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conch (±ÀAR) : the shell of a sea animal which produces a
sound when you blow into it

deceit : behaviour that is deliberately intended to
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mislead people
glutton : one who eats too much in a greedy way

rake : one who behaves in an immoral way,
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gambling, drinking, etc.

weal : well-being (Old English)

enslave : make into a slave

sole : exclusive, only

Understand the poem

1. Fill in the blanks with the words given in brackets to
make it more meaningful.

In this poem, the poet celebrates the _________________of our
nation. It is celebrated with songs and _____________. Indians
fought for the freedom unitedly leaving____________________to
anyone. We are free from the tricks any_____________________
could play to divide us. [No chance, freedom, trickster, dance]

2. This poem celebrates India’s freedom from the British rule.

a. Quote the lines that refer to freedom.

b. What, according to the poet, is freedom?

c. How does he want to celebrate it?

What does the poet mean by ‘the universal speech’ and
‘experienced grace’?

4. This poem is not just a description of free India. It is
also a description of a glorious India. Do you agree with
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