Find out the names of these foods and discuss them with your friends.
Different regions of India have different traditional foods.
In North India, people eat roti, dal, and vegetables. In South India, people eat rice, sambar, and idli.
In Gujarat, people eat dhokla and thepla. In Bengal, people eat fish and rice.
Each region has its own special dishes based on locally available ingredients and climate.
Explanation
Page 5 explains that in different parts of our country, people eat a variety of delicious foods. The chapter encourages children to find out about dishes they have heard about but not tasted, and discuss foods from different regions where their friends or family members may have travelled or are staying.
Solution Steps
Different regions of India have different traditional foods
North India: roti, dal, and vegetables
South India: rice, sambar, and idli
Gujarat: dhokla and thepla
Bengal: fish and rice
Regional dishes depend on locally available ingredients and climate