NCERT Solutions for Class 9 Kaveri Poem 1 Bharat Our Land
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Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!I. Fill in the blanks by choosing appropriate words from the box given below to complete the summary of the poem.
warriors, peerless, Upanishads, Ganga, Buddha, Himavant, sages, praise, historical greatness, Brahma-knowledge
The poem is a tribute to India, celebrating its natural beauty, spiritual heritage, and 1. ________. The poet praises the 2. ________, describing it as “mighty and unparalleled. The 3. ________ is depicted as generous and graceful, while the 4. ________ are honoured as sacred and unmatched. The poem highlights the contributions of 5. ________ and 6. ________ who have enriched the land with their bravery and wisdom. It also acknowledges the presence of 7. ________ and teachings of 8. ________, highlighting India’s deep-rooted spiritual and philosophical traditions. The poet repeatedly asserts that India is 9. ________, urging everyone to 10. ________ her.
Answer
1. historical greatness; 2. Himavant; 3. Ganga; 4. Upanishads; 5. warriors; 6. sages; 7. Buddha; 8. Brahma-knowledge; 9. peerless; 10. praise
II. Complete the following features about the poem.
- The impact on the readers (mood): ________
- The poet’s attitude (tone): ________
- The rhyme scheme: ________
- Examples of personification: ________ ________
Answer
- The impact on the readers (mood): Inspiring, patriotic, and filled with pride
- The poet’s attitude (tone): Admiring and celebratory
- The rhyme scheme: Regular and rhythmic (with a refrain)
- Examples of personification: “India is peerless” & “Ganga is generous”
III. What is the impact of the refrain, ‘she’s peerless, let’s praise her!’?
Answer
The refrain “she’s peerless, let’s praise her!” reinforces a strong sense of admiration and pride, while emphasizing that India is unique and unmatched. It also creates a rhythmic, chant-like effect that stays with the reader.
IV. Complete the following sentence appropriately.
India is metaphorically described as ‘this sunny golden land,’ suggesting that it is ________.
Answer
rich, prosperous, and full of warmth and glory.
V. The poet uses symbolism. Match the symbols in Column 1 to what they suggest in Column 2.
Answer
- Himavant → (v) strength and permanence
- Ganga → (iii) purity and generosity
- Upanishads → (ii) spiritual and philosophical legacy
- Gallant warriors and sages → (vi) courage and wisdom
- Brahma-knowledge and Buddha’s Dhamma → (i) knowledge and enlightenment
- Sunny golden land → (iv) richness and glory
VI. The poet uses imagery (descriptive language to create vivid mental pictures that appeal to the senses). Give any two examples from the poem.
Answer
Two examples of imagery
(a) “mighty Himalaya” (visual imagery of grandeur)
(b) “generous Ganga” (visual and emotional imagery of flowing abundance)
VII. What is the impact of the use of hyphens in the first stanza? Select the options that are true.
Answer
Impact of the use of hyphens (correct options)
1. Creates deliberate pauses to reinforce the sense of admiration and pride
3. Lends to the lyrical quality giving it a measured, chant-like rhythm
5. Presents a key element of India’s greatness before the hyphen and makes a strong assertion about its uniqueness after the hyphen
NCERT Solutions for Class 9 Kaveri Poem 1 Bharat Our Land
