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People in Nepal are living in full of peace and harmony. They feel their duty
to protect and promote own identity. Despite these good customs, some are bad
too. Such as untouchability, gender discrimination, dowry, etc. Similarly, some
social customs that bring bad practices in society are extravagant in festivals,
unnecessary feast and celebration use of alcohol beverages, etc. These social
practices harm in the society. This should be controlled.

Key Words

heterogeneous : made up of parts that are different
beverages : alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks

Discuss the various social customs you practice in the society.
Activity

Exercise

I. Fill in the blanks with suitable words:

1. Our society is ______ society.
2. The lifestyle of people is in influenced by _________.
3. ___________ and ________ are inseparable to each other.
4. People in Nepal are living in full of peace and _________.
5. People share _________ and ________ together.

II. Answer the following questions:

a. What is social custom?
b. Why is social custom important to follow?
c. 'Society, culture and customs are inseparable to each other'. Justify
the statement.
d. Explain the common understanding of the people in the society.
e. What are the bad customs existed in the society? Make a list of them.

Community Work

Make a list of social customs that are followed in your community and present in
your class.

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