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Lost Spring

The document discusses the challenges faced by children like Saheb and Mukesh, who are trapped in poverty and forced into labor, particularly in the glass bangles industry. It highlights the health hazards of such work, the lack of opportunities for education, and the societal pressures that keep families in these cycles of poverty. The text emphasizes the need for awareness, legislation, and support to eliminate child labor and improve living conditions.

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Lost Spring

The document discusses the challenges faced by children like Saheb and Mukesh, who are trapped in poverty and forced into labor, particularly in the glass bangles industry. It highlights the health hazards of such work, the lack of opportunities for education, and the societal pressures that keep families in these cycles of poverty. The text emphasizes the need for awareness, legislation, and support to eliminate child labor and improve living conditions.

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Think-as-you-read Questions- Page Number- 17 Lost Spring

NCERT Solutions

1. What is Saheb looking for in the garbage dumps? Where is he


and Si here has he come from?

Ans. Garbage is gold for Saheb. He is looking for a rupee coin in it.
Apart from money, he finds other valuable objects from this garbage.
He lives at Seemapuri, at the. the periphery of Delhi and his parents
emigrated from a village in Bangladesh.

2. What explanation does the author offer for the children not
wearing footwear?

Ans. Thousands of children in our country belong to the


underprivileged classes. They are too poor to afford footwear. But
some of them give tradition as an excuse to remain barefoot. But the
author thinks it to be just a fake excuse.

3. Is Saheb happy working at the tea-stall? Explain.


Ans.No, Saheb is not happy working, at the tea-stall. Though he is
now earning 1800 per month along with two times’ meal, yet he has
lost the carefree look at his face. He is no longer his own master and
has lost his freedom.

Think-as-you-read Questions- Page Number- 20 Lost Spring


NCERT Solutions

1. What makes the city of Firozabad famous?

Ans. The city of Firozabad is famous for bangles. The bangle making
industry of Firozabad is famous all over the world. It is India’s largest
glass blowing industry where glass is welded into colourful bangles.

2. Mention the hazards of working in the glass bangles industry.

Ans. The glass bangles industry is a real threat to the health of


workers. The workers in these factories work in dingy cells without
sufficient air and light and that too with high temperatures. As a result,
most of them lose their eyesight and develop lung and brain-related
diseases.

3. How is Mukesh’s attitude to his situation different from that of


his family?
Ans. Mukesh does not want to compromise with his destiny. He is
ambitious and wants to be his own master. He does not want to spend
his life making bangles. He wants to do something different. He wants
to become a motor mechanic and drive a car.

Understanding the Text Page Number- 20 Lost Spring NCERT


Solutions

1. What could be some of the reasons for the migration of people


from villages to cities?

Ans. The main reason for the migration of people from villages to
cities is povertywhich is due to unemployment. It has resulted in
exploitation. There is no infrastructural development in villages. People
have very few opportunities for employment. As a result, they move to
cities to earn their livelihood.

2.Would you agree that promises made to the poor children are
rarely kept? Why do you think this happens in the incidents
narrated in the text?

Ans. Promises made to the poor children are rarely kept. Saheb, along
with his family, lives in the vain hope that one day their condition will
improve. Saheb believes the author that soon she will open a school
and he will go to study there. But such promises never materialise.

3. What forces conspire to keep the workers in the bangles


industry of Firozabad in poverty?

Ans. Bangle makers think that it is the only skill they pos. They have a
belief that it is the only work they can do as they are born in the
community of bangle makers. Moreover, they have fallen into the
vicious clutches of the middlemen, politicians, bureaucrats, sahukars
and policemen.

Talking about the Text Page Number 20 Lost Spring NCERT


Solutions

1. How, in your opinion, can Mukesh realize his dream?

Ans. Mukesh wants to be a motor mechanic. This is totally against the


family tradition of making bangles. For his family, the very thought of
doing something else is daring. So, Mukesh has to be bold and
confident to fulfil his dream. He is strong enough to face and withstand
the opposition of his family and society. He can do this only by his grit
and determination.
2.Mention the hazards of working in the glass bangles industry.

Ans: Working in the glass bangles industry poses several hazards and
risks for the workers involved. Some of the hazards include:

● Glass Fragments: The production process of glass bangles


involves handling and working with glass materials, which
can lead to cuts and injuries from sharp glass fragments.
● Burns and Heat: Glass bangles are made by heating glass
in furnaces or kilns, exposing workers to high temperatures
and the risk of burns.
● Chemical Exposure: Workers may come into contact with
various chemicals used in the glass industry, such as
solvents, adhesives, and dyes. Prolonged exposure to these
chemicals can lead to skin irritations, respiratory issues, and
other health problems.
● Respiratory Issues: The glass manufacturing process can
generate fine glass dust and particles that workers may
inhale, leading to respiratory problems like coughing,
wheezing, and long-term lung damage.
● Eye Injuries: Handling glass materials without proper eye
protection can lead to eye injuries from glass shards,
fragments, or flying debris.
● Poor Working Conditions: Many workers in the glass
bangles industry operate in small, cramped, and poorly
ventilated spaces, which can contribute to discomfort,
fatigue, and a higher risk of accidents.

It is crucial to address these hazards and ensure the implementation of


safety measures and regulations to protect the well-being and health of
workers in the glass bangles industry.

3.Why should child labour be eliminated and how?

Ans: Child labor must be eliminated as it denies children their rights,


hinders their development, and limits their access to education and a
better future. Here’s why child labor should be ended:

● Education: Child labor deprives children of education,


which is crucial for escaping poverty and gaining
opportunities.
● Health and Well-being: Children involved in labor face
hazardous conditions, jeopardizing their well-being and
development.
● Future Prospects: Child labor perpetuates the cycle of
poverty, hindering children from acquiring skills and
improving their living conditions as adults.
● Human Rights: Child labor violates children’s fundamental
rights, including protection from exploitation and hazardous
work.

To eliminate child labor, we need:

● Education and Awareness: Promote quality education for


all children and raise awareness about the harms of child
labor.
● Legislation: Strengthen and enforce laws against child
labor, particularly in high-prevalence industries, with
effective monitoring systems.
● Social Support: Provide assistance to impoverished
families to fulfill their basic needs, reducing the economic
necessity of child labor.
● Skill Development: Implement programs that equip
children and families with skills for sustainable livelihoods,
offering alternatives to child labor.
● Corporate Responsibility: Encourage businesses to adopt
ethical labor practices and eliminate child labor from supply
chains.
● International Cooperation: Foster global collaboration
between governments, organizations, and civil society to
combat child labor through shared resources and expertise

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