Chapter 13 of 13
Chapter 13: We are all Indians
Unity in Diversity, National Flag (Tiranga), Languages, Festivals & Harmony | CBSE Session 2026–27
Core Pedagogical Competencies & Concepts
- National identity: We live in different states, speak different languages, but we are all proud Indians.
- Tricolour Flag (Tiranga): Saffron for courage, White for peace/truth, Green for prosperity, and Ashoka Chakra with 24 spokes.
- Greetings in Indian languages: Namaste (Hindi), Vanakkam (Tamil), Sat Sri Akal (Punjabi), Khamma Ghani (Rajasthani), Adaab (Urdu).
- Festivals of joy: Celebrating Diwali, Eid, Christmas, Gurpurab, Pongal, Bihu with love.
All Textbook Exercises & In-Text Tasks (14 Questions)
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Q1
Comprehension • Our Motherland
What is the name of our great country, and what are its citizens called?
[1.5 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Answer:
• Our country is India (Bharat), and all of us are proud Indians (Bharatiya).
• Our country is India (Bharat), and all of us are proud Indians (Bharatiya).
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
India/Bharat and Indians
1.5 M
Q2
National Flag • The Colours
How many colours are there in our national flag, and what is it called?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Answer:
• Our flag is called the Tiranga (Tricolour) because it has three main bands: Saffron, White, and Green.
• Our flag is called the Tiranga (Tricolour) because it has three main bands: Saffron, White, and Green.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Tiranga, three bands (Saffron, White, Green)
2 M
Q3
Ashoka Chakra • The Wheel
What is at the centre of our national flag, and how many spokes does it have?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Answer:
• At the centre is the navy blue Ashoka Chakra with 24 spokes, representing continuous progress.
• At the centre is the navy blue Ashoka Chakra with 24 spokes, representing continuous progress.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Ashoka Chakra with 24 spokes
2 M
Q4
Greetings Across India • Matching
Match each greeting to its language/region:
(a) Namaste — (1) Punjabi
(b) Vanakkam — (2) Hindi
(c) Sat Sri Akal — (3) Tamil
[3 Marks]
(a) Namaste — (1) Punjabi
(b) Vanakkam — (2) Hindi
(c) Sat Sri Akal — (3) Tamil
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Answer:
(a) Namaste — (2) Hindi
(b) Vanakkam — (3) Tamil
(c) Sat Sri Akal — (1) Punjabi
(a) Namaste — (2) Hindi
(b) Vanakkam — (3) Tamil
(c) Sat Sri Akal — (1) Punjabi
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
All three matched accurately
3 M
Q5
National Symbols • Identification
Name the following national symbols of India:
(a) National Animal
(b) National Bird
(c) National Flower
[3 Marks]
(a) National Animal
(b) National Bird
(c) National Flower
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Answer:
(a) National Animal: Bengal Tiger
(b) National Bird: Indian Peacock
(c) National Flower: Lotus
(a) National Animal: Bengal Tiger
(b) National Bird: Indian Peacock
(c) National Flower: Lotus
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Tiger, Peacock, Lotus (1 M each)
3 M
Q6
National Anthem • Respect
What is the name of our national anthem, and how should we stand when it plays?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Answer:
• Our national anthem is 'Jana Gana Mana'. We must always stand in attention and show deep respect whenever it is sung.
• Our national anthem is 'Jana Gana Mana'. We must always stand in attention and show deep respect whenever it is sung.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Jana Gana Mana and standing in attention
2 M
Q7
Let us Write • Fill in the Blanks
Fill in the blanks (Tiranga, brothers, peace):
(a) White colour in our flag stands for ______.
(b) All Indians are my ______ and sisters.
[2 Marks]
(a) White colour in our flag stands for ______.
(b) All Indians are my ______ and sisters.
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Answer:
(a) White colour in our flag stands for peace.
(b) All Indians are my brothers and sisters.
(a) White colour in our flag stands for peace.
(b) All Indians are my brothers and sisters.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Peace and Brothers
2 M
Q8
Festivals of India • Harmony
Name four major festivals celebrated with joy across India.
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Answer:
1. Diwali (Festival of lights)
2. Eid (Festival of sharing)
3. Christmas (Festival of peace)
4. Gurpurab (or Pongal/Holi)
1. Diwali (Festival of lights)
2. Eid (Festival of sharing)
3. Christmas (Festival of peace)
4. Gurpurab (or Pongal/Holi)
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Four diverse festivals listed
2 M
Q9
Sentence Writing • Patriotism
Make a sentence using the word 'Nation'.
[1.5 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Answer:
• We all work hard to make our nation strong, clean, and prosperous.
• We all work hard to make our nation strong, clean, and prosperous.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Meaningful sentence
1.5 M
Q10
Unity in Diversity • Meaning
What does the phrase 'Unity in Diversity' mean for India?
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Answer:
• Although we speak different mother tongues, eat different cuisines, and wear different clothes, we live together in peace as one united Indian family.
• Although we speak different mother tongues, eat different cuisines, and wear different clothes, we live together in peace as one united Indian family.
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Different cultures united as one family
2 M
Q11
True or False • National Pride
Write True or False:
(a) We should respect people from every state and language of our country.
(b) The national flag should be allowed to fall on the ground.
[2 Marks]
(a) We should respect people from every state and language of our country.
(b) The national flag should be allowed to fall on the ground.
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Answer:
(a) True
(b) False (The Tiranga must always be held high with honour).
(a) True
(b) False (The Tiranga must always be held high with honour).
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Both answered correctly
2 M
Q12
Opposites • Peace and Unity
Write the opposites of:
(a) Peace × _______
(b) Together × _______
[2 Marks]
(a) Peace × _______
(b) Together × _______
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Answer:
(a) Peace × War / Conflict
(b) Together × Apart / Alone
(a) Peace × War / Conflict
(b) Together × Apart / Alone
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
War and Apart/Alone
2 M
Q13
National Slogan • Inspiration
What is our national motto inscribed below the Lion Capital of Ashoka?
[1.5 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Answer:
• 'Satyameva Jayate' (Truth Alone Triumphs).
• 'Satyameva Jayate' (Truth Alone Triumphs).
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Satyameva Jayate (Truth Alone Triumphs)
1.5 M
Q14
Creative Expression • Patriotic Chant
Write two famous patriotic slogans that all Indians chant with pride.
[2 Marks]
✅ Step-by-Step Solution & Working
Answer:
1. "Jai Hind!"
2. "Vande Mataram!"
1. "Jai Hind!"
2. "Vande Mataram!"
CBSE Step-by-Step Marking Scheme
Jai Hind and Vande Mataram
2 M
🌟 NEP 2020 Competency-Based Case Study
Independence Day Celebration at School
On 15th August, children came to school dressed in traditional clothes from various states: Gurpreet wore a Punjabi kurta and turban, Mary wore an elegant Assamese mekhala, and Karthik wore a Tamilian veshti. Together, they sang the National Anthem 'Jana Gana Mana' while looking proudly at the fluttering Tiranga.
Analytical Task: What does this school celebration represent? What is the name of our national flag and what do its three colours stand for?
Evaluation & Model Answer:
1. It represents 'Unity in Diversity'—the beautiful harmony of India's different cultures, clothing, and languages.
2. Our flag is called the Tiranga (Tricolour). Saffron stands for courage and sacrifice, white for peace and truth, and green for fertility and prosperity.
2. Our flag is called the Tiranga (Tricolour). Saffron stands for courage and sacrifice, white for peace and truth, and green for fertility and prosperity.
Rubric: 1.5 M for Unity in Diversity + 1.5 M for Tiranga and meaning of three colours