Fair Play Chapter 7 NCERT Solution

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 WORKING WITH THE TEXT

A. Match the sentences under I with those under II.
                                     I
  1. Jumman and Algu were the best of friends.
  2. Jumman's aunt transferred her property to him.
  3. The aunt decided to appeal to the panchayat.
  4. Algu was unwilling to support the aunt.
  5. Jumman was very happy to hear Algu's name as head Panch.
                                 II
  1. He believed that his friend would never go against him.
  2. She wanted justice.
  3. In the absence of one, the other took care of his family.
  4. The condition was that he would be responsible for her welfare.
  5. The bond of friendship between him and Jumman was very strong.
Answer:
  1. Jumman and Algu were the best of friends. In the absence of one, the other took care of his family.
  2. Jumman's aunt transferred her property to him. The condition was that he would be responsible for her welfare.
  3. The aunt decided to appeal to the Panchayat. She wanted justice.
  4. Algu was unwilling to support the aunt. The bond of friendship between him and Jumman was very strong.
  5. Jumman was very happy to hear Algu's name as head panch. He believed that his friendship would never go against him.
B. Who says this to whom and why?
  1. "My wife knows best how to run the house."
  2. "But is it right, my son, to keep mum and not say what you consider just and fair?"
  3. "What have you to say in your defence?"
  4. "I can't pay you a penny for the wretched beast you sold me."
  5. "Victory to the panchayat. This is justice."
Answer:
  1. Jumman Sheikh says this to his old aunt.
  2. Jumman's old aunt says this to Algu Chowdhry.
  3. Algu Chowdhry as head panch says this to Jumman.
  4. Samjhu Sahu says this to Algu Chowdhry.
  5. Algu says this to Jumman after the verdict in his favour.
C. Answer the following questions.
1. "Then the situation changed." What is being referred to? (2)
Answer:
Jumman promised to support his old aunt as long as she lived. So she transferred her property to him. But after a couple of years he and his wife forgot the promise and began to harass her. Thus the situation changed.

2. When Jumman's aunt realised that she was not welcome in his house, what arrangement did she suggest? (3)
Answer:
The old lady realised that she was an unwanted burden on Jumman. So she suggested a way out. She demanded a monthly allowance so that she might set up a separate kitchen.

3. What was the villagers reaction when the aunt explained her case to them? (4)
Answer:
The old aunt went to every house in the village to seek support. But the most of the villagers either laughed at her or advised her to make peace with Jumman. Very few sympathised with her.

4. Why was Jumman happy over Algu's nomination as head panch? (6)
Answer:
Jumman felt inwardly happy when the old aunt named Algu as a head panch. The reason for his happiness was that he was sure to get the decision in his favour from his best friend Algu.

5. "God lives in the heart of Panch." the aunt said. What did she mean? (6)
Answer:
She meant that a panch has no friend nor enemy. He upholds firmly what is fair, just and true. This is a godly virtue. The panch thus becomes the mouthpiece of God.

6. What was Algu's verdict as head panch? How did Jumman take it? (7, 8)
Answer:
As head panch Algu set aside his personal feelings for his friend. He heard Jumman's case and cross - examined him. Finally he announced that Jumman must either grant his aunt monthly allowance or return her property to her.

7. Algu found himself in a tight spot. What was his problem? (9)
Answer:
Algu got into truble. He had sold one bullock to Samjhu Sahu who starved the animal to death. When Algu demanded the price of the bullock after a few months, Sahu got angry. He refused to pay even a penny for the worthless animal. Algu had to approached the panchayat for justice.

8. Why was the Algu upset over Jumman's nomination as head panch? (12, 13)
Answer:
Algu knew that Jumman had become his enemy after the verdict he had given in favour of the old aunt. He had a fear that Jumman would naturally try to take revenge as head panch. So his heart sank and he lost all hope.

9. What was Jumman's verdict as head panch? How did Algu take it? (14, 15)
Answer:
On occupying the post of a panch, Jumman became sensible and justice loving. He gave the verdict in favour of Algu. He ordered Sahu to pay the price of bullock that he owed to Algu.

10. Which of the following sums up the story best?
(i) "I also know that you will not kill your conscience for the sake of friendship."
(ii) "Let no one deviate from the path of justice and truth for friendship or enmity."
(iii) "The voice of the panch is the the voice of God."
Give reason for your choice.
Answer:
The words that sum up the story best are: Let no one deviate from the path of justice and truth for friendship or enmity. A judge becomes the representative of God. He is expected to put aside his personal feelings and give a fair decision.

WORKING WITH LANGUAGE

A. Replace the italicised portion of each sentence below with a suitable phrase from the box. Make necessary changes wherever required.
see box in the book.
  1. The best way to avoid an unnecessary argument is to remain silent.
  2. Unfortunately, the train I was trying to catch was cancelled.
  3. He has been told not to take risks while driving a car through a crowded street.
  4. The patient needs to be properly taken care of.
  5. Why don't the two of you end your quarrel by shaking hands?
  6. I was in a difficult situation till my friends came to my rescue.
  7. When I saw a pile of dirty dishes, I felt very disappointed.
  8. I will examine the matter carefully before commenting on it.
  9. The criticised him in the meeting but he accepted without protest all the criticism.
  10. It will free me from worry to know that I had done nothing wrong.
Answer:
  1. The best way to avoid an unnecessary argument is to keep mum.
  2. As ill luck would have it, the train I was trying to catch was cancelled.
  3. He has been told not to take chances while driving a car through a crowded street.
  4. The patient needs to be properly looked after.
  5. Why don't the two of you make it up by shaking hands?
  6. I was in a tight spot till my friends came to my rescue.
  7. When I saw a pile of dirty dishes, my heart sank.
  8. I will go into the matter carefully before commenting on it.
  9. They criticised him in the meeting but he swallowed all the criticism.
  10. It will ease my conscience to know that I had done nothing wrong.
B. Look at the following phrases and their meanings. Use the phrases to fill in the blanks in the sentences given below.
set up - put in place or start
set aside - save or keep for a particular purpose
set down - write or record
set out - start on a journey
set in - begin and seem likely to continue
  1. Why don't you __________ your ideas on paper?
  2. A fund has been ___________ for the soldier's families.
  3. We should _______ a little money every month.
  4. You should buy some wollens before winter ________ .
  5. They _______ on the last stage of their journey.
Answer:
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