🎉 Chapter 20 – Celebrating Together (Class 4 TREK SST)
1) 📖 20 Important Words with Simple Hindi Meanings
| Word | Meaning (Simple Hindi) | Word | Meaning (Simple Hindi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Republic Day | 26 जनवरी का राष्ट्रीय पर्व | Independence Day | 15 अगस्त, आज़ादी का दिन |
| Constitution | देश का कानून और नियम | Flag | तिरंगा झंडा |
| Parade | झांकी और मार्च | Red Fort | दिल्ली का किला |
| Prime Minister | प्रधानमंत्री | President | राष्ट्रपति |
| Speech | भाषण | National Leader | महान नेता |
| Gandhi Jayanti | 2 अक्टूबर, गांधी जी का जन्मदिन | Children’s Day | 14 नवम्बर, बच्चों का दिन |
| Teacher’s Day | 5 सितम्बर, अध्यापकों का दिन | S. Radhakrishnan | भारत के राष्ट्रपति और शिक्षक |
| Nehru | भारत के पहले प्रधानमंत्री | Chacha Nehru | बच्चों द्वारा दिया गया नाम |
| Celebration | खुशी मनाना | Competition | प्रतियोगिता |
| Unity | एकता | Patriotism | देशभक्ति |
2) ✍️ Summary of Chapter (English ~250 words)
National festivals remind us of our freedom, leaders and values. Independence Day is celebrated on 15th August every year. On this day in 1947, India became free from British rule. The Prime Minister hoists the national flag at the Red Fort and addresses the nation. People remember the freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives.
Republic Day is celebrated on 26th January. On this day in 1950, our Constitution came into force. The President unfurls the flag at Rajpath, and a grand parade shows the culture and strength of our country. Republic Day reminds us of unity, equality and justice.
Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated on 2nd October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi. He taught non-violence and truth. On this day, people pay homage at Raj Ghat and conduct cleanliness drives.
Teacher’s Day is celebrated on 5th September, the birthday of Dr. S. Radhakrishnan. He was a great teacher and the second President of India. On this day, students honour teachers and organize cultural programs.
Children’s Day is celebrated on 14th November, the birthday of Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. He loved children and was called Chacha Nehru. Schools organise competitions and cultural events.
These festivals inspire us with patriotism, respect for teachers and love for children. They help us to remember our responsibilities and to live together in unity.
3) ✍️ अध्याय का सारांश (हिंदी ~250 शब्द)
राष्ट्रीय पर्व हमें स्वतंत्रता, हमारे नेताओं और मूल्यों की याद दिलाते हैं। स्वतंत्रता दिवस 15 अगस्त को मनाया जाता है। 1947 में इसी दिन भारत आज़ाद हुआ। प्रधानमंत्री लाल किले पर झंडा फहराते हैं और देश को संबोधित करते हैं। लोग शहीदों को याद करते हैं।
गणतंत्र दिवस 26 जनवरी को मनाया जाता है। 1950 में इस दिन हमारा संविधान लागू हुआ। राष्ट्रपति राजपथ पर झंडा फहराते हैं। भव्य परेड में भारत की संस्कृति और ताक़त दिखाई जाती है। यह दिन हमें एकता और न्याय की शिक्षा देता है।
गांधी जयंती 2 अक्टूबर को मनाई जाती है। यह महात्मा गांधी का जन्मदिन है। उन्होंने अहिंसा और सत्य का संदेश दिया। इस दिन राजघाट पर श्रद्धांजलि दी जाती है और स्वच्छता अभियान चलाए जाते हैं।
शिक्षक दिवस 5 सितम्बर को मनाया जाता है। यह डॉ. सर्वपल्ली राधाकृष्णन का जन्मदिन है। वे महान शिक्षक और राष्ट्रपति थे। इस दिन विद्यार्थी शिक्षकों का सम्मान करते हैं और सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम करते हैं।
बाल दिवस 14 नवम्बर को मनाया जाता है। यह पंडित जवाहरलाल नेहरू का जन्मदिन है। वे बच्चों से बहुत प्यार करते थे और चाचा नेहरू कहलाते थे। स्कूलों में प्रतियोगिताएँ और कार्यक्रम होते हैं।
ये पर्व हमें देशभक्ति, शिक्षा और एकता की प्रेरणा देते हैं और समाज को जोड़े रखते हैं।
4) 🔹 Ten One-Word Answer Questions
- Independence Day date → 15 August
- Republic Day date → 26 January
- Children’s Day date → 14 November
- Teacher’s Day date → 5 September
- Father of the Nation → Mahatma Gandhi
- First Prime Minister → Jawaharlal Nehru
- Second President of India → Dr. S. Radhakrishnan
- Flag hoisted on 15 Aug at → Red Fort
- Gandhi’s memorial → Raj Ghat
- Nehru was called → Chacha Nehru
5) ✨ Ten Very Short Answer Questions
1) Why do we celebrate Republic Day?
To remember the day our Constitution came into force on 26 January 1950.
2) When did India become independent?
On 15th August 1947, India became independent from British rule.
3) Where does the PM hoist the flag on Independence Day?
At the Red Fort in New Delhi.
4) Why do we celebrate Gandhi Jayanti?
To honour Mahatma Gandhi’s birthday on 2 October and his message of non-violence.
5) Who was the first Prime Minister of India?
Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Prime Minister.
6) When is Teacher’s Day celebrated?
On 5 September, the birthday of Dr. S. Radhakrishnan.
7) Why do we celebrate Children’s Day?
To remember Nehru’s love for children on his birthday, 14 November.
8) What is Gandhi’s memorial called?
It is called Raj Ghat.
9) Who gives speech on Republic Day?
The President of India.
10) What values do these festivals teach us?
They teach unity, patriotism, respect for teachers and love for children.
6) 📘 Textbook Exercises – Answers
A) Choose the correct answer
| 1 | India became independent on | 15 August 1947 |
| 2 | Gandhi’s birthday | 2 October |
| 3 | PM hoists flag on Independence Day at | Red Fort |
| 4 | First Prime Minister | Jawaharlal Nehru |
| 5 | Children’s Day date | 14 November |
B) Match the columns
| 1. Republic Day | The Constitution was passed |
| 2. The President unfurls the flag | 26 January |
| 3. The Prime Minister’s speech | 15 August |
| 4. Teachers’ Day | Dr. S. Radhakrishnan |
| 5. Children’s Day | Different competitions in schools |
C) Fill in the blanks
- On 26 January we celebrate Republic Day.
- India became independent on 15 August 1947.
- 2 October is celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti.
- Teachers’ Day is celebrated on 5 September.
- Jawaharlal Nehru was called Chacha Nehru.
D) Unscramble the letters
| OTCNSITITIONU | CONSTITUTION |
| TVAYRAAK TAPH | RAJPATH |
| COUOLORLIT | TRICOLOUR |
| DER TORF | RED FORT |
| JRA TGAH | RAJ GHAT |
E) Answer the following questions
1) Why do we celebrate Republic Day?
To remember the day our Constitution came into force on 26 January 1950.
2) When did India become independent?
On 15 August 1947.
3) Who addresses the nation on Independence Day?
The Prime Minister addresses the nation after hoisting the flag at Red Fort.
4) Why do we celebrate Teacher’s Day?
To honour teachers and remember Dr. S. Radhakrishnan’s birthday on 5 September.
5) Why do we celebrate Children’s Day?
To remember Nehru’s love for children on his birthday, 14 November.
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