Pranshu's English Classroom (CBSE)

  A ROADSIDE STAND Poet: Robert Frost “A Roadside Stand” highlights the gap between the rich and the poor , and the false promises that the wealthy make to rural people. Frost uses a small roadside stand as a symbol of the struggles, hopes, and disappointments of poor villagers. STANZA–WISE EXPLANATION Stanza 1 The poet sees a small roadside stand set up by poor farmers. They have placed wild berries, jars, and other small goods hoping travellers on the highway will buy something. But the cars only rush past, ignoring the stand. Some cars even stop only to complain that the stand spoils the beauty of the countryside. The poet feels sad because all the villagers want is some money so they can live a better life. Main idea: The poor have simple hopes, but the rich are insensitive. Stanza 2 The poet explains how the poor villagers feel cheated by the rich. The wealthy politicians and social planners make big promises, saying they will improve village life and b...

 Rivers, Up Close and Personal Rivers have always played an important role in human life, providing water, food, and a place for people to live and thrive. Long ago, rivers were respected and loved, even though they could be dangerous, especially during floods. However, people learned to live alongside rivers, using their resources wisely and avoiding risky areas. Over time, our bond with rivers has weakened, and many people today have never even seen a river. Some rivers have become so polluted that they are now more like drains than natural water bodies. This loss is a big tragedy for us all. Fish biologist Nilesh Heda shares memories of the Arunavati, a river he grew up with in Maharashtra. He recalls how the river once provided water for his village and was home to various fish species. It was also a place where children played, and people came together for festivals and rituals. Unfortunately, over the years, the river has changed for the worse. Pollution, silt buildup, and a ...

 Waste Disposal Waste management refers to all the activities involved in handling waste from its creation to its final disposal. In India, most household and commercial waste ends up in landfills. A major landfill in Ghazipur, Delhi, shows the problems this can cause. As you approach the landfill, you can see birds circling, smell the stench, and notice smoke from burning waste, caused by methane gas produced from decomposing material. Many children like Jeevan and Devender work at these landfills, sorting through waste without gloves or masks, making them vulnerable to illness and injury. Landfills are supposed to be far from homes, but many are near residential areas. Activists say India’s waste management system is flawed and that landfills are dangerous because they easily catch fire. Methane, plastic and other flammable materials burn for long periods, making these fires difficult to put out. Additionally, waste often pollutes groundwater when toxic liquids seep into the eart...