Bihar Board Class 12 English

Prose Explanation – Indian Civilization and Culture

Q.6
“It is the business of education, as I see it, to minister this constant renewal.”
Explanation:
This line has been taken from the speech “Bharat Is My Home” delivered by Dr. Zakir Husain, a great freedom fighter and educationist. Here he highlights the role of education in nation building. Education promotes innovation and renewal. The growth of national culture and character depends largely on education. Without education, India cannot become a great nation.
Q.7
“I maintain that education is a prime instrument of national purpose and that quality of education is inescapably involved in the quality of the nation.”
Explanation:
This line has been taken from the speech “Bharat Is My Home” delivered by Dr. Zakir Husain. He strongly believes that education is essential for national development. A nation cannot progress without quality education. The future of a nation depends on the quality of education given to its people. He advises Indians to educate themselves for the welfare of the motherland.
Q.8
“The whole of Bharat is my home and its people are my family.”
Explanation:
This line has been taken from the speech “Bharat Is My Home” delivered by Dr. Zakir Husain. He expresses his deep love for the nation. He considers the whole of India as his home and all Indians as members of one family. As the head of this family, he wishes to see the all-round development of India and wants his country to become strong and respected in the world.
Q.9
“If your Nanukaka wants to see a Minister, I am sure he will manage to see him anytime of the day or night.”
Explanation:
These lines have been taken from “A Pinch of Snuff” written by Manohar Malgaonkar. Nanukaka wants to meet a Minister, which worries the author. However, his mother assures him that Nanukaka is clever and sharp-minded. He can manage to meet anyone at any time. His confidence and presence of mind make him successful.
Q.10
“With this faith we will be able to work together, to pray together, to struggle together.”
Explanation:
This line has been taken from “I Have a Dream” by Martin Luther King Jr.. He motivates black people to continue their struggle against racial discrimination. He dreams of a society free from injustice where people will not be judged by the colour of their skin. The speech reflects hope, unity and optimism for a better future.