CBSE Class 4 आस-पास: Chapter 20 - खाना-खिलाना NCERT Solutions
This chapter, 'खाना-खिलाना' (Food for All), from CBSE Class 4's आस-पास (Environment Studies) textbook, delves into various aspects of communal eating and boarding school life. The NCERT Solutions provide detailed answers to questions about the differences between boarding schools and regular schools, the food served, dining arrangements, and the roles of cooks and servers. It also explores the concept of 'Langar' in Gurdwaras, where people cook and eat together, and discusses other occasions where large groups share meals. These solutions help students understand different food systems, community participation in meal preparation, and the emotional aspect of missing home-cooked food while living away. They are designed to aid students in comprehending social practices related to food and community living, making exam revision more effective by clarifying concepts through practical examples.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 4 |
| Subject | आस-पास |
| Session | 2026 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Type | NCERT Solutions |
| Chapter | Chapter 20 |
Chapter summary
Chapter 20, 'खाना-खिलाना', focuses on understanding different eating environments and community meals. The NCERT Solutions cover comparisons between boarding schools and regular schools, detailing aspects like living arrangements, food, and dining halls. It introduces the concept of 'Langar' in Gurdwaras and explores other instances of collective dining. The solutions explain who prepares and serves food in these settings and addresses the feelings of students missing home food. This chapter encourages discussion on community participation and shared responsibilities in food-related activities.
Learning outcomes
- Understand the differences between boarding schools and day schools.
- Learn about the concept and practice of 'Langar' in Gurdwaras.
- Identify who prepares and serves food in communal eating settings.
- Discuss the experience of eating in a dining hall versus at home.
- Recognize the social aspect of sharing meals with a large group.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Boarding School Life
- Differences between Schools
- Food in Schools
- Dining Halls
- Food Preparation and Serving
- Langar
- Community Meals
- Gurdwaras
- Festivals and Celebrations
- Missing Home Food
- Shared Responsibilities
- Social Eating Practices
Important topics
- Boarding School vs. Regular School
- Concept and Practice of Langar
- Community Meal Experiences
- Roles in Food Preparation and Serving
- Emotional Aspects of Living Away from Home
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Questions and Solutions
Q1. क्या तुम बोर्डिंग स्कूल में पढ़ते हो?
Q2. अगर नहीं, तो किसी हॉस्टल में रहने वाले बच्चे से बातचीत करके पता करो
Q3. बोर्डिंग स्कूल और दूसरे स्कूल किन-किन बातों में अलग होते हैं?
Q4. वहाँ पर कैसा खाना मिलता है?
Q5. बच्चे कहाँ बैठकर खाना खाते हैं?
Q6. बोर्डिंग स्कूल में बच्चों के लिए खाना कौन बनाता है? कौन परोसता है?
Q7. बर्तन कौन धोता है?
Q8. क्या कभी बच्चों को घर के खाने की याद आती है?
Q9. क्या तुम बोर्डिंग स्कूल में पढ़ना चाहोगे? क्यों?
Q1. गुरुद्वारे में एक साथ मिलकर खाना पकाने और खाने को 'लंगर' कहते हैं। क्या तुमने कभी लंगर में खाना खाया है। कब और कहाँ?
Q2. कितने लोग खाना बना रहे थे और कितने लोग खाना परोस रहे थे?
Q3. क्या किसी दूसरे अवसर पर भी तुमने बहुत से लोगों के साथ मिलकर खाना खाया है? कब और कहाँ? वहाँ किस-किस ने खाना बनाया और परोसा था?
Common mistakes
- Confusing the roles of cooks and servers.
- Not fully grasping the concept of a 'Langar'.
- Underestimating the emotional aspect of missing home food.
Revision tips
- Compare and contrast boarding school life with your own school experience.
- Discuss the meaning and importance of 'Langar' with family or friends.
- Think about different community meals you might have attended.
- Imagine yourself living in a boarding school and describe your daily routine.
Practice MCQs
Q1. What is the term for cooking and eating together in a Gurudwara?
Explanation: The term 'Langar' specifically refers to the community kitchen and meal served in a Gurudwara, where everyone eats together regardless of background.
Q2. In a boarding school, when do students usually go home?
Explanation: Students in boarding schools typically stay at the school and only go home for festivals and longer holidays.
Q3. Who typically prepares the food in a boarding school?
Explanation: Professional cooks (Rasoiye) and other staff members are responsible for preparing the food for students in boarding schools.
Q4. Where do students in a boarding school usually eat their meals?
Explanation: Students in boarding schools typically gather in a designated dining hall to eat their meals together.
Q5. What is a key difference between a boarding school and a regular school?
Explanation: The fundamental difference is that students reside at boarding schools, while students at regular schools return home after classes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main topic of Chapter 20 in Class 4 आस-पास?
Chapter 20, 'खाना-खिलाना', focuses on understanding different eating environments, such as boarding schools and community meals like 'Langar', and the social aspects of food preparation and sharing.
How do boarding schools differ from other schools according to the solutions?
In boarding schools, students live, sleep, and eat, only going home for festivals and holidays. Other schools' students go home daily after classes.
What is 'Langar'?
'Langar' is the term used in Gurdwaras for a community kitchen where people cook and eat together as a service.
Who makes and serves food in a boarding school?
Cooks (Rasoiye) prepare the food, and other staff members serve it to the students in boarding schools.
Do students in boarding schools ever miss home food?
Yes, the solutions mention that students in boarding schools sometimes miss the food from their homes.
Can you share an example of a community meal other than Langar?
Yes, the solutions mention community meals during events like Saraswati Puja and Independence Day celebrations at school, where students and teachers eat together.
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