(B) Short Answer Type Questions
(लगभग 30–40 शब्द)
1. Which two temples in Kathmandu does the author visit, and with whom?
Answer:
The author visits Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu. He visits these places along with his friend.
2. What does the sign outside Pashupatinath temple proclaim?
Answer:
The sign outside Pashupatinath temple proclaims that only Hindus are allowed inside the temple premises.
3. Who roam through the grounds?
Answer:
Saffron-clad Westerners, priests, tourists, beggars, and monkeys roam freely through the grounds of the Pashupatinath temple.
4. Why do saffron-clad Westerners struggle for permission to enter?
Answer:
They struggle for permission because only Hindus are allowed to enter the Pashupatinath temple, and their religious identity is questioned.
5. What does one of the two fighting monkeys do?
Answer:
One of the monkeys runs away and jumps on a shivling, frightening everyone around.
6. What is said about the small shrine on the river bank?
Answer:
It is said about small shrine that when it would emerge fully, The Goddess inside the temple would scape and the evill period of kalyug would end.
7. How is Boudhanath Stupa different from Pashupatinath temple?
Answer:
Boudhanath Stupa is calm and peaceful, while Pashupatinath temple is crowded and noisy.
8. What things do Tibetan immigrants sell?
Answer:
They sell woollen clothes, bags, carpets, and handicrafts.
9. What other things does the author buy besides marzipan and corn?
Answer:
He buys some souvenirs and everyday items from the local market.
10. On which date does the author think of going back home?
Answer:
He thinks of going back home on January 5.
11. Where is the flute seller selling his flutes and what does he do?
Answer:
He sells his flutes in a square and plays each flute to test its sound.
12. Why does the author find it difficult to tear himself away from the square?
Answer:
Because the peaceful flute music deeply attracts and relaxes him.
13. Name some sort of flutes.
Answer:
Reed flutes, bamboo flutes, and wooden flutes.
14. What is living breath? What does it need?
Answer:
Living breath means music that is alive and soulful. It needs human breath and feeling to create life in it
(C) Long Answer Type Questions
(लगभग 60 शब्द)
1. Give a brief description of the Pashupatinath temple and the Boudhanath Stupa.
Answer:
The Pashupatinath temple is a famous Hindu shrine on the banks of the Bagmati River, crowded with priests, devotees, monkeys, and tourists. The Boudhanath Stupa is a peaceful Buddhist site with prayer wheels and monks. It offers a calm and spiritual atmosphere.
2. How does the author describe Kathmandu? Write in your own words.
Answer:
The author describes Kathmandu as a city full of contrasts. It has crowded streets, temples, shops, and vendors, yet also quiet and spiritual places like the Boudhanath Stupa. The city reflects a blend of chaos, culture, and peace.
3. Where and how does the flute seller sell his flutes? What else does he do?
Answer:
The flute seller sells his flutes in a busy square. He does not shout to attract customers. Instead, he plays soft, melodious tunes to demonstrate the flutes. He believes that music itself attracts buyers.
4. The author is greatly impressed by the flute music. What does he say about it?
Answer:
The author says that the flute music is universal. It does not need words to express emotions. The sound touches the heart and creates a sense of peace and timelessness.
Summary of the Lesson “Kathmandu” (English)
The lesson Kathmandu describes the author’s visit to the capital city of Nepal. He visits the Pashupatinath Temple and the Boudhanath Stupa. Pashupatinath is crowded and noisy, while Boudhanath is calm and peaceful. The author observes priests, tourists, monks, beggars, monkeys, and street sellers.
The busy markets of Kathmandu show the local culture. Tibetan refugees sell woollen goods and souvenirs. The author enjoys street food and music. He is deeply impressed by a flute seller whose music feels timeless and universal. Tired and homesick, the author thinks of returning home, but the flute music holds him back. The lesson shows the contrast between chaos and peace.
📗 पाठ “काठमांडू” का सारांश (हिंदी)
यह पाठ लेखक की नेपाल की राजधानी काठमांडू की यात्रा का वर्णन करता है। लेखक पशुपतिनाथ मंदिर और बौद्धनाथ स्तूप जाता है। पशुपतिनाथ मंदिर में बहुत भीड़, शोर और हलचल है, जबकि बौद्धनाथ स्तूप शांत और आध्यात्मिक स्थान है।
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