Question 21 of 25beginner💡 UnderstandShort Answer2 marks

Write the meaning of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' in your own words.

Correct Answer

'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' means that the whole Earth is like one big family.

Just as family members care for each other, share things, and live together peacefully, all people, animals, plants, and elements of nature are connected like a family.

We should treat everyone and everything on Earth with the same love and respect we show to our family members, because we all share this planet as our common home.

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Explanation

The chapter states that 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' is a saying from ancient India meaning 'the world is one family.' This question asks students to express this concept in their own words, demonstrating their understanding of the interconnectedness of all life on Earth and the importance of caring for each other and the planet.

Solution Steps

  1. 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' means the whole Earth is like one big family

  2. All people, animals, plants, and elements of nature are interconnected like family members

  3. We should treat everyone and everything with love and respect as we share this planet as our common home