान स्वर मिलते हैं, तो वे दीर्घ स्वर का निर्माण करते हैं। मात्रा: दीर्घ स्वर, जैसे "आ", "ई", "ऊ"। उदाहरण: 1. राम + अयन  = रामायण  2. परम + आत्मा = परमात्मा  3. राम + आश्रय = रामाश्रय  3. हरि + ईश = हरीश 5. गुरु + उदय = गुरूदय 2. गुण संधि: नियम: जब "अ" या "आ" के बाद "इ", "ई", "उ", "ऊ" आते हैं, तो उनके मिलने से क्रमशः "ए" या "ओ" का निर्माण होता है। मात्रा: गुण संधि में "ए", "ओ" लगते हैं। उदाहरण: 1. देव + इन्द्र = देवेन्द्र 2. राज + इन्द्र = राजेन्द्र  3. पर + उपकार = परोपकार 4. महा + उदय = महोदय 5. गज + उद्धर = गजोधर 3. वृद्धि संधि: नियम: जब "अ" या "आ" के बाद "ए", "ऐ", "ओ", ...

Date - 19/10/2024 Class 12 Book Flamingo  Lesson - 6 Poets and Pancakes Difficult words Meanings  1. Pancake Meaning - A type of makeup used to prepare actors for studio lights. Hindi - मेकअप का एक प्रकार जो अभिनेताओं को स्टूडियो लाइट्स के लिए तैयार करने के लिए इस्तेमाल होता था। 2. Eccentric Meaning - Unconventional or slightly strange in behavior or personality. Hindi - अजीब या असामान्य व्यवहार या व्यक्तित्व वाला व्यक्ति। 3. Anarchic Meanings - Without order or control; chaotic. Hindi - अव्यवस्थित या नियंत्रणहीन; अराजक। 4. Mundane Meaning - Ordinary or dull; lacking excitement. Hindi - साधारण या उबाऊ; उत्साहहीन। 5. Intellectualism Meaning - The exercise or application of the intellect, often focusing on reasoning over emotions. Hindi - बुद्धि का उपयोग या अभ्यास, जिसमें भावनाओं के बजाय तर्क पर जोर दिया जाता है। 6. Frustration Meaning - A feeling of being upset or annoyed due to inability to achieve something. Hindi - असफलता या किसी चीज़ को हासिल न कर पाने की स्थिति से उत्पन्न ...

Date - 19/10/2024 Class 12 English Book - Flamingo  Lesson - 6 Poets and Pancakes"  English Summary: "Poets and Pancakes" is an excerpt from Asokamitran’s autobiography "My Years with the Boss," where he gives a humorous yet insightful account of his time at the Gemini Studios, a prominent film production house in Chennai in the 1940s and 1950s. The chapter offers a glimpse into the inner workings of a film studio and the eccentricities of the people who worked there. The title “Poets and Pancakes” refers to the use of "pancake" makeup in the studio, which was essential for every actor who appeared in front of the camera. The "pancake" was the brand name of a makeup product that was extensively used to prepare actors for the harsh studio lights. The makeup department, with its unique characters, was an important part of Gemini Studios. The narrator humorously recounts the overly serious attitude of the head of the makeup department and the c...

Date - 19/10/2024 Class 11th Book - Snapshot  Lesson - 4 The Ghat of the Only World Author - Amitabh Ghosh  English Summary: "The Ghat of the Only World" by Amitav Ghosh is a poignant essay written in memory of Ghosh's friend Agha Shahid Ali, a renowned Kashmiri poet. The essay revolves around the deep bond between the author and Shahid, who was battling brain cancer. Shahid, knowing his days were numbered, requested Ghosh to write about him after his death, a promise that Ghosh faithfully fulfills in this essay. The narrative beautifully captures the essence of Shahid’s personality, his love for poetry, his cultural roots in Kashmir, and his deep sense of humor, even in the face of terminal illness. Ghosh talks about Shahid’s love for Kashmir, where he was born, and how the pain of conflict in the valley deeply affected him. Despite living in America, Shahid's heart was always connected to Kashmir. His poetry often reflected his longing for his homeland and his conce...

Date - 18/10/2024 Class 12, Lesson 5: Indigo by Louis Fischer: Here are 20 important objective questions with answers .. 1. What does the term 'Indigo' refer to in the lesson? A) A type of fabric B) A color C) A plant used for dyeing D) A city in India Answer: C) A plant used for dyeing 2. Who is the main protagonist in the story? A) Gandhi B) Louis Fischer C) A farmer D) A British landlord Answer: A) Gandhi 3. What was Gandhi's initial impression of the indigo farmers' situation? A) They were well off B) They were being treated unfairly C) They were happy D) They were ignorant of their rights Answer: B) They were being treated unfairly 4. What was the main reason for the farmers' plight in the Indigo cultivation? A) Natural calamities B) High taxes C) British oppression D) Lack of water Answer: C) British oppression 5. How did the British planters exploit the Indian farmers? A) By providing loans B) By forcing them to grow indigo C) By teaching them new techniques ...

Date - 18/10/2024 Class 11th Book - Hornbill,  Lesson 5 "The Adventure"  "The Adventure," written by Jayant Narlikar, is a fascinating science fiction story that blends history with the concept of parallel universes. The story revolves around Professor Gangadharpant Gaitonde, a renowned historian, who finds himself in an alternate reality where Indian history took a different turn. The story begins with Professor Gaitonde traveling from Pune to Bombay (now Mumbai). During his journey, he experiences something strange and lands in a parallel universe. In this alternate reality, the Marathas were victorious in the Third Battle of Panipat, a critical turning point in Indian history. As a result, the British never colonized India, and the Maratha Empire grew into a dominant force. When Gaitonde reaches Bombay, he notices significant changes. The city is more prosperous, and there is no visible British influence. There are no English signs, and people seem to be much mor...

  Date - 18/10/2024 By - Ravi Sir  Class 11th Book - Hornbill  Lesson - 5 The Adventure  Difficult Words: 1. Parallel universe - समानांतर ब्रह्मांड 2. Protagonist - मुख्य पात्र 3. Alternate reality - वैकल्पिक वास्तविकता 4. Butterfly effect - बटरफ्लाई इफ़ेक्ट (छोटे बदलावों का बड़ा प्रभाव) 5. Dimension - आयाम 6. Outcome - परिणाम 7. Drastically - भारी रूप से 8. Historian - इतिहासकार 9. Fiction - कथा 10. Accident - दुर्घटना Important Questions and answer  1. What happens to Professor Gaitonde during his train journey? प्रोफेसर गायतोंडे की ट्रेन यात्रा के दौरान क्या होता है? Answer - Professor Gaitonde enters a parallel universe where the Marathas won the Third Battle of Panipat, altering the course of Indian history. प्रोफेसर गायतोंडे एक समानांतर ब्रह्मांड में प्रवेश करते हैं, जहां मराठा पानीपत की तीसरी लड़ाई जीतते हैं और भारत का इतिहास बदल जाता है। 2. What is the main historical difference in the parallel world? समानांतर ब्रह्मांड में मुख्य ऐतिहासिक अंतर क्या है? A...

Date - 18/10/2024 By - Ravi Sir Book Flamingo  Lesson 5 Indigo  Difficult Words: 1. Peasants - किसान 2. Exploited - शोषित 3. Landlords - ज़मींदार 4. Distress - संकट 5. Abolition - उन्मूलन 6. Negotiations - बातचीत 7. Satyagraha - सत्याग्रह 8. Resolve - दृढ़ता 9. Financial - वित्तीय 10. Strategy - रणनीति IMP questions and answers  1. Who was Rajkumar Shukla?     राजकुमार शुक्ला कौन थे? Ans. Rajkumar Shukla was a poor indigo sharecropper from Champaran. His persistence brought Gandhi to Champaran, leading to a movement that helped the farmers fight British exploitation. राजकुमार शुक्ला चंपारण के एक गरीब नील किसान थे। उनकी दृढ़ता ने गांधीजी को चंपारण लाया, जिससे एक आंदोलन शुरू हुआ जिसने किसानों को ब्रिटिश शोषण के खिलाफ लड़ने में मदद की। 2. Why did Gandhi agree to visit Champaran?       गांधीजी ने चंपारण जाने के लिए क्यों सहमति दी? Ans. Gandhi agreed to visit Champaran due to Shukla’s persistence and his own commitment to addressing the plight of oppre...