Importance of cleanliness at home or in neighborhood

 Q. Write an article for your school magazine on the importance of cleanliness at home and in the neighborhood. You are Lalit/Lalita.

In your article you should

1. describe how dirty your city/area/
neighborhood is
2. highlight the importance of cleanliness
3. suggest some steps to ensure it-
reducing garbage, environment- friendly
disposal of waste, public awareness [Class VI BBC COMPACTA] 

CLEANLINESS AT HOME OR IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD

- by: Lalit

It is a matter of concern that our neighborhoods are full of dirt and garbage (rubbish) that it stinks the whole environment of the locality. Wrappers, paper, polythene bags, household waste are scattered on the roads and along our houses. The city also is be becoming dirty with each passing day. It has become a hazard. 

'Cleanliness is next to godliness'. Cleanliness to put it simply, means the state of being clean or keeping things clean. Cleanliness at home or in the neighborhood is very important for our overall well being. Keeping homes and neighbourhood clean stops the spread of germs, which keeps us healthy. Regular cleaning of carpets, kitchen and bathroom will kill germs thereby reducing the possibilities of getting sick. This also prevents us from being exposed to bacteria and allergies and other breathing problems. It minimizes the entry of rats, cockroaches, ants and other insects in our surrondings. It is considered as an essential quality required to live a healthy life. It improves the quality of indoor air at our surroundings. 

Moreover, cleanliness changes the look of our surroundings. A neat and clean (spic and span) home or a neighborhood is attractive to all. Regular cleaning of home is very helpful in keeping us organised. Cleanliness creates the goodwill of the residents residing at home or in the neighborhood. It gives happiness and spreads joy in the family and in the neighborhood. 

We need to ensure cleanliness at homes and in the neighborhood. We should follow the 3Rs of the waste management i.e reduce, reuse and recycle. People should be made aware of the harmful effects of garbage. They should be teach environmental friendly methods of disposing waste. These steps will certainly help in maintaining cleanliness in vicinity (near area). It is the duty of each and every one to keep his home and neighborhood neat and clean.

Importance of clean surroundings

 Q. Wite an article in about 1 20 words highlighting the importance of clean surroundings. 
In your article you should
1. point out the fact that people keep their homes neat and clean but public places are fullof filth
2. describe the harmful effects of garbage and filth in public places - cholera, dengue, malaria etc.
3. suggest what can be done to promote cleaninessin public places -responsible waste management public awareness campaign etc.
4. conclude with an appeal for clean surroundings and environment. [Class VII BBC COMPACTA]

IMPORTANCE OF CLEAN SURROUNDINGS BY: RAJ
Or 
Need of Promoting Cleanliness in the surrounding areas

Now a days, Keeping the surroundings clean has become a big issue. We keep our homes neat and clean then why not public places. We only remember to clean our homes but why we don't remember to clean our country, which is our main home. People makes the public places dirty in many ways which includes not using dustbins, spitting anywhere on roads, throwing papers, plastic, wrappers on roads. (We keep our homes spick and span but don't care for cleanliness at public places.)

The growing garbage and filth have vitiated, (spoil, harmed, degraded) the atmosphere. It has become the major source of pollution such as air pollution, water pollution, soil pollution. Burning of wastes releases harmful gases such as carbon dioxide, sulphur dioxide which affects our environment. Waste emerges from the factories are dumped into the rivers affects the marine life and thereby affects humans. Household waste such as waste from kitchen is the greatest source of soil pollution which affects many soil organisms too. Moreover, It spreads malaria, dengue, cholera, diarrhoea and various respiratory disorders. It also becomes hazard for animals.

In order to protect ourselves from various ailments and viruses, It is imperative to keep the surroundings spic and span. This gives rise to a good character. Clean surroundings have become an indication of one's lifestyle and prevents illness and sickness. It is considered as the best place for overall growth and development. It helps us to stay active all the day and enhances our productivity. It creates a good impression on others. Environment of the area becomes fresh and amount of pollution gets reduce. 

It is the need of the hour to clean our surroundings not only our homes but also the places use by us. Various (Several) measures should be taken to promote cleanliness in public places. Responsible waste management techniques should be adopted. Campaigns should be organised to make the surroundings hygienic. All these measures will keep us healthy. So, I appeal one and all to keep the surroundings clean and hygienic.

Clean India, healthy India.

 Q. Our streets are littered with paper bags, empty cans, fruit peelings and so many other used throwaways. Not only do our cities look unclean but lack of cleanliness can even lead to an outbreak of an epidemic. Write a speech in 100-150 words on ‘Clean India, Healthy India’, which you have to deliver in the morning assembly. 

Respected principal, My worthy teachers and dear friends. 

It is a matter of concern that despite an initiative of cleanliness taken by our prime minister, our streets are still littered with (filth and garbage, our public toilets stink, we use public walls as urinals and spittoons. Then we blame the government for mosquitoes, stench and epidemics.) full of garbage such as paper bags, empty cans, household wastes, poly bags etc without bothering to people. Today people are generating tons of waste everyday which is making the country dirty.

Is clean India really a healthy India ? Is there any relation between cleanliness and health ? Cleanliness is an indictior of sound health of natives of a country and so with India. Cleanliness in itself mean the absence of waste, dirt and germs. This makes India healthy. Cleanliness is considered as the first step towards healthy lifestyle. There are no illnesses in the state of cleanliness. People are less likely to get sick. They can keep various diseases such as malaria, dengue, chickengunya, asthma etc. at bay.  

What's more, clean India produces no pollution, which gives fresh air to inhale to its citizens. They also get water fit for drinking. Cleanliness helps in the overall well being of individual, society and country. It spreads optimism attitude among people. It helps to relieves their stress, tensions and anxiety.  Cleanliness gives a pleasent look to India, which attracts foreign tourists to India, which inturn generates revenue for the Government. 

It is the need of the hour that people should take some effective steps to make its environment clean. They should follow the 3R's i.e. reduce, reuse and recycle strategy of waste management. Besides this, afforestation should be encouraged among people to make India clean and healthy. 

So Let's make the India clean, Let's make the India healthy.

Thank you.

Q. Write an article for your school magazine on the topic "Clean City, Healthy City".
In your article you should say
• how clean your city is
• why a clean city is a healthy city
• what people can do to make its environment cleaner still [Class VIII BBC Compacta] 

Stop Animal Abuse.

 Q. Cruelty towards animals is often heard and read about in the newspapers. It is unfair to be inhuman towards animals as they are helpless, poor creatures who can't even speak out their agony. Using the hints given below, prepare a speech to be delivered in the morning assembly on the topic- ‘Stop Animal Abuse’. (120-150 words)
Hints: 
• Cats, dogs, horses, livestock animals are abused 
• sensitivity towards animals required
• Take the needy animals to a vet/ inform concerned authorities 
• Be kind towards animals 
• Respect them 
• Adopt stray animals
• spread awareness 

Honorable Principal, Respected teachers and dear friends. 

Animal abuse is a negative development that people are getting cruel to the animals. Millions of animals are being abused every day. People have become inhuman and forget that they are also the living creatures. They are continuously beaten, harrassed, multilated, dissected by people. For instance children irritated them by throwing stones on them. They are used in laboratories by children for the purpose of dissection to gain practical knowledge. Hundreds of frogs and lizards are experimented on regular basis.

What's more, People treat animals as a source of entertainment. They play various tricks on them for their fun. They domesticate or caged cats, dogs, parrots, cows, horses etc. for their own pleasure and abuse them. They are used in circuses and zoos and put into cages and are under-fed. They are forced to perform tricks which they cannot normally do. Then bulls, horses, camels, mules and donkeys are over-loaded. They play a vital role in our eco system and biodiversity as due to abusing some species are getting extinct. All these are creating imbalance in the environment. The whole food chain also get collapsed. 

Getting cruel to animals is a negative development, people don't have any right to abuse animals. It should be made a punishable offence. Well-awakened persons, especially children or animal lovers, SPCA (Society for the Protection of cruelty to animals) should join hands to create worldwide awareness for animal abuse. It is our duty to respect animals. We must look after every animal like our own child and nourish it like him. NGOs should come forward to adopt stray animals. Let’s take pledge not to abuse animals in order to maintain balance in the environment. 

Thank you.

Recipe for success in board exam

 Q. Come exams and it is stress time for students. It needs not be, say educational counsellors, if students plan and stick to a study schedule and strategise their preparation for final examination. Taking ideas from the the following visual together with your own ideas, write an article for your weekly newsletter on the topic, “Recipe for success in Board Exams” in about 150-200 words.  
•  Prepare a realistic time-table and stick to it.     
• streamline (making simple) revision technique priorities topics    
• Distress yourself regularly  
• Take frequent breaks and rest 
• walk a little     
• Double check syllabus, exam format and marking scheme 
• keep time for social events too 
• keep datesheet handy 
• keep notes and necessary books in easy reach  
• seek teachers, counsellors and parents support   
• practice writing answers as much as you can   
• Take good care of your health    
• Eat regularly and eat well    

RECIPE FOR SUCCESS IN BOARD EXAMS
 By: XYZ

Everyone wants success in board examination and burn midnight oil to score high ranks, which is the dream of every student and his parents. Preparing for board exams is an art that should be mastered by every ambitious student. 

In order to achieve success in examination, we first need to prepare a realistic time-table and adhere to it, which helps us to concentrate on all the academic subjects. We need to focus on one particular subject at a time with complete dedication. For example, one subject will be given time in the morning, one in the afternoon and one before bed. That is to say, time-table ensures proper coverage of syllabus on time. Datesheet should be keep handy with them. Syllabus, exam format and marking scheme should be double checked before commencing preparations. Social events too also given timings which helps us to relax and change our mood.  

Besides designing time table, a student should take proper care of his health. He should take proper balanced diet, eat regularly and eat well, go for a walk, do gymnastics, yoga to maintain good health during exams time. Also, a student can recite and learn his lessons while walking. That is say, he should walk a little instead of following a sedentary lifestyle during exams. Frequent breaks and rest should be taken by students after an interval of time to keep oneself stress free.  

Moving further to achieve success in exams, one should have a proper revision schedule. Rivision technique should be streamlined and the topics should be prioritised on their ease. Notes, necessary books or reading material should be access by a student easily.

 

For that, he should organise all his study materials before the commencement of examinations. Also, it is imperative to seek the support of parents, teachers and educational counsellors without any hesitation regarding doubts, important topics and questions or any extra practise material. He should practise writing answers more and more after clarifying the concept to understand it more precisely. 

Thus, Getting success in board exams is not an easy task. One has to put really a lot of efforts to get success in boards.

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As the final exams approach, it is common for students to feel stressed and overwhelmed. However, it doesn't have to be this way, according to educational counsellors. By following a few simple tips and strategies, students can ensure success in their board exams.

First and foremost, it is important to prepare a realistic study schedule and stick to it. This will help students stay organized and manage their time effectively. It is also essential to streamline the revision process by prioritizing topics and focusing on the most important ones.
[First and foremost, creating a realistic study schedule and sticking to it is crucial. This will help students streamline their revision priorities and ensure they cover all necessary topics before the exams. It is also important to take regular breaks to distress and relax, whether it's going for a short walk or participating in social events.].

To reduce stress, students should make sure to take regular breaks and distress themselves. This could be as simple as taking a short walk or engaging in a relaxing activity. Additionally, it is important to double-check the syllabus, exam format, and marking scheme to ensure that no important topics are missed.
[Additionally, it is essential to double-check the syllabus, exam format, and marking scheme to avoid any surprises on the day of the exam. Keeping the datesheet handy and having all necessary notes and books within easy reach will also help students stay organized.]

While studying is important, it is equally crucial to make time for social events and activities to maintain a healthy balance. Keeping the datesheet handy, having notes and necessary books within easy reach, and seeking support from teachers, counsellors, and parents are also essential for success.
[Seeking support from teachers, counsellors, and parents can provide valuable guidance and encouragement during this challenging time. Furthermore, practicing writing answers and taking care of one's health through regular meals and rest will contribute to a successful exam experience.]

Furthermore, practicing writing answers and taking care of one's health by eating regularly and well are important factors that contribute to exam success. By following these tips and strategies, students can approach their board exams with confidence and achieve their desired results. 
[In conclusion, by following these tips and strategies, students can alleviate exam stress and increase their chances of success in the board exams. Remember, preparation is key to achieving your academic goals. Good luck!]

Increasing chatting on social media

 Q. You are Raman/Deepika , a student of a School in Patna. You feel ‘Excess of Anything is Bad’. Chatting on Internet, using social sites such as Facebook, what’s app, we chat, Yahoo etc., lead to neglect of studies and wastage of time on the part of students. Prepare a speech to be delivered in the morning assembly of your school highlighting this increasing tendency among students and advising them to impose self-restrictions on themselves. 

Increasingly Chatting on social sites

Respected principal, My worthy teachers and dear friends. 

I am sure you all communicate with chatting using social networking sites such as Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram etc. In recent years, it has become very popular among students. These sites have gripped the minds of (students) school going children.

They should remember that chatting on social networking sites lead to many health problems. Predominantly, they can lose their eyesight. Spending a couple of hours on chatting can further makes the children obesed, lazy and disease prone. social networking sites discourage physical activities among students and make them couch potato. The recent studies have revealed that excessive chatting on internet leads to behavioural problems among children such as they get irritated, short-tempered, unsocialize and become less interactive among friends and relatives. 

 What’s more, face to face communication with their contacts has also decreased gradually. You become mere a tool for social networking sites. Sometimes the messages sent or received on theses sites convey misleading information and feelings or emotions of both parties are ignored. The social networking sites distracts the students from doing homework, project work affecting their grades in examination. Thus, their studies are affected negatively. It is totally a waste of time of the students. If the adverse effects of social networking sites outweigh its postive effect. So, why don’t we all limit the use of these sites ? 

Hence, excess of everything is bad. So, it is advisable to students that they should impose self restrictions on themselves. They should spend their time in outdoor activities, which keep them fit and healthy. They should devote more time to studies which leads to improve their grades and utilise their time to the fullest. 

Thank you.

Next Generation At Risk

 Q. Changing lifestyle, lack of exercise, craze for junk food and excessive indulgence in gadgets has become a way of life today, resulting in obesity and other ailments among the youth. In wake of such a situation, write an article on ‘Next Generation at risk’ for your school magazine. You are Neel / Neelam. (100-150 words)     

NEXT GENERATION AT RISK 
- by: Neel

Change is as good as rest. (Change is the law of nature. Change is inevitable.) Technological addiction, excessive indulgence in gadgets, lack of physical activities, consumption of junk food, unhealthy lifestyle will be the lives of coming generation. Obesity has become the cause of concern for parents and nutritionists.

Young generation is living a sedentary lifestyle due to which they are becoming coach potato. To say, is they are flinching from their work and stuck in front of concoles or screens as well as getting late in morning and due to lack of physical exercise they started gaining weight. In addition to this, excess consumption of junk food which is in trend nowadays, it's craze is not only increasing obesity among youth but also is hazardous for their health. At the top of this, changing lifestyle of youngster have great influence on our next generation. To elaborate, in present era they are trying to copy the styles of rich people and celebrities also their habits to gain fame like them and become an blogger and influencer which is affecting their life a lot. It has both positive and negative influence on them as making them their ideal is good and to grab postive things and grow in their life. However, on another side smoking, drinking and drugs consumption habit is misleading them towards their career. 

Apart from this, excess use of technology and more inclination towards social media allow them to less interact and socialise with relatives and friends. Due to the increased usage of technology and digitization the quality time with friends and family has decreased. Nevertheless technological advancements are providing numerous advantages to youth but the poor symptoms of vision can also be observed and many health problems such as gaining weight, incorrect postures, feeling of aggression and irritability as well as muscles problems because of repititive use of hands for mobile phones can be seen in them.

To mitigate these risks, it is essential that the next generation should make wise conscious choices and maintain a healthy balance. They need to channalise their focus on the right aspects of modernity and constantly coping with the challenges generated by it. Some other measures must be taken by young generation Such as limiting the use of social media, following healthy diet along with gymnastics, yoga or morning walk to live risk free life.