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Evaluation Exercises

Activity

Write a poem or make a poster titled ‘Social Traditions’ and display it in a notice
or information board.

Very short answer questions
1. In which community is ‘Guthi’ prevalent?
2. Who are Guthiyaar and Thakali?

3. What is Bheja?
4. What do you know about Mukhiya?
5. What is the role of Badghar in Tharu community?

6. When is Badghar appointed in Tharu community?
7. What is done at Rodhighar?
8. How does Rodhighar help in making the relationship amongst the people?

9. Differentiate between ‘Parma’ and ‘Paincho’.
10. Why is Dhikuti declared illegal at present?

Short answer questions
1. Write in brief about the importance of social tradition and customs.
2. Write down the differences and similarities between Bheja, Badghar and
Guthi.

3. Explain the importance of Rodhighar in Gurung community in Nepal.
4. How does the Rodhighar help in making the relationship amongst the
people of the community strong and harmonious?
5. “Parma and Paincho are traditional system of co-operation.” Justify the
statement.

Community Work

Identify and find out about your social traditions and customs and discuss
about it in class.

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