English - Prose Chapter 2: Bharat is my Home Long Answer Questions

Long Question Answer

Q1 The past is not dead and static ‘ who says this and why ?

Ans – It is Dr. Zakir Hussain who says that the past is not dead and static . In his view , the past is alive and dynamic . It determines the quality of our present and the prospects of our future . India is a new state of ancient people . He says so to highlight the importance of Indian culture based on the principle of unity amidst diversity .

Q2 Why does Dr.Zakir Husaine call India “the young State of an ancient people”?

Ans – Dr.Zakir Husain called India “The Young State of an ancient people”. It is so because our past is not dead and static. It is alive and dynamic. Our ancient culture is alive and we can make our future on the basis of our ancient people’s blessings.

Q3 What did Dr. Zakir Husain pledged himself to?

Ans – Dr.Zakir Husain pledged himself to the loyalty of our past culture. He pledged himself to the service of totality to our country’s culture. He pledged his loyalty to his country irrespective of religion or language. The whole Bharat is his home. So, he pledged to work for the welfare of the people of the country.

Q4. In What Context Does Dr Zakir Hussain Say ‘ Bharat Is My Home ‘ ?

Answer ⇒  Actually In Our Indian Constitution , The President Of India Is The Constitutional Head Of Our Country. So, Naturally He Became The Head Of Our Country . And After Saying That Whole Of Bharat Is My Home He Wants To Show His Emotion And Affection Towards Indian That He Will Work As Their Chief And For Its Strength And Beauty .

Q5. What Did Dr. Zakir Husain Pledge Himself To?

Answer ⇒  Dr.Zakir Husain Pledged Himself To The Loyalty Of Our Past Culture. He Pledged Himself To The Service Of Totality To Our Country’s Culture. He Pledged His Loyalty To His Country Irrespective Of Religion Or Language. The Whole Bharat Is His Home. So, He Pledged To Work For The Welfare Of The People Of The Country.