Read the following paragraph and write your interpretation :
Industrialisation brought great prosperity for many people. But initially it was linked
with poor living and working conditions of millions of people, including women and
children. After many protests the government was forced to make laws for improving
conditions of work.
26. What are the measures taken up by the government recently for the welfare of the
children ?
27. Explain the plan of action to improve women education
28. Locate the following on the World Map
A) Russia B) Mediterranean sea C) Belgium D) Portugal
Answers
Answer:
READ: Responses to Industrialization
The industrial revolution led to rapid changes in people's living and working conditions. In response to poor working conditions, labor movements organized alliances known as unions and pushed for reforms. Reform movements happened around the world, but started in Britain and the United States. They focused on labor rights, social welfare, women’s rights, and working to end slavery. Created by World History Project.
26. What are the measures taken up by the government recently for the welfare of the children ?
Child Labour is one of the serious hurdles on the path of human development in India. Adverse effects of child labour have been accepted by the world and internationally, steps are being taken to check it. Indian Government has also taken some positive steps in this direction.
27. Explain the plan of action to improve women education
- Illiteracy among the women is the basic cause of gender inequality. So the Government of India is emphasizing on women education.
- For this many schools and colleges have been opened exclusively for women.
- To promote education among women two most important schemes i.e ‘Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan’ and ‘Mahila Samakhya’ have been implemented.
28. Locate the following on the World Map
A) Russia B) Mediterranean sea C) Belgium D) Portugal
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