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a. Dhukuti system was established to solve the economic………. in
a community in the past.

b. Paincho is an unique system to solve one’s need in…………..
c. Bheja is an systematic……….....that works for community welfare.

d. The…………. is served with a day of free labour by its community
as a token of respect.
e. Few mal-practices such as accusing as ‘Boksi’ or ……………must
be discouraged.

3. Answer the following questions.
a. Where do you live? List the social rules prevailing in your locality.

b. Why are socials rules important to us?
c. Is there any community organization such as Guthi or Bheja in
your region? What is it for?
d. What is your suggestion for mal-practices such as ‘witch doctor’

or ‘Boksi’?
e. Briefly describe about Guthi, Paincho and Parma.

4. Project Work
a. Discuss with friends, teachers and parents to prepare few rules
for school and the home to make the living more better.

Rules to follow at home Rules to follow at school

b. Visit one of the social organizations of your locality collect the
required information about it and prepare a report. You may
use the following hints to collect information.
• Establishments of the organization
• Objectives of the organization
• Management committee members
• Functions of the organization
• Location and contact information

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