Toss HS em - 2021

10th Class
Home Science
Chief Advisor
Smt. Chitra Ramachandran, I.A.S.,
Special Chief Secretary - Education Department, Telangana
Editorial Board
Dr. N. Upender Reddy, Retd. Professor, SCERT, Telangana, Hyderabad.
Dr. Snigdha Das, Senior Faculty, Vidya Bhavan Education Resource Centre, Udaipur,
Rajasthan.
Dr. Nageshwar Rao Amanchi, Asst. Professor, Osmania University, Hyderabad.
Sri Rishiraj Rai, Senior Research Associate, Vidya Bhavan Education Resource
Centre, Udaipur, Rajasthan.
Smt. T. Subhashini, Retd. P.G.T. Telangana State, Residential Educational Institution.
Sri E.D.Madhusudhan Reddy, Co-ordinator, Biological Science, ZPHS, Baharpet,
Kosgi, Narayanpet.
Co-ordination and cooperation

Sri. Marasani Somi Reddy, Sri. Boyinapally Venkateshwara Rao,
Joint Director, State Co-ordinator,
Open School Society, Open School Society,
Telangana, Telangana,
Hyderabad. Hyderabad.
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Foreword
Education is like a third eye for humans. Education helps to explore himself and understand
the society surrounded by him according to situations. Education gives identity and respect to
mankind. The society with educationalists develop in all fields and stands in top position. "Edu-
cation for everyone growth for every one is a universal objective".
The open school society is established to provide education for all those who are not able
to educate get only in schools. This society gives an opportunity for those who are away from
education with an objective "Education for everyone-education at your doorstep".
Everyone knows about science but home, family, society, surroundings, profession... Home
Science is the knowledge of all these aspects. Home Science in particular conveys personal
values, career opportunities and contribute to understanding the role of the individual in the
family, profession and community. Develops skills required for the profession. Home Science
refers to the science and arts of home management. A home isa combination of many elements.
Food, resources, clothing, communication, human development are associated with the home.
The study of Home Science contributes in laying the foundation for a Quality life in everyday
life.
Home Science guides to understand the importance of nutrition, clothing, leading a healthy
life, responsible behaviour in society, protecting the environment, human growth and develop-
ment. To meet the challenges in day to day life, Home Science paves the way to gain satisfaction
in personal, professional, family and social life by developing life skills. This science can help
us greatly in overcoming the ups and downs of the present life.
There are total 30 chapters in this textbook. The topics discussed were mailny based on
themes of food, clothing, home management, health, family, family resources, rights and respon-
sibilities. In relation to all these the current situations, understanding of the actions to be taken
and practical priority has been explained. Applying daily life to the curriculum, the textbook is
designed to be intresting and self studying using simple language.
We are thankful to teachers, designers, editorial board members, DTP operators for their
effort to bring this book in short time. We appreciate E.D. Madhusudhan Reddy and Sri Suvarna
Vinayak, Co-ordinator SCERT, who played a key role to bring out this book. We are thankful to
Smt. M. Radha Reddy, Director, SCERT to give permission to utilize the services of subject
experts and subject coordinators to bring out this textbook in time. We are thankful to
Sri S. Venkateswara Sharma, Director, Govt. Textbook Press for his continuous support in
initiating the design of textbook. Our special thanks to Smt. Chitra Ramachandran, IAS, Prin-
cipal Secretary for motivating us and identifying the need to change textbook and giving guid-
ance. Our special thanks to Smt. Sabita Indra Reddy garu Honourable Minister of Education
for her encouragement and guidance. We are also thankful to Sri Marasani Somireddy, Joint
Director and Sri Boyinapally Venkateswara Rao, State Coordinator for coordinating and en-
couraging authors, editorial board, designers, subject coordinators for successful completion of
textbook. I hope this textbook would help the learners to meet their needs and improve their
standards in science.
Date : 24-12-2020 A. Krishna Rao,

Place : Hyderabad Director,
Open School Society, Telangana, Hyderabad.
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Subject Expert - Guidance
Sri. E.D.Madhusudhan Reddy, Co-ordinator, Biological Science,
ZPHS Baharpet, Kosgi, Narayanpet District.
Writers
Sri. Sanjeev Kumar, SA, ZPHS, Abhangapatnam, Navipet, Nizamabad.
Smt. K. Pavani, SA, ZPHS, Darga Hussani Shahvali, Sherilingampally, Rangareddy.

Smt. Bandari Malathi Bai, SA, GHS, Kalasiguda, Secunderabad, Hyderabad.
Sri. Pesara Prabhakar Reddy, ZPSS, Mucherla Jasthipalli, Kamepalli, Khammam.
Sri. Manikya Reddy, SA, GNHS, Sadasivapet, Sangareddy.
Sri. M.D.Akbar, SA, ZPHS, Vurella, Chevella, Rangareddy.
Sri. G. Shyamsunder, SA, ZPHS, Chetla Potharam, Jinnaram, Sangareddy.
Sri. D. Nagaraju, GHS, Gajwel, Siddipet.
Smt. P. Saritha, SA, ZPHS, Kompally, Munugodu, Nalgonda.
Smt. Maram Pavithra, SA, ZPHS, Gaddipally, Garidepally, Suryapet District.
Smt. Thummala Govardhana Mani, SA, GGHS, Nallagutta (Old), Secunderabad, Hyderabad.
Smt. J. Prasanna Kumari, PGT, TSMS and Jr. College, Munagala, Suryapet.
Smt. S. Srivani, PGT, TSMS and Jr. College, Palamakula, Shamshabad, Rangareddy.
Language correction by
Smt. P. Manjula Rani, PGT, TSMS, Chegunta, Medak.
Sri. Janakiram V Peddi, PGT, TSMS, Tekmal, Medak.
Diagrams : Goutham Sri Narayana, Student, TS Model School, Palamakula,

Shamshabad (M), Hyderabad.
Coverpage Design : Sri. K. Sudharakarachary, SGT, MPPS, Mylaram, Rayaparthi (M),
Warangal Rural.
DTP, Page Layout & Design : Smt. Prathima Paturi, Hyderabad.
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Suggestions to learners
♦ A complete awareness of home, family, health, food, clothing, resources, rights - responsi-
bilities should be gained through the Home Science textbook.
♦ Every aspect described in the chapters should be applied in daily life.
♦ To meet the objectives of teaching Home Science, "Learning Outcomes" are given at the
beginning of each chapter.
♦ Learning should continue in the direction of practising "Learning Outcomes".
♦ Probing questions are given at the beginning and in the context of each chapter. Based on
previous knowledge learning should continue.
♦ Many aspects of the curriculum are familiar to you in your daily life, but you need to gain
awareness of these through process skills such as examining, analyzing, comparing and con-
clusion.
♦ Each chapeter has sections and subsections. Some concepts are explained in each section.
♦ In relation to respective topics "Check your progress" questions are given at the end of
each topic. Through them you can know your level of progress and understanding in that
section.
♦ The important concepts discussed in the lesson are given in the form of "Key Points" at the
end of the lesson. Using these you can revise the entire lesson.
♦ "Practice for learning outcomes" are given to find out how far the prescribed learning
outcomes in the lesson have been achieved. Practice them thoroughly.
♦ Try to read reference books given at the end along with the textbook.
♦ Classes are conducted for direct instruction at the training centre to make you aware of the
curriculum. You should attend the classes compulsory. Discuss and clarify your doubts with
the trainer at the training centre.
♦ A notebook should be kept specially for writing the exercises given in this textbook. You
have to write ansers on your own in this book. Take the suggestions given by the trainer at the
training centre.
♦ In your public examination, questions are not directly asked from the textbook. The questions
resemble the questions given in the exercises. So, if you prepare answers for exercise ques-
tions on your own it can be helpful.
♦ You can utilize online facility for better understanding of lessons.
♦ Even though you are studying 10th class in open school, your textbook is of same level as of
regular 10th class. So, utilize them in proper way to get good result.
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Suggestions to teachers
♦ Gain a deeper understanding of the lessons in all the chapters of Home Science by reading
completely.
♦ At the beginning of the textbook foreword suggestions to learners, expected learning out-
comes are given.
♦ By reading "Fore word" one can understand the aim and get awareness on the topics of
home science textbook.
♦ Make the students read "Suggestions to learners". You should also read the same to know
how to react with students.
♦ You can understand the teaching objectives by reading "Expected Learning Outcomes".
This textbook is not designed for the purpose of completing lessons or passing examination
rather it is prepared to meet the expected "Learning Outcomes" as main objective.
♦ In the introduction of each chapter, based on key concepts of that lesson thought provoking
questions, expected learning outcomes, internal questions to test the previous knowledge and
illustrations are given.
♦ "Check your progress" is given to assess the understanding of the concepts in each section
and subsection from time to time.
♦ Understand the "Unit structure" of the lesson in the textbook and make the learner under-
stand the lesson in the same order.
♦ Explaining the main concepts of the lesoon "Key points" are given at the form of sentences.
♦ In the "Practice for Learning Outcomes", questions are given at the end of the chapter. So,
that the students can practice.
♦ Keeping in view the days allotted for contact classes at the training centre, divide the number
of days per chapter and discuss the lessons with the students.
♦ In addition to understanding the concept, students should be encouraged to write the answers
on their own.
♦ Train the students to write answers on their own for "Check your progress" and "Practice
for Learning Outcomes". Explain them how to write the answers by writing on the black
board. Key concepts must be explained clearly.
♦ All aspects of the lesson / curriculum must be followed.
♦ Keep the referene books at the training centre and make the students utilize them for better
understanding.
♦ Ask the students to write exercises of the lesson in a separate note book. Observe them and
give suggestions.
♦ Make sure the students utilize the online learning facilities.
♦ In examinations questions are not directly asked from the exercises therefore prepare them to
write answers on their own by understanding key concepts.
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Competencies, Learning Outcomes achieved through Home Science
♦ Identifies
Ex:- Identifies the characteristics of different types of fibres used in the manufacture of
natural, synthetic fabrics.
♦ Compares
Ex:- Compares communicable - Non communicable diseases and rights - responsibilities.
♦ Classifies
Ex:- Classifies the food items based on the nutrient groups and home appliances based on
their functions.
♦ Explains
Ex:- Explains the causes of environmental problem and diseases such as malnutrition.
♦ Describes
Ex:- Describes the different stages of human life, the changes that occur during adolescence
and the used of family resources.
♦ Identifies the relationship
Ex:- Identifies the relationship between saving - investment - expenditure, personal envi-
ronmental hygiene - health.
♦ Questions
Ex:- Questions to know about consumer rights and clothing care procedures.
♦ Collects information, Analyse
Ex:- Collects information regarding the savings made by different families, electricity used
by them and details of house hold equipment are colleted and analysed.
♦ Draws diagrams, make models and explains
Ex:- Draws the diagrams, make models of household equipments and explain.
♦ Appreciates
Ex:- Appreciates the finishing touches to clothing, efforts to care for family members.
♦ Values
Ex:- Values are practiced in personal, family and social life.
♦ Applies in daily life
Ex:- Applies in daily life as a dynamic consumer, lead a life free from communicable
diseases and malnutrition.
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Which Chapter
Page No.
on which page...
UNIT-I
UNIT-I 1) What is Home Science? 1
Home Science
2) Food and it's Nutrients 9

UNIT-II
UNIT-II
3) Food Groups 22
Food 4) Methods of Cooking Food 33
5) Food Preservation 44
6) Fibre to Fabric 56
UNIT-III
UNIT-III
7) Finishes 68
Clothing 8) Care and Maintenance of Fabrics 78
9) Clothing and Linen for the Family 87
UNIT -IV
UNIT-IV 10) Housing 98
11) Household Equipment 110
Home
Management
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12) Health 120
UNIT
UNIT--V
13) Health Emergencies 128
Health 14) Communicable Diseases 134
15) Immunity 140
16) Environment 144
17) My Family 151

UNIT
UNIT--VI
18) How Life Begins? 160
Family
19) Growth and Development of a Child 168
20) Growth and Development from Infancy to Childhood 175
21) Growth and Development during Adolescence 183
22) Caring for the Family 191
23) Family Resources 199

UNIT
UNIT--VII
24) Management of Time and Energy 207
Family 25) Managing Family Income 213
Resources
26) Savings - Investment 224
27) Being an Aware Consumer 234

UNIT
UNIT--VIII
28) Purchase of Household Items 241
Rights and 29) Safe Home and Safety at Home 245
responsibilities
30) Values of family life 253
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UNIT -I
UNIT-I
Chapter
1 What is
Home Science?
Home Science is a wide and diversified subject. Yet many people believe that Home Science
as name it self indicates that it is related to Home.
• How common man thinks about Home Science?
• What are the components of Home Science?
Home Science is concerned with home, health and happiness of all the people living in it.
Home Science is an interdisciplinary field that prepare young learners for the two most important
goals in their lives`caring for their home and family as well as preparing for career or vocation in
life. Now-a-days men and women share the responsibility of a home and family equally. They
need to make use of the resources available to make their live comfortable. In this chapter we
will know about the scope of science and art behind Home Science and different professional
avenues available to us after specilizing in this field.
Learning Outcomes
The learner...
♦ Explains the meaning and importance of Home Science.
♦ Identifies employment opportunities obtained for both men and women by studying
Home Science.
♦ Applies the different components of Home Science in daily life situations.
♦ Explains different divisions of Home Science.
♦ Identifies various vocational opportunities available after studying different components
of Home Science.
1.1 Meaning of Home Science :

Home Science means Science of home management. It includes all the things that concern
ourselves, our home, our family members and our resources. It aims at getting maximum satisfaction
for us and our family members through efficient and scientific use of our resources. Home Science
means the art of utilising resources and the science of achieving a healthier, happier family and a
What is Home Science? 1

successful career. In defining Home Science 'Art' and 'Science' words were used because Home
Science teaches to use the available resources through which beautiful, hormonious environment
is created. At the same time it gives us the knowledge of scientific procedure in achieving
hormonious house. Home Science makes us to know about varieties of food required to our body
and their effect on our body. Hence it is a "Science". Along with that it makes us to select the
valuable food which is organised attractively. So, 'it is an Art'. In this way integration of Science
and Art change our life in to happy.
Developing the ability to communicate effectively with all the family members including
children and elderly, is an important skill and art that we all have to inculcatefor hormonious
interpersonal relationship and a happy peaceful life. This essential skill is also learnt by studying
Home Science. Home Science draws important parts of its content from pure science discipline
such as Biology, Physiology and Hygiene. It also draws its content equally from Economics,
Sociology, Physiology Community development information media and technology. They make it
interdisciplinary field which draws from the strength of science and arts courses. This combination
of science and art holds true in all the areas of Home Science. For example :
• The interpersonal communication among the family members.
• The family that you care for.
• The food that you eat.
• The house that you live in.
• The clothes that you wear.
• The resource that you use.
• The environment around you.
• The skills present in you and the environment that can lead to successful career.
Activity-1
Fill the following table with the works that you do at home which are considered as a part of
art and science. One example is given in the table
Activity Art Science
• Taking bath feel fresh and clean dirty germs are removed
from body. Pores on skin
get open
• Cleaning the house
• Caring for children
2 Home Science
Check Your Progress...
1) What are the components of Home Science?
2) Write about few integrated areas of 'art' and 'science' in Home Science?
1.2 Relevance of Home Science :

• What are the relevances of Home Science?
With changing social and economic situations managing home requires the effort of all family
members. Now-a-days women are working more than men, at office and at home. Home Science
opens up a large areas of possible job opportunities for both men and women. This knowledge
helps us in the improvement of not only your home and personal life but also your professional
life. The skills gained through Home Science help to improve your personal satisfaction and
family's economic condition. As in Home Science you will learn several skills that can enable
you to set up home based enterprises like catering unit, day care centre.
Activity-2
Do you agree with the following statement.? Give reasons.
Situation Agree / Disagree Reason
• Only mother can look

after a sick child.
• Washing, ironing folding

is best handled by
women only.
• Money is best managed

by men.
Some specific works allotted to men and women inside and outside the house was based on
their social behaviour. Any work can be done by both men and women. Only mother can look
after children is not correct even father can do that work. Works like washing, cooking is done by
men in hotels. With this we can understand that no specific work is allotted for men and women.
All types of work can be done by both men and women.

1) What is the impact of Home Science on the human life?
2) Which skills are developed through Home Science.
1.3 Home Science - A Discipline and Profession :

• Why Home Science is considering as profession?
Home Science cover a few areas of specialization such as Food and nutrition, Resource
Management, Human development Fabric and apparel science. We learn and develop good
interpersonal relationship with family members and outsiders. We also learn to manage our
resources, time, energy and money so that we get maximum satisfaction.
We value our traditional knowledge experience offered to us by our parents and grand parents
we should continue and value this. The advance in science and technology helps to face and
overcome the changing socio, economic situations and 21st century challenges.
Home Science draws its strength from both science and arts discipline. This enables the
student to develop the ability and understand the concept as well as apply them in daily life
situations.
1.4 The importance of Home Science :
• Why should we study Home Science?
Through Home Science you can learn to use resources effectively, health nutritious diet. You
can use this knowledge for the improvement of life and home. You can satisfy the family members.
You can use the skills gained to improve the economic condition. You will be ready to fulfill the
responsibilities at home. Now-a-days women are wokring at home and also outside. So they are
Home Science help them to share responsibilities equal to men and enable to build beautiful
home and conflict free progression. It also helps you to utilise time and energy effectively. Thus
Home Science is useful in becoming responsible citizen, good parents and to create a sucessful
home makers.
1.5 Misconcepts about Home Science :
• What are the misconcepts about Home Science?
• Through Home Science is developed as wide and extensive subject, but in view of
common men there are some misconcepts about the subject. Let us observe them.
• A common mans perception is that Home Science is limited to cooking, laundry and
stitching, ironing.
• Home Science is meant for only girls. Thats why only girls need to study this.
4 Home Science
• Home Science can be learnt from mother (or) grandmother, it does not require formal
study.
• Home Science does not lead to a career, it teaches all aspects related to Home.
• By studying all the chapters in this book, we can remove all these misconcepts and we
feel that Home Science is a branch of Science only.
1.6 Constituent areas of Home Science :
• What are the major areas of Home Science?
There are five major component areas of specialization in Home Science.
Home Science
Food and Resource Fabric and Human Communication

Nutrition Management Apparel Science Development and Extended
Education
The above components are further divided into following specialization :
1) Food and Nutrition :
i) Food Science
ii) Nutrition - Clinical Nutrition and Community Nutrition
iii) Institutional Food Service
2) Resource Management :
i) Resource Management
ii) House maintenance and equipment
iii) Interior decoration
iv) Consumer Education
3) Fabric and Apparel Science :
i) Clothing construction
ii) Textile Science
iii) Textile designing
iv) Garment designing
v) Care and mainteinance of clothes

4) Human Development :
i) Child Welfare
ii) Adolescence, marriage and family guidance
iii) Care the elders
iv) Care of special children
5) Communication and Education Extension :
i) Media for communication
ii) Programme planning and evaluation
iii) Training and capacity building
iv) Management of community service
v) Nonformal Education
These above options are the part of higher studies and not of school level. There are many
Home Science colleges in India, where you can study these courses. There are various vocational
courses based on Home Science dicipline like creative embroidery and tailoring early child
education. You may visit the NIOS website "www.niosorg" for more information.
1) Explain the importance of Home Science in daily life?
2) What are the misconcepts and facts about Home Science?
1.7 Employment opportunities in Home Science

Knowledge / Skill Wage employment Self employment
opportunity
I) Catering a) Staff in canteen, restaurant a) Owner of the canteen
b) Cook b) Food service from home
c) Service staff c) Conducting hobby classes
II) Food preservation a) Production a) Owner of production unit
Bakery and Confectionary b) Training of service staff b) Home based production

c) Incharge of community service
center c) Conducting hobby classes
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Knowledge / Skill Wage employment Self employment
opportunity
III) Interior decoration a) Interior designer a) Interior designer

b) Furniture designer b) Furniture designer
c) Staff at show room
c) Show case and window
display designer
IV) Art and crafts a) Staff at government a) Running own shop

emporium
b) Home based craft
c) Staff production unit
c) Conducting hobby course
V) House keeping and a) Staff at hotel and guest a) Running a guest house
laundry service houses
b) Paying guest facility
b) Facilitating manager
c) Contact services
VI) Dress designing, a) Staff in a production / a) Owner of shop

Garment constitution exporting unit
b) Home based services
Textile designing b) Staff textile designing unit
c) Conduct hobby classes
or small shops
VII) Play school / creche a) Supervisors, Teacher at a) Owner of creche / play
pre school creche, play school school etc.
b) Schools, colleges
b) Caring of children
c) Conducting tution at home
d) Short term classes
VIII) Social welfare • Social service • Advisor

and consumer
training • Research Assistant • Running NGO
• Consumer protection
• Services in savings
The school level courses in Home Science gives you basic knowledge in subject. In order to
get ready for job you need to do study advanced courses offered by number of universities.

1) List out the employment opportunities in the five specialization areas of Home Science.
2) Give examples of home based self employment opportunities in the area of Home
Science.
Key Points
• Home Science teaches everything concerned with home.
• Home Science is useful for both men and women.
• Home Science need to be studied as formal education.
• Home Science means the art of utilising resources and the science of achieving healthier,
happier family and a successful career.
• Home Science has five basic component areas. They are,
(1) Food and nutrition 2) Resource management (3) Textile and clothing
(4) Human development (5) Extension of information and education.
• Home Science provides employment opportunities.
Practice for learning outcomes

1) What is Home Science?
2) What is the difference between wage employment and self employment?
3) Discuss the relevance of Home Science in your day to day life with suitable examples.
4) List out the different component areas of Home Science.
5) Explain various employment opportunities in the area of Home Science.
6) Home Science is integration of Science and Art Explain with suitable example.
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UNIT -II
UNIT-II
Chapter
2 Food and it's

Nutrients
'Eat to live, not live to eat' is a saying by our elders. Food forms the integral part of our life.
Food has physical and social impact on us.
Now you make a table of what you ate yesterday.
Breakfast Lunch Snacks Dinner
• Did you have the same or different food items at all the four times of the day?
• What are the benefits and drawbacks of taking same food items daily?
• What are the nutrients present in the food you take?
• What diseases may occur if nutritious food is not taken?
• How can you say the food that you are eating is healthy?
• Presently, are you following any healthy eating habits? or planning to follow any?
Learning Outcomes
The learner...
♦ Identifies the relationship between food and healthy living.

♦ Explains nutrients in food, importance of fibre and water in diet, causes and symptoms
of deficiency diseases.
♦ Gives examples for the source of food for carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and
minerals.
♦ Applies the knowledge and takes balanced diet in their daily life.
2.1 Food and its importance for healthy living
Food satisfies our hunger and also provides energy for day to day living. Human body is
made up of billions of cells. The energy needed for these cells to grow, formation of new cells,
body tissue repair and to run body functions smoothly, is derived from the food.
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Influence of food on us :
A) Energy : We do many activities like walking, playing, sitting, talking. For all these we
need energy. Even while sleep body functions will be going on so we need energy all
the times we get this energy from the food we take.
B) Growth and repair of tissues : You might have heard this 'you were so small, you seem
to have grown up so soon'. New cells are added to help the body to grow in size and
also to replace the dead and damaged cells. Therefore, food helps not only in growth
but also in the repair of tissues.
C) Strength to fight against diseases : You may have heard about immunity boosting
foods. For example we should take, Citrus fruits for Vitamin C, Almond and Sunflower
seeds for Vitamin E. Many food materials have properties to fight against diseases.
Eating a variety of food items gives us immunity and strength to fight against diseases.
D) Food-Social impact : Wherever there is a gathering there is food, be it a function,
friends or relatives get together. We usually offer food or a drink when guests come to
our house. We take special care in cooking and serving food on special occasions. So
we can say food reflects our social sense and promotes a sense of community.
E) Food-Psychological impact : Your mother feels satisfied when she feeds you with your
favourite dish. You feel happy when your father brings your favourite food item. Food
satisfies our mental happiness.
Sometimes we feel satisfied when we eat a food item in a hotel. When we go outside
places we crave for our local food. We feel extremely satisfied when we return and eat
our normal food. Familiar food items make us feel secure. Similarly a baby gets emotional
security while being breastfed.
You offer your friends/relatives any food or invite for lunch, they are a token of friendship
and attention. Eating and sharing of food with family promotes feeling of love, affection
and emotional security.
2.2 Nutrition and Nutrients

Though food satisfies our physical, social and psychological needs, the main purpose of
taking in food is to make our body function properly.
Nutrition is the study of taking in food, its digestion, absorption and letting out unwanted
material. Food has complex chemical substances in it. Human body cannot use them directly.
They have to be broken down into simpler substances so that they can be absorbed and utilised to
give energy. This is called as digestion.
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The complex chemical substances present in food are called nutrients. They are :
• Carbohydrates • Proteins
• Fats • Vitamins
• Mineral salts • Water
Carbohydrates, proteins and fats are needed in larger amounts, so they are called
macronutrients. Vitamins and minerals are required in very small amounts, so they are called
micronutrients. We shall learn about nutrients in detail.
2.2.1 Carbohydrates- Energy giving food

• What did you have in breakfast
today?
If you had idli with chutney, then you
ate carbohydrates and proteins.
Yes, rice, wheat, jowar, potato, sugar
etc have carbohydrates.
Functions of Carbohydrates Sources
• Gives energy and feeling of fullness. • Carbohydrate sources : cereals like

• Increases the bulk of our food. wheat, rice, bajra, maize, potatos, sweet
potatos, colacasia etc.
• Helps to make the food tasty.
• Sugar sources : sugar, honey, jaggery,
sweets, jam, murraba etc.
Carbohydrates are present in simple sugar and complex sugars. Glucose is the simplest form
of sugar, it get oxidised in our cells to give energy. Fructose is another simple sugar seen in fruits
and honey. In table sugar sucrose, in milk lactose and in germinating seeds maltose are present.
Plants produce glucose molecules by photosynthesis, many glucose molecules combine to

form complex carbohydrate called starch. In potatoes, rice, wheat, sweet potatos, starch is present.
In the digestive system starch is broken into glucose.
In plants cells, the cell wall is made of carbohydrates called cellulose. Actually our body
cannot digest cellulose. This indigestible carbohydrate is called fibre.

One gram of carbohydrates give 4 Kilo calories of energy. An adult person needs 400-
420 grams of carbohydrates per day.
2.2.2 Proteins
If you are taking milk, meat, fish, eggs,
pulses, curd, cheese, legumes etc, you are
taking proteins. Proteins are needed for
muscle building and repairing of cells and
tissues. Almost half the proteins in our
body are in the muscle and the rest of it is
in bones, cartilage, and skin.
We obtain proteins from both animal
and plant food sources. One gram of
protein gives 4KCal of energy. An adult
needs, 1gm of protein per 1 kilogram of body protein. For example if a person weighs 45 kg, then
his protein requirement would be approximately 45 gm /day.
Functions of Proteins Sources
• Needed for forming of new cells in the body. • Animal sources:

• Repairing old and damaged cells. Meat, eggs, fish, poultry, milk, curd,
cheese etc.
• Healing of wounds.
• Plant sources:
• Needed in formation of blood, enzymes and All cereals, pulses, peas, soyabean, nuts
hormones. etc.
At a growing age, that is in infants, childhood and adolescents, taking enough protein is
important otherwise growth can be slowed. Vegetarians who do not eat meat may compensate
protein need by taking cereals, millets and pulses.
2.2.3 Fats
If you are eating ghee, fried foods, chocolates, you are taking fats.
One gram of fat gives 9 K. Cal of energy. Although fats give more energy than carbohydrates,
we have to take a little amount of fat. An adult needs only 30gm of fat everyday. \
• According to the members in your family, approximately calculate the amount of fat
(oil, ghee) needed for your family per month.
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Functions of fats Sources
• Gives energy, Help to keep our body warm. • Animal sources:
• Help in utilization of fat soluble vitamins. Meat, eggs, fish, poultry, milk, curd,
cheese etc.
• Provide protection to delicate organs like
heart, liver and also provides padding on • Plant sources:
our skeleton and muscles by forming a layer All cereals, pulses, peas, soyabean,
on them. ground nut oil, coconut oil, vanaspathi etc.
• Makes the food tasty.
We get fats from plant and animal sources. Adults should be cautious in taking saturated fats
like cholestrol present in butter, ghee and red meat. Excess of these substances could lead to
obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and cancer.
2.2.4 Minerals
You already know that vitamins and minerals are called micronutrients.
• From which food sources do we obtain minerals?
By eating all kinds of food items you will get enough minerals. Minerals are inorganic
elements found in body fluids and tissues. Calcium (Ca) and Phosphorous (P) are present in the
body in large amounts in bones and teeth. Sodium (Na) and Pottasium (K) are also needed in
large amounts to carry electrical signals that make nerves and muscles work. Minerals sodium,
potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and sulphur which are needed in larger amounts for
our body are called macro-minerals.
Iron, iodine, zinc, copper, selenium, molybdenum, fluorine, cobalt, chromium which are
needed in less amounts are called micro-minerals.
Calcium
Functions Sources
• Helps bones to grow and become strong. Milk and its products like cheese, curd, butter
milk etc.
• Makes teeth healthy and strong.
Green leafy vegetables like spinach, fenugreek,
• Helps in clotting of blood.
curry leaves, drumstick leaves and coriander
• Helps in movement of muscles. leaves.
Iron
Dietary iron is an essential micro-nutrient needed for the formation of haemoglobin(Hb) in
red blood cells. Hb plays an important role in transport of Oxygern (O2).

The term 'haem' means 'iron' while globin refers to protein. In the adolescence period iron
requirement increases. Intake of folic acid tablets, which are supplied through Primary Health
centres and anganwadi centres, by girls and pregnant women for 110 days helps to overcome
severe anaemia. By taking green leafy vegetables like spinach, mustard leaves, fenugreek, mint
etc, whole cereals and legumes, liver, heart, kidney and egg yolk, jaggery, dates, pomegranate we
get enough iron for our body.
Iodine
You might have seen the label iodised salt on salt packet. thyroid
gland
Thyroid gland located near our neck region uses iodine to produce
thyroxin hormone. This hormone regulates the life processes thereby helps
in maintaining good health and body growth. It is difficult to get sufficient
iodine from the food, so we can get iodine from iodised salt.
Vitamins
Though vitamins are required in very small amounts in our diet, they are essential for proper
functioning of the body. Vitamins are classified into two groups.
• Fat soluble vitamins :Vitamin A, D,E and K
• Water soluble vitamins :Vitamin B complex and Vitamin C
Vitamins Functions Sources Deficiency disorders

Fat soluble vitamins
Vitamin A • For better vision Vegetables and fruits Night blindness
Retinol of yellow and red (cannot see in dim
• Keeps skin healthy
colour, milk, cheese, light) loss of vision,
• Necessary for egg yolk, butter, ghee, dry eyes, scaly skin
normal growth and liver, green leafy
development. vegetables.
• Provides resistance
to diseases.
Vitamin D Makes teeth and bones Fish oil, milk, cheese, Osteoporosis in adults
Calciferol strong with calcium butter, ghee, etc. (Bole bones disease)
(Sunshine Vitamin) and phosphorus.
Vit D is synthesised Rickets (Softening
when the body is and deformity of
exposed to sunlight. bones in children)
Vitamin E Antioxidant. Whole pulses and Infertility

Tocoferol cereals
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Vitamins Functions Sources Deficiency disorders
Vitamin K Needed in the process Green leafy Over bleeding from
Phylloquinone of blood clotting vegetables wounds.
Water soluble
vitamins
Vitamin B Complex Helps the body to use Pulses, whole grains, Anaemia
energy. cereals, wheat, rice
Keeps the digestive etc.
system healthy.
Vitamin C Keeps teeth and gums Fruits, leafy Scurvy
Ascorbic acid healthy. vegetables, potatos, (In this disease gums
sprouted grains, guava swell and bleed)
and amla. (Swelling and
bleeding of gums)
2.2.5 Dietary fibres
The indigestible carbohydrate in our body is called dietary fibre or roughage. Though it is
not digested, it helps in smooth passage of food in digestive tract. Fibre is obtained from foods of
plant origin only.
Foods rich in fibre are
• Whole wheat flour, dalia (porridge)
• Peels of fruits and vegetables like guava, apple, pineapple, banana. Whole pulses like
lentil, rajmah, bengal gram, peas and beans, carrot, cauliflower, ridge gaurd, cluster
beans, green leafy vegetables
When foods are processed there is loss of fibre, vitamins and minerals. For example : polished
rice, sieved the wheat flour.
Taking dietary fibre prevents constipation, cancer of large intestine, diabetes and obesity.
Water
Whenever we go outside for few hours, we first pack a bottle of water. Especially during hot
weather, our body sweats a lot. This results in depletion of body water. We should drink plenty of
water to replenish the loss. Body water need can also be fulfilled by fluids like buttermilk, milk,
fruit juices etc.
Though water is not a nutrient, yet it is very important to our body. Water accounts for 70% of
our body weight. A normal healthy person should drink 3-5 litres of water per day.
• Water is a constituent part of blood and other body fluids.

• It helps to digest food and takes the nutrients from the food to the different cells of our
body.
• It helps to keep our body temperature constant.
• It helps to remove the waste products from the body in the form of urine and sweat.
Check your progress.....
1) What are the essential nutrients present in our food?
2) Rani, aged 13 years is suffering from anaemia. What dietary recommendations would
you give her?
3) Mention the sources for roughages.
4) Though water is not a nutrient, why is it important for us?
2.3 Balanced diet
Now you know about the essential nutrients in our food. Balanced diet is one which contains
all the nutrients in required proportions. By taking balanced diet we can keep ourselves healthy.
Balanced diet should provide around 50-60% of total calories from carbohydrates, 10-15%
from proteins and 20-30% from fats.
MY PLATE
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The concept 'My Plate' has been designed by 'National Institute of Nutrition' (NIN). It shows
the nutrients to be included in our meal plate per day from all food groups.
Cereals - 270 gm Pulses, eggs, meat - 50 gm
Vegetables - 350 gm Nuts - 20 gm
Fruits - 150 gm Fats, oils - 27 gm
Milk / curd - 300 ml
• Pulses are substitute for eggs / fish /meat.
• Vegetables may be consumed either in cooked form or as salads.
• It's good to eat fresh fruits than fruit juices.
• Use different varieties of cooking oils.
♦ By taking 'My Plate', energy requirement of 2000 Kcal/day can be met from all
the food groups by our body.
Uses of regular consumption of foods in proportions as per the model plate
♦ improves immunity and resistance to diseases.
♦ maintains goods microbial flora (beneficial bacteria in the intestine).
♦ prevents diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular diseases.
♦ maintain appropriate alkalinity in the body and thereby reduces inflammation and
decreases chances stone formation in kidneys.
♦ prevents insulin resistance and maintains appropriate insulin sensitivity and glycemic
index.
♦ ensures adequate intake of fibre and therefore prevents constipation.
♦ prevents adverse effects of environmental pollution and toxins such as heavy metals and
pesticides by working as a detoxifying diet.
2.3.1 Malnutritional diseases
Eating food that does not have at least one or more than one nutrients in required amount is
known as malnutrition. Poor health, lack of awareness on nutritional habits, socio-economic
factors are the main reasons for malnutrition in our country. Aware of nutritious food and taking
balanced diet will prevent us from malnutritional diseases.
Let us study some common deficiency diseases.

Protein energy malnutrition
When there is deficiency of proteins and carbohydrates in the diet for long time. It is known
as Protein energy Malnutrition (PEM). This deficiency occurs mainly in children below 5 yrs
of age. In our country PEM is widely prevalent in children belonging to poor, underprivileged
communities and in villages. When the child is suffering from PEM, often
diarrhoea and other infectious diseases occur due to low body resistance
to diseases.
• Kwashiorkar disease occurs when the protein intake is deficient.
watery diarrhoea, lack of growth, pot like belly etc are the
symptoms of this disease. Kwashiorkar
• When both protein and carbohydrates are insufficient for a

prolonged period, then a disease known as Marasmus occurs.
Muscle atrophy, lack of growth are the symptoms of this disease.
Marasmus
• Obesity occurs when there is excess intake of carbohydrates in

the diet. Obesity is increasingly becoming a problem due to recent
changes in the life style and lack of physical activity.
Obsity
Vitamin A deficiency : This is fat soluble vatiamin
Vitamin A deficiency
• The early symptoms of vitamin A deficiency among children can
be recognised by identifying 'bitot spots' bitot spots
• In severe deficiency cases, serious damage occur to cornea.

• Conjunctivitis : redness, itching and watery eyes
Conjunctivitis
• Night blindness : The child cannot see in dim light. Improvement in the condition can
occur if a diet rich in vitamin A is taken.
• Untreated cases- results in corneal ulceration, keratomalacia and irreversible blindness.
• More than 40,000 children in India are becoming blind every year because of Vitamin A
deficiency. This could be easily prevented by giving awareness.
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Iron deficiency
Iron deficiency disease anaemia is another major nutritional problem in our country. It is
found in women and children in all income groups.
Major causes of anaemia in our country are :
1) Inadequate intake of dietary iron, if taken also absorption may be poor.
2) Hookworm infestation mainly found in children and adults.
3) Excessive blood loss during delivery in women.
Vitamin B-complex deficiency
Vitamin B complex and vitamin C are water soluble vitamins. So cannot be stored easily and
get excreted through urine. These are intolerant to heat, so are easily destroyed during healing,
drying, cooking and food processing.
Common symptoms of Vitamin B complex deficiency are sore mouth, sore tongue and cuts at
the angles of mouth. In some people symptoms like diarrhea and dysentery may also occur. In
some loss of appetite and difficulty in digesting food may be seen. Beri Beri disease occurs when
people eat polished rice. Consumption of brown rice instead of white rice prevents the occurrence
of this disease.
Vitamin C deficiency
Absence of fresh fruits and vegetables in our diet often
leads to Vitamin C deficiency disease called Scurvy. In this
disease gums, bones and teeth become weak. Gums swell
up and start bleeding. Wounds also do not heal quickly. The
only solution is to include fresh fruits and vegetables in our
diet on a regular basis. Scurvy
Iodine deficiency
Iodine is very essential for the proper functioning of the body. Deficiency
of Iodine leads to a number of disorders like goitre, hypothyroidism,
cretinism, mental retardation and deaf mutism.
Goitre is generally seen among adolescents, young adults and children.
Females are more affected than males. A severe deficiency of Iodine during
pregnancy may lead to cretinism (severe mental retardation) in infants.
The only solution to this problem is to eat iodized salt. For this reason
our government has banned the use of non iodized salt. Store iodised salt in
air tight containers and cook salted food in a closed vessel to prevent loss Goitre
of Iodine.
Calcium deficiency
Without adequate calcium and vitamin D bone forms poorly in children and in older people
bones become brittle. As age, progress, they are at risk for a disease called Osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis occurs mostly in women after the age of 50.
Pregnant woman need additional calcium to support the growth of foetus. Gain in skeletal
weight is more in the age of adolescence. So in adolescence age Calcium need is more. Girls
need 200mg/day and boys need 300mg/day. Physical activity and exposure to sun light which
provides vitamin D is essential for bone strength in the body.
2.3.2 Why should we eat variety of food?

Now you know the different nutrients, the functions they perform in our body, what happens
when these nutrients are missing in our diet.
So what should we do to remain healthy?
We should eat food which provide all the nutrients. There is no single food variety which
gives all the nutrients. Therefore you must eat varieties of food items so that our body get all the
nutrients in the required amount and we do not suffer from deficiency diseases.
2.3.3 Relationship between nutrition and health

Knowledge on nutrition helps us to know about different types food items to be taken in the
diet and their uses in order to maintain good health. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has
defined health as "the state of complete physical, mental and social well being but not just the
absence of disease". Hence to be healthy in the real sense, one must have not only physical
wellness but also have a proper mental and social outlook.
1) What is a balanced diet?
2) Explain the malnutritional diseases.
3) Mention Vitamin ' A' deficiency diseases.
4) Why should we eat variety of food items?
5) Mention the food sources of calcium.
Key Points
• Food influences us physically, socially and psychologically.
• Carbohydrates, proteins and fats are needed in larger amounts for our body, so they are
called as macronutrients.
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• Vitamins and minerals are required in very small amounts for our body, so they are called as
micronutrients.
• Calcium is needed for formation and strengthening of bones and teeth and also helps in
clotting of blood.
• Iron is needed for formation of haemoglobin (Hb). Hb plays an important role in transport of
O2.
• Iodine deficiency leads to hypothyroidism and goitre.
• Fat soluble vitamins are A, D, E and K. Water soluble vitamins are vitamin B complex
and C.
• Water accounts for 70% of our body weight.
• Balanced diet is one which provides all the nutrients in proper proportions.

1) What is malnutrition?
2) Your friend Ramu's gums swelled up and are bleeding. What may be his problem. What
suggestions would you give him regarding food intake?
3) What are macronutrients and micronutrients?
4) How are proteins useful to our body? Mention the food sources of them.
5) Explain how food influences us in different aspects.
6) Explain water soluble vitamins, their sources, functions and deficiency disorders.
7) The carbohydrate that cannot be digested by us. ( )
A) Glucose B) Starch C) Cellulose D) Fructose
8) Deficiency of dietary iron causes. ( )
A) Anaemia B) Cretinism C) Goitre D) Rickets
9) Match the following :
i) Vitamin A ( ) a) Calciferol
ii) Vitamin E ( ) b) Retinol
iii) Vitamin D ( ) c) Phylloquinone
iv) Vitamin C ( ) d) Tocoferol
v) Vitamin K ( ) e) Ascorbic acid

UNIT -II
UNIT-II
Chapter
3 Food Groups
• Observe your meal plate, how many colours do you see in the plate?
It is recommended by nutritionists that all the rainbow colours should be in our plate, that
means our plate should include fruits, vegetables, pulses, dairy products and rice.
You have already learned about essential nutrients needed for our body and about balanced
diet.
No single food item has all the nutrients. For example if you eat rice with dal, rice is rich in
carbohydrates and dal in proteins. If you won't include leafy vegetables and fruits you will be
missing dietary fibre and some of the vitamins and minerals. So it is necessary to select different
food items so that our body gets all the nutrients it requires.
• What is a healthy diet?
• What are food groups?
• How to plan for a family meal?
You will learn more about the above concepts in this lesson.
Learning Outcomes
The learner...
♦ Identifies food groups in which different nutrients are present.
♦ Explains about five food group systems.

♦ Classifies food sources into correct food groups.
♦ Plans family meals according to the health needs of members in the family.
♦ Consumes food items belonging to all food groups in their daily life.
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3.1 Food Groups
Complete the table
Food item Nutrients Function
Roti, rice
Dal, egg, fish Proteins
Fruits, vegetables Protective food
From the above table, you can see that based on function items, foods are broadly divided
into three groups. Again in each group several types of food items are
there.
If we include food items from all food groups in our diet, we can
obtained all the nutrients. If we do not include food items from any
food group, our health damages like, three legged stool falls down
even if one leg is broken.
Variety in food is not only the spice of life but also the essence
of nutrition and health. Now we shall learn about the widely known
five food group system.
Food groups Food Sources Nutrients present
Cereals, grain and their rice, wheat, Ragi, Bajra, maize, carbohydrates, proteins,
products Jowar, Barley, wheat flour etc. vitamin B complex, iron, fibre
Pulses and legumes bengal gram, black gram, green proteins, carbohydrates,
gram, red gram, peas, rajma, vitamin B complex, iron, fibre
soya bean, soya nuggets etc.
Milk, egg and meat and their milk, curd, paneer, cheese, proteins, fats, vitamin B
products buttermilk. complex, calcium, vitamin A
meat, chicken, liver, fish, eggs protein, fat

Fruits and vegetables fruits such as mango, guava, vitamin A, Vitamin C,
orange, papaya, banana, apple. Fibre
vegetables such as carrot,
pumpkin, tomato etc.
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Food groups Food Sources Nutrients present
green leafy vegetables like vitamin A,

amaranthus, spinach, coriander calcium, iron, fibre
leaves, fenugreek leaves,
drumstick leaves
fruits like Amla and
pomegranate.
some more vegetables like carbohydrates and fibre

brinjal, ladiesfinger, capsicum,
beans, onion, drumstick,
cauliflower, potato etc.
Fats and sugar fats: butter, ghee, groundnut oil, carbohydrates ,fats
mustard oil, coconut oil.
sugars: sugar, jaggery, honey carbohydrates

3.2 The food group system
If we substitute one food item for the other in the same group, we will get almost the same
food nutrients. So it will be beneficial if we learn more about each food group.
3.2.1 Cereals
Rice Wheat Rage Bajra
Cereals like rice, wheat,
maize, jowar form the main
component of our diet.
Generally rice, wheat,
maize, sorghum form staple food
in many states in our country.
Cereals are rich in
carbohydrates. They also have
Maize Jowar Barley
iron, vitamin B complex,
proteins, Vitamin E, fibres and traces of minerals.
Whole cereals contain a good amount of fibre. Fibre does not give energy but add weight to
the food and helps in movement of food through the digestive tract in our body. So it is good to eat
whole grains which means less polished or unpolished like brown rice .If it is polished the upper
layer is lost so fibre and some nutrients are also lost. eg. maida flour.
Consuming whole grains reduces the risk of heart diseases, diabetes type-2, prevents
constipation and maintains a healthy digestive system.
We commonly take combination of cereals with pulses. eg. idli with sambar, dal with khichidi.
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3.2.2 PULSES
Pulses are the seeds produced by the
Black gram Chick peas Green gram
leguminous plants. Pulses are actually the
seeds in the pod which are dried for
consuming. Pulses are important sources of
protein.
The pulses have advantage over animal
protein food of being inexpensive and
versatile in cooking. They are rich in protein
and have fibre and vitamin B, vitamin E,
Rajma Cow peas Pigeon peas calcium, phosphorus, potassium and iron.
They have low glycemic index, that is they
are slowly absorbed into the blood, blood sugar level doesnot increase rapidly. It is good diet for
diabetic people.
Most of the grains and peas like bengal gram, black gram, red gram, green gram, rajma form
a part in daily diet in our country. Soya beans are also rich in proteins. Soya chunks and soya milk
are also good. Sambhar, dal fry, dal makhani, khichidi are popular Indian dishes. Green gram
(moong dal) can be given to small babies as they are easily digestible. Chole chick peas and
green peas are also very popular.
3.2.3 MILK, EGGS, MEAT AND THEIR PRODUCTS :

Milk is the first food for humans. Milk is obtained from different sources such as buffaloes,
cows, goats, camel etc.
Milk helps in formation of bone and teeth, prevents cardiac diseases, for growth, boosting
immunity, protecting eyesight.
Milk is rich in high quality protein and an excellent source of vitamins and minerals such as
calcium, vitamin B12, and riboflavin, and also fats. Milk contains 3.4% of fat. It decreases risk of
osteoporosis and reduces blood pressure. The Sugar present in milk is lactose. Some people are
intolerant to lactose so they are allergic to milk. They have the option to have lactose free milk.
Milk products like curd, paneer, cheese also contain all the nutrients.
3.2.4 Eggs :
Eggs are an excellent source of protein. Both egg white and yolk have protein. It is better to
consume both.
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Eggs contain HDL (good - High Density Lipoprotein), Cholesterol which reduces the risk of
many diseases. Eggs are highly nutritious and healthy food. There are a number of important
nutrients in it including vitamin A, B2, B5, B6, B12, D, E and K as well as folate, phosphate,
selenium, calcium and zinc. All of these are contained within just one boiled egg, which also
contain 6gm of protein as well as 5gm of healthy fats.
The egg white contains more than half the egg's total protein. Yolk contains all the fat of the
egg, some proteins, and fat soluble vitamins A, D and E. Egg yolk is one of the few foods,
naturally having vitamin D.
Eating eggs is good for eyes. Eggs have choline. Choline helps in growth and maintenance of
cells. They have high levels of Omega 3 fatty acids. These are good for heart health.
3.2.5 Meat
Meat ranks among one of the favoured food items of the
people doing more manual work, which aids in fulfilling most
of their body requirements. It is a good source of proteins,
zinc, iron, selenium and phosphorous and vitamin A and B
complex. Meat products include meat, chicken and fish.
Meat Fish
3.2.6 Fruits and vegetables
Fruits and vegetables are rich sources of
micronutrients like iron, calcium, vitamin C, folate and
B complex vitamin. They also contain fibre and
macronutrients.
Fresh fruits and vegetables
Fresh fruits are nutritionally superior to fruit juices.
Vegetables can be included in our meals in the form of curry, soups, can be mixed with curd,
added to pulse to make dal and with rice. They can also be taken raw as salads.
We learnt that meal plate should have rainbow colours i.e., different varieties of vegetables,
fruits add colour to your plate. β-carotene rich foods like dark green, yellow and orange coloured
vegetables and fruits protect from vitamin A deficiency. Vitamin C is abundantly available in
fresh amla, citrus fruits, guava, banana and certain vegetables such as tomatoes.
Green leafy vegetables, legumes, nuts and liver are good source of folic acid. They reduce
the risk of anaemia. Vegetables like colocasia, potato, sweet potato and fruits like banana, avocado,
pear have good amount of carbohydrates. Vegetables and fruits have dietary fibre which are
important for bowel movement, to reduce chronic constipation, hemorrhoids, coronary heart
diseases, diabetes and obesity.
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• Which vegetables and fruits should be consumed?
We should consume fresh, locally available and preferably seasonal vegetables and fruits.
No single fruit or vegetable have all the nutrients, Hence we have to eat fruits of different colours.
• How to prevent loss of nutrients during cooking?
Vitamins are lost during washing of cut vegetables. So we should wash vegetables before
cutting and also cut them into large pieces. Over cooking leads to destruction of vitamin C.
Indian council of medical research (ICMR) recommended that an individual should consume
300-350 gm of vegetables per day.
3.2.7 Fats and sugars
Fats fulfill our belly and induce satisfaction. Excessive fat in the diet increases the risk of
obesity, heart diseases and cancer. So take just enough fat. Use of reheated fats and oils should be
avoided. Minimize consumption of ready to eat fast foods, bakery foods and processed ready
made foods prepared in hydrogenated fat.
Cooking oils (liquids) and solid fats together are referred to as fats. Fats increase the taste of
the food. For growth of young children high calorie diets are required, this is achieved by inclusion
of adequate amount of fats in their diet.
1) What are the food substances useful for the growth of the body?
2) Mention the health benefits of milk.
3) Mention the food sources for Vitamin C.
3.3 Food exchange
Now after learning in detail about each food group, we can see that, if we substitute one food
for the other in the same group, we will get almost the same nutrients. This is called food exchange.
For example vegetarians can eat pulses instead of eggs and meat. We can eat locally grown guava
instead of costly apple.
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3.4 Pyramid of food groups
Fats, Oils and Sugar

Energy giving food
(Use very little)
Meat, Poultry, Nuts,

Body building food
Pulses, Milk
Vegetables,
Protection
Fruits
Food
Cereals,
Bread, Rice,
Energy Chapathi
giving food
Food Pyramid
Pyramid of food groups clearly indicates that we should consume food from each of the five
food groups to ensure good health. This also tells us to include food items which are at the top of
the food pyramid such as fats and sugars in less quantity as compared to cereals and pulses which
are at the bottom of the pyramid. Use of the food pyramid not only ensures good health but also
helps in planning a balanced diet and facilitates selection of alternate foods.
3.5 Balanced diet

In a meal, if we include food items from all the five food groups then our body will be able to
get all the nutrients collectively, such a meal is called a balanced diet.
Observe your family meals using the food pyramid to find out whether your meals are balanced
or not. Do you realise how much effort your parents make to serve balanced meals to the family?
For every meal they plan, purchase, prepare and cook, they try to include all kinds of food items.
3.6 Meal planning

Meal planning is the simple act of taking some time to plan your meals for a week/day. Plan
for yourself and plan for your family.
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Meal planning requires food management skills such as,
• skills to initiate variety in food by using nutritious, locally available, fresh, seasonable
and affordable food.
• knowledge to fulfill the nutritional needs and requirements of all the family members.
• ability to use underutilized foods such as leaves of root vegetables like carrot, radish,
turnip and beetroot.
• ability to creatively use leftover food items in the kitchen.
• sensitivity to include dishes according to likes and needs of every family member.
• planning, problem solving and decision making to save time, energy and money to serve
balanced meals.
3.6.1 Factors affecting meal planning
i) Age : Nutritional requirements vary with age. So the type of food its quantity and
quality also change.
ii) Seasonal availability : Seasonal food items are fresh, nutritious, less expensive and
easily available than the off-season food items. Therefore seasonal food should be
preferred while planning meals.
iii) Weather : In winter season we like to eat energy rich food and also food that help us to
maintain body temperature. In summer we would like to eat food that give coolness to
the body, so we should select food according to the weather.
iv) Occupation : Some people like labourers, sports persons and farmers do more manual
work as compared to people like businessmen, shopkeepers, so they require more
carbohydrates and proteins. We must consider the nature of occupation of each family
member while planning meals.
v) Physiological needs : While planning a meal, physiological needs of individual family
member should be kept in mind. Eg. Pregnant and lactating mothers require more nutrients,
a growing adolescence needs more protein and energy rich food, an old person needs a
diet which is light and easy to digest.
vi) Economic considerations : Income of the family has a direct impact on meal planning.
The amount of money available influences our choice of food quantity and quality in a
meal.
Do you know there are many ways in which one can plan balanced meal without increasing
the budget? For example use the less expensive nuts such as groundnuts instead of
cashew nuts and almonds, soya nuggets instead of paneer and eating guava instead of an
orange.
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3.7 Family meals
After learning about various factors affecting meal
planning, now you can certainly list the factors affecting
the meal planning of your family. However the most
important point is that everyone needs a balanced meal
which contains all the essential nutrients that are required
by the body, that is proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins
A, B, C, D, E, K, iron, calcium and Iodine. So while
planning a meal for your family, you will have to make
sure that every meal has all essential nutrients in it. You
can include one food item from each of the five food
groups in every meal. Take an example of a sample menu
for Saritha and Lalita who are girls of same age.
S.No. Five food groups Meal 1 (Sarita) Meal 2 (Lalita)
1 Cereals Chapati Rice
2 Pulses red lentil red gram
3 Milk, eggs, and flesh foods paneer curry chicken curry
4 Fruits and vegetables potato and beans curry potato and peas curry
tomato and cucumber salad tomato and cucumber salad
guava orange
5 Oil, ghee and sugar used for cooking used for cooking
Like this you can plan meal every day for your family. this is called as family meal or the
thali meal.
3.8 Food adulteration

Salt... pulses... milk... flour every item is being adulterated now-a-days. For their financial
benefit merchants are aduterating the food items. Adding cheaper, sub-standard, inedible substances
to the food items is called 'food adulteration'.
Food item Aduterant substance
Cereals husk, stones, inferior quality grains, insect infested grains, colours
Pulses kesari dal, inferior quality grains, insect infested grains, metanil
yellow dye
Milk starch, water, milk of other animals, urea, soap, surf
Cooking oils argemone oil, artificial colours
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Food item Aduterant substance
Turmeric 'metanil yellow dye'

Coriander powder powdered cow dung and horse dung, starch, saw dust
Black pepper dried papaya seeds
Wheat flour husk
Chilli powder artificial colour, saw dust, brick powder
Honey sugar, jaggery syrup

Vegetables green colour
Sugar suji, chalk powder
Ghee suji, dalda
Consumers health is damaged very much by taking this type of adulterated food. At this point
consumers should have knowledge of adulterated and unadulterated food. For this we can follow
some suggestions given by 'The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India' (FSSAI).
Artificial colours in cereals
Take two spoons of cereals in a glass of water and mix. If colours are added to grains, the
water gets coloured.
Water in milk
By using 'lactometer', milk quality can be known. Another method is, put 2 to 3 drops an
smooth inclined surface, pure milk slip down slowly on the surface making a white mark. If water
is added to the milk, they slip down fast without making a mark.
Soap in milk
Take 5-10 ml of milk in a bottle. Add same amount of water and shake vigorously. If soap is
added to milk, we can see the dense foam.
Starch is milk
Add iodine to the boiled and cooled milk. If blue colour is seen, it indicates starch is added.
Saw dust in chilli powder
Add chilli powder to a glass of water. Pure chilli powder sinks to the bottom, saw dust floats
on teh water.
Activity-1
Take any five food items such as pulses, black pepper, milk, coriander powder, ghee and test
if they are adulterated or not. Record your observations in a tabular form.
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Key Points
• The five food groups are Cereals, grains and their products; Pulses and legumes; Milk, eggs,
meat and their products; Fruits and vegetables and Fats and sugars.
• Cereals like rice, wheat, maize, jowar form the main component of our diet.
• Pulses are the seeds produced by the leguminous plants.
• Eggs are an excellent source of protein.
• Milk is rich in protein, calcium, vitamin B12, riboflavin and also contains fats.
• Fruits and vegetables are rich source of micronutrients like iron, calcium, vitamin C, folate
and B complex vitamin. They also contain fibre and some macronutrients.
• Vitamin C is abundantly available in citrus fruits, banana, tomatos.
• If we substitute one food item for the other in the same food group, we will be able to get
almost the same nutrients. This is called "food exchange".
• In a meal, if we include food items from all the five food groups then our body will be able to
get all the nutrients collectively, such a meal is called "balanced diet".
• Adding cheaper, sub-standard, inedible substances to the food items is called "food
adulteration".

1) Name the five food groups.
2) Write the food sources for cereals, grains and their products.
3) 'Egg is the wholesome food' - Justify the statement.
4) Explain adulteration of any two food items.
5) Explain the factors affecting meal planning.
6) Make a family meal plan for one vegetarian family and one non-vegetarian family for a
week.
i) Wheat ( ) a) fats
ii) Red gram ( ) b) protective food
iii) Ghee ( ) c) more fibre
iv) Fruits ( ) d) cereals
v) Brown rice ( ) e) proteins
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UNIT -II
UNIT-II
Chapter
4 Methods of
Cooking Food
What type of food was eaten by ancient man? Raw meat, tubers etc. eaten by human. Process
of cooking food had been done by human after discovery of fire. Accidentally cooking had been
started by early human and they liked it. Now we are following various ways of cooking food.
Till now we are eating raw food items like sweet potatos, carrot, tomato, cucumber, maize and
fruits but some food items like wheat, rice, potatos, eggs, pulses can be eaten only after cooking.
Cooked food taste better when compared to raw food. We are using different methods of cooking
i.e. roasting, boiling, frying, steaming etc. Let us learn why should we cook food and some
cooking methods in this chapter.
• What will happen if food is cooked?
• Which nutrients are lost while cooking food?
• How to enhance nutritive value of food?
Learning Outcomes
The learner...
♦ Explains the importance of cooking food.

♦ Classifies the methods of cooking based on the usage of water or oil.
♦ Identifies the changes in cooked food and raw food.
♦ Describes the different cooking methods in moist heat, dry heat and frying.
♦ Applies the knowledge of cooking food without loosing nutrients in their daily life.
♦ Gives reasons for cooking the food.
♦ Illustrates with examples for enhancing the nutritive value of food.
4.1 Importance of cooking food
Why do we cook food?
• People cook food for different reasons while it is better to eat some food as raw such as
fruits and vegetables, there are some advantages ofo cooking food. The reasons for
cooking the food are :
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• Taste increases - Raw wheat flour do not give any taste but if we make a cake or poori,
it will be tastier than row flour.
• Cooked food is soft and easily digested.
• Change occur in form, smell, taste and texture of food after cooking. For example Raw
potatos does not taste but when potatos are fried or made into chips, they are tastier to
eat.
• Showing diversity in food - By using raw chicken we can make different varieties of
dishes like chicken65, chicken biryani, chicken pakodi, chicken curry, tandoori chicken,
chicken fry, chicken rolls etc.
• Shelf life of food items will be increased by cooking. Fish curry will be fresh for 2 to 3
days, if we make a pickle with fish it will be fresh for many days.
• Safety ensured - by cooking food germs will be killed. By heating milk, microbes present
in it are killed. Milk has leprosy bacteria, by heating bacteria will be killed. Non -
vegetarian food items also contain lot of microbes. To avoid invasion of those microbe
into our body we have to cook them properly.
We have learnt that there are so many benefits by cooking food, then how to cook food?
Does one method or different methods are required to cook different varieties of food?
4.2 Methods of cooking food
What are the methods followed at your home to cook food?
Based on the water content present in food items and the taste we want from the food, we
have different methods of cooking food.
Methods of cooking food
i) Cooking by moist heat: Process of cooking food by adding more or less water. Boiling,
pressure cooking, simmering, steaming etc. are the methods of moist heat cooking.
ii) Cooking by dry heat: Process of cooking food by adding hot air roasting, grilling,
baking etc.
iii) Frying in oil or ghee: Process of cooking food by adding oil or ghee. Deep frying,
shallow frying, pan frying etc.
iv) Microwave cooking.
v) Solar cooking.
4.2.1 Cooking by moist heat
In moist heat cooking method, liquid or steam is used to cook the food. Flavoured liquids,
such as milk, coconut milk or wine, can be used in this method.
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i) Boiling : How do you cook bengalgram at your home?
Boiling is the method of cooking food in boiling water or other water-based liquids
such as milk. Food items submerged in water. For example red gram, horse gram, eggs,
rice, potato.
Precautions to be taken while boiling the food item :
♦ Wash the food items before boiling.

♦ First boil the water and then add food to the water.
♦ Do not take excess water for boiling the food add adequate amount of water to
cook, otherwise nutrients will be lost from food ex: Rice.
♦ Cover the vessel with a fixed lid and make sure there should not be any gap in
between vessel and lid.
♦ Avoid cooking food longer time, leads to loss of nutrients.

Advantages :
♦ Healthy method of cooking as no char formation.

♦ Food becomes soft and digestible.
♦ This method of cooking requires less oil or no oil so, it is healthy food.
Disadvantages :
♦ Most of the water-soluble vitamins such as vitamin C and B-group vitamins are
lost.
ii) Simmering : Naturally vegetables and meat has water. Cook these food items at boiling
temparature and later add less amount of water to the food. After few minutes of cooking
gravy formed in the curry. We can eat that gravy. It will be tastier.
Have you ever observed at your home, while cooking ladiesfinger gravy and chicken
gravy?
Do you know?
Water soluble nutrients present in food dissolve in water in which the food is being
boiled. If you throw this water, nutrients will be lost. What can you do with this water? You
can use this nutrient rich water to make soup or gravy for other vegetables. The leftout water
after boiling rice, horsegram, beans, redgram etc contains many useful nutrients. So, that can
not be discarded.

Advantages :
♦ In stewing, gravy and food item tastes good.
♦ The nutrients are also conserved better.
Disadvantages :
♦ Food takes longer time to cook.
iii) Steaming : Do you know how to cook idli or kudumulu?
It is a method of cooking food in steam generated
vigorously from boiling water in a pan. The food to be
steamed is placed in a container and is not in direct contact
with the water or liquid. Idli, kudumulu are made by
steaming. Vegetables can also be steamed.
Advantages :
♦ Steaming shortens the duration of cooking.
♦ Helps to conserve nutritive value, colour, flavour and palatability of food.
iv) Pressure Cooking : Have ever seen a pressure cooker? Which food items can be
cooked in that?
Pressure cooking is a process of cooking in a special utensil which allows cooking with
a lot of steam under pressure. Pressure cookers are made of steel or from a mixture of
aluminium and other metals and can withstand high pressure. The steam produced is
trapped inside the cooker, thus increasing the pressure and temperature above 100°C.
Rice, pulses, meat, potatos, roots, beans, and peas are cooked well in a pressure cooker
in the shortest possible time.
Advantages :
♦ Pressure cooking kills all bacteria and hence the food is safe and hygienic to eat.
This also saves the fuel.
♦ Several food items can be cooked together in the pressure cooker by using
separators.
Disadvantages :
♦ Food is cooked for very long, it losses its texture and may even burn.
Can we cook food without adding water?
Do you know how to make bread or cake?
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4.2.2 Cooking by dry heat
In this method food items are cooked by dry heat which is usually hot air.
i) Baking :
In this method, the food gets cooked in an oven or oven like appliance by dry heat. The
temperature range maintained in an oven is 120 ºC - 260 ºC. The oven has to be heated
slightly more than required temperature before placing the food in it. Foods prepared by
baking are biscuits, pizzas, buns, bread and cakes.
Advantages :
♦ Food cooked using this method adds a variety to the texture in our plate.
♦ Foods become soft, light and fluffy. Eg. cakes, bread.
ii) Roasting :
This method of cooking food by dry heat is roasting. While roasting, the food is kept
directly on a hot tava or girdle or sand or fire and cooked. Eg. Groundnuts, tubers,
brinjal, maize, chicken, fish etc.
Advantages :
♦ It improves the appearance, colour, flavour and texture of the food.
♦ Spices are easily powdered if they are first roasted.
Disadvantages :
♦ It is a relatively slow method of cooking. Roasted food sometimes become too dry,
therefore, it may be served with a chutney or sauce.
♦ Roasting denatures proteins.
iii) Grilling :
Grilling is cooking over a glowing fire and uses more indirect heat and is slower than
roasting. The food is supported on an iron grid over the fire, or between electrically
heated grill bars. The grill bars are brushed with oil to prevent food sticking and can be
heated by charcoal, gas or electricity. Chicken, potato and fish etc. can be grilled.
Do you know?
Bamboo Chicken : Do you know how to cook bamboo chicken? Take fresh chicken pieces
add masala mix to it. Keep it aside for a while. Take one bamboo stick. Clean it properly and
place a banana leaf inside bamboo stick. Keep chicken mix in bamboo stick. Cook on fire for
half an hour. It would be cooked after half an hour. It will be tastier.

Advantages :
♦ Grilling gives nice flavour to the food.
♦ You can prepare a variety of dishes using this method.
Disadvantages :
♦ Constant attention is required to prevent charring.
4.2.3 Frying in oil / Ghee
i) Frying :
In this method, the food to be cooked is brought into contact with a large amount of hot
fat. Frying is of two types namely deep frying and shallow frying. When food is totally
immersed in hot oil, it is called deep frying. Samosa, chips, pakoda are examples of
deep frying. In shallow frying, only a little oil is used, and the food is become brown on
both the sides. Eg. Omelette, paratha.
Advantages :
♦ The calorific value of fried food is more, because oil is used as the cooking media.
♦ Frying lends a delicious flavour and attractive appearance to food.
♦ Taste and shelf life are improved
Disadvantages :
♦ Fried food especially deep-fried food is difficult to digest and has high calorific
value.
♦ Excessive consumption of fried foods items is not good for health.
♦ Can be a risk factor to develop lifestyle diseases like acidity, ulcers, obesity etc.
ii) Pan frying :
Pan frying is probably the most used technique in home cooking. The food item is fried
in little oil, till it become brownish. Eg: egg fry, potato fry, bread etc…
4.2.4 Microwave cooking
In this method food is cooked by microwave radiation.
Water molecules in the food vibrate rapidly due to
microwaves. The heat generated in this process cooks
the food. Nearly all types of food items can be cooked
int his method.
Advantages :
♦ Cooking time is reduced significantly as compared to other methods of cooking.
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4.2.5 Solar cooking
A solar cooker is a device that changes the light energy of the sun to heat energy to cook
food. There are three main types of solar cooker:
1. Panel-type solar 2. Parabolic solar 3.Box type solar

cooker cooker cooker
Advantages :
♦ A solar cooker does not produce smoke and it has low cost.
♦ Solar cooking can be successfully done in many parts of India.
Disadvantages :
♦ Solar cooker is used outdoors and works only when there is plenty of sunshine.
♦ Cannot be used in the absence of sunlight in rainy seasons, late evenings and nights.
To understand the importance of cooking food, do this activity.
Shelf life
Texture
Raw food Taste after when Method of
Food item after Smell
taste cooking compared to cooking
cooking
raw
Potato
Cauliflower
Rice
Wheat flour
Brinjal
Egg

1) Which method of cooking is good to make samosa, vada and chips?
2) How do we cook food without using water?

4.3 Loss of nutrients during cooking
• Is there any change in nutritive value of food before and after cooking?
Food can lose its nutritive value in the process of cooking. Correct method of preparation
and storage must be used to preserve nutrients. Let us understand how these losses occur.
i) Vitamin A : It gets oxidized when it reacts with oxygen present in the air and gets
destroyed. Cooking at high temperature in an open pan results in food coming in contact
with oxygen for a long period of time and this brings about reduction in vitamin A
content. You have already learnt that Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin. It gets dissolved
in fat when food like spinach or fenugreek (methi) are deep fried. Temperature reaches
upto 300°C during deep frying, which destroys vitamin A rapidly.
ii) Vitamin B Complex : It is a group of eight water soluble vitamins. They are generally
found together in most food items and share certain properties in common. Vitamin B
gets dissolved in water when these food items are washed, soaked or cooked in water.
If this water is discarded, it results in the loss of Vitamin B. Rice, pulses and some
vegetables are the main source of vitamin B complex in our diet and therefore care
should be taken while washing, soaking and cooking these food items. Another reason
for the loss of Vitamin B complex from our food is addition of cooking soda to the food
during cooking.
iii) Vitamin C : It is another water soluble vitamin which is easily destroyed by heat and
oxidation. When you cut vegetables and fruits rich in vitamin C and leave them exposed
to air for a long time before cooking or eating it, some of the vitamin is lost. Vitamin C
is also lost when you wash vegetables and fruits after cutting or if you cut them too fine.
When food rich in vitamin C are cooked for a long time or cooked with soda most of
vitamin C is lost. This vitamin is also lost when the water in which the food is cooked is
thrown away.
iv) Proteins : Cooking results in softening of proteins in food items such as egg, fish and
meat. All proteins present in the food items absorb water and get coagulated by heat. If
the coagulated protein is further heated, it looses moisture and becomes dry and rubbery.
Do you know?
Milk is a good source of Riboflavin also called Vitamin B2. It gets destroyed when milk
is exposed to sunlight (due to ultraviolet rays). In order to preserve Vitamin B in food,
exposure to sun light should be avoided.
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It also becomes difficult to digest. Addition of acidic ingredients like lemon juice,
tomatoes, curd or tamarind juice increases cooking time and makes the protein tough
and leathery. These substances should be added towards the last stage of cooking. When
protein rich food like milk are cooked with sugar for a long time the sugar and protein
react to form a brown coloured compound and the quality of protein deteriorates.
v) Oils and fats : Oil and ghee are used for cooking and frying of food. During frying the
oil or ghee is heated to a high temperature i.e. 300°C. Repeated use of oil for frying is
quite a common practice but must be discarded because when ghee or oil are reheated
for long period their quality becomes poor.
vi) Minerals : Minerals like sodium and potassium dissolve in water. Minerals are lost
when vegetables are washed after cutting.
• What are the precautions to be taken to prevent loss of nutrients from food while cooking?
Do you know?
Repeated use of the same oil or ghee as a cooking medium should be avoided. It leads
to cancer. You should keep changing the cooking oil. You may choose any of the oils like
groundnut oil, vegetable oil, sunflower oil or soyabean oil.
4.4 CONSERVATION OF NUTRIENTS

Conservation of nutrients means saving nutrients during the process of preparation and cooking
of food. We can conserve nutrients in food items by following some simple practices:
Tips to reduce the loss of nutrients:
• Use little water for boiling. Consume the liquid left in the pan after cooking vegetables.
• Don't peel vegetables before cooking them. Better, don't peel at all to maximize their
fiber and nutrient density.
• Cut food after cooking - rather than before - cooking. When food is cooked whole,
nutrients can be preserved.
• Cook vegetables only for few minutes.
• Don't use baking soda while cooking vegetables. Although it helps to maintain colour,
but vitamin C will be lost in the alkaline environment produced by baking soda.

4.5 ENHANCING NUTRITIVE VALUE OF FOOD ITEMS
There are three methods by which one can enhance or increase the nutrients present in food.
i) Combination : Combining of food items from different food groups is the easiest way
of eating all nutrients. For example kitchdi, dosa and the food we are eating daily is a
combination of rice, curd, chutney, dal, chips etc. Combination of these food items
gives us all nutrients Rice - carbohydrates, dal - proteins, vegetables - vitamins and
minerals, curd and chips - fat, minerals etc. are available in the food that we eat daily.
ii) Fermentation : Fermentation is a process in which some micro-organisms are added to

the food. They change nutrients already present in the food into simpler and better forms
and also make other new nutrients.
Fermentation makes the dough rise and become almost double in quantity. During
fermentation the microorganisms use up some of the nutrients present in the dough and
change them into other better quality nutrients. They also make some new nutrients.
Curd, bread, and idli are examples of fermented food.
Observe the changes in fermentation process and tabulate the information.
Fermentation improves the digestibility of food. The microorganisms which cause

fermentation break the proteins and carbohydrates into smaller parts, which are easier
to digest. During fermentation of cereals and food like peas, beans etc. the minerals,
calcium, phosphorus, and iron are changed into better quality ones. These are then
easily absorbed by the body. Fermented food become spongy and soft and are liked by
children and adults.
iii) Germination : Seeds are soaked in water over night and kept in moist or et cloth for 1
or 2 days. Sproutings arise from seeds. Grains like wheat, bajra, jawar, etc. can also be
sprouted. These grains are then dried in shade and roasted lightly on a tawa.
They can be ground and used in many dishes. Pulses are also sprouted first and then
steamed and consumed. The time and water required for soaking and sprouting is different
for different grains. Normally 8-16 hours are needed for soaking and 12-24 hours for
sprouting. The cloth in which the soaked seeds are kept should be moist all the time.
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Increase the digestibility of food. Some carbohydrates and proteins are broken down
into smaller and easily digestible forms. Increase the nutritive value of food with no
additional cost. Vitamins and minerals increases in germinating seeds Vitamin B becomes
almost double in quantity while vitamin C increases almost 10 times.
Key Points
• Importance of cooking food - cooked food taste better than raw food and have good smell,
texture, form, easily digestible and increases nutritive value.
• By cooking we can show diversity in items and shelf life also increased.
• Methods of cooking are- moist heat cooking, dry heat cooking, frying, microwave cooking,
solar cooking.
• Nutrients like vitamin A, B complex, vitamin C, minerals, proteins, fats and oils etc. can ce
conserved by proper cooking method.
• To enhance the nutritive value of food we follow mixing fermentation and germination etc.

1) Explain different methods of cooking with examples.
2) Why do we cook food? Give reasons.
3) What suggestions will you give to stop the loss of nutrients from food while cooking?
4) How to enhance the nutritive value of food? Explain with examples.
5) Write the differences between baking-roasting, deep frying - shallow frying.
6) Match the food item with method of cooking
i. Pakodi ( ) a. Roasting
ii. Idli ( ) b. Boiling
iii. Dal ( ) c. Pressure cooking
iv. Egg ( ) d. Deep frying
v. Roti ( ) e. Steaming

UNIT -II
UNIT-II
Chapter
5 Food Preservation
Why should we preserve food materials? If we did not preserve food, a lot of us would
starve. How would you get flour to make bread? How would you get veggies or fruit in winter? If
you did not preserve them they were not being shipped all over the world. How do you think we
get veggies and fruits to eat from other countries? By safe preservative methods, fruits and
vegetables remain fresh for longer period. So, they can be transported to any part of the world.
And if we preserve food, we can eat anytime we want, rather than only when food is harvest
and then we must eat it right away and starve the rest of the time. Humans have been preserving
food for millions of years. We can get more profits by preserving the food items.
• What measures are taken at your home to prevent spoilage of food items?
• What are the methods used by you at your home to preserve food materials?
• Why do we preserve food items?
Learning Outcomes
The learner...
♦ Identifies the relationship between temperature and food preservation.

♦ Explains the importance of food preservation.
♦ Gives reasons for spoilage of food.
♦ Applies the knowledge of preservation techniques in daily life.
♦ Conducts activities to preserve food.
♦ Defines the terms food preservation, pasteurisation.
♦ Tabulates and analyses the information of food materials based on their shelf life.
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5.1 Food spoilage and storage
• How can we say that a food is spoiled?
Simply speaking food spoilage means food is no longer fit for eating. When you keep pickle
jar outside the refrigerator without lid for few days, a spongy growth is seen on it, which may be
white, green or black in colour. This growth is called mould. The bread get spoiled due to growth
of mould and become unfit for our consumption. Likewise, if cooked dal or vegetable is left
outside for some time, it develops a bad smell and bubbles due to fermentation. The dal and
vegetables are thus spoiled and cannot be eaten. Food is said to be spoiled if it changes colour
and gives a bad smell, shows signs of fermentation i.e., bubbles are seen in the food or there is
growth of mould indicates spoilage.
• What are the reasons for food spoilage?
Food get spoiled mainly due to the growth of micro-organisms, enzymes, insects, worms and
rats. Let us discuss these factors in detail.
i) Presence of micro-organisms :
• What do you observe when dosa and idli mix is kept in refrigerator for few days.
The top surface of dough becomes black. Do you know why this is so. It is due to
the presence of micro-organisms. These micro-organisms are very small organisms
which cannot be easily seen. Micro-organisms spoil food items when the conditions for
their growth are appropriate.
Like all living beings they require air and moisture, right temperature and food to
grow and multiply. Conditions appropriate for growth of micro-organisms are:
Food having high moisture content; Can you tell which one has more moisture
content tomato or sweet potato? The answer is tomato and that is the main reason why it
get spoiled faster. When the food materials are kept for longer period at room temperature,
they get spoiled. Have you ever observed what happens to spinach kept at room
temperature, it turns yellow and stale. High sugar content and skinless fruits and
vegetables get damaged faster.
ii) Presence of enzymes :
• Are enzymes harmful to food?
Enzymes are chemical substances found in all plants and animals. Enzymes help
in ripening of fruits and vegetables. A raw green mango after few days becomes sweet
in taste and yellow in colour due to the enzymes action. What will happen if you keep
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this yellow, ripe mango for few more days? It will become soft, develop black spots
and produce bad smell. This is due to continued action of enzymes. No one likes to eat
such an over ripe or rotten mango. You know that even when the skin of fruits is normal,
the fruit get damaged or spoiled. This is due to enzymes action.
iii) Insects, worms and rats :
• Have you noticed small brownish black insects or small white worms in rice and
dals?
These insects eat the food grains. They make small holes in the grain and at times
convert the grain to a fine powder. The food grains thus become unfit for human
consumption. Rats spoil the food by their hair and excreta. You have just learnt the three
main causes of food spoilage. These are micro organisms, enzyme action and insects,
worms and rats.
How food items are preserved at your home?
What is the need for food preservation?
Food storage :
Food storage means keeping food in a special place until it is utilised for consumption.
For example you buy cookies or snacks and leave them in air tight container till you want to
use them. You buy milk and boil it or you store it in cool place. You buy pulses, rice and
wheat flour and store them in air tight containers. Why do you do this? Well, because you
want your food to remain fresh and protect it from being spoiled.
The quantity of food you buy depends on:
i) your requirements ii) shelf life of food
How many days banana will be fresh? What is the shelf life of potatoes? What is the shelf
life of red gram?
From the above three which food item get spoil faster?
Do you know?
Plants produce hormone called ethylene which is responsible for ripening of fruits.
Naturally this hormone ripens the fruits, but what is happening in the present day scenario is
fruits are artificially ripened by using calcium carbide. By conusing them, people are suffering
from digestive tract diseases like acidity, ulcers etc.
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5.2 Classification of food items based on their shelf life
• Can you name three food items that get spoiled quickly and three which do not get
spoiled for a long time?
The time for which a food can be kept fresh is called its 'shelf life'. It is also known as
stability of food during storage. Food items are classified on the basis of their stability during
storage into non- perishable, semi perishable and perishable foods. You must have noticed the
different food items take different period of time to get spoiled. Try to make a list and fill the
following table.
Long shelf life food : It include whole grain cereals, pulses, nuts and oil seeds, sugar and
jaggery. Stay for longer periods.
Short shelf life food : It include processed cereals and pulse products (e.g. maida, suji),
eggs, potatoes, onions, biscuits and cakes. Stay for few days.
Quickly deteriorating food : It include green leafy vegetables, peas, beans, tomatoes, apple,
bananas, bread, butter and cream. Very less shelf life.
As a guide to consumers, now it is mandatory for manufacturers to provide detailed labels
on processed food items indicating their date of expiry. If you read the label on any packaged
food you will find a label on it 'consume before' or 'best before' (a specified date). This is nothing
but the shelf life of the food item and after that date the food may not look or taste the same as
fresh and also start decomposing.
Activity-1
Look at the label of five packaged food items you bought recently and see if 'shelf life' is
mentioned on them. Enter the information in the table below:
S.No. Food item Manufactured date Expiry date

1) What are the reasons for food spoilage?
2) Give examples for long shelf life food.
Why should we boil milk?

Why should we keep some food items in fridge and some in air tight tins?
5.3 Food preservation
Keeping food items in air tight tins, fridge and in sun help in increasing the shelf life of food
or preserve it. In other words to preservation helps to keep food safe, retain quality, and prevent
decomposition or fermentation.
Food preservation can be defined as: A process by which food items are prevented from
getting spoiled for a short or long period of time. The colour, taste and nutritive value of the food
are also preserved as far as possible. Preservation implies prevention of decay or spoilage of
food either by avoiding contamination or inhibiting enzymatic action or chemical reactions or
changes. It helps to increase shelf life of food and thus food can be stored for future use.
5.3.1 Importance of food preservation
Why should we preserve food?
Well, here are some of the reasons.
i) Preservation protects excess production :
Can you name some products which are made with mangoes?
In which season we get mangoes?
The products that are made from mangoes are juice, murraba, squash, aam papad,
ice cream pulp, chutney, pickle and raw mango powder. You may be able to add a few
more to this list. Mango is a summer fruit and grows in large quantities in India during
the months of april to august. Different varieties of mango are grown in different parts of
our country.
Usually all the quantity of food grown in a region cannot be consumed by the
people staying there, as there is usually excessive production. What do the farmers do
with this excess production? They make arrangements to transport the excess quantity to
regions where either mango is not grown or where that particular variety of mango is
not available. If they do not do this, the excess production will go waste. Preservation
of food is done during the months when food is available in large quantity.
Activity-2
Collect and tabulate the information about seasonal fruits and their preservation.
ii) Preservation adds variety to our meals :
Have you ever got tired of eating the same vegetables in a particular season? Is it not
you may like to eat peas when they are either very expensive in the market or are not
available? Eating cauliflower in pulav or cauliflower vegetable during the summer
months adds variety and interest in meals. In the same way, eating some chutney, papad
or pickle along with the meals adds variety to our meals. Preserving food items when
they are available, makes this possible.
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iii) Preserved food items are sent to places where they are not grown :
In some areas of Rajasthan which are desert areas and in Himalayan regions that are
covered with snow most of the time, very few food items can be grown. Therefore
preserved food items can be sent to such places. Apples are cultivated in the cold
regions of the our country like Jammu and Himachal Pradesh but those fruits are transported
through out the country.
iv) Preservation of foods makes transportation and storage of foods easier :
Preservation also reduces bulk of a food item. For example, if you dry green leafy
vegetables such as mint, fenugreek, coriander, etc, their weight and volume reduces,
thus making their storage and transportation easy.
5.3.2 Principles of food preservation
We all know the reasons for food spoilage. By controlling those factors we can preserve
food for longer time.
i) Killing the micro-organisms : You already know that boiling of milk kills
microorganisms. Sometimes, heat is applied for a shorter duration to kill only undesirable
microorganisms that is those which can spoil the food stuff. It is done while pasteurizing
milk. The cooking that you do at home also keeps food free from microorganisms. In
canning (sealing in air tight tins) food is heated to high temperature to prevent growth of
microorganisms in food.
ii) Preventing or delaying the action of micro-organisms : You all know that a peeled
apple spoils faster than the one with skin intact. Do you know why? This is because the
apple has its skin as a protective covering which prevents the entry of micro-organisms.
Similarly, the shell of nuts and eggs, skin of fruits and vegetables serve as a protective
coating and delay the action of micro-organisms.
Food packed in polythene bags and aluminium foils are also protected against
microorganisms. You have read earlier that micro-organisms need air and water to
grow. But if these are removed, you can prevent the growth and action of micro-organisms
and ensure that food does not get spoiled. Lowering temperature or freezing a food also
helps in delaying the action of microorganisms and therefore helps preserving the food.
You must have seen frozen food items. Frozen food can retain for a longer period than
fresh food. This is because microorganisms cannot act at low temperatures. Lastly,
certain chemicals like sodium benzoate and potassium metabisulphate also help in
preventing the growth of micro-organisms. These chemicals are called preservatives.
Thus you have learnt that the action of micro-organisms can be delayed or prevented
in many ways like 1. Providing a protective covering 2. Raising the temperature
3. Lowering the temperature 4. Adding chemicals.
iii) Stopping the action of enzymes or hormones : Enzymes also cause food spoilage.
They are naturally present in food. Take the example of fruits. Keep a raw banana for
few days and observe what happens to it. Yes, the banana will turn ripe, become yellow
and then start decaying. All this happens due to presence of enzymes.
What will happen if the action of enzymes is stopped?
The foodstuff will be prevented from being spoiled. Enzyme action can be prevented
by giving a mild heat treatment. Before canning or freezing, vegetables are dipped in hot
water or exposed to steam for few minutes. This is known as blanching.. This extends
shelf life of food.
5.3.3 Methods of preserving food at home

How do you preserve excessive fish at your home?
What are the methods used by you to preserve curd and pulses?
i) Exposing food to low temperature : Using low temperature to preserve food works on
the principle that low temperature slows down microbial and enzyme action. The food
is thus prevented from spoilage. A refrigerator helps to keep food at low temperature.
Food can be preserved at low temperature by
Refrigeration- keeping food between 4oC to -4o C
Cold storage - keeping food between 1oC to 4oC
Freezing- keeping food below -18oC
The duration for which the food can be preserved by using low temperature varies with
the type of food and the temperatures.
Freezing of Peas :
Method Step 1 : Select about half a kilogram of fresh tender peas and deshell them.
Step 2 : Take 1/2 litre water in a stainless steel pan in which the peas can be
completely immersed. Add one teaspoon of salt boil it.
Step 3 : Completely immerse the peas in the boiling solution for about two
minutes.
Step 4 : Drain the water and let the peas cool for 10-15 minutes.
Step 5 : Pack the peas in polythene bag, remove the air by pressing and seal
the bags.
Step 6 : Put the packets of peas into a freezer.
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Note : Similarly other vegetables such as cauliflower, beans bengal gram and carrots
can also be frozen.
Precautions while freezing fruits and vegetables
♦ Packaging material, i.e., polythene bags should be strong enough to withstand
expansion of food material on freezing.
♦ The food once taken out of the freezer and should be kept at room temperature.
♦ Small packets should be prepared, as food once thawed must be consumed.
♦ Remove air carefully and completely from the package before sealing.
♦ The freezer should not be opened frequently.
Do you know?
How to use frozen food items?
Take out the frozen packet from the freezer one or two hours before use and let the food
thaw at room temperature. Put peas in a sieve and keep under tap water for a few minutes.
Drain and use. Frozen vegetables can be stored up to six months in a freezer.
ii) Exposing food to high temperature : Microbes and enzymes are destroyed at high
temperature, thus food is safe and does not spoil. Do all organisms get killed by increasing
temperature? No, there are some micro-organisms which do not get destroyed at high
temperature. If these organisms are not killed, they can spoil food items once the
temperature is decreased. There are two methods of preserving food by using high
temperature-those are the following.
Pasteurization : In this method food is heated to a high temperature and then quickly
cooled. The micro-organisms are can not withstand the sudden change in temperature
and are destroyed. However, some organisms still survive in this method.
Sterilization : High temperature is used in this method that destroys all the micro-
organisms in the food. The food items are exposed to high temperature for longer period
and in some cases under high pressure. e.g. when a pressure cooker is used for cooking,
the food lasts longer because most micro-organisms get destroyed. You can also sterilize
bottles and other equipments used for preservation.
iii) Usage of preservatives : Any substance that is added to food that increases the shelf
life is called a preservative. Salt, sugar or acid are substances which act as preservatives.
Chips, biscuits, jam etc available in market are preserved in this method.
What are the preservatives present in pickles?
What are the preservatives used in jams and squash?
Activity-3
Read the label of a jam/squash/ketchup/chips/biscuits label and write the preservatives
mentioned on the label. Enter the information in the table below.
S.No. Food item Preservative
A) Natural preservatives
How does salt act as a natural preservative?
a) Salt : you make pickle at home, salt is one of the ingredients used. Do you think that salt
is added only for taste? Besides adding taste, salt has a specific function, i.e., it act as a
preservative. If the proportion of salt in pickles is less, it can get spoiled after sometime.
Increasing the quantity of salt in the food changes its composition. Due to the presence
of salt in the food, osmosis takes place. As a result, water comes out of the food. When
there is no or less water in the food, the microorganisms are not able to grow and the
food becomes safe. Salt also reduces the activity of enzymes, thus preventing the food
from getting spoiled. Salt is used as a preservative in pickle, chutney, sauce and canned
food. Salt is applied to fish and dried which helps to preserve it.
b) Sugar : Can you think of some preserved food where sugar is used as a preservative?
Yes, these are jams, jellies, murabbas and squashes. Like in pickle and chutney, sugar is
added to these food items not only for taste but also as a preservative. The proportion of
sugar has to be correct to protect such food items from spoiling. How does sugar prevent
food spoilage? Sugar dissolves in the water in the food item. This results in less water
being available for the growth of micro-organisms. Hence the food becomes safe.
c) Acids : Can you think of any sour food items used as preservatives? These are lemon
juice, vinegar and citric acid. Vinegar is used to preserve onions and tomato ketchup;
lemon juice is used in pickles; citric acid is used in squashes. Acids increase the acidic
content of food items, thus preventing the growth and activity of micro-organisms.
d) Oils and spices : These are used as preservatives in pickles. Can you think of spices
which are commonly used as preservatives? Yes, mustard powder, turmeric and red
chilies are few of them. They prevent the growth of microorganisms, thus preventing
spoilage. When pickle is made at home, have you observed that oil is poured to cover
the mango, lemon or other vegetables, pickles? The oil makes a protective covering and
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has two advantages- Prevents contact of micro-organisms with the food, hence they
cannot spoil the food. Prevents contact of air with food, hence the micro organisms
cannot grow and spoil the food.
Will you like to learn about the procedure of making a jam and a squash? Alright, let us
first learn how to make Guava jam.
Method of making guava jam Ingredients :
Guava : 1 kg, Sugar: 750 gms, Citric Acid: 1 teaspoon, Water: 250 ml
Method: Step 1 : Select fresh guava and wash them thoroughly. Remove the peel.
Step 2 : Cut them into small pieces.
Step 3 : Make it as smooth paste in the mixie. Take in a bowl add some
water to it.
Step 4 : Sieve the guava juice carefully for removing seeds.
Step 5 : Take sugar in a bowl add and heat it to make sugar syrup.
Step 6 : Add filtered guava juice to sugar syrup and mix citric acid. Keep on
stove for a while stir the mix continuously when it is on stove.
Step 7 : Pour hot jam into wide mouthed, sterilized bottles and make it cool.
Step 8 : Store in a cool place.
B) Usage of Chemical preservatives
Orange Squash preparation.
Orange juice: 1 litre, Sugar: 2 kgs. Water: 1 litre, Potassium Metabisulphate (KMS): ½
teaspoon, Orange essence: 1 teaspoon, Citric acid: 30 gms
1) Select juicy oranges and extract the juice. 2) Take water, sugar and citric acid and
boil the mixture till the sugar is completely dissolved. 3) Add orange essence to juice.
4) Dissolve the potassium metabisulphate in a little juice and mix it into the prepared squash.
5) Pour it in a sterilized bottle. Allow to cool. Seal it or close the bottle tightly. 6) Store the
bottles in a cool place away from the sun.
You can use the same procedure to make lemon squash too.
iv) Dehydration :
Do you know how pumpkin and cucumber crisps / fryums made?
Why does excess mutton is dried in sun during festivals?
The word dehydration means removing water or moisture from food. The home method
of dehydration is sun drying. We will now discuss this method in detail. Some food
items like green leafy vegetables (methi, pudina, coriander etc.) cauliflower, grapes,
amla, onion and raw mango are dried. Some food are cooked and then dried. For example
potato-chips, papad, banana-chips and wadis. The most appropriate weather to dry
food items is when the air is dry and there is strong sunshine.
1) Clean all tins, plates, etc, to be used to dry and store the food. Dry in the sun. Storage
tins should have air tight lids. 2) Wash the vegetables/fruits to be dehydrated. Cut, if
required. Remove the stem, seeds and skin. Remove any decaying portions. 3) Blanch
vegetables, i.e. put them in boiling water. The time for blanching varies with hardness
of fruit/vegetables. Remove when the food is soft (blanching reduces enzyme activity).
4) Put vegetables in cold water containing salt and Potassium Metabisulphate (popularly
known as KMS) for 5-10 minutes. This prevents blackening of food. Green leafy
vegetables and other dark vegetables should not be kept in KMS solution as it will
bleach the colour of vegetables. 5) Spread the vegetables on a clean cloth in the sun.
Cover it with a thin cloth to avoid dust and flies getting into the food. 6) When the food
is dry (test by looking at hardness) cool it to room temperature. Store in an air tight
container. When you want to use dehydrated fruits and vegetables, wash and soak them
in water for some time.
Now let us see how you can use this method to preserve curry leaves and potato.
a) Dehydrating curry leaves : 1.Wash the leaves properly 2. Remove the leaflets from
compound leaves.3. Put on a cloth in the sun, cover it with muslin cloth. 4. Keep it in
sun till it is dried. 5. Cool to room temperature and store in air tight containers.
b) Making potato chips : 1. Wash and peel potatoes. Cut in to thin slices. 2. Put in boiling
water for 3-4 minutes. 3. Make a solution in cold water with 5 tsp salt, 1 tsp potassium
metabisulphate (for 5 kg potato). 4. Put the blanched potato chips in this solution for 10
minutes. 5. Spread each potato chip separately on a cloth in the sun. Cover with a thin
cloth. 6. When dry, cool and store in air tight containers.
1) What are the natural preservatives used at your home?
2) How dehydration is used to preserve food?
5.4 Useful tips for usage of preserved food

Let us discuss some tips which will be useful for taking care of the preserved food items.
• Take care of hygiene while preparing the food and storing it. The utensils and containers
used to cook and store food items should be thoroughly cleaned and dried in sun. The
containers should have air tight lids.
• While preserving pickles take care that a layer of oil is above the vegetables, so that
food do not come in contact with the air.
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• While using the preserved food items, take care to use clean spoons. Close the lid
immediately after removing the required quantity.
• For food like sauces and squashes, the bottles should be sterilized and kept in hot water
till they are needed. You could first put the preserved food in the bottles and then sterilize
the bottles by heating them in water for 30-40 minutes.
5.5 Hygiene in handling stored food
Store site should be clean. Food should be stored in air tight bags. We have to buy the food
items in adequate amounts. If excess food is there we have to store it properly.
Key Points
• Reasons for food spoilage - microbes, action of enzymes, insects etc.
• Principles of food preservation - killing of microbes, controlling the action of microbes,
reducing the action of enzymes.
• Preservation methods used at home - freezing, reducing temperature, increasing temperature,
using preservatives, dehydration etc.

1) Write the reasons for spoilage of food.
2) What we have to do to reduce the action of enzymes on food?
3) Why should we preserve food items? Illustrate with examples.
4) How will you preserve food items by reducing and increasing temperature?
5) Banana, potatoes, tomatoes, meat, fish are given to you. How do you do preserve them?
6) Which of the following is useful in handling hygiene while storing food. ( )
a) Storage site should be clean.
b) Use clean spoon to take out stored food item.
c) Add less oil to preserve pickles.
d) Bottles to be sterilized at 30-40o C in hot water before preserving sauces and jams.
A) a and b B) a, b and d C) a and d D) a, b, c, d
7) Identify the good storage method for fish. ( )
A) salting and drying B) pasteurization
C)making curry D) keeping in fridge
i. Natural preservative ( ) a. Potassium metabisulphate
ii. Chemical preservative ( ) b. Sun light
iii. Dehydration ( ) c. Killing microbes
iv. Increasing temperature ( ) d. Reducing the action of enzymes
UNIT -III
UNIT-III
Chapter
6 Fibre to Fabric
• What did ancient people wear?
• Why do we wear clothes?
• Why do some clothes get spoiled after washing while others remain the same?
We all know that food, clothing and shelter are the three basic needs of life. We eat food to
survive and protect ourself from diseases, we need a house to live in. We wear clothes for
protection against climate, for modesty and beauty, and also to show status. The material that is
used for clothing is called fabric. If you go to a shop to buy fabric for your dress, you would see
a variety of fabrics there.
There are many stages in the making of garments let us know all these steps in this chapter.
Learning Outcomes
The learner….
♦ Explains that the basic unit of a fabric is fibre and their resources.
♦ Explains the processing method wool and silk.
♦ Draws the labelled diagram of silk moth life cycle.
♦ Identifies fibres and fabrics on the basis of visual examination and non-technical tests;
♦ Elaborates the process of yarn making and fabric making;
♦ Differentiates fabrics made from different fibres;
♦ Classifies fibres and fabric based on their characteristics.
♦ Applies learning of scientific concepts about fabrics in day to day life.
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6.1 Different types of Fibres
• What are the sources of fibres?
• What material is used in fabrics?

There are different sources from which we can obtain fibres and therefore, we classify them
accordingly.
6.1.1 Classification based to the sources of fibres

i) Fibres from Natural Sources : All the fibres obtained from plants or animals are
known as natural fibres. e.g. cotton, wool, linen, silk, etc. Fibres obtained from plant
source are called cellulosic fibre e.g., cotton and linen. The fibres that come from
animal sources are also known as protein fibres, e.g., wool and silk.
ii) Man-made fibres : The fibres which are made by using chemicals in the factories are
known as man-made fibres and these are of two types:
a) Regenerated fibres - These fibres are made from extremely small cotton fibres or
any other fibre source such as wood pulp, etc. Chemicals are used to dissolve them
and the solution is then converted into solid fibres. Examples : Rayon and soya
bean fibres.
b) Synthetic fibres - These are made of various petrochemical products.
Ex: Nylon, acrylic and polyester.
Natural fibres which are eco-friendly in nature. Sometimes synthetic fibres may
cause allergies if worn tightly to the skin.
Table : Natural and synthetic fibres

Types of fibres Name of fibre Sources
NATURAL FIBRES
Plants (cellulosic) cotton cotton ball
linen bark of flax stalk
Animal (protein) wool hair of sheep, goat, rabbit, camal etc.
silk silk worm
MAN-MADE-FIBRES / SYNTHETIC / ARTIFICIAL FIBRES
Regenerated Rayon (viscose, acetate) cotton lint or wood pulp+chemicals
Synthetic nylon chemicals
polyester chemicals
acrylic chemicals
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• What are the differences between natural and synthetic fibres?
Some of the major differences between natural and synthetic fibres are given below :
NATURAL FIBRES SYNTHETIC FIBRES
Comes from natural resources Man-made fibres

Natural colours Chemical colours are added as per requirement
During spinning process spinneret is not During spinning process spinneret is necessary
necessary for the production of fibres
Chances of containing dust or impurities No chance of any dust or impurities
Less durable than synthetic fabrics More durable than natural fabrics
6.1.2 Classification based on the length of fibres:
i) Filament fibres : The long fibres are known as filament fibres and are measured in
yards / meters, e.g., silk and all man-made fibres.
ii) Staple fibres : The short length fibres are called staple fibres and are measured in
inches or centimeters, e.g., cotton, wool and linen.
Check your progress…

1) What are the different types of synthetic fibres?
2) Name the fibres which are obtained from plants and animals.
3) Give examples for filament fibres and staple fibres.
6.2 Characteristics of different fibres
• Why are some fabrics are warm, some are soft and others are rough?
i) Cotton : Cotton fibre is the smallest of all the textile fibres. They are white, cream or
light brown in colour and fine and strong. These are absorbent, porous and cool and
allow the body heat to go out. Hence, fabrics made of it are used as summer wear.
Fabrics made from cotton are strong, durable and easy to wash and are used to make
towels, bed sheets, pillow covers, etc., that require frequent washing.
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ii) Flax : It is a 'bast fibre' and fabric made from it is called linen. It is a staple fibre though
its length (20-30 inches) is more than the other staple fibres. Linen fabric is cool, when
worn. It absorbs water. Hence is suitable for summer wear.
iii) Jute : Like flax jute it is also a bast fibre. Jute production is maximum in India. The
fibres are short and lustrous but weaker than flax. It is used for making gunny bags and
cords.
iv) Wool : It is obtained from the fleece of domestic goats, sheep, rabbits, etc. The colour
of wool fibres may vary from half-white to light cream. Fabrics made from wool are
soft, smooth, absorbent. They do not allow the body heat to go out and act as insulators.
This is why the fabric made up of these fibres is used as winter wear. Wool is a weak
fibre and can be easily washed by common soaps, powders.
v) Silk : Silk is a natural, protein filament produced by silk worm. Fabrics made from silk
are soft, fine, smooth, lustrous, warm and stronger than wool. It is called 'Queen of the
Fibres' and is used for making expensive wear.
vi) Rayon : It is a man-made filament fibre which is lustrous and smooth, but is weak in
nature. Because of its close resemblance to silk, rayon is also called 'artificial silk' or
'art silk.' It is cool so used as a summer wear. These fibres are thermoplastic in nature
i.e., they are heat sensitive and soften and melt on application of heat.
vii) Synthetic fibres : Synthetic fibres are made from petroleum products. Nylon, polyester,
acrylic, etc., are the examples of synthetic fibres. Like rayon these are also thermoplastic
fibres. Since these fibres catch fire easily and can stick to the body, they should not be
worn while working in kitchen and near the flame. Synthetics do not wrinkle and can be
made dull or shiny. They have good strength and are easy to wash and dry quickly. Some
more characters of different fibres can be observed in the following table:
Characteristics of different fibres
Fibres Apperarance Touch Feel Care required

Cotton dull in apprearance but feels smooth and gives a cool wrinkles easily if it
lustrous when starched soft to touch feeling is starched
Linen low to medium shining smooth and soft gives a warm wrinkles easily
texture feeling
Jute dull finish rough, hairy out gives a warm and does not wrinkle
growths rough feeling easily
Wool medium to low luster; poor soft, smooth and warm to touch does not wrinkle
quality absorbent; also easily
bulky to look
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Fibres Apperarance Touch Feel Care required
Silk delicate and lustrous smooth, soft and warm to touch does not wrinkle
light easily
Rayon lustrous soft and shiny gives cool do not wrinkle

but heavier than feeling easily
silk
Synthetic low to medium shining have heat sensitive most of the able to withstand
fibres acrylic fibres look soften and melt fabrics feel friction and do not
on application of warm wrinkle hense easy
heat to care

1) Explain the characteristics of natural fibres.
2) Mention the characteristics features of synthetic fibres.
3) Name the fibres which are used in making wrinkle free fabrics.
6.3 Process of yarn making
(a) Spinning of yarns :
♦ Do you know how yarn is made?
Yes, you guessed it right, a yarn is spun. Spinning is the process by which a group
of fibres is pulled, drawn and twisted together to make a yarn.
♦ Mahatma Gandhi and his charkha (the spinning wheel)
Mahatma Gandhi, used to spin cotton
into a yarn on his charkha. He
promoted charkha during India's
freedom struggle as a symbol of
self-reliance and a source of
income.A charkha is for hand
spinning. The yarn spun on a charkha
have different thickness. Thick yarn
is used for floor coverings, medium
thickness for upholstery items and
fine quality yarn is used for making dress material. Different types of fibres like
cotton, wool, hemp and silk are spun on charkha in the villages in India.
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(b) Spinning by machine :
Both, the fibres as well as filaments are spun into yarns that are then used for different
uses. Fibres available in the filament form are first cut into short lengths and then made
into yarns called spun yarns. Various steps followed for making yarns are :
i) Cleaning : When the natural fibres are harvested or collected, they contain dry leaves,
stems, seeds, dirt and unwanted materials that are removed during cleaning.
ii) Carding : The fibres sometimes get matted and stick to each other. Carding machine
opens and arranges the fibres in a parallel manner. The carded web of fibres is turned
into a soft rope called sliver.
iii) Combing : It is an step used for making fine quality yarn. Carded slivers are separated
as long and short fibres with the help of series of combs. Cleaning, carding and combing
steps are not there while making spun yarns from cut filaments of synthetic fibres. For
these synthetic fibres only spinning and winding is done.
iv) Spinning : Carded and combed slivers are further drawn and spun into yarns. The yarn
is a single strand but may be piled into several strands:
v) Winding : The yarn is wound into various packages according to the weight or length of
the yarn and its use. Some of the common yarn packages for fabric construction are- ball
(yarns for hand knitting), reels or bobbins for sewing; embroidery and hanks, cones, etc.
balls reels of sewing reels of yarn hanks cone

thread embroidery thread
Packaging of yarn in balls, reels, hank and cone

1) Write various steps followed in making/ processing yarn.
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6.4 Methods of manufacturing fabrics
• How fabric is obtained from yarn?
Fabric is a pliable, strong sheet made from fibres or yarns. You must have heard names such
as poplin, khaddar, mulmul, denim, rubia, terricot etc. All these are fabrics are prepared by
weaving the yarn. Human beings learnt to weave by taking inspiration from nature by observing
the nests of birds and entangled branches of trees.
Fabrics are manufactured by many techniques such as weaving, knitting, felting, nets, etc.
However, weaving and knitting, the two most popular methods of fabric construction have been
discussed in detail here.
6.4.1 Weaving
Weaving is interlacing of two sets of yarns -warp and weft at 90o angles to each other.
vertical yarns in fabric are known as warp yarns. Horizontal yarns are known as weft yarns.
Along the length of the woven fabric, on both sides, end yarns are woven very densely and the
portion is named as selvedge. It does not allow the fabric yarns to come out from the lengthwise
edge. The portion between the two selvedges is the body of the
fabric.
Merits of weaving :
• Weaving gives a firm fabric.
• Woven fabrics do not stretch and are thus easy to
handle.
• Woven fabrics are easy to print and embroider.
• For fabric construction different weaving methods are
used.
Most of the fabrics are
produced by basic weaving,
which are of three types- plain,
twill and satin weave.
a) Plain weave - Plain
weave is also known as
homespun, tabby or
taffeta weave. It is the
easy to weave where
one weft yarn alternatively moves over and under another warp yarn. Maximum
production of fabric is done in plain weave. It is inexpensive weave, most suitable for
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printing and embroideries. To see the variations of the weave, note the fabrics like
muslin, cambric, hand spun and hand woven khaddar, organdy, poplin, voile, etc.
b) Twill weave - It is woven on three to four harness loom. In this, one weft yarn moves
over two warp yarn under. Twill woven fabric is distinguished by a continuous diagonal
line called wale. Variation in diagonal lines produces various designs of twill. Twill
weave is woven tightly, that is why it is suitable for work clothes and for men's clothes.
Examples of Twill woven fabrics are gabardine, tweed, denim, jean, etc
c) Satin weave - It is woven on five to twelve harness loom. If woven on a five harness
loom, one weft yarn passes under 4 warp yarns. It differs from Twill weave as it has
long yarns floating on the surface. The design is not visible, but it has a smooth and
shiny surface. Satin fabric is an example of satin weave. Fabrics woven in this weave
are suitable for making formal wear garments.
6.4.2 Knitting
Knitting is the process of
formation of loops of yarns and
drawing of new loops through
those formed previously (inter
looping). Depending on the
types of knitting, it either moves
right to left or left to right (weft
knitting) or the yarns run
lengthwise (warp knitting). Hand knitting is the most common example of weft knitting, though it
is also done on machines to make many types of sweaters, T-shirts, and socks, etc. Warp knitting
is only possible on machines. Knitted fabrics are used to make casual wear, party wear, sportswear,
undergarments (banians), as well as household articles such as bed sheets, bed covers, blankets,
etc.
Knitted fabrics are well known for their fit, comfort, stretchability, warmness, absorbency,
and wrinkle resistance.
Handlooms are the second largest employer of the rural population in India, next to agriculture.
Handloom fabrics are made from either hand spun or mill spun yarn that has been woven on a
handloom. In India, do you know khadi is a term given to a fabric which is made from hand
spun yarn and is woven on a handloom. Khadi has a coarse texture and rough feel. However,
many varieties of khadi like khadi cotton, khadi wool, khadi silk, heavy and light weight khadi
are also available on retail outlets of khadi. These fabrics always remain in fashion with
consumers and have a large export market. Khadi movement in India was started by Mahatma
Gandhi during the freedom struggle primarily as a symbol of self-reliance and a means of
livelihood for the unemployed rural population.
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1) What is weaving?
2) What are the three basic weaves?
3) Differentiate between weft knitting and warp knitting.
6.5 Production of silk fabric

• How silk fabric is made?
• What is the speciality of silk fabric?
• Why is silk fabric so expensive? How are silk worms are used to make silk?
Making of silk or silk fabrics is a very interesting story. This involves various persons and
practices.The process of silk production is known as Sericulture. Extracting raw silk starts by
cultivating the silkworms on mulberry leaves. Silk moth is like butterfly. The scientific name of
these moths is 'Bombyx mori'. Silk moth feeds on mulberry leaves. Once the worms start pupating
in their cocoons, they are dissolved in boiling water in order to get individual long fibres to be
extracted and fed into the spinning reel.
The life cycle of silkworm consists of four stages:-
i) Egg : The female moth lays eggs during summer and remains in the dormant state until
the spring. This allows the eggs to hatch; the eggshell provides a protective covering for
the embryonic development.
ii) Larval stage : It is growing stage and it is commonly called a silkworm. The silkworms
feed on tender mulberry leaves. The larval stage lasts for about 27 days.
iii) Pupa stage : At this stage, it spins fibres as a protective cocoon around itself. The
cocoon serves as protection for the pupa which is in shades of white, cream and
yellow.The final moult takes place inside the cocoon and the larva develops into the
brown structure called the pupa. The pupa takes about 2-3 weeks to metamorphose into
an adult moth.
iv) Cocoon : In this stage, larva spins a silk thread to protect itself from its predators. To
get silk fibre cocoons are boiled. Caterpillar of silkworm spins fiber which is mainly
made up of two types of protein i.e. siricin and fibroin. It is very strong. The silk fibre is
carefully collected from the cocoon and nearly 3 to 8 of such threads are wound together
to make yarn from it which is reeled. This yarn is cleaned, bleached and coloured. The
yarn is ready to be woven into a variety of designed fabrics, on looms.
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v) Imago stage : It is the reproductive stage where females lay eggs. Moths can fly and
lack functional mouthparts thus, it cannot take in food. They die, when cocoons are
boiled. If they come out by breaking cocoon the silk fibres breaks. Hence cocoons are
boiled to kill them. Pochampally pattu and Dharmavaram are famous types produced by
our state. Pochampally pattu is also called 'tie and die or Jamdani'. Dharmavaram is
famous for its wide border and rich buta or dots. Banaras, Kanchipuram, Dharmavaram,
Narayanpet, Kothakota,
Pochampally are all types of silk
fabrics. They get their names
from the places where they are Adult stage
made. You may have also heard

Cocoon
Eggs
the names of tasar silk, mooga
silk, kosa silk, eri silk etc. These Larva stage
all are different varieties of silk.

Silk is used to make other
products as well like satin and
Life history of silk worm
crepe. We have both handlooms
and power looms to weave.
Discovery of silk : The exact time of discovery of silk is perhaps unknown. According to an
old Chinese legend, the empress Si-lung-Chi was asked by the emperor Huang-ti to find the
cause of the damaged leaves of mulberry trees growing in their garden. The empress found
white worms eating up mulberry leaves. She also noticed that they were spinning shiny cocoons
around them. Accidentally a cocoon dropped into her cup of tea and a tangle of delicate threads
separated from the cocoon. Silk industry began in China and was kept a closely guarded secret
for hundreds of years. Later on, traders and travellers introduced silk to other countries. The
route they travelled is still called the 'silk route'.
1) Write the stages in the life history of the silk moth.
2) Write the process of separating silk thread from cocoon.
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6.6 Production of wool fabric
• Which animals give wool?
• How is wool made?
Most wool comes from sheep, goats,
camels, llamas, and special rabbits. Wool can
be spun into yarn. The yarn is used to weave
fabric. Processing fibres into wool involves the
following steps:
Step I : Shearing : The wool (hair
/ fleece) of the sheep along with a thin layer of
skin is collected from its body.
Step II : Scouring : The sheared skin with hair is thoroughly washed in tanks to remove
grease, dust and dirt. Now-a-days scouring is done by machines.
Step III : Sorting : After scouring, sorting is done. In this step the hair of different textures
are separated or sorted.
Step IV : Bleaching : Bleaching, a process of whitening fabric by removal of natural
colour, such as the tan of linen. It is usually carried out by means of chemicals
Step V : Dyeing (Colouring) : The fibres can be dyed with various colours, as the
natural fleece of sheep and goats is black, brown or white.
Step VI : Combing / Carding : The fibres are straightened, combed
Step VII : Spinning : Straightened, combed fibres are rolled into yarn
Step VIII : Weaving / Knitting : Fabric are made from woolen yarn by two different
processes called knitting and weaving.
Check your progress...
1) Write about the different steps involved in the production of wool.
2) What are the sources of wool?
Key Points
• Basic unit of fabric is fibre.
• Based on the sources of fibres they are of two (2) types.
• The fibres are obtained from plants and animals are natural fibres. Ex: Cotton, Wool, Linen,
Silk, Jute.
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• The fibres are obtained from chemicals are called artificial fibres. They are man-made
fibres. Ex: Rayon, Soyabean fibre, Nylon, Polyster.
• Weaving is if different types : Plain weave, Twill weave, Satin weave.
• Silk is produced from silkmoth. Rearing of silk moth for silk thread is called sericulture (silk
industry).
• Wool is produced from sheep, goat, camel, rabbit.

1) What is the basic unit of fabric?
2) Name the animal fibres.
3) What are synthetic fibres. Give examples?
4) What are the different methods of weaving?
5) Write the steps involved in silk production.
6) Describe the process of making wool.
7) Draw the labelled diagram showing the life cycle of silk-moth and explain it.
8) Write the differences between natural and synthetic fibers.
9) Identify the plant fibre from the following [ ]
A. Rayon B. Linen C. Wool D. Silk
10. Identify the fabric which is well known for its stretchability, warmth and wrinkle resistance
from the following [ ]
11 . Identify the correct sequence of wool processing steps from the following [ ]
A. Shearing → Sorting → Bleaching → Dyeing → Scouring
B. Sorting → Shearing → Dyeing → Bleaching → Scouring
C. Shearing → Scouring → Sorting → Bleaching → Dyeing
D. Shearing → Sorting → Scouring → Dyeing → Bleaching
12. Identify the fibre which is a bad conductor of heat from the following [ ]
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UNIT -III
UNIT-III
Chapter
7 Finishes
Manoj and some of his friends had joined a hobby course to learn fabric painting. While
observing individual articles, they noticed that the colours of some of the articles were not uniform
despite the fact the same colour had been used to paint all of them. When they asked the instructor
about it, they were told that the cotton fabrics with uneven colour-spread had been given some
finishing touch which needed to be washed before using fabric painting colours.
• How will be different colours are given to fabrics?
• What is meant by finishing touch in fabric industry?
• Do colours appear differently on different types of materials?
In this lesson we will learn how dyeing, printing, mercerization etc. processes influence the
functions of fabric.
Learning Outcomes
The learner...
♦ Explains the uses of finishing touch and their processing.

♦ Explains different methods of finishing touch and application of dyes.
♦ Identifies different types of stiffening agents;
♦ Differentiates between temporary semidurable, durable and permanent final touch.
♦ Classifies different types of dyes used for textile finishing touch.
♦ Applies knowledge of the processing of finishing touch to fabrics in daily life.
7.1 MEANING OF FINISHING TOUCHE

The word "textile" means the complete study of fibres, yarns and fabric. Certain methods are
used to improve the look and quality of textile goods. These methods are called finishing touches.
A finishing touch is a treatment given to a fabric, to change its appearance, handling /touch or
performance. Its purpose is to make the fabric more suitable for its final use.
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• What processes will be done during finishing touch?
A series of treatments are done in mills to finish textile goods. For example, a fabric is
washed, bleached, dyed or printed, starched and ironed before it is sent to the market.
• What are the advantages of finishing touches?

Let us see in detail the necessity of finishing touch.
7.2 NECESSITY OF APPLYING FINISHES

When a fabric is given a finish, then only it is known as a finished textile. But it is not a
compulsory that all the textile-products are finished before use. When no finish is applied on the
textiles, they are termed as gray goods or unfinished textiles. This does not mean that the fabric is
gray in colour. It implies that no finishing treatment has been given to it.
The finishing touch to costumes
• Improve the appearance of fabric and enhance its looks;
• Production of variety of fabrics through dyeing and printing;
• Improve the feel or touch of fabric;
• Make the fabric more useful;
• Improve the draping ability of light weight fabrics;
• Make fabric suitable for an specific use.
7.3 BASIC FINISHES AND THEIR TYPES

7.3.1 Scouring / Cleaning
Fabric, as it comes from the loom, is dull in appearance. It may have stains of oils as well as
starches, waxes, etc., that are applied to yarns to make weaving easier. Once the fabric is
woven, the presence of these additives hinders further finishing processes such as bleaching,
dyeing, printing, etc. Therefore, they have to be removed before sending the fabric for further
processing. Scouring is the process of washing fabric with soap solution. Scouring is the
process of industrial cleaning of fabrics with the help of warm water and soap solution. It
cleans the fabric and makes them more absorbent. The method of washing a fabric is chosen
according to the nature of fibre. Cottons are boiled in soap solution for cleaning. Silks are
boiled to remove silk gum (degumming) while the wool fibres are boiled with soap solution
to remove grease and oils. Fabrics made from man-made fibres are given normal washing.
After cleaning, the fabric becomes smooth, neat and more absorbent.
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Let us do an activity
Activity-1
Take two fabric pieces of 4// x 4// size of white colour, one of these should be new and the
other old and washed. Put both the pieces of fabric in a bucket of water.
What do you observe?
The old one will sink faster because it is more absorbent as it has no finishers or starch on
the surface. The new fabric will first float on the water. Gradually water penetrates through the
starch applied on the fabric surface, and the fabric sinks.
7.3.2 Bleaching
• What is meant by bleaching of fabric?
• In which situations bleaching process is used in our daily life?
• Is bleaching will be done to the fabric? Why?
Generally lemon, milk, curd and facial bleach is used to remove sun-tan. A similar treatment
is also given to fibres. Many a times natural fibres like cotton, silk and wool are available in pale
/ light brown colour. This becomes a problem as light shades of dyes do not come out well on
such fibre colours. To get exact light shade of the colour, the existing colour has to be removed.
Bleaching is a chemical treatment given to fibres, yarns or fabric to remove paleness or colour
and make them white. Suitable bleaching agents such as hydrogen peroxide for protein fibres and
sodium hypochloride for cotton, are used. Man-made fibres do not need bleaching. Fabrics have
to be carefully bleached as bleach can harm the fabric, if used in high concentration.
7.3.3 Stiffening
• What is meant by stiffening?
• Why cotton cloths are dipping in starch solution?
• What is the major substance used in stiffening?
Starch is generally applied to fabric of fine quality and light weight or loosely woven fibres.
Starching makes the fabric heavier, stiff, and crisp. It also adds shine and smoothness to the
fabric. Cottons, muslin, poplin, cambric and thin silks are generally starched. Sometimes the
loosely woven cotton fabric is starched heavily so that their quality looks better. But the starch is
removed with the first wash. Therefore, starched fabric should be examined properly before
purchasing.
• How can a starched or stiffened fabric/cloth be tested?
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Let us do an activity to test a starched or stiffened fabric
Activity-2
• Take the starched cotton fabric. Try to look through it. You will notice that light cannot
pass through the fabric surface.
• Place a black sheet of paper on table. Hold the starched fabric in your hands and rub it.
Starch particles will fall on the black paper in the form of white powder. Now hold this
fabric against light. Yes, you can see light through the cloth.
7.3.4 Calendaring
• Why do you iron your clothes?
To remove wrinkles and make them look better. This is the simplest and the common finish
used to improve the look of any gray or finished fabric. The process by which a fabric is passed
through a series of smooth hot rollers to remove wrinkles and to make it smooth is called
calendering or industrial ironing. It makes the fabric smooth and lustrous, thereby improving its
appearance.
7.4 CLASSIFICATION OF FINISHING TOUCHES

Finishing touches can be classified in several ways depending upon their functions,
performance and nature.
CLOTHING TOUCHES
7.4.1 On the basis of function : The finishing touches may be basic or functional
i) Primary or common finishes are applied to almost all the fabrics, with an aim to
improve their appearance, feel and structure. Pale white cotton fabrics may be bleached
to improve their whiteness. For better look of a thin cotton fabric, starch is applied to
increase its weight and shine. Steam ironing, calendaring (industrial ironing) is a basic
finish. These are also known as aesthetic finishes. Dyeing and printing are also considered
as finishing touches as they enhance the aesthetic appearance of fabrics.
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ii) Special or specialfinishing touches are applied to improve the performance of a fabric
for some specific purpose. For example-
♦ fire proof finish prevents the burning of fabrics used by fire brigade personnel,
♦ water proof finish makes fabrics water repellent for making umbrellas and raincoats,
♦ bullet proof finish on fabric saves the people from bullets and is generally used by
defence and police personnel for their safety, and
♦ Grease-resistant finish makes cotton / wool fabric greasy resistant.
7.4.2 On the basis of degree of performance : On the basis of performance, finishing

touches are temporary, semi durable, durable and permanent.
i) Temporary finishing touches are not durable and run off after first washing or dry-
cleaning. Many of these are renewable and can be reapplied at home, e.g. starching and
bluing of white fabrics.
ii) Semi durable finishing touches stay on the fabric surface for several washings, e.g.
bleaching and certain dyes used on cotton fabrics.
iii) Durable finishing touches last throughout the life of the fabric or the garment but may
lose its effectiveness after many washes, e.g. permanent pleats, wrinkle resistant, etc.
iv) Permanent finishfinishing touches are is usually given by a chemical treatment. It
changes the fibre structure and remains as long as on the fabric lasts, for the entire life
of the fabric, e.g. water proofing, fire proofing, etc.
7.4.3 Chemical and mechanical finishing touches / Wet and dry finishing
touches : On the basis of processes involved in application of finish, there are two types -
chemical (wet) and mechanical (dry).
i) Chemical finishing touches : These are also known as wet finishing touches. In the,
chemical treatment is given to fabric, either to change its appearance or basic properties.
These finishes are usually durable and permanent. Examples are: fire proof, grease
resistance, etc.
ii) Mechanical finishing touches : These are also known as dry finishing touches. Here
the process is done by the application of moisture, pressure and heat or a mechanical
device to finish a fabric. Beating, brushing, calendaring, filling, etc. are some of them
included in this group. These are either temporary or semi durable of do not last long.
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1) How many types of finishing touches are there? What are they?
2) What is meant by stiffening?
3) What is the advantage of bleaching?
4) Write the differences between chemical and mechanical finishing touches.
7.5 SPECIAL FINISHING TOUCHES

They are used in fabric textiles to enable it to use for special purposes. Let us learn some
important special finishing touches.
i) Mercerization : Cotton is basically a dull fibre. The fabric made from cotton wrinkles
easily and is difficult to dye. It is, therefore, treated with sodium hydroxide to make it
strong, lustrous and absorbent. This process is called mercerization. It also improves
the dye uptake by fabrics. Now-a-days this has become a routine process for all cottons.
Even sewing threads which are used for stitching are mercerized.
♦ When you wash a new cotton shirt or dress, what causes them to become a little
shorter?
ii) Shrinkage control : Shrinkage is the reduction of a fabric or a garment in size (length
and width) after it is washed or dipped in water. A marked reduction in size takes place
after washing certain cottons, linens and woolens. It is all due to shrinkage. Good quality
cottons, linens and wools are pre-shrunk before marketing them. This pre-shrinking is
called sanforization. Fabrics that are treated for pre-shrinking are labeled as 'sanforized'
or 'anti-shrink' or 'shrinkproof.
Let us do an activity that clearly explains how shrinkage occurs.
Activity-3
Take a cotton fabric of 10// x10//. Dip it in water for at least 3-4 hours. Dry and iron it.
Measure all sides of the sample again. You will notice a change i.e. reduction in the measurements
indocates that the fabric has shrunk, if not it is done sanforized.
• What else does one need to check about the quality before buying the material?
iii) Water proofing : Have you heard of a fabric called organdie? Take a piece of organdie
fabric and carefully observe it. The fabric is different from other cotton fabrics. Yes, it
is a thin, transparent, light weight and stiff fabric and seems to be heavily starched. But
unlike starched fabric, its stiffness remains intact even after washing. It is not due to a
starch but because of application of a finish called parchmentization. In parchmentization,
the cotton fabric is treated with a mild acid that partially eats away the fabrics, resulting
in a transparent and stiff fabric called organdy.
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1) Name the processes that are used to clean the fabric.
2) Give examples of fabrics that shrink after first wash.
3) Which finish is used to give the fabric stiffness even after washing?
7.6 DYEING - NATURAL AND CHEMICAL DYES

• What is meant by dye in fabric textiles?
• How many colours of dresses you wear?
• How does clothes are available in different colours?
• Can you imagine wearing a plain white dress or one having same print every day?
No, never, even the thought is unwelcome. It is very difficult to think of fabric without
variation in colours, prints or designs. In the market, you will find fabric in all tints and shades of
colours, small and big prints, woven in colourful designs. Dyeing and printing improve appearance
of fabric and add diversity to our dresses through colours and designs. We usually distinguish one
fabric from another by its colour, print and texture.
Types of dyes used for textiles finishing :

Dyes are used for dyeing and printing of textiles. Dyes are two
major categories - natural and synthetic dyes.
i) Natural dyes : They were the first dyes known to mankind.
They are obtained from natural sources like vegetables, animals
or minerals. These are eco-friendly and do not pollute water or
land. The residue of these dyes can be safely used as fertilizer
in the fields. But the process of dyeing with natural dyes is
slow, difficult and expensive. Major natural dyes obtained from
plants are turmeric (haldi), henna (mehndi), madder (manjishta)
and indigo (neeli). While tyrian purple and lac dyes are obtained
from animal sources. Khaki dye comes from mineral source.
ii) Synthetic dyes : These dyes are prepared artificially with the
help of different chemicals. These dyes cause a lot of pollution
and skin allergies etc. Some of these dyes such as 'azo' are very
harmful for human health and their use has been banned. Synthetic
dyes are very easy to use and have better fastness than natural
dyes. These also give a brighter and better colour range.
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7.7 PROCEDURE OF APPLYING VARIOUS FINISHING TOUCHES
Let us learn in detail how the colouring is given to the fabric.
In the market, we find it is not only fabrics, which are colourful, but sewing threads, knitting
yarns and cords, etc. are also available in various colours. Therefore, the process of dyeing is
carried out on textiles at the fibre, yarn or at fabric stage. Different stages at which textiles are
dyed include -
i) Fibre stage : Though all types of fibres can be dyed the method is more popular for
dyeing man-made fibres. It gives uniform dyeing. There is a lot of wastage of coloured
fibres during subsequent processing.
ii) Yarn stage : Colour can be applied or rendered on fibres after spinning into yarns,
especially when they have to be sold as such. Knitting yarns and all types of threads -
sewing, embroidery, crocheting, etc. are dyed at this stage.
iii) Fabric stage : Most of the dyeing in the textile industry is done at this stage, and fabrics
are dyed in one strong colour. It gives uniform colouring. Colour matching becomes
easier at this stage. This method is also suitable for dyeing blended fabric. Blends are
made by mixing two fibres together and then made into a yarn and fabric.
iv) Garment dyeing : Sometimes dyeing is done at this stage i.e. after the garments have
been stitched. This is also known as piece dyeing. But the colour may not be uniform,
especially around pleats and stitches.
Decorative dyeing :
You already know about simple dyeing. When the process of dyeing is carried out in a
selective way to get different designs, it is called decorative or resist dyeing. The term resist
dyeing is used because in this technique, some resist materials (threads, yarns or wax) are used
on specific areas to prevent them from being dyed. A number of beautiful designs can be created
in this manner. The two most popular techniques of decorative or resist dyeing are - (i) Tie and
Dye (ii) Batik
i) Tie and dye : In tie and dye, threads are used as a resist material to stop the dye from
entering the selected areas of the fabric. Tying of the fabric is done according to the
design to be made. There are many ways in which you can create designs using tie and
dye technique.
These are;
a) Marbling : Take the fabric and crumble it to form a
ball. Tie it with a thread at different areas, randomly.
Then dye the fabric. Open it and dry. The dyed fabric
will have a marble effect.
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b) Binding : The fabrics like dupatta, table cloth or bed
sheets will be taken and tied with a thread at intervals
and dye it.
c) Knotting : Put knots on the fabrics wherever desired
and dye it.
d) Folding : Put the fabric flat on a table. Pleat and fold
it uniformly in lengthwise direction. Tie it with a yarn
at regular intervals, to get widthwise lines after dyeing.
For horizontal lines, pleat and fold the fabric widthwise.
Roll the fabric from one corner to the diagonally opposite
corner and tie at regular intervals to get diagonal lines.
e) Peg tying : You can also use cloth pegs or clamps as
resist materials. Fold the fabric and put pegs at regular
interval.
f) Tritik : Make a design of your choice on the fabric
with running stitch, pull the thread tightly and tie it.
• Have you ever observed bandhini cloth?
ii) Batik : Batik is also a method of resist dyeing. Here, wax is
used as a resist material to prevent the dye from colouring
certain areas. On selected areas of the fabric, a mixture of
Bees' wax and paraffin wax is filled with a brush or a block,
according to the design. These areas do not get coloured while
dycing, giving a patterned effect. The wax is later removed.

1) Explain different types of dyeing procedures.
2) What is the difference between tie and die and batik?
3) Give examples of natural dyes and synthetic dyes.
Key Points
• Certain treatments are applied to improve the look and quality of textile goods. These treatments
are called finishing touches. They will make the fabric according to its use.
• A series of treatments are given in mills to finish textile goods. For example : a fabric is
washed, bleached, dyed or printed, starched and ironed before it is sent to the market.
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• Bleaching is a chemical treatment given to fibres, yarns or fabric to remove paleness or
colour and make them white. Man-made fibres do not need bleaching.
• The process of industrial ironing of a fabric is called calendaring. In this process a fabric is
passed through a series of smooth hot rollers to remove wrinkles and to make it smooth.
• Cotton is treated with sodium hydroxide to make it strong, lustrous and absorbent. This
process is called mercerization.
• Batik is also a method of resist dyeing. Here, wax is used as a resist material to prevent the
dye from colouring certain areas.

1) What is a textile finish? Why is it necessary to apply on fabric?
2) Explain the methods of dyeing textiles.
3) Explain the significance of 'mercerization'.
4) What do you understand from the label "dyed shirt"?
5) Describe batik and block printing.
6) Describe any two primary finishing touches.
7) Write the differences between natural and synthetic dyes.
8) Which of the following is used to stiffen the cotton garments [ ]
A. Whitening agent B. Starch C. Gum D. Colour
9) Which of the following is not an eco-friendly dye [ ]
A. Turmeric B. Indigo C. Henna D. Azo
10) Which of the following is a durable finishing [ ]
A. Bluing B. Starching
C. Bleaching D. Wrinkle resistant
i. Marbling ( ) a. Put knots on the fabrics wherever desired and dye it.
ii. Knotting ( ) b. Make a design of choice on the fabric with running
stitch, pull the thread fightly and ite it.
iii. Tritic ( ) c. Fabric is tied with threads at intervals and dye it.
iv. Binding ( ) d. The fabric is made into a ball.
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UNIT -III
UNIT-III
Chapter
8 Care and Maintenance

of Fabrics
A group of students were chatting during lunch break. Charles complimented Joseph for his
favourite sparkling white shirt that had brought almost two years ago. Just then Purnima said that
she was very unhappy about the condition of her silk blouse after one washing. Akbar said he too
could not wear his expensive pure wool sweater after the first wash. Then Kabir told them that he
has acquired knowledge regarding caring of different types of fabrics in the house keeping course.
He told them that they should not wash all types of fabrics with one detergent. He further added
that there are different methods of washing and finishing for different types of clothes. He advised
that a little care can keep their favourite dress as good as new.
• What methods do you follow to take care and maintenance of your clothes?
• What is the advantage of taking care of your clothes?
• Do you know that clothes speak about the wearer's personality?
It is good to select clothes carefully. But even more important is wash them regularly for a
well-groomed appearance. Let us learn how to take care of fabrics.
Learning Outcomes
The learner...
♦ Explains the need of care and maintenance of fabrics.

♦ Differentiates between wasing and dry cleaning.
♦ Gives the reasons for starching clothes.
♦ Classifies different methods of washing.
♦ Identifies different types of soaps and detergents that are used to wash clothes in daily
life.
♦ Applies the concepts of starching and ironing of clothes in day to day life.
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8.1 LAUNDERING
8.1.1 IMPORTANCE OF LAUNDRY
Laundering of clothes does not mean only washing of clothes. It consists of the following
three steps:
i) Washing or dry-cleaning garments to remove dirt, perspiration and smell, e.g. your
school uniform is washed and your woolen coats and jackets etc. are dry cleaned.
ii) Finishing the garments with stiffening agents like starch and gum, brightening or bleaching
agents, drying them then ironing or pressing, folding and hanging garments, e.g. cotton
dupattas and sarees are starched.
iii) Preserve the garments, e.g. when the winter season arrives you preserve summer clothes
and take out woolen shawls, sweaters, coats etc.
Remember, washing and dry cleaning are two different processes used for cleaning different
types of clothes.
Washing Dry-cleaning
Removing dirt from clothes using soap/ detergent Removing grease and stains using absorbents
and water. and solvents
The clothes which does not loose colour easily Leather, fur, selected silks and woolens, zari
are washed and other costly fabrics are cleaned.
8.2 STEPS OF LAUNDERING
Laundering of clothes involves the following steps:
8.2.1 Soaking
Soaking of fabric in water removes / separates the non-greasy dust particles
because of up and down movement of water molecules. Fabrics which become
weak during wetting must not be soaked for long. Do not soak too many
clothes in one bucket. Fabrics must not be soaked for longer than half an hour
otherwise dust will resettle on the fabrics.
8.2.2 Washing
As said earlier, soaked clothes must be washed soon. The process of washing involves
removal of dirt that has been separated from fabrics by soaking. There are many ways to do
this and the choice depends on the fabric being washed. Let us now learn about these methods
and their suitability to various types of fabrics.
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Methods of washing
i) Friction method : For washing strong fabrics like cotton and linen this is the right
method. You can apply friction in any of the following three ways.
♦ Hand friction : This is the most common method of washing clothes. Rub dirty
areas vigorously with the hand till the dirt is removed. It is suitable for cleaning
some soiled areas in the garment like cuffs, collar and bottom of the lower garments,
handkerchief and lace.
♦ Scrubbing brush : While cleaning kitchen dusters
which are much soiled. Use a brush to remove dirt,
grease and stains. Remember to place the fabric on
a flat hard surface before scrubbing. Have you
noticed that if you use brush on shirt collars they get
worn out? Therefore, scrubbing has to be used as
per the nature of the fabric.
♦ Beating with stick : While washing large clothes like bed sheets and towels use a
wooden stick to provide friction. Remember that this is done only on a clean, flat
and hard surface. Spread the fabric on the floor, apply soap and then beat it with
the stick, constantly changing the surface of the fabric with the other hand.
ii) Washing by kneading and squeezing : This
method is for delicate fabrics like silk, wool,
rayon, etc. This does not damage the fabric or
change its shape because only gentle pressure is
applied repeatedly with hands. While it is still
in the soapy solution. While using this method
dip the cloth in soap solution, take it out and
squeeze gently and again dip in the soap. In
between, rub the dirty areas gently between two
hands. Repeat it till the clothes become clean.
iii) Washing in machines : 'Washing machine' a
labour saving device and provides all the friction
required for cleaning the clothes. The washing
time varies with the type of fabrics and amount
of soiling. For example, wool fabrics take less
time for cleaning than cottons. Washing machines
available in the market are automatic,
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semi-automatic and non-automatic. The advantage of using automatic washing machine
is that it has a spinner which can whirl the clothes after washing to the extent that these
are almost dry. This is useful while washing large and heavy clother like bedcovers,
curtains, etc. One should be careful while loading clothes for washing in a machine as
the colour of some fabrics may spoil the other clothes in the machine. So, read the
instuctions carefully before using the washing machine.
8.2.3 Rinsing
Washed fabrics must be rinsed at least thrice or till they loose
the soap water. If not rinsed well the contents of leftover soap /
detergent would harm the fabric. A finishing agent helps to
brighten and/or stiffen the fabric and give fresh look. starch and
/ or blue are finishing agents for white cottons. For silks, a
different starch is used. It is called 'gum arabica'. Similarly,
there are 'blues' and brightening agents to brighten the white
clothes.
8.2.4 Drying
Clothes should preferably be dried outside in fresh air and sun. Use a clothes line and pegs
or clips to hold the clothes or a clean stain free metal rack. Hang or spread the clothes and
place the rack in the sun or shade depending on the type of clothes you have washed. Remember
to turn clothes inside out if they are coloured. If you are
using a clothes line, see that you spread your clothes on
it, in such a way that it allows air to pass through them.
Not only do the clothes dry up much faster in this way
and it is an environment friendly method. Sunlight also
kills some germs. Hence, it is recommended that under
garments and the clothes used as sanitary napkins must
be sun dried.
1) Mention any two importances of laundry.
2) Write the difference between washing and drycleaning.
3) What are the precautions to be taken during scrubbing with brush.

8.3 DIFFERENT METHODS OF STORING GARMENTS
Ironing or steam pressing and folding :
This process is applied on clothes to give them a smooth look. An
electric or coal iron is used to carry out this job. There are various
types of electric irons available in the market those with metal heating
surface, Teflon (nonstick coated surface or steam irons). We have to use
them according to the instructions given along in the package. We can
use coal in iron boxes.
Prepare an table for ironing. Cover it with an old blanket and then
with a white cotton sheet. Keep the height of the table comfortable so
that you need not bend or stretch while ironing. Usually, an 80 cm high table is very comfortable.
• Take some water in hand and spray on cotton and linen clothes to get good results.
• Sleeves, collars, laces, etc., should be ironed first.
• Iron laces, buttons, hooks, embroidered and embossed clothes from the back side. The
embroidery will stand out and look more beautiful. It will also not break or melt due to
high temperature.
• Iron the fabric along the length as the yarns are stronger in this direction. Follow ironing
instructions on the labels, if any. Otherwise follow the ironing temperature chart given
below.
Temperature Fibre
Warm 150oC Wool, silk, polyester and nylon

Hot 180oC Cotton and rayon
Extra hot 200 C o Cotton and linen
8.4 METHODS OF WASHING AND IRONING

LAUNDERING OF SPECIFIC FABRICS
You have learnt the basics of laundering clothes.
Before washing, it is sorting out the clothes. Make the following piles after sorting:
i) Cottons clothes consisting of white inner garments, payjama, salwar, petticoat, shirts,
dusters from kitchen, bedsheets, pillow slips, and so on.
ii) Coloured cotton clothes like sarees, blouses, salwar suits and dupattas.
iii) Synthetics clothes consisting of shirts, sarees, blouses, dupatta and socks, etc.
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iv) Silk sarees, blouses, shirts, etc.
v) Woolen sweaters, mufflers and shawls.
Separate more dirty clothes from less dirty ones, see if there are any stains to be removed. If
there is a care label attached, read it because it will tell you about the "do's" and "don'ts" while
washing the item. You are now ready for the next step. Let us handle each pile you have separated,
one by one.
7.4.1 Laundering of cottons

i) Soaking : How and why will you soak your cotton clothes? To separate the dirt settled
or stuck to the fabric white cottons are soaked. They are soaked preferably in warm or
hot water for half an hour depending on how dirty they are. Soak more dirty clothes
separately. Yes, for two reasons, one because these are soaked for longer duration and
in hot water and soap/detergent. Secondly, the separated dirt from more dirty clothes
will settle on the less dirty ones and make them dirtier. It is much easier to clean soaked
fabrics.
ii) Washing : Dip all white clothes in soap/detergent solution.Apply extra soap on the
heavily soiled areas and rub. Wash the light weight and lightly soiled cotton fabrics by
kneadinf and squeezing method and big and heavy clothes using a stick. Rub areas
which are very dirty with hands or with a brush. Cottons require application of a
whitening agent in the last rinse. For this use blue (indigo) which is available as powder
or liquid. These days you get chemicals like optical brighteners in the market. These are
colourless florescent dyes which turn pale fabrics to white and make then look brighter
temporarily.
iii) Rinsing : Washed fabrics must be rinced thrice or till they leave the contents of leftover
soap or detergent.
iv) Starching : Putting starch on the white clothes is another procedure which must be
carried out before they are spread for drying. It is done to give cottons a smooth and
shining fresh look. Also, starched articles do not get dirty that easily.
• Before starching a garment turn it inside out and dip it in water for even spread of starch
in it. Wring out the excess water and then dip it in the starch solution.
• Squeeze the fabric well and hang it in the sun to dry.
i) Generally, we starch table clothes, mats, tray clothe and napkins, heavily and inner
wear garments lightly.
ii) Do not starch under garments and those garments which are close fittings as the
starch may cut your skin and make you uncomfortable.

iii) If the clothes have to be starched as well as blued, do it together in one solution, by
adding blue to the diluted starch and water solution.
Remember : If the cloth absorbs more blue, dip it in plain water with a few drops
of white vinegar or lime juice. The extra blue will get removed.
v) Drying : After rinsing, starching and bluing the clothes are dried. Hang the clothes
by their strongest part along the clothes line. Articles dried in the sun should be
removed as soon as they dry. Over exposure to sunlight can weaken the fabric and
makes it pale.
vi) Ironing : Cotton clothes are ironed best when they are evenly damp. Sprinkle
water evenly on them, role them tightly and leave them for some time. Now open
them one by one and iron with a hot iron. Leave them for some time to dry before
storing.
vii) Storing : After ironing, clothes must be kept in fresh air until they get dry completely.
Then store them in almirah. Remember, fungus grows quickly on cotton fabrics.
Hence, while storing cottons make sure that they are completely dry.
• Do not soak coloured cottons clothes because they becoming pale.
• Wash using kneading and squeezing method.
• Rinse thoroughly and apply starch after turning clothes inside out in the last rinse.
• Dry in shade. Store clothes when they are completely dry.
2 table spoons of starch mixed in 5 liters of water is sufficient for starching 4-5 clothes
8.4.2 Laundering of synthetic clothes

Laundering of nylon, polyester and acrylic clothes is slightly different from other clothes.
• Use any good soap, rub lightely while washing.
• Rinse well in cold water to remove soap completely.
• To avoid wrinkles do not squeeze tightly.
• Preferably dry on a hanger. It will help to maintain the original shape.
• Use luke-warm or cold water to iron synthetic clothes.
• It wrinkles are more, use hot water.
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Store when completely dry.
Remember : While washing you can treat terrycot as synthetic fabric.
8.4.3 Laundering of silk clothes

Use luke-warm or cold water, and good neutral soap light pressure and light rubbing is
applied for washing. There is no need to soak silk clothes.
• Rinse well in cold water to remove soap completely.
• Apply starch (gum arabica) and dry in shade.
• Pick up the clothes when evenly damp and iron with a warm iron. Silk gets stained if
water is sprinkled on dry clothes.
• Store preferably on hangers when completely dry.
8.4.4 Laundering of woolen clothes

Woolens are more delicate than any of the fabrics used in the house. Hence woolens need
utmost care while washing. Knitted woolen clothes lose shape when wet, hence they need to be
put back to shape after washing and need to be dried on a flat surface.
Following steps should be followed for washing woolens:
• Take outline of the knitted dress on a paper before washing.
• Use mild alkaline soap/detergent dissolved in luke warm water.
• Use kneading and squeezing method to wash.
• Rinse thoroughly, to avoid wrinkles.
• Knitted items must be brought back into shape by putting them back on the paper draft
taken earlier and dried on flat surface in shade.
• Steam press if necessary.
• Store them when completely dry in a dry place either on a hanger or on a flat surface and
put naphthalene balls or odonil tablets while storing.
1) Mention two methods of washing clothes.
2) Which clothes should not be starched? What is the reason?
3) What care should be taken to store cotton clothes.

Key Points
• Laundering consists of Washing or dry-cleaning garments to remove dirt, perspiration and

smell. Using stiffening agents like starch and gum and brightening or bleaching agents, drying
them and then iron or press them and finally fold and hang garments at a secured place.
• Removing grease using absorbents and solvents is called dry cleaning leather, fur, selected
silks and woolens, zari and other costly fabrics are dry cleaned.
• Clothes can be washed by Friction methods namely hand friction; scrubbing with brush;
beating with stick and washing by kneading and squeezing.
• Clothes should preferably be dried outside in fresh air and sun.
• Laundery should be done separately for plain and coloured cottons and should be dried in
under shade.
• It is important to follow ironing instructions and also follow the appropriate ironing
temperature.

1) What is the temperature range to be used for ironing different types of fabrics?
2) What are the laundering skills.
3) How will you wash a white cotton garment? Explain with reasons
4) How does the laundering of synthetic clothes differ from laundering of cotton clothes?
5) Identify the garments which require extra hot temperature for ironing from the following.
( )
A) Nylon B) Linen
C) Wool D) Silk
6) Identify the appropriate garments for which stiffening agents can be used. ( )
A) Rayon B) Linen
C) Wool D) Polyester
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UNIT -III
UNIT-III
Chapter
9 Clothing and Linen

for the Family
We ware clothes for protection against climate, modesty and beauty, and also to show status.
In the last units we have learnt about fibres and their properties, fabric construction methods, and
the different types of finishing touches applied to textiles. These finishing touches give fabric a
specific look with the help of which we are able to recognise the fabric.
• What is household linen?
• What factors do you consider while purchasing clothes?
• What are the indicators of fabric quality?
• What do the labels on the garments indicate?
Let us know more details of them and sort out some of the problems related to selection of
textiles and fabric for household goods intended for daily use, such as bedding, tablecloths and
towels etc.
Learning Outcomes
The learner…
♦ Explains the selection of fabrics for different uses based on fabric properties.
♦ List out and explains the factors influencing selection of clothing.
♦ Identifies the importance of labels and markings as quality indicators.
♦ Explains malpractices in trading of textiles and clothing.
♦ Explains the points to be kept in mind while judging quality of textile products and
ready-made garments.
♦ Explains the differences between garments chosen for personal and household needs.
♦ Classifies fibres and fabrics basing on the characteristics.
♦ Applies scientific concepts learnt about fabrics in day to day life.
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9.1 Selection of fabric for different uses
• What are the different uses of household fabrics?
• Why do you buy cotton and not synthetics for summer wear?
Generally, we use different fabrics for different purposes in the home. Like, fabric used for
curtains is different from the fabric used for apparel or the other garments. A particular type of
fabric is used for a particular purpose. The difference in fabrics depends on fibre, yarn, fabric
construction techniques and also the finishing given to the fabric. Let us learn about the properties
of fibres influence our selection of textiles and clothing.
9.1.1 Properties of fibres

Let's look at how properties of fabric like, length and appearance, moisture absorption, heat
conductivity and strength affect the selection of fabric.
i) Length and appearance :
Cotton, jute and wool are natural fibres where as nylon and polyester are synthetic
fibres. The fabrics made with natural fibres have a rough look and those made with
synthetic fibres have a smooth and shiny look. Also, short wavy fibres like those of
cotton and wool tend to become dirty very easily. Whenever we need cloth with a
smooth and shiny look, we will look for fabrics made of synthetic and silk fibres. For
this some finishings are applied on rough and dull fabrics which give them a smooth and
shiny appearance. For example, starched cotton has a smooth look. But starch is a
temporary finish which is removed on washing.
ii) Moisture absorption : Cotton absorbs moisture easily whereas synthetic fabrics have
low moisture absorbency. When the weather is hot and humid, we prefer cotton clothes
because they absorb the perspiration and keep the skin cool. Since synthetic clothes do
not absorb sweat, they are uncomfortable to wear in summers. Similarly, while choosing
undergarments and socks, this property must be kept in mind.
iii) Heat conductivity : This property refers to the ability of the fibre to conduct heat away
from the body. Cotton and rayon are good conductors of heat and keep the body cool.
Woollen clothes are very bad conductor of heat, hence keeps the body warm. Keep this
property of fabrics in mind when you choose clothes for summer or winter. Selecting
cotton clothes for summers and woollens for winter is a very good choice.
iv) Strength : Ease of washing a fabric depends upon the strength of it. Some fibres become
weak when wet. Examples: Wool, silk, rayon etc. Fabrics like cotton and synthetics are
extremely strong and can be washed and cleaned easily. Hence, clothes for daily wear
which need frequent washing must be made of cotton or synthetic fabrics. Delicate
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fabrics like silk are more suitable for occasional use. So that, they need not be washed
frequently. Being the strongest fabric, nylon is used for industrial purposes, for making
parachutes and ropes.
How can you find out the true quality of a garment that looks good? Take the corner of
the cloth and rub it between your hands. If a white powder chalks out of the cloth, avoid
buying it. So, when you are selecting fabrics, remember that all that shines and looks
good cannot be of good quality. See carefully what you are buying and what its use is.
Knowledge of fabric properties will guide you to make a correct decision.
1) How do you get an assurance that what you are buying is according to your requirement?
2) Write down the factors influencing in selection of fabrics?
9.2 Factors influencing selection of clothing
• Which fabric is suitable for making baby garments?
• Which fabric is poor conductor of heat?
• Which fabric keeps you warm in winter?
The clothes that you choose to buy and wear are influenced by several factors such as climate,
age, occasion, activity and occupation.
9.2.1 Climatic factors
Wearing clothes according to season is also important to maintain good health. Clothes protect
us from extreme heat and cold. Besides, clothes must be clean or else will cause problems to
skin. We wear cottons in summer. They keep the skin comfortable because they absorb sweat to
keep the body cool and dry. We wear woollens in winter. Wool keeps us warm and protects us
from cold during winter. As you know woollen clothes are expensive and proper care is needed
for their maintenance. People living in cold climate need to wear woollen clothes to keep warm.
People living in very hot climates as in deserts need to wear turbans of thick cloth to protect their
heads and wear long robes to stay cool.
9.2.2 Occasions
When you are attending a marriage you wear dresses in bright colours
like lehenga cholis, ghagras and shararas. We would prefer, rather feel
comfortable in dresses which fits well and allows for ease of movement on
busy routine days. Simple clothing with minimum accessories like a formal
salwar kameez will give a more professional look for an interview. Sari,
formal trousers, shirt, tie would be a good option that will make you feel
active and confident.
9.2.3 Age
The type of clothing worn change with the age. Clothes worn by an "adult-woman" are
definitely not the same as those worn by a college going girl. Similarly, men will prefer to wear
light and comfortable clothes rather than fashionable ones. Let us see how the type of clothes
worn change with age.
i) Infant wear : The clothing requirements from birth to 12 months
of age are few. The major requirements of the newborn are for
warmth, comfort and cleanliness. Clothes should be soft and light
as babies have tender and delicate skin. Their clothes should be
simple to put on and take off. It is also important that they should
be easy to maintain. Cotton shirts that slip on or that have double-
breasted front opening with snaps are some easy to wear styles.
The diapers should be made of absorbent and soft cotton material.
ii) School going children : Children of this age group are in the
growing stage. They like to run, play and are very active. Hence,
their clothes must be made of strong and durable fabrics, which
can take a lot of wear and tear. While selecting, do take care to
see that there is adequate cloth inside the seams which can be
opened up to fit rapidly growing children. The clothes must also
be easy to wash as they get dirty frequently.
iii) The youth : This is the age when one starts going to college. Teenagers are very
conscious about clothes and want to wear the 'latest' styles. They like to have variety in
their clothes because they do not want to repeat the same dress every day. It is advisable
to select clothes which they can mix and match so that they can achieve variety with few
clothes e.g. few colours of churidars or salwars can
be combined with few 'Kameez' which can go with
all legwears. Similarly if a teenage boy gets a couple
of pair of jeans and a few T-shirts, he can wear them
in different combinations.
iv) Adults : Selection of clothes for adults depends to a large extent upon the type of work
that a person is engaged in. A working woman need clothes which are easy to launder
and which do not need much ironing because she has very limited time. She will also
prefer to wear clothes which do not easily wrinkle as she must look good till the end of
the day.
♦ Which fabrics do not wrinkle easily?
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v) Old age : Old age brings its own problems. The body becomes stiff, the eye sight
becomes weak and energy level is considerably reduced. The clothes they wear must be
loose and comfortable rather than fashionable.
9.2.4 Profession / occupation

• What is the uniform of a soldier?
Doctor and nurses wear white or light coloured simple clothes. Such a dress gives a neat and
clean look and also has a soothing effect on the patient. Many professions have a specific dress
code which gives them a special identity, for example people working in the hotel industry,
airlines, traffic policemen, security guards. Sportsmen especially athletes and tennis players wear
tiny shorts and snug tops of highly absorbent fabric. Similarly a swim suit would look appropriate
only near a swimming pool. Clubs, hotels and often formal parties have their own dress regulations.
When you have to take a long bus or train journey you should wear clothes comfortable for
travelling i.e., preferably of dark colours and should not crumple easily.
Certain specialised activities require special apparel, for example special overcoats are
worn by people who work in the laboratory, nuclear power plants. They protect the workers
against radiation hazards. Workers in mines wear mining suits and special helmets fitted with
torches. Divers wear wet suits with slippers that help them move easily under water. Astronauts
wear space suits fitted with total life support system to sustain and protect them from the harmful
effects of outer space. Firemen wear apparel made of fire proof fabrics. What should you wear
while working in the kitchen? Yes, go in for snug cotton clothing. Avoid loose fitting clothes and
hanging dhupattas and shawls.
1) Write about the special dresses wear by any five professionals.
2) What properties will you keep in mind, while selecting summer wear garments?
3) What are the reasons for changing clothing choice with the age?
9.3 Labels and markings

• What is the use of different types of labels attached to garments?
A label is a piece of paper or plastic that is attached to the fabrics and garments in order to
give information about them. A garment label is a communicator between the buyer and product.
A garment label contains various types of information of that garment, such as buyer name, country
of origin, types of fabric, types of yarn, fabric composition, garments size, special instruction
about care etc. The information on labels includes brand names, pictures, designs, date of
manufacture, packing etc. and any other legal material that the manufacturer may care to put on it.

The labels have some written information or some graphic display. Labels are made of many
types of material- eg., paper, cardboard, fabric, tin or a simple tag attached to the product. In
packages these can be a part of the package.
• What about label on the yardage?

In the beginning of each fabric or 'Thaan' there is a symbol called a 'marking'. Sometimes we
just look at the emblem, picture or name by which we may identify the product. Eg. Bombay
Dyeing. 'Wool mark' is used for pure wool products. There are also care labels which give
information regarding washing, ironing, storing, etc. of the product.
Another type of labels are designed to tell consumers about care, usage composition of a
product and performance. This type of label is called informative label. However what all is
given on a marking may not be meaningful, for example, a name like Lizy bizy is not providing any
meaningful information about the composition of the fabric.
Activity-1
Collect 10 samples of labels. Look at them carefully and fill up the following table. One of
these has been done for your convenience.
Sl.No. Label Information provided Placement of the label
1 XL Size : Extra large. Stitched at the back of neckline /

collar.
2
1) What do the labels on clothing and apparel indicate?
9.4 Malpractices in sales

• What qualities do one look for while selection and purchasing fabrics?
You all must have heard about various types of malpractices by traders or manufacturers of
food items or electrical gadgets. Same is the case with the textiles and clothing sector. It is
essential for all of us to know about them and to do the needful to control them. Some of the
commonly observed malpractices in this area are;
a) Giving lesser quantity and/or poor quality of the product :
Four meters of fabric bought for a suit often turns out to be 3.80 meters when you
measure it. The retailer who does this, either uses a short measuring rod or stretches the
fabric while measuring it.
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b) Cheating on price :
Traders charge more than the price displayed on the item or on the packet containing
goods. They name some tax and add it to the price printed on to the label. They may
show some word on the label, for example by showing 'silk finish' label and charge
extra for it.
c) Selling defective goods :
There are many traders sell materials of seconds as fresh and charge the price of fresh
products. Sometimes traders may also sell materials by hiding small and unnoticed
defects.
b) Providing false, misleading and incomplete labels and markings :
When you buy fabric for curtains, the marking should tell about light fastness. If it does
not, then it is incomplete information. The information provided on the label on a garment
is often quite vague and incomplete. For example, a label on a ready-to-wear garment
does not say anything about washing, drying, ironing, and storing of the item. So it is so
consumers should to be alert and give no chance to the manufacturer or retailer to
practice these malpractices and get in touch with concerned people to file complaint.
There is a Consumer Protection Regulation Act (1988) which covers all the above
discussed malpractices.
1) What are the different malpractices prevalent in selling fabrics?
9.5 Guidelines for judging quality of fabrics

• Which fabric is more soft and durable?
• Which criteria are considered in selection of ready-mades?

There are an astonishing variety of fabrics in the market these days. Manmade fibres, blends
and a lot of natural fibres have brought a revolution in the textile industry. For instance, cottons
blended with Lycra are very popular in pants and jeans. These are comfortable and give a good
fit. Khadi and its blends with cotton and silk are catching the eye of both young and old. Many
synthetic fibre blends are also popular because of their easy wear and care property. It is now
possible to choose the fabric that is just right for a particular purpose.
When you go for selecting and purchasing fabrics just keep in mind the characters like
appearance, durability, finish, comfort, care, structure, then you would be successful in making a
good purchase.

i) Material : The cloth should be pleasing to touch. Durability of fabric depends on the
kind and quality of the fibre, strength of the yarn, the amount of twist in the yarn and
compactness of struction. A closely woven fabric has a larger quantity of yarns than a
loosely woven fabric and is therefore more durable.
ii) Weave : The strength of the cloth may be tested by applying tension between the two
thumbs. Yarns should not be obliquely placed. Filler yarns should meet selvedges at
right angle. Weave should be uniform when you hold it up to the light and check for any
unusually thin or thick areas. The light test will also show up weak spots or any other
irregularities.
iii) Finishing : Note the smell of the clothes; it should be clean and not oily. Look against
the light for even dyeing. When buying velvets, towels, etc. see that the nap or pile in
raised fabrics is dense and fine.
1) What aspects of weaving should be considered for the quality of the garments?
2) How to know the durability and softness of the fabric?
9.6 Selection of readymade garments / clothes

• Which factors should be taken into consideration while buying ready-made garments?
In today's fast moving life, it is very difficult to take out time for getting clothes stitched. We
have to go to the market to buy a fabric, look for a tailor, order stitching and wait till the dress is
ready. To escape from all of these we have an alternative of buying a ready-made dresses /
clothes.
There are markets which sell ready-made garments at a very low price. The only problem is
that these items are not made with your measurements hence may not fit you. Hence it is important
to know what you should look for when you are buying a readymade dress.
9.6.1 Guide to purchase ready-made clothes

i) Design of the garment : The design of any cloth is based on four important elements
Shape, form, colour and texture and the type of fabric. The following factors should be
taken into consideration while buying ready-made garments.
♦ Reliable shop
♦ Suitable for the occasion
♦ Within the budget
♦ Correct size and fit
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♦ Non fading colour
♦ Pleasing design
♦ Latest fashion / design / style
♦ Right choice for the amount paid
♦ Suitable to the climate
♦ Adequate trimmings / workmanship
♦ Colour fastness
♦ Accepted style
♦ Label with care and washing instructions information
♦ Hand feel and Satisfaction
ii) Fit : After you have selected a dress based on its outer appeal,
you have to see the size and fit. In fitting, we look at the
shoulders, bust, waist and length. It should be appealing to
the figure. Take the exact measurements of the person and buy
the garment accordingly.
3) Workmanship : Look at the back side of the dress for structural details. Pull one end of
the seam to check the durability. There should be enough seam allowance flexibility.
Check the fasteners and zippers by opening and closing. No raw edges should be visible.
Piping's, facings, etc. should be neatly done.
4) Price : Price factor actually goes along with all above factors. The quality of fabric,
constructional details, embroidery, etc. will definitely influence the price. Normally,
we have the idea that high priced garments are expected to be of high quality, but this is
not always true.
5) Care and maintenance : Most of the time when we buy a dress and after its first wash
we find that the colour of piping spoils the whole dress, or sometimes after ironing, the
lace gets burnt. For a wise selection of readymade garments we should read the care
instructions at the time of purchase and tally with the price. Buy a fabric which requires
minimum of care and maintenance.
9.6.2 Disadvantages of ready-made garments / clothes

• The sizes are standardised and with a limited fit. Proper fitting is not possible some
times.
• Sizes vary according to the country, brand and product.
• Not possible to recognize the garment quality.

• Fabrics are not always of the best quality.
• You have to select from the available models.
• Some of the readymade garments are less durable due to poor quality in stitching.
9.6.3 Differences between home-stitched and ready-made garments

Readymade and tailor made garments both have their own advantages and disadvantages.
Differences between home-stitched and ready-made garments
Home-stitched garments Ready-made garments
Tailoring is for an individual person or a small Garments industries are for mass people.
group of people.
A garment is made for a particular person. Garments are made for many people at a time.
Body measurement of a particular person is Standard body measurements chart is taken into
taken into an account. an account.
No grading is done. Grading is done for a particular size.
Exact designs and coloured garments can be Exact designs and coloured garments are not
made. available.
Single ply of fabric is used during cutting. Multiple plies of fabric are used during cutting.
Wastage of fabric is high. Wastage of fabric is less.
Price may be high. Price may be reasonable.
No need of pattern and get clothes of our choice. Pattern is a must and may not get clothes of
our choice.
It takes more time to make garments. It takes comparatively less time.
9.6.4 Attire and costume design

• What do you mean by personal grooming and dressing?
Practicing personal grooming maintains his or her appearance and can promote positive
self-esteem. Wearing fresh clothes neatly, especially attractively is called dressing and grooming.
Need to dress as per one's profession that reflecting personality.
1) What fabrics and dresses are most appropriate for college-going girls and why?
2) What is the meaning of readymade garments?
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Key Points
• Clothes are used for daily family members and household uses such as curtains, bedding, and
table clothes, towels etc.
• The difference in fabrics depends on the thread, yarn, fabric construction methods and the
finishing given to the fabric.
• The selection of clothes influenced by several factors such as climate, age, occasion, activity
and occupation.
• We wear cottons in summers. It keeps the skin comfortable because it absorbs sweat and
dries up quickly to keep the body cool and dry. We wear woollens in winters. Wool keeps
you warm and protects you from cold during winters.
• During special occasions we wear bright coloured dresses.
• A label gives information about garments. It contains various types of information of that
garment, such as buyer name, country of origin, type of fabric, types of yarn, fabric composition,
garment size, special instructions about care etc.
• Giving lesser quantity or poor quality of the product, cheating on price defective goods are
some of the commonly observed malpractices in textiles and clothing sector.
• Appearance, durability, comfort, construction, finishing etc. qualities will be considered
while selecting and purchasing fabrics.
• We have to maintain some buying criteria for readymade garments such as reliable shop,
suitable for the occasion, within the budget, correct size/fit, latest fashion or print, and wash
and care instructions/ label information etc.
• Readymade and tailor made garments both have their own advantages and disadvantages.
1) What are the criteria considered during purchase of garments?
2) What are commonly observed malpractices in garment industry and textile industry?
3) Write about the disadvantages of ready-made garments.
4) Explain about the different types of labels?
5) What factors should be taken into consideration while buying ready-made garments?
6) Describe the factors which influence the purchase of clothes.
7) Write the differences between home-stitched and ready-made garments?
8) Identify the fabric from the following that is the most suitable for making [ ]
baby garments.
A. Polyester B. Cotton C. Nylon D. Silk
9) Which of the following is an advantage of home-stitched garments? [ ]
A. Exact designs and coloured garments can be made
B. Grading is done for a particular size.
C. Price may be reasonable.
D. Wastage of fabric is less.

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10 Housing
Shelter is the main basic need of Human beings after food and clothing.
All animals make shelters according to their requirements. The shelter of Human beings is
called house. There are many types of houses like villa, independent house, apartment flat,
bungalow hut etc.
• What are your priorities, while selecting a house?
We need a home to living together with all our family members. There are many important
considerations such as clean locations and surroundings and sanitation etc. while selecting a
home. Let us discuss about the functions of home, how to utilize the space of home efficiently,
how to decorate our homes aesthetically, cleaning and sanitation processes, how to maintain a
home and household equipment. How to generate income from roof gardens etc. in detail in this
chapter.
Learning Outcomes
The learner….
♦ Explains the components related to maintenance of a home.
♦ Identifies different areas in the house for efficient utilisation.
♦ Maintains hygiene inside and outside the house in daily life.
♦ Relates the effect of poor sanitation to ill health at home.
♦ Organizes all areas of the home effectively and aesthetically.
♦ Appreciates the homemakers for making the house as home for home maintenance.
Home
Home Household
maintenance Equipment
Light and
Functions Surroundings Decoration Facilities Plants
ventilation
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10.1 Functions of home:
• What is the difference between a house and a home?
In general the words ‘Home’ and ‘House’ are used interchangeably. But there is a difference.
HOUSE HOME
A physical construction A family starts living in a ‘house’
is made of brick, sand and makes it a ‘home’ by sharing,
and cement etc is called loving and jointly performing
house. different household activities with
love and affection.
Now you must have understood that a home is much more than a house. A house has to be
converted into a home. As the saying goes, “East or west home is the best”. Home provides not
only the shelter but also provides security and belongingness. It provides physical and emotional
needs of all the family members. Let us discuss in detail.
Functions
of Home
Health
Protective Economic Religious Educative Social Status and
Hygiene
Protective : Home provides security, shelter, protection from animals, dacoits and enemies.
It also gives protection from extreme temperature and climate conditions.
Economic : Money is saved by staying together and sharing everything. Value in terms of
money and can be used to perform some income generating activities.
Religious : Home is suitable place to perform the religious activities and to celebrate various
festivals.
Educative : A child’s basic education starts from home. It plays keyrole in the educational
development of children.
Social : Home promotes interaction within and outside the family.
Status : Home and its maintenance. method enhances our status / value in the society.
Health and Hygiene : Home gives us mental peace, health and hygiene. It also helps us to
release from stress and strain with love and affection.
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1) What are the social functions of home?
2) How does the home gives protection to us?
10.2 Surroundings of home
Now you understand that our home meets many of our needs. Let us now know about measures
to be taken regarding the surroundings of home which improves health and economic conditions.
Surroundings
of Home
Household
Physical Neighbor Transport Health and
Clean house Sanitation Greenery needs
Environment hood Convenience Hygienic
areas
Physical environment : Our house should not be close to heavy traffic areas and factories.
Low lying areas, open drained areas should be avoided. An elevated area with good soil to
grow our garden and water availability should be there.
Neighbourhood : Importance must be given to the neighborhood with social values. Ensure
that our neighbours also maintain clean and hygienic conditions.
Transport convenience : Adults living in a house have to go to their jobs and children have
to go to school or college. Transport facilities are required to meet our daily needs.
Clean house and garbage free surroundings : Home surroundings must be without garbage
and drainage.
Sanitation : Ensure good sanitation in all the directions of our home. Now-a-day’s all the
areas are ODF (Open Defecation Free). So ensure that all the neighbours having Sulabh
Shauchalaya and no open defecation in our surroundings.
Greenery : Plants absorb Carbon-di-Oxide and release Oxygen, which is useful for the
living organisms. They reduce noise pollution, bring nature nearby and give fresh air to lead
healthy and peaceful life. Ensure the plants growth inside and outside the home.
Health and Hygienic : Our home surroundings must be healthly and hygienic with beautiful
nature. Avoid stagnant water pits, which are the reservoir for the insects, which causes
diseases.
Availability of Home appliances : To meet our daily needs, we need a market (groceries
and vegetable), post office, bank and hospital etc. should be within reasonable walking
distance from the home.
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1) How greenary is important in our surroundings?
2) Why our home requires transport convenience?
10.3 Decoration
An ideal home is the one that provides space for all the activities such as cooking dining,
sleeping, entertainment etc. We can make the best use of the available spaces with suitable
decoration to make a house functional and be comfortable for all the occupants. Decoration is
carried in home such as …
Decoration
Exterior Interior
Outside Plants Gate and Parking

Elevation and
walls Flowers Compound area
Wall Inside Floor
Lights Flower in
walls gand potted decoration
plants
Exterior decoration : This is the decoration made outside the house. Let us know in detail...
Elevation : Designed and symbolic elevation at home gives a remarkable grace and status in
the society.
Outside walls : They must be painted with waterproof painting and if possible we may add
designs also for rich and attractive look. Nowadays antidust paints are also available in the
market.
Plants and flowers : Plants give pleasant atmosphere and peacefull surroundings. Plants
along side walls, potted plants, creepers, vase flowers lit up the place with beauty.
Gate, gate lights and compound wall : Gate, gate lights and the design of compound wall
with quality paints gives attraction and raises our socio economic status.
Parking area : Tiles in parking area must be attractive, strong, comfortable, rough and non
slippery.
Interior decoration : This is the decoration made inside the home.
Our home consists of different parts. To perform these multiple activities, we must take care
of the interior decoration.
Inside walls : Inside walls must be painted with light colors, which reflects the light very
well and gives peace of mind. It is best to paint cartoons on the bedroom walls of children.
Lights : Proper lighting is important to perform various activities in the home. Decorative
lighting and chandeliers enhances the beauty of the home, particularly during the evening
hours. It is comfortable for children's study also.
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Flowering and potted plants : Choose flowers and potted plants according to your taste and
need. Greenery in the home also gives fresh air and mental peace. Place the flowers and
potted plants where it can be seen and appreciated.
Floor decoration : Decorating the floor, kitchen with tiles gives beauty to the home. Rangoli
etc., are done at the entrance of house, on steps, in front of pooja room and as a border of the
room. Generally marble flooring gives long life.
1) Why should we decorate our home?
2) Why does paints on the outside walls and in side walls of home should be different?
10.4 Facilities
Our home consists of different parts. These are cooking, eating, sleeping, bathing, storing,
entertaining, studying etc.
The following are some facilities to be present in the house.
Kitchen : Ideally kitchen should be in the east or south east
corner to get direct sunlight during morning. Sunlight has
disinfectant properties which kills the germs. A kitchen should
have a good drainage system and storage space. For sanitation
wiremesh doors should be provided to keep away flies and
mosquitoes. Exhaust fan can be installed to exit smoke. The
kitchen should have light colors on walls which reflect
maximum light. There should be adequate arrangements for standing and cooking.
Hall or study room : It is a place to entertain guests,
relaxation, reading and entertainment. It should be near
the entrance of the building. Furniture is arranged in such
a manner that people can see and talk to each other
comfortably. Good lighting is needed for reading as well
as viewing digital lessons.
Bedrooms : We spend 1/3rd of our life in sleeping and

taking rest in bedrooms. They should offer privacy and be
free from noise. Rectangular bedrooms are more convenient
for accommodating beds, other furniture and storage.
Preferably bedroom should have an attached bathroom or
toilet. A dressing table can be provided in this room. A
good wardrobe should be there to keep clothes.
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Bathroom : A combination of bathing space, water closet and
wash area is referred to as a bathroom. Floor should be non
slippery and easy to clean.
All the necessary equipment in the room should be arranged
conveniently.
By careful planning and following the above tips, our family
can enjoy a comfortable home.
• First of all make a list of all the activities which take place in each room.
• Mark space for every activity. Allot appropriate space to different activities to be
performed int he home.
• Do not fill rooms with unnecessary materials. Many tasks can be facilitated by furnishing
multipurpose furniture such as dining can be combined with kitchen or drawing room or
study can be combined with bedroom.
• Some pieces of furniture can be used as storage units and room dividers. For example,
the drawing room can be partitioned with shelves on either side. Books can be placed
on the shelf facing the living room, whereas, crockery items can be stored in the shelves
on the dining room side.
• Storage can be provided in the furniture itself like bed with boxes, tables and stools
with drawers etc.
• The space below the staircase can be converted into a store room or converted into a
toilet.
Activity-1
Fill the table according to facilities available in your home.
Required facility / character Present / Absent Suggestion to improve
Clean and dustless surroundings

Friendly neighbours
Clean and hygienic home
Availability of home appliances
Transport facilities
Availability of shops
1) What facilities should be present in the hall of a home? Write the benifits of each
facility.
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10.5 MAINTAINING HYGIENE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE HOUSE
Let us discuss the aspects which are important in maintaining hygiene for a healthy living.
Three aspects need special care.
• Light
• Ventilation
• Sanitation
Light : Proper lighting is important to perform
various activities in the house. It also enhances
the beauty of the house, particularly during the
evening hours. Every house has two types of
lighting:
i) Natural lighting : The light that we receive from natural sources i.e. the sun.
ii) Artificial lighting : The light that we receive from artificial sources such as tube light,
bulbs through electricity etc.
Sunlight is important for all the rooms but more specially for kitchen and bathrooms where
water is used frequently. If sunlight does not enter into these areas they will remain dark and
damp. It will encourage the entry of mosquitoes and cockroaches. It is not very hygienic to stay in
such a home. This increases the chances of infections and fungal diseases.
Ventilation : You know that houses have doors,
windows, and ventilators and exhaust fans. These are made
to allow fresh air inside the house and remove stale air.
Fresh air is essential for healthy living. We must ensure that
the home has proper ventilation. Cross ventilation is
desirable, the openings at the floor level help to bring in
fresh air and the openings near the ceilings drive out stale
air.
Sanitation : In order to prevent the spread of diseases and to
keep our home and home environment clean and healthy sanitation
must be provided by removing garbage and human excreta time to
time.
1) Why we require lighting for our home?
2) What is the necesssity of windows and ventilations?
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10.6 Maintaining cleanliness
Dust is a great enemy of our health, as most of the diseases are spread by it. So, it must be
removed. Use green dustbins for biodegradable waste and blue dusbins for non-biodegradable
waste. It can be used as compost or can be disposed.
Generally the entire house is thoroughly cleaned only
before some major festivals or special occasions like a
marriage in the family or a birth celebration. We do some
clearing activities daily, weekly and seasonally. They are many
tools available in the market to make our work easier.
Project Work
Complete the following table by doing the project.
Cleaning process Daily Weekly Monthly Seasonally Material used
Sweeping and mopping of floors
Dusting surfaces, cleaning of
carpets
Cleaning of bathrooms, toilets and
wash basins
Polishing the wooden surfaces
and other areas
Cleaning of rooms after removing
all furniture
Removing cobwebs, cleaning
shelves of kitchens
Airing mattresses, pillow, rugs and
carpets in sunlight
Cleaning store room
Washing curtains and bed sheets
Separation and throwing out wet
and dry waste
10.6.1 General points to be considered for cleaning home
• Thorough knowledge of the methods of cleaning will simplifying the work.
• Prevent dirt getting into the house by using special pair of footwear for indoor use and
foot mats. It prevents outside dirt getting into the house.
• Fine wire mesh door and windows block entry of dust and insects.
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• In daily cleaning: Sweep from inside to outside of the home. Open doors and windows
to allow fresh air to enter. Sweep the rooms with a soft broom. Sweeping should be
followed by dusting of furniture. Brush carpets or rugs. Finish by mopping floors. A
disinfectant like phenyl may be added to the water for mopping the floor.
10.6.2 Cleaning of different surfaces and materials
The home has different surfaces like walls, mirrors, pictures, tiles, toilet floors. There are
many items to be cleaned such as plastic mugs, buckets and metal objects. In order to clean these,
different materials are required.
Surfaces Materials required
Floors Broom, brushes, soap or detergent, water, lime phenyl

etc
Ceramic tiles, kitchen and bathroom Soap or detergent, commercial tile cleaners,
tiles hydrochloric acid etc.
Plastic mug, buckets, chairs, taps Luke warm soap or detergent solution, vinegar and avoid
hard cleaners
Glass / mirror windows glass / mirror Moist news paper pad, vinegar and commercial glass
cleaners etc.
Metal taps, brass taps, iron articles Lemon, vinegar, tamarind, hot soapy water etc.
Wood surfaces Soft cloth, sponge wrung out of a mild soap and vinegar
etc.
10.6.3 Removal of garbage
During our household activities, garbage and domestic waste is produced. Household waste
generally has two kinds of waste material.
i) Biodegradable waste : Kitchen waste that is vegetables and fruit peels are bio-
degradable and should be placed in green dustbin. In rural areas, a pit should be dug for
the disposal of bio-degradable household garbage. It should be covered with soil. After
sometime, the garbage will turn into manure, which can be used in the kitchen garden.
ii) Non-biodegradable waste : Polythene bags, plastic bottles are non-biodegradable.
They should be placed in blue dustbin and disposed.
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Disposal of waste water :
There is generally a fair amount of waste water generated from our home. Waste water from
the bathroom, washing place and kitchen should be led by a drainage pipe to the kitchen garden or
a soakage pit. We should never let waste water stagnate near the house.
Therefore, soakage pits are the best alternative for disposing off waste water.
10.6.4 Soaking Pit :

These are very important for areas where there is no drainage
system. It is the best way to harvest rain water and other type of water
in our houses.
Procedure to construct soakate pit : They are cheap and easy

to construct.
A suitable soakage pit is about 2 metres deep, 1 meter wide and long enough to deal with the
household waste water. The average length is 2-3 meters. Fill one third of the pit with coarse
stones, preferably over burnt bricks pieces. The middle portion is filled with small stones and
pebbles and the upper most portion with sand. The soakage pit may be covered with soil and
grass. The waste water from the house is led through a drainage pipe in to the soakage pit. The
waste gradually percolates and soaks away into the ground from the pit.
Project Work
Collect the information from your surroundings and fill the table.
Sl.No. Details Presently doing Suggestion to improve
1 Collection of waste material

2 Separation of dry and wet waste
3 Composting the wet waste
4 Drainage details
5 Usage of public dustbins
6 Throwing dry waste
7 Cleaning of drainage
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1) Write the procedure to construct the soakage pit.
2) Write about waste management procedures methods.
9.7 Plants
Greenery makes positive thinking and gives fresh air. We have to concentrate on growing
plants in
General gardens : Where ever the open space is there,

fill it with plants. They gives us fresh air and pleasure.
Make some space available for potted plants also.
Kitchen garden : Leafy vegetables, coriander, mint

etc. can be grown in the home premises.
Roof garden : Now-a-day’s roof garden is very much

popular and it is also an income generating source.
These plants are of economic source and can be used
for self.
1) How do we get income from roof garden?
Key Points
• Shelter is the main basic need. Human beings shelter is called home.
• There are many important considerations such as location, surroundings, sanitation etc while
selecting a home.
• Home provides not only the shelter but also provides security and belongingness.
• Home provides physical and emotional needs of all the family members.
• It is important that certain points are kept in mind while selecting the home in the suitable
surroundings, which plays an important role in our healthy living.
• Ensure regular cleaning using proper methods to simplify work at home and work place to
save time and energy.
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• Now a day's roof garden is very much popular and it is an income generating source also.
• Soakage pits are the best alternative for disposing off waste water.
• All the necessary equipment in the home should be arranged conviniently.
• Home should be provided with some facilities for comfortable living of all family members.
• Light, ventiliatation and sanitation are important for healthy living.
• Keep surroundings clean, sanitized that makes us disease free.
• We should convert roof garden as income generating source, by growing all varieties of
plants.

1) How lighting influences our health?
2) How can we arrange air movement / transporation at home?
3) What are the activities carried out at home?
4) Choose the wrong one. Drainage pipes and tubes should be kept clean. This leads to ( )
a) smells foul b) waste water flows well
c) insect population will increase d) nighbours envy
5) Write the procedure of soakage pit construction.
6) What are the different types of materials needed to clean various items in the home.
7) Which facilities are to be provided in the hall.
8) Write the differences between house and home.
9) Why decoration is essential for home?
i. Biodegradable waste ( ) a. blue colour dust bin
ii. Non-biodegradable waste ( ) b. outside walls of home
iii. Water proof paint ( ) c. inside walls of home
iv. Light colour paint ( ) d. green colour dust bin
11) Write about the facilities needed for your home.

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Chapter
11 Household Equipment
House hold equipment is a device which assists in household functions such as cooking,
cleaning, food preservation etc. Household equipments like mixie, washing machine, fridge etc
makes the job better and with ease to a home maker. Home maker must know how to use them
correctly and how to repair this equipment to function properly.
• What are the changes that occured in work in modern home appliances time to that of
earlier time?
• What are the household euipments you purchased recently?
• What are the aspects did you consider while purchasing those equipments?
When we go to the market to buy any equipment, we are confronted with a wide range – in
cost, quality, design, material used, and the finishing used etc. We can't imagine the modern life
without household equipment. While choosing required household equipment, what are the points
to be kept in mind, how to use them, how to take care of them etc. are discussed in this chapter.
Learning Outcomes
The learner….
♦ Explains the function of household equipment such as mixie, fridge and grinder etc.
♦ Compares the cost of household equipment with quality.
♦ Makes list of house hold equipments required for a home.
♦ Justifies the purchase of household equipment such as computer for learning.
♦ Draws the diagrams of household equipment such as fridge, television, mixie, grinder
etc.
♦ Appreciates the persons, who will take necessary precautions, while using household
equipment.
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Various types of household equipments
There are house hold equipments that are utilised with or without appling electricity. They
are as follows : Household
Equipment
Electrical Non Electrical

Items Items
Kitchenware Cooling and Lighting Learning and

Entertainment Sound and -
and cooking Heating Business music
11.1 Electrical household equipment

Purchasing and using things suitable for home is an art. Let us see the various types’ electrical
household equipment which is useful for home.
Kitchenware : Kitchenware is the household equipment which is present in kitchen and
used for cooking. Many electrical items are used by the homemakers in the kitchen to do their
work with ease.
Some are …
mixie, grinder, electrical cooker, electrical stove, coffee maker, blender, food processor,
electrical grill, oven, toaster, slicer etc.
Cooling and heating : Many household electrical appliances are used for cooling and
preservation of food material, fruits and vegetables such as fan, cooler, ari Conditioner,
refrigirator etc. Some equipment are used for heating purpose such as heater geysor, iron box
etc. for comfortable living.
Lighting : Many electrical items are used for lighting, when sunlight is not available. Some
are… bulbs, yube lights, CFL and LED’s etc.
Learning, earning and communication : Each and every individual wants to learn something
in daily life. For learning, earning, communication, professional growth and development
we are using some electrical gadgets in our daily life.
Some are… pagers, mobile phones, tabs, walki-talkies, wireless sets, laptops, desktop,
Internet modems, routers, computers and printers etc.
Music and entertainment : Music and entertainment are the part of our life to live comfortably
and peacefully. Mobile, television and computers, camera etc...
These equipments plays a key role in conducting webinars and virtual meetings.
Exercise, health and hygiene : We are using so many electrical equipments for our health and
hygiene. Such as tredmill, vaccume cleaners, water purifier, mosquito repellants, vaporisers,
swaping and moping items etc.
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1) What are the electrical household equipment used for cooking?
2) What are the electrical household equipment used for health and exercise?
11.2 Non- electrical household equipment

Various types of non-electrical equipments plays key role in the comfortable living.
Some are …
Non electrical
Items
Kitchenware Metal Wooden Glass Plastic and Other home

Cloth items
and cooking items items items fiber items needs
Kitchenware and cooking : A wide variety of non-electrical equipment is required in the

kitchen for the purpose of cooking and its requirements, which include metal plates, vessels,
cookers, pans, storing boxes, wooden items, glass and fiber and earthen pots etc.
Metal items : Now-a-day’s artificial metal furniture such as tables, chairs, sofa, beds, water
storage units and small ladders etc... are used in houses.
Wooden items : The items made of wood is all time best for usage. Such as tables, chairs,
sofa, dining table, cots, dressing tables, small ladders etc.
Glass items : Using glass items is the status symbol glassware are used at home. Plates,
dressing tables, bowls, bottles, ward-robes and glasses etc.
Plastic and fiber items : For temporary and easy moving purpose people purchase this type
of furniture, such as chairs, tables, sofa, beds, plates, water storage units and glasses.
Cloth items : Cloth items are useful for the comfortable and decorative purpose such as
beds, pillows or mattresses etc...
Other home needs : They includes cloth bags, dust bins, watering can, gardening tools, tool
kit, sanitizer stand etc.
1) Write about kitchen ware at your home.
2) Name some household items made up of different material.
11.3 Constructions and precautions of electrical household equipment

Let us know about structure and function of some equipments in daily use.
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11.3.1 Iron box
The heat supplied to the ironing surface (or) sole plate is used for
ironing. The lower surface of the sole plate is smooth so that it moves
easily over the fabric. Iron is two types : 1) Automatic 2) Non-
automatic. The automatic iron has a thermostatic control, which helps
us to raise or lower the temperature according to the cloth to be ironed.
Now a days steam iron boxes are available in the market.
Precautions while using iron box :
• Keep the bottom of the iron clean and shining. Otherwise it will leave marks on the
cloth.
• Do not leave the iron on the cloth, when the switch is still on for very long time. This
will burn the cloth.
• Do not touch the iron with your hand to test the hotness. Because you can get an electrical
shock. Wait for the neon indicator- lamp to light up.
• Use a three pin plug to connect the iron to the plug point. This ensures proper earthing of
the equipment.
11.3.2 Toaster
The toaster is a kind of equipment used to toast bread in order to make it
crisp. It has two slots which can hold two or four slices of bread. The
electrical element produces the heat needed to make the bread hot and
crisp.
Toasters are two types; automatic and non-automatic. The automatic
models have a heat regulator which can be set at the desired temperature.
At that temperature the bread slices are released automatically and pop
out of the toaster. In the non-automatic types you have to release the
slices by pressing a knob.
Precautions while using iron toaster :
• Do not use a fork to remove the toast. There is a chance of electric shock, since the coils
are not insulated.
• Do not place the bread with filling in the toaster. Because the filling will melt and catch
fire.
• Do not drop or shake, as this may damage the heating element.
• Disconnect the toaster and food processor from the electric supply before cleaning.
11.3.3 Mixie
The mixer grinder is an equipment which saves lot of our time
and labour. It can grind dry masala and make chutney or even
lassi very quickly. It is used for two types of grinding.
i. Dry grinding: This is used for dry grinding of masalas, coffee
seeds, cereals like dalia etc. In this water is not used.
ii. Wet grinding: This operation needs some amount of water
like making chutneys, milkshakes, lassi and masala paste etc.
Water is used in wet grinder.
Structure : Mixer consists of a base, container and a cover for the container. Base has motor
control inside. There are many sharp steel blades in the container. Most models available today
have many advanced functions of food processors. The cost of mixie or food processor varies
with the number of attachments and functions.
Precautions while using mixie :
• Use the mixer with three-pin plug and at the correct wattage and voltage as indicated.
• Cover the blades with enough food in the bowl. Food should not exceed to 3/4 in the
container, otherwise the grinding will not be adequate.
• If you are using ice, use crushed ice instead of whole pieces. Because big pieces may
break the blades.
• For longer life of the mixer, do not run the motor continuously for long periods.
• Always give break after some time and increase or decrease the speed gradually.
• For removing sticky food add warm water and some detergent and then run it for sometime.
11.3.4 Refrigerator (Fridge)

It uses electricity to keep the temperature low inside the box. Food kept at such
a low temperature does not get spoiled for a long time. The refrigerator also
serves the purpose of giving us cold water and ice in the summer. Now-a-days
modern refrigirators are available in the market, with special features such as
single door, double door, special freezer etec.
Precautions while using refrigerator :
• Use a three pin plug to connect the fridge to the power plug point.
• Do not open refrigerator door too often. Because opening of the door raises the
temperature inside and the refrigerator becomes less efficient.
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• Leave some space at the back and sides for the free circulation of air over the condenser
coils at the back.
• Never place the hot food inside the refrigerator as this raises its temperature and
decreases its efficiency.
• Defrost the freezer compartment periodically to remove the ice that cover the tubes.
This is not needed in the frost free models.
• Clean the foods spilled inside immediately and keep the shelves and walls free from
moisture.
• Disconnect the plug before cleaning the refrigerator, to avoid electric shock.
11.3.5 Water heater
Water heater is used to get hot water quickly. It is made
up of nichrome (Nickle + Chromium) elements. It
becomes hot when electric current passes through it.
When it is placed in the water, it heats up the water.
Now-a-days modern geysors are available in the market.
Precautions while using water heater :
• Don't touch the water to test the hotness of the water, when water heater is switched on.
• Always use a three pinplug, so that the equipment is properly earthed. Read the instructions
carefully before using.
• Use wooden board to hang immersion rod to reduce the chance of an electric shock.
11.3.6 Computer
Computer is a modern technological gadget that works with electricity. It helps in learning,
professional advancement and income generating source also.
In the Covid - pandemic scenario it has become an essential household gadget. It contains the
followign parts.
Computer
Software Hardware
Operating Applications Central Processing Input tools Output tools

System Unit (CPU)

• In computer, operating system and different types of applications together known as
software.
• Different hardware tools are connected with central processing unit (CPU).
• Monitor is output device which displays the information.
• Commands can be given to the computer by using input devices like keyboard and
mouse etc.
• Hard disk is used to store data.
• Digital data can be transfered by using devices such as pendrive (USB), CD, DVD etc.
• Laptop, tabs are easy to carry with us than desktop computer.
1) Explain about software and hardware of computer.
2) What are the precautions in using refrigirator?
11.4 Structure and function of Non-electrical household equipment

Let us know about structure and function of some non-electrical equipment used in our daily
life.
11.4.1 Pressure cooker
Pressure cooker body is made up of aluminum or stainless steel. It is
available in different sizes. It takes less time to cook the food materials,
because of heat and pressure. Safety valve is on lid top and gasket inside
the lid are present in cooker to send the pressure outside .
Precautions while using pressure cooker :
• Don't close the hole, which release the pressure. It will leads to the blasing of the
cooker.
• Don't open the whistle with hand to release the pressure.
• Observe the gasket regularly, and change the gasket, if not functioning properly.
11.4.2 Grater / Slicer

Grater is used to grate food into fine pieces according to the slots /
holes present on its surface. Several (Electrical and non-electrical)
types and models of graters are available in the market. Actually it
is invented to grate the cheese. Now it is available in different
models to grate different types of food.
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11.4.3 Peeler
Peeler is a kitchen tool used for vegetable scraper (remove the outer
layer). This instrument have a sharp blade and a handle. Some peeler
blades are serrated also.
11.4.4. Beater
A beater is kitchen tool used to beat and emulsify the food. It is also
used for introducing air into food matrials. For the different food
requirements various types of beaters are available in the market.
Ex: Whisk beater (for eggs.), flat beater (batter), rai beater (for
curd to make raita). Now-a-days electrical beaters also available
in the market.
11.4.5. Gas stove

Now-a-days uasage of gas-stove had increased. The gas in it is liquified
petroleum gas, supplied by the certified petroleum companies in prescribed
cylinders. These LPG cylinders are connected to stove with a regulator
and a rubber pipe. Gas stoves having 1-4 burners according to the model.
Each burner head have a number of small holes around it, to provide air
for burning. The regulator valve present on the top of the cylinder allows
the gas to move from the cylinder to the burner.
Precautions while using gas stove :
• Keep all parts of the stove and clogged pores of the burner must be cleaned regularly.
• Use the small burner or cook on sim when need less heat.
• Check the rubber pipe which connects cylinder and burner regulary to avoid gas leakage.
• Turn off the cyliner knob / regulator after finishing cooking and at night time.
11.4.6. Solar cooker
Solar cooker utilizes the solar energy. It is a square metal box with a
mirror fixed on the inner side and can be used for boiling, baking and
roasting. By keeping the lid open at certain angle, this mirror is used to
focus sun rays on the good kept in the round containers placed in the
box. Community solar cookers are developed to cook meals in large
scale. The Govt. of India has giving some subsidy on solar equipment. Keep the solar panel
carefully, which receives the solar energy. So, we can cook food free of cost. The solar
cooker also keeps the food warm for long time.

11.4.7. Grammen sheetal
The Grammen sheetal consists of a small cubboard made of wire mesh. This is kept covered
with a jute cloth on all sides except the front. The ends of jute cloth dip into bowls of water
and hence remain wet constantly.
It works on the principle of evaporation. The water from the wet jute cloth keeps evaporating.
This evaporation produces cooling. This keeps temperature low inside the wire mesh cup
than the outside temperature. Hence the food placed inside this home made refrigirator does
not spoil easily.
Not only these, but many household
equipments are available in the modern
times for those who are running out of
time. Ex: Automatic pan stirrer (which
stirs the food in the pan), strainer (strains
the food materials), egg cooker (for tube
shaped omeletts), non-stick pan (because
of the inside teflon coating, it does not
allow food to stick to the pan while
cooking), iron grill pan (to grill the food material), cob-corn stripper, batter mixer, sandwhich
maker, garlic chopper, pizza pedler, chrincle cutter (to cut the vegetables in designs-carving),
spill stopper (stops the spilling of food from vessels while cooking), automatic coffee maker
etc.
1) Write about the types and uses of beaters.
2) Write about the non-electrical household equipment used in the kitchen.
Key Points
• House hold equipment is a device, which makes the job better and with ease to a home
maker.
• Household equipment can be seleted on the basis of cost, quality, design, material used and
the finishing etc.
• Household equipment can be purchased on the basis of requirement. Necessary precautions
while using household equipment gives safety and save our time, money and energy. It
enhances the efficiency of equipment also.
• Automatic iron box is safe to use than non-automatic.
• The toaster is a kind of equipment used to toast bread in order to make it crisp.
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• The mixer is used to grind dry and wet food materials.
• A beater is used to beat and emulsify food.
• Peeler is used to scrape vegetables and fruits and grater is used to grate food.
• Safety valve is on lid top and gasket inside the lid are present in a cooker to send the
pressure outside.
• Teflon coating is present inside the nonstick pans, which does not allow food to stick to the
pan.
• Use three pin plug for the electrical household equipment and follow the instructions given
with the equipment.
• Do not touch the electrical equipment with wet hand or feet.
• Low voltage bulbs can be used in the toilets and washrooms to save electric energy.
• Turn off the cylinder knob at night and after finishing cooking.

1) State the points to be considered during the selection of equipment.
2) What are the precautions to be followed to use equipment safely?
3) What is household equipment? Explain the types with examples.
4) Draw any one electrical household equipment and write about it.
5) What are the glass items used in the home? What precautions should be taken while using
glass items?
6) Explain different parts of a computer.
7) Write two similarities and two differences between peeler and grater?
8) Draw any one non-electrical household equipment and write about its uses.
9) Choose the wrong one. ( )
a) Solar cooker receives energy from sun to cook food
b) Equipment makes the job better and with ease and save time and energy
c) For pressure and flame we pump the air in gas stove
d) Teflan coating is present inside the non-stick pan
10) Choose the right one. ( )
a) Electricity is required for non-electrical appliances
b) Grameena sheethal works with solar energy
c) Water heater requires electricity
d) We have to supply air to the gas stove, while cooking

UNIT
UNIT--V
Chapter
12 Health
My friend is often sick. Because of that he is not able to attend school properly. Irritated by
frequent illnesses, anger increased in him. Not able to attend the classes, not even able to finish
his homework. Because of all this, he is unable to read properly. Even unable to mingle with
anyone. There are many reasons for his poor health. Not eating properly, lack of proper exercise,
unhygienic environment, etc. had lead to poor health.
• How do we make sure a person is healthy?
• What is the difference between a disease-free state and a diseased state?
• What is the relationship between being sick and being irritation?
• What to do, to stay healthy?
• What are the factors that affect health?
Learning Outcomes
The learner....
♦ Describes physical, mental, and social health.

♦ Identifies the things that need to be done to stay healthy.
♦ Applies the knowledge of health in their daily lives.
♦ Recognize the misfortunes caused by addictions such as drugs.
12.1 Health
It is said to be healthy means without diseases. Does that means "healthy" is just without
diseases?
According to the World Health Organization, "a state of complete physical, mental, and
social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity".
We may know a person's complete health with physical, psychological and social aspects.
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12.1.1 Physical health
When we see a person we can tell that he is sick. That means, what are the characteristics of
the healthy person?
Person with physical health -
• are powerful and dynamic. Do not get tired quickly while working normally.
• Weight appropriate for age and height.
• Have radiant, clean skin.
• Have enough appetite and sleep.
• Stay active and respond quickly.
12.1.2 Social health

Although a person looks physically healthy, he / she cannot be said to be perfectly healthy.
That person's social health depends on how he behaves with those around him in the society.
Person with social health -
• Mixes nicely with the people around.
• Have good behavior.
• Helps others.
• Will be confident and friendly with everyone.
12.1.3 Mental health

A person despite having good physical health, having social health or socially blended nicely
with everyone one, he / she cannot be said to be perfectly healthy. Mentally also, should be
healthy.
Person with mental health -
• Have control over emotions, such as anger and joy.
• Believes in himself, in his own powers.
• Will be free from unnecessary pressures, worries and sufferings and sorrows.
• Responds appropriately to the needs of others.
These physical, social and mental health are the three aspects of health. A person is considered
to be perfectly healthy, if he is healthy in all the three aspects.
What is the relationship between these three elements?
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A person who is calm during normal times, but gets irritated when that person is suffering
from fever or any illness.
Why does this happen ?
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This is because physical, mental, social health are interrelated. Mental Health
So, illness in any of these aspects has an effect on other factors. Health triangle showing three
Hence when you are healthy in these three aspects, then only different dimensions of health
said to be perfectly healthy.
1) How can a person be determined to be socially healthy?
2) What must we do to be perfectly healthy?
3) What factors affect our health?
12.2 Factors affecting health

Our health depends on our daily life habits, food intake, our clothing and other habits etc.. A
healthy lifestyle keeps us healthy. Some factors that affect our health:
1) Personal hygiene
2) Exercise
3) Rest and sleep
4) Sitting and standing postures
5) Cleanliness of the house
6) Eating habits
7) Climate - clothing
8) Precautions to be taken while playing games and working
9) Effect of smoking, alcohol and other drugs
Body fat is calculated as BMI (Body Mass Index) based on body height and weight.
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12.2.1 Personal hygiene
Personal hygiene means keeping themselves clean. Many diseases do not come close because
of personally being clean. To maintain personal hygiene cleaning teeth, bathing etc. should be
done daily. All these keep us personally clean and healthy.
Use of toilets : We get up early in the morning and we will complete our daily chores. Care
should be taken to avoid accumulation of undigested substances in the body. Hence we have
to make the habit of a regular daily routine. Thus the dietary movements take place regularly
and the wastes in the body come out.
Use the toilet and avoid defecating outdoors. Footwear should be used when using the toilet.
Clean water and a mug should be used. Hands should be washed with soap after defecation.
Hand washing : Wash hands with soap before and after eating and after using toilets. When
eaten with dirty hands, the germs enter our body and cause illness. Spreading of most diseases
like Covid can be stopped by cleaning hands frequently.
Bathing : Why do we take bath every day? What happens if we do not take bath? Dust and
dirt in the air will accumulate on the skin. If not bathed well, we are prone to many diseases.
Bathing means just not pouring water on the body. Rubbing the body cleanly with soap. The
sweat pores should be opened. Proper bathing not only gives physical health but also provide
mental pleasure.
Brushing teeth : Why does bad smell come from the mouth?
Bad breath come from mouth by not cleaning your teeth and mouth properly. The pieces of
food may stick to the gums, or in the gaps of teeth. Bacteria in the mouth makes these foods to
decompose. Hence gums and teeth can be damaged, as well as bad breath.
Therefore teeth should be cleaned regularly. Using a delicate brush, paste or powder teeth
should be thoroughly cleaned. After eating food immediately rinse your mouth well with
clean fresh water. To make teeth healthy and strong you have to drink milk.
Hair, eyes, nail cleaning :
What happens if you do not take head bath for a week?
The hair needs to be cleaned regularly. If not, the whole hair becomes dirty and hair glow
will be depleted. Lice growth is also possible. So clean your hair every day, and comb it.
Diarrhea and pneumonia alone account for 20% deaths of children under
5 years of age. Washing hands with soap can stop most of these deaths.
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What happens if the eyes are not cleaned?
Dust gets in the corner of the eye and sticks to the eyes. There is a possibility of eye diseases.
Therefore rinse eyes regularly with cool water. If any dust or dirt gets into the eyes, rinse
with clean water, without rubbing the eyes, and consult a doctor if necessary.
Dirt gets into the nails. If we do not clean the dirt properly, there is a possibility of various
diseases. The nails should not grow longer and should be cut from time to time. The nails
should be thoroughly cleaned to prevent accumulation of dirt.
1) What are the factors that affect health?
2) Why should we practice personal hygiene?
12.2.2 Exercise
You may be playing longer than usual on a holiday. How do you feel on that day. You may feel
pain in legs and arms and the whole body feels tired!
Why do the legs, arms feel pain?
Usually sports persons play all day. Do they feel the same way?
Usually the muscles that we do not use or do not work much, feel pain when we use them
more. Also we get tired. But sports persons and the people who do heavy work do not get tired of
such things quickly. Because their muscles get acquinted to do this these kind of things. If we also
exercise regularly we too don't get tired quickly. Exercise is an bodily activity that enhances or
maintains physical fitness and overall health and wellness. Exercise stimulates us physically and
mentally and prepares us to do things. Reduces body fat and keeps body activities functioning
properly and makes us powerful. Exercise is not just about lifting weights. Playing our favorite
game regularly, swimming, yoga, walking and running are also called as exercise.
Do not do too much or too little exercise. Exercise should be based on body weight, height,
fat percentage and lifestyle. Sick and weak people should not exercise too much, that makes them
even more vulnerable.
12.2.3 Rest and sleep

How does it feel after playing for a long time or heavy work out?
Disturbance of night time sleep can make you tired all day long. Why?
You want to relax after doing any work or playing games. Resting for a while can refresh you
again. Cells in the body release energy using oxygen. The body uses this energy. The waste
products formed in the process are excreted from the body. When we work hard, these waste
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products are formed quickly. Hence the muscles do not function properly and feel tired. This is
called 'fatigue'. 'Fatigue' means the inability of the body to function or 'decrease' in body's working
capacity. If the body is given rest for a while these wastes will be sent out and the muscles are
reactivated.
Sleep is a state of complete relaxation both physically and mentally. Almost completely
relaxing of muscle and mind gives the body and mind a new energy. Everyone need enough sleep.
Work
Excitement Fatigue / Tired
Rest and sleep

1) Why should we exercise daily?
2) What happens if we do not get proper rest?
12.2.4 Standing and sitting posture

Bend the waist and walk for some distance. How did you feel? Observe the persons who
walk with bending their back. Observe those who stand upright and walk. Which one is good to
see?
We feel uncomfortable due to bending while walking. Compared to the person who walks
with bending, the person who walks straight looks good. While walking, standing and climbing
the stairs we should be straight. Whether sitting bent over, playing games on the phone, sitting in
front of a computer for long periods of time, walking for long distances makes extra pressure on
the chest and stomach which causes lower back pain and spondylitis. While doing other activities
also the right posture is needed.
12.2.5 Clean home environment

Clean and healthy environments have a huge impact on our health. Many pathogens, such as
bacteria and viruses thrive in the unclean environment. Our body as well as our surroundings
should also be clean. We need to keep our house clean, even if it is small. Be careful not to get
dust and dirt. Sewage drainage should be clean. Growing plants at home and surroundings helps
in physical health and mental peace.
12.2.6 Our eating habits

We know that we get energy from the food that we eat. But, when we have fever or any other
infection with disease, doctors advise to take more fruits and vegetables. What is the relationship
between vegetables, fruits and the disease?
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Our body get all the nutrients from the food that we eat. So, we need to eat a balanced diet
with proper nutrients to stay healthy. But also we have to improve our eating habits. Avoid
unwanted snacks between meals. While eating, be calm, chew food well and eat slowly.
1) What is the relation between standing posture and our health?
2) Why should we keep our home clean?
12.2.7 Climate - clothes

What kind of clothes do we wear in winter?
Why do we not wear the same clothes during the summer?
In winter we wear woolen clothes for protection from the cold. We wear cotton dresses in
the summer. We dress according to changes in the weather. In the same way for occasions we
wear brightly colored dresses. But, we do not wear such clothes at our daily work. Means we
wear different types of clothes for different occasions.
As the time changes, new fashions are coming. We have to change as per new fashions,
unless we may feel inferiority. No matter what kind of clothing we have, depending on the occasion
and the climate, if we wear clean ironed clothes our body and mind will feel comfortable.
12.2.8 Protection at workplace and while playing games

If the surroundings at our home are bumpy and the stairs-floor is slippery we may get hurt.
We may fall ill. You may get hurt while playing in the bumpy, and stony places. Similarly if the
surroundings of our workplace are not safe, the chances of getting hurt are high. Therefore, the
chances of our health deterioration are high.
12.2.9 Effect of smoking, alcohol and narcotics

Smoking is an addiction. Nicotine and Carbon monoxide in beedis and cigarettes can cause
damage to all parts of the body. Due to smoking, the chances of getting mouth and lung cancers are
very high. It can lead to heart disease and stroke.
Alcohol is also a bad habit. It starts as fun and becomes a habit. It slows down brain function
even when it seems stimulated by alcohol. Decision-making power decreases and responses are
delayed. Losing self-control leads to suffer with risks. Alcohol slows down the function of parts
of the body and suffers from many diseases. Alcohol causes not only loss of physical health but
also social health. So everyone should give up alcohol.
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Some types of narcotics are used to prevent disease. But the small dosages under supervision
of doctors are useful for prophylaxis. But if taken in high doses, becomes addicted to it. Eventually
it could cause harm to the survivors and cause death.
1) Why should we wear clothes according to the seasons?
2) Why should not play games in rough places?
3) What are the risks of alcoholism?
Key Points
• Health is about being perfect physically, mentally, and socially. All of these are interrelated.
• Being active, dynamic and responding quickly, indicates a person's physical health status.
• Having good manners with those around him in the community and having good relationships
with them is 'social health'.
• Mental health is about having self-confidence and having control over emotions.
• Health is affected by various factors. They are hygiene, relaxation, working posture, diet,
habits, etc.
• If our surroundings are clean, working in good posture, having good eating habits we will get
physical health. So that mental health, Social health are formed.

1) What is social health? How can a person be socially healthy?
2) If we want good health, how should be our eating habits?
3) How can a person be addicted to drugs?
4) What happens if you do not wear clothes according to the weather?
5) What are the three characters of health? How do they relate to each other?
6) We need to eat …………. to stay healthy. ( )
A) Fries B) Chocolates C) Fruits D) Fast food
7) The three health factors are ... ( )
A) Exercise, sleep, physical health B) Physical, eating habits, hygiene
C) Physical, mental, social D) Physical, mental, working posture
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UNIT
UNIT--V
Chapter
13 Health
Emergencies
We see different kinds of accidents every day. Sometimes we even experience the same. We
might have observed people calling for an ambulance (108) for emergency care when someone
met with an accident. We perform emergency care for the minor accidents that occur at our home
too. For example when we had burns, we keep the affected area under tap water, we do not act the
same way if we experience electric shock. Similarly different emergency care is required for
different accidents.
• What to be done after a minor or a major accident?
• Why treatment should be done immediately after an accident?
• Do all accidents require the same emergency care?
Learning Outcomes
The learner....
♦ Identifies the need of an emergency.
♦ Explains the importance of first aid.
♦ Identifies the items that should be kept in the first aid kit.
♦ Perform first aid in daily life, if needed.
13.1 Health emergencies - First aid

First aid is the immediate care that is provided when a person is injured or ill, until the
medical treatment is available. Timely intervention and immediate care can prevent further
deterioration of the victim and even save the life. It can be of great help in such situations if we
have the basic knowledge of first aid.
However, medical help should be sought after first aid.
• What are the common accidents that occur at our home?
• What kind of first aid is provided in such condition?
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13.2 ELECTRIC SHOCK
We use different electric appliances in our day to day life. Improper usage of such appliances
can lead to electric shocks, some times even a person is likely to die. When a person experiences
electric shock depends on the severity, the following first aid is useful.
• Turn off the source of electricity, if possible.
• If not move the person away from the source by using dry, non-conducting object made
of wood or plastic.
• Lay down the victim and raise the legs
• Try to cover a blanket to prevent the injured person from becoming chilled
• Keep the person still and don't move him/her unless necessary.
• Call the doctor immediately.
1) What is first aid?
2) What type objects need to be used to move the victim away from the source of electricity?
13.3 SEVERE BLEEDING
We might use sharp objects to cut vegetables or for other household chores. Accidentally we
may experience a cut and start bleeding. What first aid measures you follow when you experienced
bleeding from a cut?
• To stop bleeding, press directly on the wound with the thumb.
• Keep sterilized dressing or clean hand kerchief and tightly hold the injured area.
• Make the injured person lie down and elevate the bleeding part to minimize flow of
blood.
• Call the doctor.
1) How a victim eperiencing bleeding allowed to lie down?
2) What immediate measure one need to follow to stop the bleeding from cuts?
13.4 NOSE BLEEDING
Have you ever experienced bleeding from your nose?
Injury to the nose, going out in hot sun frequently, hot air and low-humidity climates and
many more may lead to nose bleeding.
What do you do if nose bleeds?
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• Make the person sit up and lean forward, to prevent swallowing blood.
• Apply pressure to the soft part of nose, just above the nostrils with the fingers for at
least 10 min.
• Apply ice on the bridge of the nose to reduce swelling (if any) and bleeding.
• Consult a doctor if bleeding does not stop
13.5 BURNS
We might have experienced burns by touching hot objects in our kitchen. Blisters form when
hot substances like oil or water fall on the skin accidentally.
What do you do in such cases?
The first aid for burns depends upon the severity of the injury.
• Immediately immerse the injured area in cool tap water. Do this for about 10 minutes or
until the pain subsides.
• Blot the area and apply a dry sterile dressing.
• In case of severe burns cover the injured part with clean towel/cloth to prevent infections
and immediately rush to the hospital.
• Chemical burns caused by acids or alkalis should be flushed with large amounts of
water till the pain subsides.
• Do not apply butter or oil on top of burn, it will retain the heal of the burn and slows
down the healing process.
1) What to be applied on burns?
2) Nose bleeding is commonly experienced in which season?
13.6 ANIMAL BITES AND STINGS
Dog bites and snake bites are common. Poisonous snake bite may even kill a person. Honeybee,
scorpion stings causes severe pain, even some times be fatal.
13.6.1 Snake bite
All snakes are not poisonous. If two puncture wounds are seen on victims body with
inflammation and pain, then it is identified as a poisonous snake bite.
First aid :
• Immobilize the bitten area. Which may prevent the spread of poison into the body.
• Cover the bite loosely with a clean, dry bandage.
• Seek medical help immediately.
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13.6.2 Dog bite
Dog bites are very dangerous, if it is a mad dog.
First aid :
• Wash the bite area with soap and water.
• Consult the doctor and take antirabies injection.
13.6.3 Insect stings
Honeybees and wasps inject toxins by their sting. Area of the sting becomes reddish and
shows inflammation.
First aid :
• Remove the sting carefully with a sterilised needle.
• Apply baking soda paste for honey bee bite and vinegar for wasp bite area.
• Consult the doctor.
1) How can we make out poisonous and non-poisonous snake bite?
2) What type of first aid is given for insect bite?
13.7 DEHYDRATION
Excessive loss of fluids from the body than intake leads to dehydration. Some common signs
and symptoms of dehydration include.
• Dry mouth
• Tiredness / fatigue
• Decrease in urination
• Muscle cramping
• Dizziness
• Dehydration may be caused by working in extreme heat, doing excessive physical activity
and in-ability to drink water, frequent vomiting and diarrhea.
First aid :
• The person experiencing dehydration should be made to drink small quantities of oral
rehydration solution (ORS) at frequent intervals.
• ORS packets are available free of cost at all government health centers.
• ORS can be prepared by adding one tea spoon of sugar and a pinch of salt in a glass of
(about 200 ml) water.
• Consult doctor if needed.

13.8 FRACTURES AND DISLOCATIONS
Fracture is a break in the bone and dislocation is when bone end moves out of its normal
position. Signs of fracture and dislocation include pain, tenderness, swelling around the injury
and immobility of the affected body part.
First aid :
• Immobilize the injured area, do not rub or massage the affected area.
• Apply a splint on the affected area.
• Splint is a support which can be made by padding a stick/scale with a soft cloth.
• Splint is then placed below the injured area and tightly tied above and below the fracture.
• Ask for medical help immediately
1) What is dehydration?
2) What precautions are to be taken for bone fracture?
13.9 FIRST AID KIT
A box containing essentials needed to give immediate medical help in an emergency is the
First aid Kit. Some essential items need to be in the kit are -
• A small book that outlines the procedures for doing first aid.
• Bandage : Roller bandages and adhesive bandages.
• Sterile cotton / Gauze pads to clean and cover the wounds.
• Anti-septic lotion, potassium permanganate, baking soda, iodine tinture, boric acid etc
for cleaning.
• A small glass.
• Small scissors / small knief.
• Torch or candle.
• Thermometer.
If first aid kit and other essentials are not available, use the available ones. Remove expired
things and add new ones.
Key Points
• The immediate medical help to save a persons life, who is at risk due to an accident or
illness is called health emergency.
• Treatment given to a sick or injured person until medical treatment is available is called
First aid.
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• Move the person away from the source of electric shock by using dry, non-conducting object
made of wood or plastic.
• To stop bleeding press directly on the wound with the thumb.
• Nose bleeds due to hot and low humid climates or by any injury to the nose.
• Do not apply butter or oil on the burn. Immediately immerse the injured area in cool tap
water.
• All snakes are not poisonous, if two punture wounds are found at the area of bite then it can
be a poisonous snake bite.
• Do not prick any blister formed due to burns.
• Excessive loss of fluids from the body leads to dehydration.
• A first aid kit is a collection of supplies and equipment that is used to give medical treatment.

1) What is first aid? Why and when first aid is to be done?
2) Why butter or oil should not be applied on the burns and blisters?
3) Why medical help should be sought even after first aid?
4) Set up a first aid kit at your home. List out the first aid essentials you placed in it.
5) Write the first aid for dog's bite?
6) What safety measures we need to follow to move the victim from the source of electric
shock?
7) What to apply to the affected part of honeybee bite ( )
A) Soda B) Lemon juice C) Vinegar D) Curd
8) The cause of dehydration is ( )
A) cold air B) hot conditions
C) drinking more water D) consuming more salt
9) This can be used to bind a broken bone. ( )
A) wooden stick B) wrapped magazines C) umbrella D) all
10) If bleeding occurs from a cut ( )
A) wash under tap water B) press the area tightly with thumb
C) drink plenty of water D) bleeding should be left

UNIT
UNIT--V
Chapter
14 Communicable
Diseases
Ramu's father had high fever. He took him to the hospital. The doctor suggested to go for
some kind of tests. After seeing the reports, doctor said Ramu's father was diagnosed with malaria.
He asked Ramu if anyone at home or neighbourhood had fever? Are the surroundings hygienic?
Any stagnant water near the house? Are mosquitoes more in their area?
Later he advised to keep the surroundings clean and use mosquito nets, repellents if necessary.
• Why should we use mosquito nets, repellents?
• What happens if a mosquito bites?
• Why should we all wear masks in situations like covid?
• What are the causes of diseases?
• What can be done to prevent diseases?
Learning Outcomes
The learner....
♦ Defines and gives examples of communicable diseases.
♦ Explains the causes, symptoms and preventive measures of some infectious diseases.
♦ Takes appropriate precautions in daily life to prevent infectious diseases.
♦ Identifies the differences between communicable and non-communicable diseases.
♦ Can protect themselves from diseases by changing their life style.
14.1 Communicable diseases

Communicable diseases spread from one person to another by the entry of pathogens (disease
causing organisms). Pathogens enter our body through various means and then multiply there by
causing diseases.
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14.1.1 Mode of disease transmission
The disease causing organisms can be transferred from one person to another by direct or
indirect contact. Diseases can be spread directly by touching an infected person or by inhaling
infected droplets. It can also be spread indirectly by consuming contaminated food and water.
Mosquitoes and other insects also play a major role in spreading infectious diseases.
Mode of disease transmission
Direct Indirect
Direct contact Droplet spread Air borne Water borne Vector borne
Mechanical Vectors Biological Vectors

Eg: Housefiles, Eg: Mosquitoes,
cockroaches Ticks
• What are symptoms of an infection?

• What treatment should be taken if infected?
The disease can be identified based on the symptoms, but the diagnosis should be made only
after undergoing the necessary tests as per the medical advice.
Table : Some common communicable diseases
Name of disease, Its
S.No. causative agent & mode Symptoms Prevention
of transmission
1 Amoebiasis caused by : Abdominal pain, Prevention :
Entamoeba histolytica (a constipation, cramps, • Wash hands before
protozoan parasite infecting stools with mucous and eating and after
large intestine) blood. defecation.
Transmission: • Proper sanitary disposal
of faceal matter.
• by air, by house flies and • Cover the food items
cockroaches that may with lids.
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of transmission
carry the pathogen from • Personal Hygiene.
the infected person's
• Wash fruits and
stool to food / water and
vegetables before eating.
there by contaminate it.
2 Ascariasis caused by : Abdominal pain, internal Prevention :
Ascaris lumbricoides (round bleeding, impaired
worm). That resides in the digestion, colic pain and
• Same as amoebiasis.
small intestine. blockage of intestinal • Personal hygiene.
Transmission: passage.
• Wash hands properly.
In children, may lead to
• Eggs of the parasite retarded physical and mental
come out along with the development.
faeces of the infected
person and contaminate
soil, water, plants etc.
Male and female Asaris

3 Tuberculosis (T.B.) caused Persistent low grade fever Prevention :
by bacteria Mycobacterium and cough.
tuberculosis.
• BCG vaccine at birth.
Blood in sputum.
Transmission: the bacteria Weight loss, chest pain, • Patient suffering from
enters into the body. excessive fatigue, poor TB should be kept
• by inhaling "droplets of appetite. isolated and given
patients by cough and proper medication.
sneeze. • Clothes and utensils
used by TB patient
should be regularly
disinfected.
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of transmission
4 Malaria caused by : • Chill and high fever Prevention :
Plasmodium. It complete its which occurs at regular • Keep surroundings
life cycle in two hosts,
intervals accompanied clean.
human and mosquito.
by headache and nausea.
Transmission: • Do not allow water to
• Fever may last for stagnate.
• By the bite of an infected
female Anopheles 6-10 hrs.
• Spray kerosene or raise
mosquito. Malarial
Gambusia fish in
parasites multiply within
the red blood corpuscles stagnant water.
(RBCs) of human blood • Use mosquito nets,
and increase to enormous
repellents.
numbers. So, the RBCs
rupture and the toxin
produced by the parasite
is released in the blood. Bite of infected mosquito
5 Filariasis / Elephantiasis is • Fever in the initial days, Prevention :
caused by : Wuchereria • Keep surroundings
the parasites reside in the
bancrofti clean.
lymph vessels and cause
Transmission: • Do not allow water to
chronic inflammation of
stagnate.
• Bite of the female Culex the organs, specially in
mosquito. • Spray kerosene or raise
lower limbs resulting in Gambusia fish in
enormous swelling of the stagnant water.
limbs. • Use mosquito nets,
repellents.
6 Dengue fever (break bone • Abrupt high fever. Prevention :

fever) caused by a virus. • Keep surroundings
Transmission: • Severe headache and clean.
joint pains, loss of • Do not allow water to
• by the bite of a female stagnate.
appetite, rashes over
Aedes mosquito. • Spray kerosene or raise
chest and upper limbs.
Gambusia fish in
stagnant water.
• Use mosquito nets,
repellents.

of transmission
7 Influenza (flu) is a viral Fever (100oF tp 103oF), sore Prevention :
infection of the respiratory throat, cough, sneezing,
tract.
• The infected person
running nose, headache, should cover their mouth
Transmission: body pain, fatigue. and nose when they
• Through direct or cough or sneeze.
indirect contact inhaling
• The infected person
infected droplets.
should avoid public
places.
Droplet Infection
8 Ringworm - Is a fungal • Itchy skin. Prevention :
infection of the skin, caused
• Keep skin clean & dry.
by fungus - Microsporum, • Ring shaped rashes.
epidermophyton. • Do not walk barefoot in
• Red scaly cracked skin. damp areas.
Transmission:
• By direct contact with • Do not share clothing,
infected person. towel with some one
who is infected.
• From an animal that has
ringworm. • Wash hand with soap and
water after playing with
• By walking bearfoot in pets.
damp areas.

1) What are the factors that contribute to the spread of communicable diseases?
2) How Ascariasis disease spreads?
• Are all diseases caused by pathogens?
• What are the causes of diseases?
14.2 Non communicable diseases
In this fast-paced life many of us live today, there is a lot of conflict, unhealthy competition
and pressure. In this kind of life style people are likely to neglect their health and suffer from
ailments like high blood pressure, increased blood sugar (diabetes) cardio-vascular disease,
cancer, obesity and many others. Although some of these diseases have a genetic predisposition,
1 million deaths can be ceased world wide, if hands are washed cleanly.
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they have started affecting younger age groups due to indisciplined life style. Thereby such diseases
are caused not by pathogens but genetically or by unhealthy life style.
"Non infectious health condition that cannnot be spread from one person to another is termed
as Non communicable disease."
14.2.1 Causes :
Diabetic cases are on the rise in India, the main reasons for which are -
1) Sedentary lifestyle : Insuffiient or no physical activity.
2) Eating habits : Eating available fast food that is high in fat and sugars. Eating at improper
time.
3) Family history of heart disease and diabetes also predispose people to these diseases.
4) Stress, anxiety : People who are stressed at work, focussing on unnecessary things gets
frustrated and angry easily. Severe anxiety and stress can depress the immune system
and increase the chances of falling ill. Therefore we need to learn how to handle stress
in life.
1) Give examples for non-communicable diseases.
2) Mention the practices to cut down the stress.
Key Points
• Communicable diseases spread from one person to another by the entry of pathogens.
• Diseases are transmitted by direct contact, by air or by consuming contaminated food and
water.
• By following personal hygiene, washing hands regularly, use of mosquito nets can prevent
the spread of communicable diseases.
• The diseases that do not be spread from one person to another are known as non-communicable
diseases.
• Family history or sedentary lifestyle leads to non-communicable disease.
• Having healthy food habits, regular exercise, managing stress can reduce the risk of non
communicable diseases.
1) What are communicable diseases? Give example.
2) Mention the preventive measures to avoid malaria fever?
3) What are non-communicable diseases? Mention the causes of non-communicable diseases?
i. Malaria ( ) a. muscle, joint pains
ii. Ring worm ( ) b. running nose
iii. Dengue ( ) c. fever with chills
iv. Flu ( ) d. rign shaped rashes
UNIT
UNIT--V
Chapter
15 Immunity
We have learnt that communicable diseases are transmittted from one person to another
through various modes. Diseases like malaria, cholera when infects few people in an area are
more likely to spread and infect many people in that area. Likewise, If one person catches cold at
home there is a chance that everyone else will get it. Thereby it is essential to stay away from
infected people and maintain hygiene. In some people the diseases may be cured in a short period
of time and in others it may not. All diseases necessarily do not infect everyone.
• What could be the reason for a communicable disease to infect only few at home?
• What is the cause of infection and reason for the cure?
• What could be done to prevent diseases?
• Why children need to be vaccinated?
Learning Outcomes
The learner....
♦ Explains about immunity.
♦ Distinguishes different types of immunity.
♦ Applies the knowledge of immunity in day to day life.
♦ Express awareness about National immunization programme.
15.1 Immunity
We are exposed to large number of disease causing agents every day, although we wear
masks and take other precautions. We get infected with diseases, when our immune system is
weakend. Our body is able to defend against most of the disease causing organisms. The overall
ability of the body to protect itself against disease causing agents is immunity and this complex
system is called immune system. Vaccines are used to boost the immune system to prevent certain
diseases.
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15.1.1 Types of immunity
Immunity
Innate immunity (inborn or Acquired immunity (Resistance developed by

present at the time of birth) an individual after the birth)
Active acquired immunity Passive acquired immunity

(Resistance developed after infection (Resistance developed by giving
or expose to a disease) ready made antibodies)
Natural active Artifical active Natural passive Artifical passive

immunity immunity immunity immunity
(Response to
(Response to (Mother to child) (Immunized donar
natural infection
Eg: Chicken pox) vaccination) to non-immunized)
Based on the nature of response, immunity is mainly of two types, namely

i) Innate immunity
ii) Acquired immunity
i) Innate immunity : It is present from the time of birth. Skin and mucous membranes
prevent entry of foreign agents into our the body. Hydrochloric acid in the stomach,
lysozyme enzyme secreted in the mouth, tears, sweat kill the germs. White Blood Cells
(WBC) engulf foreign particles and destroy them.
ii) Acquired immunity : It develops during one's life time by producing antibodies in
response to foreign bodies termed as antigens. Each antigen is recognised by a specific
antibody. Antibodies are the proteins produced by lymphocytes (a type of WBC) against
specific antigen. Antibodies remember and recognize the infective agents that have once
attacked the body and kill them when they enter the body again. This is called memory
of the immune system. Based on this, vaccines for mumps and measles are made.
Acquired immunity is of two types (a) Active immunity (b) Passive immunity.
Active Immunity Passive immunity
• Resistance developed by an individual in • Resistance developed by an individual by
response to natural infection - Natural active transferring antibodies from mother to child
immunity. - Natural passive immunity.
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Active Immunity Passive immunity
• Resistance developed by an organism due • Resistance developed by giving antibodies
to inoculation antigens (Vaccines) - Artificial from an immunised donar to a non-
active immunity. immunised individual - Artificial passive
immunity.
• The response is slow. • Provides immediate protection.
Eg: BCG vaccine for tuberculosis. Eg: Mothers milk, Anti-tetanus serum
1) What is immunity?
2) What happens if the immune system is weakened?
15.2. Primary Immunization
You are aware of various immunisation programme that are run by the government for the
general public especially for the pregnant women, infants and children. Table below illustrates
the primary immunization programme for a new born baby and their subsequent booster doses.
Immunization is given free of cost at all government dispenseries and hospitals.
National Immunization schedule in India for children up to the age of 24 months and
pregnant women
Passive immunity
Vaccine
Birth 6 weeks 10 weeks 14 weeks 9-12 months
Primary Vaccination
BCG against TB 3
Oral polio 3 3 3 3
DPT against Diphteria, 3 3 3
Pertussis, Tetanus
Measles 3
Booster Doses
DPT + Oral polio 16 to 24 months
DT 5 years
Tetanus toxoid (TT) At 10 years and again at 16 years
Vitamin A 9, 18, 24, 30 and 36 months
Pregnant women
Tetanus toxiod : 1st dose As early as possible during pregnancy
2nd dose 1 months after 1st dose
Booster within 3 years
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Vaccines prescribed for infants can greatly enhance their immunity. The timing, sequence and
frequency of the immunization should be followed as detailed in the chart above.
15.3 Pulse Polio Programme
You might have seen posters about "Pulse-Polio Abhiyaan" from time to time. What are they
about? The Government is trying to eradicate this deadly disease from the country. All the children
under the age of five years should receive polio drops in these immunization dates, so polio can
be eradicated and no child is ever crippled by this disease. For the convenience of the public
Pulse polio abhiyaan is organized
1) What are booster doses?
2) How is polio vaccine administered?
Key Points
• Our body's ability to fight disease is called Immunity. Though it is a natural phenomenon,
immunity against certain diseases can be enhanced by administering vaccines.
• Skin, mucous membranes protect us by preventing the entry of pathogens.
• White blood cells in the blood destroys disease causing agents.
• Immunity is of two types (a) Innate immunity (b) Acquired Immunity.
• Various immunisation programmes are run by the government for infants and children.
1) What is immunity? Explain.
2) Explain the types of immunity.
3) What are antibodies?
4) What is passive immunity?
5) Why vaccines should be taken?
6) Explain the memory of the immune system.
7) How do vaccines work?
8) Vaccines administered immediately after birth are ( )
(i) BCG (ii) Polio
A) (i) only B) (ii) only
C) Both i & ii D) None of them
9) Immunity developed by BCG vaccine is ( )
A) Artificial passive immunity
B) Natural passive immunity
C) Artificial active immunity
D) Natural active immunity
i. Colostrum ( ) a. Stomach
ii. Antibodies ( ) b. Oral
iii. Hydrochloric acid ( ) c. White blood cells
iv. Polio ( ) d. Natural passive immunity
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UNIT
UNIT--V
Chapter
16 Environment
You must have noticed over the years that the places where there used to be trees, farms,
waterbodies, now there are bungalows, houses, industries and multiplexes trees are being cut to
construct houses. The number of vehicles on road has increased. If you look around you can see
smoke and dust in air and these are increasing day by day. Apart from this, you must have smelt
the peculiar foul odour from rotting garbage, high level of noise from vehicular traffic especially
in cities. In small towns and villages too, the environment has degraded due to increase in the
number of vehicles and unsafe disposal of waste.
Do you know all these cause a lot of health problems? Can you do something about it? Yes,
You can : it is only a matter of thinking creatively and suggesting ideas to solve this problem. In
this lesson let us try to find answers to these and many more similar questions.
Learning Outcomes
The learner....
♦ Explains about pollution and pollutants.
♦ Categorises pollution into different types based on its sources.
♦ Identifies effect of pollution on environment and health.
♦ Suggest measures for controlling different types of pollution.
♦ Adopt an eco friendly waste disposal plan in daily life.
16.1 Pollution
Pollution is a word that we are all aware of these days. What does it mean exactly? Our
surroundings, the place we live, is being made unclean by our own activities. The waste things
that we produce not only affect our own lives but also those of other living things, the plants and
animals that we share our environment with. All living things depend upon the non-living parts of
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the the environment to survive on the land, the air and the water and it is these 3 parts which are
affected by pollution. In addition to these, noise pollutes the atmosphere. "The term pollution is
derived from the Latin word "Polluere", which means 'to contaminate any feature of the environment'
to soil.
• What are pollutants?
You might have observed the factories releasing the smoke into the atmosphere and waste
into near by rivers, the smoke coming out of vehicles, adding pesticides to the fields, people
taking bathe or washing clothes in the river, what all these activities of us resulting to? The
substances which cause pollution are known as pollutants. It can also be defined as a constituent
in the wrong amount, at a wrong place or at a wrong time. The pollutants are harmful to our health.
These pollutants affect air, water and soil and therefore the pollution is categorised into.
• Air Pollution
• Soil Pollution
• Water Pollution
• Noise Pollution
16.2 Air Pollution

There's nothing quite like opening the door and breathing fresh and clean air, but how clean
is the air you're breathing right now?
We know that oxygen is the most important component of air. All living beings are dependent
on it for life. Humans and animals breathe in oxygen and breathe out carbondioxide. During the
day, plants take in carbondioxide and give out oxygen. This helps in maintaining a balance in the
composition of oxygen and carbondioxide in the air. If things remain this way there is no problem.
Most of the time, especially in and around cities, the air that we breathe in contains various
pollutants. The gases you are breathing could be slowly deteriorating your health.
16.2.1 Sources of Air Pollution
Various activities are worth examining because these are major causes of air pollution.
Some people still cook using solid fuels (such as wood, crop wastes, charcoal, coal and dung)
and kerosene in open fires and in efficient stoves. Most of these people are villagers or from poor
economical background. These cooking practices are in efficient and produce high levels of
household air pollution with a range of health-damaging pollutants include small soot particles
that penetrate deep into the lungs. The use of insecticide sprays at home also contribute to pollute
air. Apart from these burning of coal in thermal power stations, exhaust from automobiles, bursting
of crackers, smoke from factories, spraying of insectides and pesticides also pollute environment.
All these sources produce so much smoke that it is difficult to breathe.
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Now, don't you think that human beings are the main Culprits in causing pollution. Besides
human beings there are some natural sources of pollution too, which we cannot control, include
gases emitted from valcanoes, gases produced during forest fires and dust which spreads with the
wind.
Sources of Air Pollution
Natural Combustion Industrial Agricultural Solvents
Volcanoes Smoke Smoke and Pesticides foul Spray

and forest poisonous smell and paints and
fires gases insecticides fumes
16.2.2 Effects of Air Pollution
Pollution mainly effects the respiratory system of human beings leading to diseases like
bronchitis and asthma certain types of skin and eye allergies like rashes and redness are also
common. Along with human beings, plants do get affected with air pollution, the rate of
photosynthesis and respiration is reduced by blocking of pores of leaves, inturn affects the quality
and quantity of food, that we eat.
Pollution affects the environment,by forming smog, the fog with smoke and dust in the air,
which causes poor visibility and may causes serious respiratory illnesses.
16.2.3 Ways to control air pollution
The ways to control air pollution are :
• Use a smokeless chulha (stove) at home. Provide a tall chimney to the chulha to carry
the smoke away.
• Reduce the use of sprays at home.
• Vehicles must be equipped with special devices to reduce air pullution.
• Having chimney filters to factories will help in trapping the poisonous substances in the
gases that are let out.
• Garbage should be disposed off hygienically preferably through sanitary landfills instead
of burning.
• Planting trees for fresh & pure air.
1) What are the sources of Air pollution?
2) Suggest some measures to control our pollution?
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16.3 Water Pollution
You might have observed release of inadequately treated waste water into natural water
bodies like lakes and rivers inturn this can lead to public health problems, where people use this
water for drinking, bathing or irrigation.
Change in the colour, odour, taste of water is considered to be polluted water. Such water is
unsafe for drinking or even for performing other chores in the houses.
16.3.1 Sources of water pollution

Various sources of water pollution include
i) Industrial waste : Industries produce
a tremendous amount of waste which
contains toxic chemicals and pollutants.
Many industries not having a proper
waste management system drain the
waste in the freshwater, which goes
into canals, rivers and later into the Water Pollution
sea. The toxic chemicals may change
the colour of water, increase the
number of minerals called
eutrophication, inturn change the
temperature of the water and
Eutrophication
pose a severe hazard to water
organisms.
ii) Sewage and waste water : That is produced in each house hold are treated chemically
and released into the sea along with fresh water. The sewage water carriers harmful
bacterias and chemicals that can cause serious health problems.
iii) Marine dumping : The garbage produced by households in the form of plastic, paper,
food, aluminium, rubber, glass is collected and dumped into the sea. These items takes
many years to decompose. When such things enter the sea, they not only cause water
pollution but also harm Acquantic animals in the sea.
iv) Accidental oil leakage : Oil spill poses a huge threat to marine life. When a large
amount of oil spills into the sea and does not dissolve inwater, it causes problems for
local marine wildlife including fish, birds and sea animals.
v) The burning of fossil fuels : Fossil fuels like coal and oil when burnt produce a
substantial amount of ash in the atmosphere. The particles which contain toxic chemicals
when mixed with water vapour result in acid rain.
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vi) Chemical fertilizers and pesticides : Chemical fertilizers and pesticides are used by
farmers to protect crops from insects and bacterias. When it rains, the chemicals mix up
with rain water and flowdown into rivers and canals, which pose serious damages for
acquatic animals.
vii) Animal Waste : The waste produced by animals washed into the rivers cause various
water-borne diseases like cholera, diarrhoea, dysentry and typhoid.
16.3.2 Ways to control water pollution

Some of the ways to control water pollution include.
• Make sure that untreated sewage water is not released into the sources of water.
• Industries should not be allowed to release untreated wastes into river or ponds.
• Defecation in open and near the water source should be discouraged.
• Bathing, washing clothes or bathing animals in or near the water sources should be
avoided.
• Rivers and seas should not be used for disposal of garbage.
1) What is water pollution?
2) What are the sources of water pollution?
16.4 Soil Pollution

Our country is largely dependent on agriulture, Thus we Indians give high priority to the
agriculture, fisheries and livestock. Therefore, for surplus production it is very important to
protect crops from any type of damage that occurs due to insects, weeds, rodents and crop diseases.
How can we protect crops? The obvious answer is use of pesticides and herbicides. Do you
know these pesticides and herbicides is the leading cause of soil pollution?
Anything that causes contamination of soil and degrades the soil quality refers to soil pollution.
16.4.1 Sources of Soil Pollution

Soil pollution can be natural or due to human activity. Activities of human that cause majority
of soil pollution such as industries or pesticides in agriculture, generally these chemicals are
insoluble in water and non-biodegrable. Therefore, these chemicals will not gradually decompose
and keep on accumulating in the soil there by reduses the soil fertility and gets transferred into the
body of plants and animals through food chain. this may cause many metabolic and physiological
disorders in humans.
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16.4.2 Ways to control soil pollution
Let us learn about some of measures which can help us to control soil pollution.
• Use of correct farming techniques.
• Recycling of waste before disposal.
• Proper disposal method of household and industrial waste.
• Use organic fertilizers instead of chemical fertilizers and pesticides.
• Proper maintenance of sewage system.
1) What is soil pollution?
2) What are the measures to reduce soil pollution?
16.5 Noise Pollution
How do you feel by hearing sounds made by vehicles in moving traffic and how you feel
when you listen to your favouriate song. Some sounds are pleasant while others are not. Any
unpleasant sound is called noise.
16.5.1 Effects of niose pollution
Hearing loud noises for a long period of time tend to disturb us, strain our nerves, cause
headache. It can also affect the hearing ability of an individual.
16.5.2 Ways to control noise pollution
It is very challenging to get rid of all noises completely, but can definitely reduce them
following are some of the ways to reduce noise pollution.
• Playing radio and TV's at low volume.
• Avoiding the use of loud speakers.
• Using vehicle horns only when it is necessary.
• Getting silencers fitted to our vehicles.
1) What is noise pollution?
2) What are the measures to reduce noise pollution?
Key Points
• Introduction of harmful substances into the environment, which can have an adverse effect on
living beings and on the environment is pollution.
• The substances which cause pollution are known as pollutants.
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• Burning of coal in thermal power stations exhaust from automobiles, burning of crackers,
smoke from factories can cause air pollution.
• Use of smokeless chulha and providing a tall chimney to the chulha can reduce air pollution
at home.
• Industrial waste, sewage water, oil spills, marine dumping, animal wastes are the sources of
water pollution.
• By avoiding open defeacation, bathing, washing clothes, release of untreated sewage and
industrial waste into water bodies are the ways to control water pollution.
• Use of pesticides, chemical fertilizers in agriculture, dumping of household and industrial
waste results in soil pollution.
• Use of organic fertilizers and proper disposal of house hold and industrial waste reduces
soil pollution.
• Avoiding the use of loud speakers, playing radio or TV at low volume, reducing the use of
vehicle horns are the ways to control noise pollution.

1) Define the term pollution and pollutant.
2) What are the sources of air pollultion and write some measures to reduce it?
3) Why should we avoid open defecation, urination or spitting on soil?
4) Suggest some measures for controlling water pollution?
5) Mention the adverse effects of noise pollution.
6) How is soil polluted by spraying insecticides?
7) What is the cause of acid rain?
8) Air pollution among the following : ( )
A) Burning of fossil fuels B) Sewage water
C) Use of plastic D) Use of paper bags
9) Result of oil spills ( )
A) cleans the water B) kills acquatic animals
C) cleans the oil D) lack of food for birds
i. Air pollution ( ) a. Acquatic animals
ii. Marine dumping ( ) b. Collection of household waste
iii. Noise pollution ( ) c. Lung problems
iv. Soil pollution ( ) d. Hearing inability
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UNIT
UNIT--VI
Chapter
17 My Family
Rahul lives alone in a house who left all the relationships with his family. Once, his friend
became sick started observing the care of parents, siblings on his friend living in his adjacent
house. He started realising the care and love of his family. He wished to be with his family who
love and shower him with care.
• Have you ever felt sick? You could recall the incident in your family when you were
down with fever.
• How did your parents / family members take care of you?
We all live with our loved ones and enjoy their affection and support. We call this close
group as "family". Most of our needs are fulfilled by the family. In this lesson you will learn
meaning of family, its importance, functions, types and how it influences our lives.
Learning Outcomes
The learner….
♦ Explains the meaning and importance of a family.
♦ Explains the functions of a family.
♦ Discusses the life cycle of a family.
♦ Understands family life cycle and applies in their family life.
♦ Explains the role of family in taking care of family members.
♦ Explains the role of family in building effective interpersonal relationships among the
members of a family.
17.1 Family
When you are filling an application for aadhar enrollment, Examination form recall that you
write your full name.
• What will you write in your full name?
Generally we write our name that our parents give and also surname.
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• What do surname indicates?
Surname is common for all family members. This indicates mostly the father's family
name and tells about their ancestor's history. Surname comes by inheritance.
Family is a fundamental unit of society where two (or) more people are related to each other
either by marriage, blood (or) adoption under a common roof and share source of income. The
family is universal consists married couple and their children main characteristic features of a
family are blood relation, companionship, common roof, sharing income, expenditure etc.
If you observe around you, people live in a group, we call it as a family. You can find
different groups having different structures. Some groups have people from three generations that
is, parents, their married children and their children. Some other groups consist of a married
couple and their children.
17.2 Family - Types

There are two types of families.
1) Nuclear Family : When
a family consists of a
couple and their children
both natural and adopted
living together under one
roof. It is called nuclear
family. Some times one
(or) two additional
members may consists.
Example - Unmarried
brother (or) Widow Joint Family Nuclear Family
2) Joint Family : Family consisting parents and siblings of the couple, their unmarried or
married children and grand children. Such family is joint family. In joint family all the
members live under common roof, sharing same kitchen, property. Generally, the elderly
member is the head of the family.
Let us find out functions of the family.
17.3 Family - Functions

• What are the functions of a family?
• Where do you feel protected?
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i) Protection : Recall when you were child, were you able to do all the activities on your
own?
♦ If you have any grand parents in your family, are they able to do their works?
♦ Do you help your grand parents in their works?
Love and care towards children, elders, grand parents, sick, infirm is the important
function of a family. Members in the family show love, protection and care towards
each other.
ii) Emotional bonding : Love, affection towards a person in a family from parents, siblings
and other family members is essential. If family provides love, care to the member in
the family, then members establish healthy development. If it doesnot happen, members
in the family suffer from anxiety and face hurdles in life.
iii) Education : Family is the first school to the child. Family helps the child to learn what
to do and what not to do in the society. To settle in life each and every child needs
education. It is the responsibility of the family to provide education opportunities to the
child. Not only this but also child learns to respect elders and to be honest from the
family.
iv) Socio - Cultural Values : The values that families pass on to the young ones are often
filtered and adopted from the general social science of the society. Customs, traditions
(culture), way of dressing, religion, beliefs, culture followed in the society are passed
to the generations in the family.
v) Financial Security : Family ensures the economical needs of each and every member of
the family. Food, shelter, clothing and also other facilities are provided by the family.
vi) Recreation : Members of the family live in a friendly manner. Important occassions
like festivals, marriages, birthdays recreate the members of the family.
Activity-1
1) Below is the list of some important functions of a family. Think about your family and
the functions it performs. Tick (3) mark of your response in the appropriate column.
Furctions of a family Always fulfills Sometimes fulfills Never fulfills
Protection
Emotional Bonding
Education
Financial Security
Recreation
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1) What is a family?
2) Differentiate by one point between nuclear and joint family.
3) List out the functions of a family.
17.4 Changes in the structure of the family

You have been understood about types of families that is nuclear and joint family. Over the
years, the structure of the family has been under going a quite change in India. Ask your elders in
your family, about the type of families in those days. There has been a change in the occupation
and style of living of people due to which there has been a shift from joint to nuclear families.
Let us see what other factors have contributed to this change.
1) Industrialization : Earlier, people were engaged in agriculture, but when income from
agriculture is inadequate, some people moved to cities in search of jobs. As the rural
youth got better education, they also moved to cities for better jobs. Poverty, drought,
construction of projects, climate conditions, crop failure etc. are the reasons for migration
which has led to the breakdown of the joint family.
2) Large Size : When the size of the joint family became unmanageable, sons moved out
and established nuclear families.
3) Education and employment of women : As women got better education, they started
taking up jobs outside the home. Based up on the jobs and education they started separating
from joint family.
So, these are all the factors contributing to the gradual breakup of the joint family.
Eventhough changes took place in the structure of the family. There are stages in the family
life cycle that are common in almost all families. Let us find out about family life cycle and stages
present in it.
17.5 Family life cycle

Siri had gone to the wedding of her elder sister, Divya. She came back home and asked her
mother "Could sister and brother-in-law be called a family?
Her mother answered, your sister and brother-in-law are a couple, they are at the beginning
stage of the family.
Does it make you wonder about the stages in family life.
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Observe the families around you, each family will be in one or the other stages of family life
cycle. If you see the above example. Siri's sister and brother-in-law are at the begining stage of
cycle. With the birth of eldest child, the family will enter the expanding stage. These children
develop from infancy to childhood, childhood to adoloscent and adoloscent to adults and get
settle and run their own households. At last, again Siri's sister and brother-in-law will remain as
couple with their retirement and oldage. This is the family life cycle, where they started as
couple and ended / remained as couple. Last stage is called contracting stage.
Family life cycle
The stages of the family life cycle are
• Beginning stage
♦ Independent young adult
♦ Marriage
• Expanding stage
♦ Parenting
♦ Settling of children
• Contracting stage
♦ Retirement
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17.5.1 : Importance of understanding the family life cycle
An understanding of the family life cycle helps us to foresee the challenges and requirements
of each stage. By understanding the stages in family life cycle, it will be easy to succeed and pass
from one stage to another stage successfully. Prior knowledge of challenges at each stage equips
us with confidence to handle the emerging situations better and the result will be happy family
system.
17.5.2 : Family life cycle - stages

i) Beginning stage : The life cycle of a family begins with youth. In this stage individuals
lead an independent life. Develops intimate relationships with the people outside the
family. Marriage is one of the most intimate relationships that a person forms. Marriage
is the prominent change in the lives of both boys and girls. Both make adjustments
pertaining to the changes due to marriage.
How will you accept the entry of a new member into the family? Think.
The adjustment is more as the part of the girl because she leaves her home of birth and enters
the new family. Members of her new family must understand her to establish a healthier environment
in the family.
Guidelines to promote healthy relationship in a family are given below :
• Talk to each other courteously not rudely.
• Do not talk only about self but learn to listen to others.
• Helping each other.
• Working together in the family.
• Sharing responsibilities each other equally.
• Look after the sick and infirm.
• Share your plans with other family members.
• Do not criticize but express your appreciation.
After the begining stage, couple enters in to expanding stage with the birth of the first child.
ii) Expanding stage : This stage starts with birth of first child.
Having children is dependent on couple's decision. The couple should be physically, mentally,
financially and emotionally prepared to handle. Both husband and wife should understand their
responsibilities towards parenthood so they can lead this stage successfully. During this stage the
parents bear and rear their children.
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iii) Contracting stage : This stage of life cycle starts when the first child is ready to leave
the home as an independent adult. This stage ends with the last child leaving the home
(or) with the passing away of either of the couple. During this stage the couple may
retire from their jobs, start pursuing some community services and enjoy the company of
their grand children.
Activity-2
1) You may have observed young couple in your family (or) neighbourhood with a new
born baby, then write about the changes in their sleep, food habits, socializing, and
entertainment.
2) Observe the stage in which your family is there and write about the role and
responsibilities your parents are performing. Exhibit your report in the classroom.
1) What are the factors responsible for the changes in the structure of the family?
2) To what extent do you think that women education and employment are the reasons
for the change in the family structure?
3) What is the advantage in understanding the family life cycle?
17.6 Role of a family in different effective interpersonal relationships.

• Whom do you like most in your family? Why?
• Are you dissatisfied with the behaviour of any person in your family?
Family relations depend on the way every member behaves and interacts with each other.
Cordial, harmonious relations and positive thinking can make life easier where as quarrels and
disharmony can lead to low self esteem and negativity among members.
In a traditional Indian joint family where a large number of family members try to maintain
good relationship with eachother. There can be few people in some families who are ambitious,
self centered, jealous (or) dissatisfied with their fate while there are others who look after every
one's comfort and interest before they do anything for themselves.
More and more people are moving to nuclear families as a result of migration, industrialization,
employement.
Various factors that contribute in strengthening the relationship are
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• A clear understanding of one's duties and responsibilities.
• Expressing love and empathy.
• Becoming sensitive to other person's needs and comforts and putting others happiness
before your own.
• Helping others in the family.
• Not interfering in other's affairs.
All these factors are important skills for a healthy life. These are called life skills. Enhancing
and using these life skills is the key to a successful family life. In contrast, mistrust, criticism,
interference, self centeredness, lack of empathy and poor communication skills are factors that
lead to disharmony and even breaking of relations.
Activity-3
1) Identify a person in the family (or) neighbourhood who does not have good relationships
with people and find out the reason for the same. Suggest some measures for helping
that person to improve relations.
1) Write two suggestions to establish effective interpersonal relationships.
2) What are the reasons for change in the structure of a family?
Key Points
• Family is a fundamental unit of society where two (or) more people are closely related and
lives under common roof.
• Family structure is of two types, nuclear and joint family.
• Functions of the family are protection, building emotional bonding, passing socio cultural
values, financial security, recreation.
• Changes in the structure of the family is due to industrilisation, large size of family, women
education and employment.
• Stages in family life cycle are beginning, expanding and contracting.
• In order to build effective interpersonal relationships among the members of the family, one
must establish good understanding about roles and responsibilities, sensitive for other's needs
and comforts, displaying genuine concern and love.
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1) What is the importance of understanding a family life cycle?
2) What are the merits and demerits of a joint family?
3) What is the role of parents in the growth and development of the children.
4) Explain the functions of a family?
5) Two years back Rani got married. She lives in a joint family with her husband's parents,
brothers, with her sister-in-law and co-sister. Rani established good relationships with all
the members except with her co-sister. If you were in Rani's place how would you improve
your relationship with co-sister.
6) What re the stages in family life cycle? In which stage your family is now? How can you say
that you are in that stage?
7) What are the factors responsible for the change in the family structure?
8) What is the difference between nuclear and joint family?
9) Last stage in the family life cycle ( )
A) Expanding stage B) Contracting stage
C) Beginning stage D) Middle stage
i) Factor that breaks relation ( ) a) large size
ii) Factor that binds relation ( ) b) expanding stage
iii) Merit of a joint family ( ) c) criticizing
iv) Reason for formation of a ( ) d) love and care
nuclear family
v) A stage in family life cycle ( ) e) financial security
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UNIT
UNIT--VI
Chapter
18 How Life Begins?

We know that parents and their children live together in a family. Children may naturally
born (or) legally adopted. You may have observed the birth of a baby in your family (or)
neighbourhood. you may be excited watching the baby playing all by him/her self, smiling, moving
hands and feet,
• Did you wonder where that little baby come from?
In this lesson you will find out how life begins and child develops.
Learning Outcomes
The learner….
♦ Relates the signs of pregnancy with the changes taking place in a woman's body.
♦ Desctibes the development over the three trimesters.
♦ Recognizes the need for taking care of a woman before and after the birth of a baby.
♦ Applies the knowledge of care to be taken after birth of a baby.
♦ Explains the factors that effect on developing embryo.
♦ Explains the need for a trained midwife for the delivery of the baby.
Let us find out where and how birth begins.
18.1 Conception
Fusion of male's sperm with woman's ovum/egg is called fertilisation. Zygote is formed after
fertilisation. Conception begins with this zygote formation.
Sperm fusing
Ovum Zygote cell division Blastocyt
with an ovum
Stages of Fertilisation
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18.1.1 Signs of pregnancy
• Woman misses her menstrual period. This is often the first sign. Morning sickness,
nausea which gives the feeling of wanting to vomit.
• The frequency of urination may increase.
• Changes in the breasts. The breasts tend to enlarge. The nipples also enlarge and became
more prominent.
• There may be some changes in the food habits.
Eating mud (or) chalk. Some women develop a strong liking for sour foods like pickles,
tamarind. An aversions to certain foods and smells.However not all women undergo
these changes to the same extent. Some women may experience such feelings in one
pregnancy and not for the other.
• There may be changes in the production and levels of hormones.
Activity-1
Ask your mother about her cravings and aversions she had when she was carrying you (or)
your siblings. Make a report on the same.
18.1.2 Development of foetus in the womb

Embryo develops in the mother's womb after the fertilisation. For about 9 months foetus
remains in the mother's womb. You may observe many changes taking place during this period.
These 9 months can be divided in to three trimesters.
The first 3 months (or) the 1st trimester :
• The foetus attaches itself to the uterine wall.
• Structures to protect and feed the foetus from amniotic sac, placenta and umbilical cord.
• Many external and internal organs form.
• The sex of the foetus can be known.
3-6 months (or) the 2nd trimester :
• Rapid increase in size.
• Foetus begin to move.
• Brain development is fast.
• Foetus reacts to light and sound.
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6-9 months (or) the 3rd trimester :
• Increase in size continues.
• Foetus can survive, if born
around this time.
• Antibodies are transmitted
from mother to the foetus so
that the child is protected
from diseases once he is
born.
At the end of nine months, the
foetus usually turns in an upside down Development during the three trimesters
direction inorder to be born.
18.1.3 Factors affecting the growing foetus

You have seen the development of foetus for about 9 months in the mother's womb. changes
taking place in the foetus may affect the mother physically and mentally. In the same manner, are
there any factors that affect the growing foetus?
Let us see the factors that affect the growing foetus.
i) Mother's Emotional State : When a mother becomes angry, irritated during pregnancy,
some chemicals will be released from glands and enter the blood. This results, a baby
with irritable behaviour after birth. A happy mother gives birth to a happy baby. Therefore,
the mother should try to avoid stress and tension.
ii) Mother's diet : A mother must take a nutritious diet so that her baby gets proper nutrition
to grow. This is because oxygen and food needed by the foetus is obtained from the
mother through placenta. If the mother's diet lacks in same nutrients, the baby will be
born weak.
Do you know?
What determines the sex of a foetus? The sex of a foetus is determined by the combination
of sex chromosomes of the mother and the father. A pair of sex chromoscmes are present
among 23 pairs of chromosomes in human cells. Karyotype is 44 + XX in females and
44 + XY in males. If mother's 'X' chromosome fuses with father's X' chromosome the resultant
is female child and if mother's 'X' chromosome fuses with father's 'Y' chromosome the resultant
is male child. So, It is only the father who carries the chromosome that determines whether
the sex of a baby will be male (or) female. This also occurs randomly.
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A pregnant woman's diet must contains
• Rice, wheat that are rich in
carbohydrates which gives energy
• For muscle development it requires
proteins therefore pulses, eggs, meat,
leafy vegetables must be taken.
Sufficient water and foods rich in vitamins,

minerals like iron, zinc must be included in
Food of pregnant woman
the diet.
iii) Mother's age : Before 20 years, the female reproductive system is not very well
developed and after 35 years the reproductive system becomes a little weak. So, age
between 20 and 35 years is the best age to have a baby.
iv) Medicines affect the baby : Some medicines can pass through the placenta and enter
the baby's body. consult the doctor before taking the
medicines. Be away from X-Rays, these can harm
the growing foetus.
v) Disease causing germs : If a mother has diseases
like Rubella (german measles), AIDS etc these germs
will pass through the placenta and damage the
growing foetus. Mothers must be careful and avoid
these types of infections.
vi) Drugs, alcohol and smoking : If mother having habits
of taking drugs, alcohol, smoking these pass into
blood stream of the foetus through placenta and can
A pregnant woman should
cause major damage to the foetus. A pregnant woman avoid drugs, alcohol and
should avoid habits of taking drugs, alcohol, smoking
smoking.
Do you know?
Ultrasound is a technique where sound waves of very high frequency are aged to check
the growth and health of the foetus this procedure is very useful in detecting many defects in
the foetus at very early stages.

Activity-2
Write two slogans to inform pregnant women about importance of good health.
1) Describe the development of foetus during 2nd trimester.
2) Write two changes that happen in women after conception.
3) What are the factors that affect the growing foetus?
18.2 Care to be taken during pregnancy (Pre Natal Care)
We know that developement of foetus in women's womb for about 9 months effect the women
physically and mentally. Women's anxiety, food habits etc may also effect the developemnt of
foetus. Mother's health is most important to give birth to a healthy child. Therefore, there is a need
to take care of a pregnant women. People around the pregnant women must take care of her.
During pregancy, the family must ensure that the following measures are taken care of:
18.2.1 Medical check up
After the first missed menstrual period, the lady becomes anxious to know if she is pregnant.
This can be done with a simple urine test done by the doctor (or) kits to test pregnancy at home
are also available with chemists. It is extremely important for all pregnant women to go to a
doctor for a proper medical checkup. The pregnant woman should get herself registered at the
nearest health centre (or) with a doctor.
If ASHA (or) an Anganwadi Worker is available, seek the help of them. Consult the doctor
and few tests like blood, urine, VDRL (for sexually transmitted infections), HIV/AIDS must be
done. Frequently weight must be measured and must follow suggestions of the doctor to be healthy.
18.2.2 Nutrition
Good food habits enhance the development of foetus. A regular and balanced diet should be
taken. Diet of a pregnant women must contain carbohydrates which gives energy, protiens for
muscular development and also vitamins, minerals, fibre and sufficient water. Nutrients in
appropriate proportions must be included.
Activity-3
Interview at least two pregnant women to findout the changes they have made in their diet to
ensure theirs and their baby's good health. Note your observations.
18.2.3 Weight
A pregnant woman gains weight as the foetus grows. This indicates healthy growth of the
baby. If she stops gaining weight (or) if there is sudden weight gain in the last few months. She
must go to a doctor.
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18.2.4 Taking medicines
Any medicine taken by a pregnant woman must be strictly under medical supervision of a
doctor. Tetanus vaccination must be taken and to prevent anaemia Iron and folic acid supplements
are taken under supervision of doctor.
18.2.5 Clothes to be worn
Comfortable clothes to be chosen according to the changes taking place in the body.
18.2.6 Exercise and rest
Pregnant women can do her daily routine work. She must not lift heavy weights. Under the
guidance and advice of the doctor can do few exercises for easy delivery. Doctor advices
approximately 10 hours of rest (or) sleep may be needed to the pregnant woman.
Check your progress………
1) Why there is a need for medical checkup for pregnant women?
2) What components must be there in the diet of pregnant women?
18.3 Safe delivery
The most anxious time in a woman's life is the time of giving birth. Some common questions
are "Will I be safe? Will my baby be safe?". She can easily reduce her anxiety by finding out
where she can have a safe delivery it may be a hospital, Primary Health Center (PHC) in a
registered nursing home. If a woman has not been able to get herself registered with a doctor and
health centre is far away, the next best option is to call a trained midwife or dai to the house for
the delivery. A trained midwife can do everything scientifically and know what to do incase of
any complication.
If the delivery has to be done at home in emergency, things required are a large clean cloth,
antiseptic soap, clean brush for cleaning hands and finger nails, clean cotton, new razer blade (to
cut the umbilical cord), sterile clean cloth, two ribbons (or) clean cloth (for tying cord), torch
light. Safety measures to be followed especially while cutting the cord.
Activity-4
Identify and make a list of a hospitals / nursing homes / primary health care centre in your
neighbourhood where deliveries can be conducted.
18.4 Care to be taken for a new born baby (Post Natal Care)
When the baby is born, usually about 17-19 inches long and weight 2.5 kgs. skin is wrinkled
and hair is present. A new born baby has a white cheese like substance which is antiseptic. Do not
remove it. It will automatically fall off after 2-3 days. The baby should be put on breast milk from
first day. The first milk colostrum needs to be fed. Colostrum is the yellowish milk from the
mother's breast for the first two days after delivery. It contain alot of antibodies which protect the
baby from infections. It also contain proteins. Care must be taken to keep the cord dry. Baby must

be bathed with luke warm water with soft soap. Family member must aware of immunization
schedule of the baby. Care must be taken regarding diet of the baby. Mothers should not forget to
have an adequate and balanced diet while they are breast feeding so that they are able to produce
milk in an appropriate amount. Mothers who are working may have problem for child care. So,
government of India has granted the maternity leave.
18.5 Planning the family
Married couple can talk to elders, friends (or) doctor about advantages of having a small
family. Decision may be dependent on thier individual opinion. Family planning schemes are
often seen in televisions, advertised on radio.
• Do you know, what is family planning and why planning the family is so important?
You may have seen around you, some families who have many children and some having
one or two children.
• Do you see any difference in these two families?
With so many pregnancies with less gap in between, the mother's health is affected.
Mother is unable to give proper attention and care due to immediate pregnancies. In a
small family, mother can look after the needs of children and she can stay healthy. Good
education and training can reach the children. There must be atleast 3 or 4 years gap
between the two pregnancies.
Therefore elders say small family is the happy family.
Unplanned family Planned family

1) What are the things required for delivery at home?
2) Write measures regarding post natal care?
3) Do you think that, family planning is necessary? Why?
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Key Points
• Conception begins with fusion of father's sperm and mother's ovum by forming zygote.
• Signs of pregnancy are, woman missing her period, frequent urination, changes in the breasts
etc.
• The development of foetus in the womb is divided in to 3 trimesters 1) The first 3 months
(or) the 1st trimester 2) 3-6 months (or) 2nd trimester 3) 6-9 months (or) 3rd trimester.
• Factors affecting the growing foetus are emotions of the mother, diet of mother, age, medicines,
germs, alcohol, tobacco.
• Regular medical check up, food (diet), weight, clothes, exercise and rest are the areas where
care to be taken for pregnant woman.
• Care must be taken by the family for safe delivery.
• Post natal care involving dryness near the cut cord, breast feeding, bathing with luke warm
water etc.
• Based on the consequences due to population growth, family planning must be conserved.
1) How does a woman come to know that she has become pregnant?
2) How development of foetus takes place during first trimester to third trimester? Explain.
3) What are the safety measures taken for a new born baby?
4) Why the babies are fed with breast milk?
5) What is the role and responsibilities of a family for a woman from her conception to birth of
a child?
6) "Every family must follow family planning". Explain the above statement.
7) When do the sex of the baby is determined. ( )
A) First trimester B) Second trimester C) Thrid trimester D) After birth
8) Fusion of egg and sperm is called. ( )
A) Blastocyst B) Fertilization C) Zygote D) Embryo
9) Foods that give energy. ( )
A) Proteins B) Carbohydrates C) Vitamins D) Minerals
i) Protects foetus ( ) a) Ultrasound
ii) Yellow colored milk ( ) b) Fertilized egg
iii) Technique to detect defect in foetus ( ) c) Nutrition of foetus
iv) Placenta ( ) d) Amniotic Sac
v) Foetus ( ) e) Colostrum
UNIT
UNIT--VI
Chapter
19 Growth and
Development of a Child
The clothes which you bought two years ago, are they comfortable to wear for you now?
You might have observed in your family that elder sisters / brothers will give their old
clothes that do not fit, to their younger sisters / brothers.
• Why do their old clothes do not fit to them?
If you observe children in your family, they first speak small words containing one (or) two
letters, then later words containing more letters followed by sentences.
• Why can't they speak sentences at first?
Chandra's aunt brought her new born baby to the family. Chandra noticed, changes in the new
born baby in few days. chandra was excited to notice rapid changes in baby's height, weight,
expressive skills. In this manner there will be many changes from infancy to childhood, from
childhood to adolosence, from adolescence to adults.
Growth and development are the reasons behind these changes. Let us study about these in
this lesson.
Learning Outcomes
The learner….
♦ Differentiates between growth and development.
♦ Explains the principles of developement.
♦ States the different types of development.
♦ Recognizes the role of heredity and environment in human development.
♦ Recognizes the factors affecting development and suggests to promote development of
children.
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19.1 Basic concepts of development
Chandra wondered noticing changes in her new born sister every day. Let us learn more
about these changes.
19.1.1 Growth and development

Chandra's new born sister was growing taller and heavier. This is known as 'Growth', which
refers to increase in weight, height and changes in body proportions. Growth takes place in the
physical aspect only. It refers to quantitative changes, example it is possible to measure how tall
a child has grown over a specific period of time. While the child was growing physically, she
was also showing changes in her behaviour and responses. All these changes are signs of
development. Development takes place in all aspects such as physical, cognitive, language, social,
emotional. The term 'development' refers to qualitative changes in an individual. Development
cannot be measured. Example : It is not possible to measure the child's increased ability to adjust
in groups and make friends. Growth stops at certain period of life but development continues till
death. Potential traits like sitting, crawling, creeping, walking etc are present at birth in the
individual.
19.1.2 Maturation and learning

• Can a baby able to run before she can walk?
Few potential triats are controlled by heredity in an individual. These unfolds at the appropriate
time. These activities can be done when the body becomes mature enough for those activities this
is called 'maturation'. Acquiring new skills due to environment stimulation and training is known
as learning. For example : Bicycle riding, swimming.
These will be learnt only as a result of effort, practice and training. Therefore, maturation
and learning work together to promote the development of an individual.
19.1.3 Heredity and environment

You might have heard saying that, eyes of new born baby resembles her mother (or) skin
colour resembles her father. We know that life begins with fusion of ovum and sperm. Thread like
structures called chromosomes are present in both the ovum and sperm. Genes are present on
chromosomes. There genes carry the information pertaining to eyes, hair and skin colour, facial
features, height. Transfer of genes from parents to their children is called heredity. Heredity
determines a child's ability in a variety of fields, including physical characteristics. For example
level of intelligence, proficiency in necessity, interest in games. Hereditary factors lay the foundation
for development and it is the quality of this foundation that is helpful in the future growth and
development.
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Environment
All the factors except the genes that affect a person from the beginning of his life are the
environment. Right from conception, the beginning of life in mother's womb, the growth and
development of human beings is influenced by a variety of environmental factors.
i) Environment in the womb of the mother : What is available to the child for his
nourishment in mother's womb from the time of conception till birth is quite important.
A few factors associated with this period are
♦ Single child or multiple children getting nourished in the womb.
♦ The quality and quantity of nutrients.
♦ Affect of radiation on developing embryo.
♦ Any damage or accident to the baby in the womb.
ii) Environment available after birth : Whatever a child gets from different conditions of
his environment after the birth influence growth and development. Any accidents which
happen in life time influences growth and development. For example, if a child's nervous
system is damaged in an accident, it will affect on his mental development. A child's
growth and development is greatly influenced by the quality of physical environment,
medical care and nourishment available to him. These include open space, balanced
diet, protection from diseases etc. What a child gets from his social and cultural
environment influences the entire course of development. A few such conditions are
♦ Parental and family care.
♦ Economic and social status of the parents.
♦ Children rearing methods.
♦ The quality of schooling and peer group relationships.
♦ Opportunities for active participation. Like wise, heredity and environment
influences growth and development.
Activity-1
Write the activities that, you and your family members have learnt by the affect of environmental
factors.
1) How do environment play role in promoting development?
2) Write one difference between growth and development.
3) What is heredity?
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19.2 Principles of development
Development, although, an individual phenomenon has been found to follow a logical and
sequential pattern. It is operated by some general rules (or) principles.
• Are any two people in your family identical?
• Is everyone in your family able to do the same things?
No one in the family will be alike and everyone cannot be able to do the same things. Let us
find out the reasons behind these.
Although no one in the family are same, yet, all aspects of their development have followed
a particular pattern. Development is governed by certain principles which are applicable to all
individuals. Let us learn about these principles.
i) Development involves change : From the moment of conception to the time of death,
the person is undergoing changes. Difference in the head size, length of the arms and
legs in relation to the body can be observed. Every year along with increase in height
and weight, baby's mental abilities also increased.
For example : Baby shows language developemnt and better ability to reason and
remember.
ii) Rate of development at different age levels is different : The child develops physically
at a fast pace in the first six years of life. The pace of development slows down in the
next few years. Rate of development is different at different age levels.
iii) Development is sequential and orderly : All the types of development follow a
particular order and sequence.
For example : a) No child is able to walk before she can sit.
b) Child first learns to speak single words and then uses sentences.
c) Simple things are learnt before a child can perform any complicated
task.
iv) Development takes place from head downwards : One of the first things that an infant
learns is to hold her head. It is only later that she can turn over in her bed, and then is
able to sit up, stand (or) walk. This happens because development takes place in the
head region first and then in the trunk region and lastly in the lower region, that is the
legs.
v) Development takes place from the centre to the outside : In the beginning baby uses
whole body for capturing any object. Gradually, baby tries to grasp the object using
arms. Later baby learns to pickup objects with hands and finally learns to use fingers.
vi) Individual differences in development : Even though there are similarities among
individuals in triats, there are developmental differences. Even individuals have same
height and same physique, one can express himself fluently while the other is still learning.
vii) Development is a result of both maturation and learning : Maturation is unfolding of
characteristics potentially present in the individual. Unless there is a physical maturation,
one cannot do any work. Example : Three months baby cannot walk because baby is not
biologically ready (or) matured enough to walk. Learning is the development that comes
from efforts and practice. Deprivation of learning opportunities limits the development.
1) Name two principles of development.
2) "Development takes place from head to downwards" explain.
19.3 Factors influencing development
Both heredity and environment are powerful factors. Development of an individual may be
influenced not only by heredity but also by environment. Few environmental factors are nutrition,
child rearing practices, opportunities to learn.
i) Nutrition : Nutritious food effects on growth and development of an individual. If the
child is getting good quality of food to eat, then chances of developing to her potential
are high. Non-fulfillment of nutritional needs may lead to several kinds of disorders that
affect not only their physical development but mental, social and emotional development
as well.
ii) Opportunities to learn : If the child is allowed to explore the environment, given
opportunities to participate in varied activities then child can learn many.
iii) Child rearing practices : The way the children reared may affect their development.
Rearing practices depend (or) determined on the values of the individuals.
There are three basic types of child rearing practices
♦ Autocratic : Where child is only supposed to do what the parents says.
♦ Democratic : Where the parent is a guide, but the child is also allowed to say in
her activities.
♦ Permissive : Where the parent allows the children to do whatever they want to do.
iv) Space to grow : A place with physical, cognitive resources is suitable for growth and
development.
We understood the factors influencing development, let us learn types of development.
19.4 Types of development
Remember the incidents which made you happy (or) sorrow.
• What were your feelings at that time?
• What were your actions at that time?
• Who will help in lifting heavy objects in your home?
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i) Physical development : The baby gradually develops in height, weight and also in
walking, jumping, running, writing over time proceeds. Changes in these are referred to
as physical growth. Physical development is the most recognised and observable change.
This development is largely dependent upon the child's health and nutritional status.
ii) Social development : You might have shared your objects with your friends (or) the
people surrounding you.
• Do you provide support to people around you (or) to your friends at their work?
Supporting (or) helping the people around you is the indicator of sound social
development. Social development is developing social skills like sharing, cooperation,
patience, interaction with peers and others.
iii) Emotional development : Happiness, sadness, excitement, angry these are all emotions.
Emotional development is the ability to control and manage one's emotions. It is important
that children in their early childhood are surrounded by people who are emotionally
mature and stable and are able to manage their emotions.
iv) Cognitive development : Children play with toys, puzzles and other objects in their
environment. Yet new knowledge is being explored in the atmosphere. These methods
will increase children cognitive abilities like thinking, reasoning, problem solving ability
and memory development. Congnitive development focuses on how children learn and
process information.
v) Language development : Language development is important to express our feelings
to others in our daily lives. We express our feelings / opinions / views in different
methods to others. Example by writing, speaking, sign language, facial expressions and
several art forms. Language is an important medium of communication. It is a form of
communication that uses words and symbols to express throughts, desires and feelings.
All these types of developments can be termed as 'overall development'.
We learnt about development in different types of abilities.
• Whether all the abilities are present in one person?
Howard Gardner, an American cognitive psychologist proposed multiple intelligence theory.
According to him, each and every individual are intelligent but the way of learning and expressing
are different. In humans, there are many different learning methods and information processes that
leads to multiple intelligence. These are about 8 different types they are linguistic, bodily-
kinesthetic, logical, interpersonal, cognitive, musical, intrapersonal, naturalistic. Gardner has
suggested, everything can be taught is more than one way.
1) "Nutrition influences the development" Explain.
2) List out different types of development.

Key Points
• Growth is a quantitative where as development is a qualitative change.
• Few potential triats are genetically controlled by birth, these unfolds at the appropriate time.
This is called maturation.
• Acquiring new skills due to environmental stimulation and training is known as learning.
• Inheritance of traits from parents to children is called Heredity.
• All that is around us constitute environment.
• Principles of development are development involves changes, rate of development at different

age levels is different, development is sequential and orderly, development taking place
from head to downwords, also from centre to the outside, individual differences in
development, development is a result of both maturation and learning.
• Heredity and environment affects development of a child.
• Types of development are physical, social, emotioinal, cognitive, language.

1) Explain the terms growth and development with examples.
2) How does heredity and environment affects the development.
3) 'Good emotional development helps in establishing cordial relationships'. Justify this
statement.
4) "Word errors arise when Siri speaks on stage. Name the aspect of development in which Siri
is lagging behind. Suggest methods to help Siri to improve her development.
5) Explain the different methods of child rearing practices.
6) Characters from parents are inherited to children through ( )
A) Environment B) Genes C) Inheritance D) Heredity
7) Pattern of development ( )
A) Head to downwards B) Legs to head
C) Waist to head D) Legs to waist
i) Social development ( ) a) Control over anger
ii) Moral development ( ) b) Recognizing, memorizing
iii) Emotional development ( ) c) Ability to use hands
iv) Cognitive development ( ) d) Ability to interact with each other
v) Physical development ( ) e) Ability to understand good and bad
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UNIT
UNIT--VI
Chapter
20 Growth and Development

from Infancy to Childhood
• Why does not everyone grow at the same speed?
• How is the growth in children at different stages of development?
Growth and development includes not only the physical changes, but also some of the changes
in emotions, behaviour, speech, personality and thinking that children develop as they begin to
understand and interact with the world around them using their senses.
A baby is called an infant, the first year after birth. Early childhood begins at age of 2 years.
A child may be referred to as a toddler. Childhood continues until adolescence.
An infant is called a newborn for the first month after birth. Infancy is the period of most
rapid growth after birth. A toddler is a young child who is learning to walk or "toddle." (1 to 3
years). Early childhood is from 3 to 8 years old and middle childhood refers to 9 to 11 years old.
All the developments in a child are a result of both heredity and environment.
Let us study the growth and development of infancy to childhood.
Learning Outcomes
The learner….
♦ Explains the different stages of growth and development.
♦ Differentiates the growth and development at various stages.
♦ Recognizes the role of heredity and environment in human development.
♦ Suggests necessary activities to promote optimal development of children.
♦ Applies knowledge of human growth and development in day to day life.
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20.1 Physical development
20.1.1 Changes in height and weight
Children of the same age vary greatly in height and weight.
When born, a baby measures 17 to 19 inches. The height doubles by 5 years and increases at
the rate of 7.5 cm per year till adolescence.
Similarly the newborn weighs about 2.5 kg 3.25 kg (5-8pounds) at birth, double the birth
weight by 4 months. Birth weight triples at the end of first year. The baby gains weight by 1.25 to
2kg annually, during the second and third year.
• Growth rate is fast till the first one and half years of age.
• During early childhood (2-6years) growth is not rapid. Children improve skills such as
walking, running, jumping, balancing etc.
• Growth rate is more during adolescence.
Growth chart :
Chart for Girls Chart for Boys

Age Weight(Kg) Height(cm) Age Weight(Kg) Height(cm)
Brith 3.2 49.9 Brith 3.3 50.5
3 months 5.4 60.2 3 months 6.0 61.1
6 months 7.2 66.6 6 months 7.8 67.8
9 months 8.6 71.1 9 months 9.2 72.3
1 year 9.5 75.0 1 year 10.2 76.1
2 years 11.8 84.5 2 years 12.3 85.6
3 years 14.1 93.9 3 years 14.6 94.9
4 years 16.0 101.6 4 years 16.7 102.9
5 years 17.7 108.4 5 years 18.7 109.9
6 years 19.5 114.6 6 years 20.7 116.1
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20.1.2 Development of teeth
A child at birth does not have any teeth. They start growing from three to four months of age,
but start appearing at six to eight months of age. They are temporary teeth or milk teeth. They are
20 in number at 2 1/2 to 3 years of age. At 5 to 6 years of age they are replaced by permanent
teeth, which are 32 in number. Generally 28 teeth appears first. The remaining four teeth (wisdom
teeth) may or may not come.
Upper teeth
The order of primary teeth eruption (teething age) Central incisor
Lateral incisor
is as follows : Canine (cuspid)
First molar
i) Central incisors (6-12 months)
Second molar
ii) Lateral incisors (9-16 months)
Second molar
iii) Canines (16-23 months) First molar
Canine (cuspid)
iv) First molars (13-19 months) Lateral incisor
Central incisor
v) Second molars (22-33 months) Lower teeth
20.1.3 Development of bones

Bones shape and support the body. Bone development consists of growth in bone size and
change in their composition. The bones become harder with the growth of the child. (Ossification).
Bones of the babies are soft and become harder with their growth.
20.1.4 Other physical changes
Internally rapid brain development, respiratory, circulatory, digestive systems and enlargement
takes place .Muscles and fat tissues increase in the body.
20.2 Motor development

The word motor refers to muscular movements. It is a voluntary movement of the body or
parts of the body.
20.2.1 Infancy
Newborns depend on somebody for help .But this situation changes very soon in two years.
Motor development means control over body movements. It is of two types.
1) Ground motor development : development involving control over large body muscles.
Eg: crawling ,sitting, standing, running, climbing staircase, riding tricycle.
2) Fine motor development : development involving using small body muscles.
Eg : holding, drawing, writing, catching etc.

20.2.2 Childhood
Gross motor skills : During the first five years, the child gains control over gross motor
skills. These skills can be performed with greater accuracy.
After five years of age, major developmental changes take place. Muscular coordination
improves a lot.
Eg: running, jumping, skipping/hopping, climbing staircase, ball throwing and catching etc.
Fine motor skills : The ability to manipulate the objects or working with hands starts in
early childhood. When they play with small objects and perform activities, their small muscles
develop and fine motor skills improve. Eye-hand coordination also improves at this age.
Eg: self-feeding, self- dressing, writing, copying, drawing etc.
Activity-1
Observe the infants and children at your house, family and surroundings. Write the observed
motor skills you observed in the form of a table.
1) Whose growth is more in boys and girls?
2) Compare the development of ground motor skills of infants & childhoold.
3) What are the different types of teeth in a 3 year old child? How many are they?
20.3 Cognitive development
Cognitive development means development of perception, memory, understanding, knowledge,
etc. It focuses on how children learn and process information. A child's thinking is a result of
both age and increased experiences. They can understand their environment by using their senses
(seeing, hearing, tasting, smelling and touching.)
20.3.1 Infancy
1) Children at 2-3 months old discover their thumb or hand or occasionally their own
foot.
2) Gradually by six months, they begin to play with objects. Eg: toys, glasses.
3) Children begin to learn the symbols by 2 years.
4) Children of two years are very active learners.
20.3.2 Early childhood
1) The child's mastery in use of symbols increases.
2) They are less self centred at this age and become flexible.
3) They can focus on only one aspect of a situation.
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20.4 Social and Emotional development
Social and emotional development includes the child's experience, expression and management
of emotions and the ability to establish positive and rewarding relationships with others. Infants
experience, express and perceive emotions before they fully understand them. The seeds of social
and emotional behaviour are sown in infancy itself.
Emotional well-being during the early years has a powerful impact on social relationships.
They develop social skills like sharing, cooperation, patience etc. in their interaction with peers
and others.
Infants begin showing a spontaneous "social smile "around the age of 2-3 months, and begin
to laugh spontaneously around the age of 4 months. Between ages two to six months of age infant
express other feelings such as anger, sadness, surprise and fear.
Some of the emotions are love, surprise, fear, sorrow, pride, joy, shame anger etc. Emotional
development is the ability to control and manage one's emotions. It is important to see that the
early childhood of an infant should be surrounded by people who are emotionally mature and
stable and are able to manage their emotions.
Development changes in social development from infancy to middle childhood:
During infancy : It is the development of a special bond (attachment) between the child and
mother .It will be formed with other family members slowly.
During early childhood : The child learns to interact closely with his/her peer group. As the
child grows, relations with the peer group becomes increasingly strong.
During middle childhood : A child enters into a formal school. He learns sharing and coping
in a social system. The child learns group or social behaviour, relationships and demands
more independence.
Let us know
Help the child to develop healthy emotions. Some tips are given here to develop healthy
emotions:
1) Practicing meditation
2) doing some exercise
3) practicing relaxation skills
4) using humour to release tensions

5) having some good hobbies
6) identifying solutions to situations
7) counting to 10 before reacting
8) careful thinking before reacting
9) having some personal space.
10) moving away from the stressful situation.

1) What are emotions? How do they change with age?
2) How do senses help in developing cognitive development?
3) Raju is an arrogant person. Shiva is a calm and cool person. With whom would you
like to do friendship? Why?
20.5 Language development

Language development in children is amazing. Language development in humans is a process
starting early in life. Infants start without knowing a language, yet by 10 months, babies can
distinguish speech sounds and engage in babbling.
Language is an important medium of communication. Interacting with others is very important

for our day to day life. Children develop receptive language abilities before their verbal or
expressive language develops.
There are four stages of language development in children :
Sl.No. Stage Age
1 Pre_ speech stage 0 to 6 months
2 Babbling stage 6 to 8 months

3 One word stage 9 to 18 months
4 Combining words stage 18 to 36 months
Language supports a child's ability to communicate, express and understand feelings. It also
supports thinking, problem solving, developing and maintaining relationships. The first major
form of communication of an infant is crying.
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In the first year, babies develop many of the foundations of speech and language development
.They keep on developing language skills at an amazing rate in the first three years of life.
* How to encourage early language development in children?
• Talking frequently with child
• Giving response to child's words
• Discussing daily about different topics
• Inculcating reading habits
Children ask a lot of questions between 3 to 8 years of age. We should respond patiently and
correctly.
• The ability to learn more than one language is called bilingualism. eg: Telugu, English
etc.
Physical, cognitive, social, emotional and language developments, together can be termed
as overall development.
Key Points
• Growth and development is not equal in all the children.
• A child at birth does not have any teeth. They start appearing at six to eight months of age.
• Motor development in children refers to muscle development.
• Cognitive development means development of perception, memory, understanding, knowledge

etc.
• Social and emotional development is the ability to establish positive and rewarding
relationships with others.
• Language development in humans is a process starting early in life.
• Physical, cognitive, social, emotional and language development, together can be termed as
over all development.

1) Differentiate milk teeth and permanent teeth.
2) How does the social and emotional development happens with age in infants?
3) What are the different stages of language development? How to improve langauge development
in children?
4) Differentiate between ground motor skills and fine motor skills. Give some examples.
5) Suppose a child in your neighbourhood is not provided a healthy environment at home. What
is the impact of an unhealthy environment on cognitive development of a child?
6) Teeth starts at the age of ( )
A) 3-4 months
B) 6-8 months
C) 7-9 months
D) 8-10 months
7) Example for fine motor skills. ( )
A) standing
B) writing
C) catching
D) drawing
i) Infant ( ) a) 2 to 5 years
ii) Temporary teeth ( ) b) 6 to 8 months
iii) Babbling stage ( ) c) 1 to 3 years
iv) Toddler stage ( ) d) Milk teeth
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UNIT
UNIT--VI
Chapter
21 Growth and Development

during Adolescence
The period of transition from childhood to adulthood is called adolescence.
The boys and girls passing through this period are called adolescents. It is a crucial period
during which an individual experiences a range of emotions.
Adolescence is a complex stage of our life. This is the period of confusion and transition.
Around 1.2 billion people, or one in six of the world's population are adolescents aged 10 to 19.
• Adolescent is described as an important stage of life. Why?
• What are the changes observed in the period of adolescence?
• How does adolescents develop healthy life style?
• How to overcome peer pressure in adolescence?
Let us know in this chapter.
Learning Outcomes
The learner….
♦ Identifies the components which effect adolescent health

♦ Identifies the effect of hormones in adolescence.
♦ Applies the responsibilities in their effective personality development in daily life.
21.1 Adolescent period

The World Health Organisation (W.H.O) defines adolescence, as the period of life between
10 to 19 years of age. During adolescence there is a rapid physical and emotional growth. Physical
development, emotiional development, social development, cognitive development are rapid in
this stage. These changes are initiated by hormonal changes in the body.
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21.1.1 Physical changes
The following physical changes takes place in girls and boys during puberty, which means
sexual maturity.
i) Increase in height and weight : Growth takes place in adolescence at maximum pace.
An individual reaches his/her maximum height during adolescent period only.
ii) Change in body shape : Broader shoulders and wider chest develop in boys. In girls
the region below the waist starts becoming wider to prepare the body to deliver the
baby in future. Muscles of the body grow more prominent in boys than in girls.
iii) Growth of hair : Facial hair, moustaches, beards, hair on the chest begin to grow in
boys. Hair grows in the armpits and at the genital region in both boys and girls.
iv) Development of reproductive organs : In boys, male sex organs like testis and penis
develop completely. Testis produce sperms. Nocturnal emission is the release of excess
semen from the penis during sleep. It is also known as 'wet dreams' or 'night fall'. It is a
natural phenomenon in boys and they need not worry about it
..In girls, ovaries enlarge and ovum begin to mature varies start releasing mature. Ovaries.
v) Change in voice : The voices of boys become hoarse. The voices of girls become soft.
vi) Increased activity of sweat and sebaceous glands : The secretions of sweat glands
and sebaceous (oil) glands are very active at this stage. Because of this, pimples and
acne are common.
vii) Enlargement of breasts : In girls breasts begin to develop.
viii) Beginning of the menstrual cycle : The first menstrual cycle begins at adolescence
and is termed as 'menarche'. It is the sign of starting of release of ovary in female
reproductive life. Menstruation is a cycle of 28 days which may vary from 21-35 days.
Menstration is a natural phenomena.
The sex organs by which children are identified as boys or girls at birth represent primary
sexual characters. Physical characters like development of breasts in girls, growth of facial hair,
moustaches and beards in boys along with the development of reproductive organs are called
secondary sexual characters.
21.2 Social and Emotional development

• What do you understand about social and emotional development during adolescence
and the role of the peer group?
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Family is the most important social group for children, but relationships shift in adolescent
periods. The adolescents struggle towards independence and try to establish their identify as
individuals. They shift away from family and towards the peer group is normal. Although peers
take on greater importance during adolescence, family relationships remain important too.
Activity-1
Read the following check list. Put tick (3) mark, which points reflect your behaviour.
Check list:
Behaviour Yes/No
Prefer to spend more time before the mirror.

Like to use perfumes.
Do not want to listen to parent's suggestions.
Feel only friends are correct, not parents.
Want to be identified by teachers and peer group.
Want more independence in taking decisions.
Feel responsibility in work allotted at school, house.
Like to take risks.
Sometimes feels shy, sometimes feels confident.
Have more self consciousness.
Show more sensitivity towards others emotions.
To make your future in a right way, you need to know more about adolescence. Seek help
from your elders. You should know the different between good and bad. You are often inclined
towards anything that attracts you. Ask elders and get your doubts or confusions clarified. These
are all common in the phase of adolescence.
Social changes and Emotional changes show that your child is forming an independent identity
and learning to be an adult. Family plays an important role in social development. During
adolescence, social networks greatly expand to include many people and different types of
relationships.
During this period an adolescent wants to connect to the society with his or her own identity.
They want to be independent and ready to take challenges to prove themselves. Understands
rules, culture, life skills which should be followed in the society. Hero worship is a common
phenomenon. Attraction towards opposite sex, maintaining relationships with peers, using digital
communications can sometimes lead to risks. Parents should be friendly with their teens and
guide them at this stage. They should be encouraged to participate in family functions and social
programmes etc.

However peers serve as an important source of social support and companionship during
adolescence. Adolescents with positive relationships are happier and better adjusted than those
who are socially isolated or have conflictual peer relationships.
Adolescence : Role of Hormones
Following table shows a list of some endocrine glands and some of the hormones produced
by them.
Sl.No. Gland Hormone Effect
1 Testes Testosterone Formation of sperm, secondary sexual

characters in male.
2 Ovaries 1. Estrogen Formation of ovum, menstruation, embryo-
2. Progesteron implantation, secondary sexual characters
in female.
3 Pituitary gland 1. Pituitary hormones Brings about general growth, stimulates

like growth other endocrine glands. FSH directs
hormone follicles for formation of ova or eggs, while
2. Follicle stimulating in males directs testosterone to stimulate
hormone (FSH) testes to produce sperms. LH causes the
egg to burst out from follicle and flow into
3. Leutinizing
the fallopian tubes.
hormone (LH)
4 Adrenal gland Adrenalin Controls emotions
Endocrine glands secret chemical substances known as hormones directly into blood. They
perform several functions in the body like physical changes, development of reproductive system,
menstruation, pregnancy etc... are under the control of these hormones.
21.3 Moral development in adolescence

Mahatma Gandhi once said that we need to be the change we want to see in the world.
Moral development can be defined as the way young people learn to decide what is right and
wrong, which in turn forms the basis of the principles of justice.
When children are younger, their family, culture and religion greatly influence their moral
decision making. Early adolescents have a great influence on peers.
In the early adolescent period, teens begin to think differently. This ability leads them to
question rules and standards. By reaching the age of middle adolescent period, they began to
develop their own moral code. As they move to late adolescence, they will develop their moral
ideas.
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21.4 Personality development of adolescents
Adolescence is a period of stress and storm. It is a crucial period of development. This
development takes place not only in the physical appearance, but also in the personality.
Personality may be defined as the unique characteristics of a person in terms of behaviour,
thinking pattern and feelings. There is a large impact of family, society, peer group, multimedia,
other media (eg: mobiles) and environment etc. on personality development of adolescents. The
personality development is both an individual and a social phenomenon.
Social responsibility of adolescents :
• Is adolescence biological or social?
Strong relationships with family and friends are vital for adolescent's healthy, social and
emotional development. Adolescence is marked by physical social and emotional changes.
Understanding and guiding the adolescents is important to make them responsible for themselves,
family, society and nation.
Personal responsibility
• maintaining personal hygiene
• to concentrate on studies
• to stay away from bad habits and bad company
• to take part in co- curricular activities
• to seek help from parents, elders and teachers in crucial matters
Responsibility towards family :
• to respect the elders and love the youngsters in the family
• to maintain peace and harmony in the family
• to look after the household responsibilities
• to make parents feel proud of themselves
Responsibility towards society and nation :
• to adapt healthy habits and guiding peers
• to respect the values of society
• to participate in cultural and traditional programmes
• to volunteer the programs like Haritha haram, Swatch Bharat ,Organ donation etc., creating
awareness among people.
• to create peace and harmony in the society
• to discard the negative taboos from the society

21.5 Peer group relationship
• An adolescent without peer group is unimaginable. Why?
As children enter into adolescence, the amount of time they spend with peers increases. Peer
groups become the most important socializing influence on adolescent behaviour and values.
Acceptance by a peer group becomes so important, teens may modify their speech, dress,
behaviour, choices, eating habits and activities in order to become more similar to their peers.
This increased similarity among peers to provide them a sense of security and affirms their
acceptance into their chosen peer group.
When teens modify their choices or behaviour to imitate or impress friends, they are answering
to peer pressure. Peer pressure is often associated with negative outcomes such as skipping
school, wearing unusual clothing, drug abuse etc. Some times the peer pressure can also exert a
positive influence (Eg: education, job).
It is important to teach life skills at this age. Negotiation skill, problem solving skill, critical
thinking skill, decision making, creative thinking, empathy, coping with stress and emotions,
communication skill, interpersonal skill etc. help them to overcome peer pressure.

1) Write the importance of life skills?
2) Write the physical changes in boys and girls during adolescence.
3) How should be the relations with peers during adolescence?
21.6 Adolescents - Health

• What are the factors affecting the health of adolescence?
Cleanlines, physical exercise, balanced diet etc. show their impact on adolescents health.
21.6.1 Personal hygiene

A lot of physical changes and emotional changes happen during this age and in order to cope
up with it physiologically and psychologically personal hygiene is necessary.
Some measures to maintain personal hygiene:
• Basic hygiene like washing hands before eating and after using the toilet.
• Covering the mouth when coughing, having regular baths, brushing teeth twice a day.
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• Sweat glands become more active in adolescents and give body a distinctive odour. So
it is better to take bath twice a day.
• Frequent bathing, cleaning of genital organs.
• Washing face with plain water 2 to 3 times a day may help to reduce acne and pimples.
• Girls need to take special care during menstruation. Taking frequent baths with warm
water, using good soap, wearing clean clothes, frequent change of sanitary pads, proper
disposal of pads are some of the steps to be followed to maintain menstrual hygiene.
21.6.2 Physical exercise

The physical activity leads to conditions of better health and sound sleep. All adolescent
boys and girls should take a walk, playing games, walking in fresh air keeps the body fit and
healthy.
Adolescence is a period when many changes take place in the body. Because of these changes
one may get tensed, confused or feel insecure. One can overcome the above situations by doing
regular physical exercise. Adolescents should not engage more time in watching television, using
mobile phones and computers. They should not get habituated to video games.
21.6.3 Balanced diet

Adolescence is the stage of rapid growth and development, so adolescents should take
adequate nutritious food. Diet should include requisite proportions of carbohydrates, proteins,
fats, vitamins and minerals. Seasonal fruits should be included in the diet. Adolescents should
avoid habits like consuming tobacco (cigarettes, gutkha etc). They should not take fatty foods.
Promoting healthy behaviour during adolescence and taking steps to better protect and people
from health risks are critical for the prevention of health problems. In general, adolescents do not
have a healthy lifestyle, which leads to health problems in future. Because the habits acquired in
this period may track into adulthood.
To improve adolescents' health, it is important to promote healthy behaviour at an early age.
The main behaviours associated with adolescents' health are physical activity, healthy diet, physical
exercise, playing games, absence of tobacco, alcohol and drug consumption, engaging in multimedia
unhealthy relationships, peer pressures, sleep deprivation etc. unhealthy habits such as alcohol,
tobacco and drug consumption, unhealthy relationships, peer pressures, sleep deprivation, more
time engaging in using multimedia should be avoided.
During the transition into adolescence and throughout it, there is an increase in desiring
novelty, along with the courage and curiosity to experiment with new and often unhealthy behaviours.

Adolescence is a critical time to establish the foundations of a person's health. It is important to
understand the behavioural practice during the transition from early to late adolescence. Adolescents
should take the help of parents, elders, doctors & teachers to overcome adolescent problems.
Promoting healthy behaviours during adolescence, and taking steps to protect young people
from health risks are critical for prevention of health problems in adolescents.
Key Points
• The growth of reproductive organs is more in adolescent period (10-19 years)
• During the adolescence period there is a rapid physical, emotional, social & cognitive
development.
• Hormones help in the development of secondary sexual characters and reproductive organs.
• One should take balanced diet for growth & development during adolescence.

1) What is the role of peers during adolescence?
2) What are the physical changes during adolescence.
3) What measures are to be taken by adolescents to maintain personal hygiene?
4) Sandeep was forced by his friends to smoke. He does not offend his friends and risks his
friendship. However he does not want to smoke. Which life skill helps Sandeep to overcome
this situation?
5) Choose the wrong one. ( )
a) Malini can play outdoor games during menstruation.
b) Nocturnal emissions happens in boys which is a guilty thing.
c) All girls should have iron rich diet.
d) Genital hygiene is important for both boys and girls.
i) Testes ( ) a) Growth hormone
ii) Adrenal gland ( ) b) Testosterone
iii) Pituitary gland ( ) c) Estrogen
iv) Ovaries ( ) d) Adrenalin
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UNIT
UNIT--VI
Chapter
22 Caring for the Family

The family plays an important role in the life of each and every individual .A family provides
unconditional love, care and support to all its members. We should appreciate this and not take
our families for granted. One should follow the values and customs of the family. Family takes the
responsibility in taking care of the family members.
• How do you appreciate your family when you are brought up?
• Mention the problems faced by a family in the brought up of a child?
• How to take care of family members?
Learning Outcomes
The learner….
♦ Identifies the role of family in taking care.
♦ Explains about the methods of caring of infants, elderly people, sick people, pregnant
women in the family.
♦ Explains about life skills.
♦ Appreciates the role of family in transfering and adopting the values of a society.
22.1 Care During pregnancy

Becoming a pregnant and giving birth to a child is said to be a second birth or rebirth for the
women.
A lot of physical, hormonal and emotional changes make a woman, a little stressful during
pregnancy. It is the responsibility of family members to take care of a pregnant woman.
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During pregnancy, a family should ensure that
• the pregnant women should eat sufficient nutritious food at frequent intervals.,
• she should take adequate rest and follow elders and doctors precautions.
• a pregnant woman should be happy and cheerful
• she should do suitable exercise with family members help.
• she should visit the doctor regularly for monitoring the growth of the foetus
• a pregnant woman should immediately get treatment for any problems that might be
detected
The nine months of pregnancy, childbirth followed by the first year of child care can be quite
exhausting for the parents, especially for the mother. Some new mothers in your family gets tired
because of the odd hours, when the baby keeps her awake and occupied. The family members
should help in such situations.
How do you help as a family member in such situations?
22.2 Care during infancy

The human baby is totally dependent upon parents and family for care and protection. Feeding,
loving, clothing, bathing and vaccination are the essential tasks to be performed with love for the
infants.
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Mother's breast milk is the best and correct food for the
infants. They need to be breastfed by the mothers, because it is
very important for the child. Breast milk is the healthiest food
fulfilling all nutritional requirements of a child. It serves as an
immunity booster through out life. Mother's feeding should be
done till the baby is 6 months old.
Immunization saves children against certain life-threatening
diseases (example: Polio vaccine, MMR, BCG vaccine etc.). The vaccination should be done
according to the immunization schedule.
Providing clean clothes, environment and timely feeding is the responsibility of the family.
Bathing of the child is also to be guided by following doctors guidelines the elders of the family.
Some studies have found that non parental care experiences appear to lessen links between
child _ parent relationships and child development.
If both parents are working, the elders or an alternate support system should take care of the
baby for their proper development.
Give some suggestions in such a case?
Government sector is providing maternity leave, paternity leave and child care leave for the
parents to look after the child .Private sector should consider this for the better growth and
development of the child. Apart from this the parents can consider the following alternatives:
1) Grandparents or relatives and friends can take care of the baby.
2) Neighbours/ friends mutually helping each other
3) Employ someone to stay at home and look after the baby
4) Join put the child in a day care centre or creche.
We should provide a good environment for the healthy growth of the child. If the option is
creche or daycare centre, it should be in a clean, open and well ventilated place, run by qualified,
dedicated and capable people. It should be near the house or workplace of either of the parents.
If someone is employed to provide care at home, the background of the person must be
verified. The person should maintain personal hygiene, capable of handling a baby and has a
caring and loving nature.

22.3 Care of young children
• Is the child's development on track?
There are several factors that influence the growth and development of young children. Growth
and development of a child is influenced by two factors : heredity and environment.
• Heredity or genetic factors cannot be changed as they come by birth.
• Environment plays an important role. Make sure that the environment provided to children
is ideal as much as possible.
i) Early stimulation : It can be achieved by providing stimulation in early years of life.
A child starts talking early, if the mother talks often to the infant.
ii) Play : Environment also holds facilities for play. The cognitive development is faster,
if the child plays and interacts with other children. Play helps to develop physical,
social, emotional, language and moral aspects of the child at the age of three to five
years, children imitate adult roles or develop their own stories to play. It is therefore
very important to see that adults should be role models to children around them.
Toys for children must be safe, inexpensive, durable, interesting, attractive and eco-
friendly.
Older children while playing board games and other outdoor games with other children
learn cooperation, sharing, taking challenges, team spirit, competition, leadership etc.
Indulging in this kind of activity helps them to learn about social settings, rules and
norms, sharing values etc.
• What types of games do you like to play?
Self discipline : A family should ensure that infants should be well habituated. It is a part of
caring for the family. Parents become role models in order to inculcate good habits in the
children. There are generally three parenting styles.
i) Autocratic disciplining style : Where emphasis is laid on restriction and punishment to
follow parent directions. Parents do not allow verbal exchanges. So the children from
such families often lack self-confidence, become anxious about social comparisons and
fail to initiate activities. They may have poor communication skills and may become
rebellious later on in life.
ii) Democratic disciplining style : Children are allowed to be independent, but are under
the control of their parents. Children can express their opinion and present arguments.
The parents are warm and open towards the children. Children of such parents are
socially well-adjusted, responsible and are usually self confident.
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iii) Permissive disciplining style : Parents are totally involved with their children. As a
result of this, the children develop no self-control and lack social skills. They are
unable to get along with others.
• List out the strengths and weaknesses of the above three parenting styles.
• How would you like to bring up your children when you become parents and why?
Each child is unique and different. It is important to accept them as they are. It is the family's
responsibility to encourage their natural talents, interests and guide them in a proper way. Parents
should not impose their own aspirations on the children.
22.4 Caring for older children

The school going child
As the child grows, he / she requires little support for eating, bathing etc. The roles and
responsibilities of parents / family change when the child starts going to school. The child gradually
starts moving towards independence. The child requires support in academic tasks (to do
homework, to study and learn). Though school takes over a part of responsibility, parents need to
cooperate and should take responsibility to supervise and support the child in studies.
Children at this age also love to play group games indoors or outdoors. The family and
school should provide facilities to play.
• What games can be played at this age?
• How do games would help the children?
Children at this age grow fast. They require a balanced diet for their growth. Both the school
and parents can help children to develop healthy food habits. Family should take care in providing
balanced diet to children.
1) How should we take care of infants?
2) Write the rule of family in caring of infants.
22.5 Caring for Adolescents
The age of 10 to 19 years is considered as adolescence. They strive for independence at this
age. Peer influence is more at this age. They want to take their own decisions and attempt to build
an identity of their own. Adolescents tend to challenge existing values and behaviours. Parents
often find such situations difficult to deal with.
Adolescence, a period of stress and storm to be dealt very carefully. It is important that
parents should have a friendly approach while disciplining adolescents. They should be democratic,

flexible, adaptive and provide emotional support while dealing with their adolescents children.
Trusting them is very important.
Parents / family must learn to listen to the concerns of the teenager, suggest alternatives/
solutions to their problems. Displaying confidence in the adolescent helps to reduce the generation
gap and also strengthens family bonds. Educate them about body changes that occur during this
period. Assign responsibilities to them. If they do good work, appreciate.
It helps the adolescent to gain confidence and gives them a feeling of importance. They need
help in choosing the right profession. They should learn to respect the opposite sex. Help them to
develop their skills. Adolescent give more inportance to peer group than family. So a family
should take more care during this stage for their proper development.
• Give some suggestions for healthy adolescent life?
22.6 Settling grown up children

The important developmental task of adolescence is preparation for their profession or
vocation. They need help in choosing the right profession. Young people feel anxious and worried
about this. Grown up children should be aware of tough competition to get a good, secured job.
Parents should take responsibility to guide children in this regard.
Preparation for a career should start early. Vocational guidance is offered in many schools.
There are new course options available for young people to choose today. There are also many
channels of information to guide themselves in the preparation required for a career. A family
should give support for grownup children while choosing career or occupation. This is very
important part of caring.
• What is your future goal?
• Which career do you want to choose? Why?
22.7 Caring for the elderly

Grandparents are an asset for the family. What is your opinion?
• How much do you care for your grandparents?

Old age is one of the stages in life cycle. Ageing is a natural and normal process of growing
up and hence affects the body and causes decline in energy and all the abilities. The challenge is
to accept aging as a normal process.
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They should gracefully, take care of themselves, slow down their pace they should do work
based ont heir capability.
It is the responsibility of family members to look at the elderly people in their family. The
elderly people should have financial freedom. Regular health checkups and medication should be
given to elderly people. The family members should show love and affection, help them and
share the happy moments. It makes them feel happy. It is very simple to follow the few tips given
below.
• spend time to make them feel comfortable
• provide moral support by being with them
• involve them in decision making
• encourage them to take care of themselves
• respect their views and opinions
However elderly life can be stressful also if they are not cared for their financial and physical
well being.
• Give some suggestions for the well being of elderly people?
22.8 Caring for the sick in the family

Sickness weakens the body. To gain strength and get well quickly, special care is needed.
The care, a sick person receives from a family is frequently the most important part of his or her
treatment.
Taking medicines is often necessary, but good care and support of family members is always
important. A sick person needs love and constant support.
• Why should we take care of the sick people?
A person who is sick should take rest in a quiet, comfortable place with plenty of fresh air
and ventilation. Everyone just needs to learn the basics of first aid. During the COVID-19 pandemic,
telemedicine came into live. The patients are more comfortable at home and are able to recover
soon.
It is very important to keep the sick person clean everyday. The sick person's bed sheets,
clothes, travels must also be bleached, washed separately in lukewarm water and kept clean. If
they are too sick to get out of bed, use a sponge or cloth with lukewarm water to wipe them.
Provide fresh and nutritious food to the sick person in time. If necessary, mash the food or
make them into soups or juices. A person should drink plenty of liquids. Medication should be
given time to time. A sick person might have less appetite, so give easily digestive food accordingly

with the doctors or elders guidance. Medicines and treatment are necessary for the well being of
a sick person along with family members support and caring.
1) How does a family takes responsibility in setttling grown up children?
2) How do you take care of sick people in the family?
Key Points
• The family plays an important role in giving care at different stages of life of each and every
individual.
• Caring for the family members is responsibility of each and everyone.
• Care should be taken during infancy, childhood, adolescence and pregnancy. Elderly people
and sick people should be given most importance and care in a family.
• Settling of grown up children is also an important role of the family.
• Family relations depend on the way every member interacts with each other.
• Caring for the pregnant woman infants, adolescents, sick people, elderly people is the
responsibility of each and every member of the family.
1) How do you take care of pregnant women in your family?
2) What are the important appects in caring of adolescents?
3) How does the games help the children?
4) What are the facilities in your neighbourhood to play outdoor games?
5) What are different parenting styles?
6) Compare the environment for growing children in nuclear family with that of a joint family
7) When both parents are working, how and who will they take care of the child?
8) Write about democratic disciplining style?
9) Choose the wrong one
a) discipline at home is very important ( )
b) family members should take care of children ( )
c) play is not important for the adolescence ( )
d) democratic disciplining style helps children in overall development ( )
10) Matching :
i) School going children ( ) a) Should be under the supervision of doctors
ii) Pregnant woman ( ) b) Needs support in home work
iii) Infant stage ( ) c) Life skills should be developed
iv) Adolescents ( ) d) Totally dependent on family
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UNIT
UNIT--VII
Chapter
23 Family Resources
TOSS annual examinations time table has been announced and you must attend the exams.
Think that your sister's wedding is also scheduled in the same month-end. You need to perform
certain responsibiliteis related to marriage. What type of food to be served? Whom to be invited?
place for the wedding and many more tasks should be decided by all the family members.
There is so much to do yet so little time. You also need to study for your exams. Will you be
able to achieve all your goals? Can you manage these events systematically? Yes, you all can do
it.
Let us find out how to:
• What are the plans needed to achieve more goals at the same time?
• What are the factors to be considered in the implementation of plans?
• How family resources contribute to the implementation of our plan?
Learning Outcomes
The learner….
♦ Explains the process of setting goals in the family individually.
♦ Identifies the different type of goals set by the families.
♦ Classifies resources as human and non-human required for goal chasing.
♦ Applies the knowledge to efficient use of family resources in daily life.
♦ Explains about the usage of resources and steps involved in management process.
23.1 GOALS
Observe the following situations
• Radha wants to become a doctor
• Ramesh wants to pass an examination
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• Your Father wants to buy a new car/scooter/cycle
• Your mother wants to cook a special dish for the family
• You want to visit your friend's house on Sunday
These are targets or aims which they want to achieve. These aims are known as goals.
A goal is a target or aim that we want to achieve to satisfy our needs.
Lakshmi wanted to stand first in sack race in the inter school tournament. She practised a lot
and did get the first position in the sack race.
Think of some of the goals which you have been able to achieve. We all feel happy and
satisfied after achieving our goals.
What happens if you are not able to achieve your goals? I do feel unhappy and dissatisfied.
23.2 RESOURCES
Observe the following
What you need or what you will do
Goals
to get what you want
To do agriculture Land and money
To buy a mobile Money
To go to watch a movie in theatre By Walk or go by vehicle
Wants to build a house Acquire Land and money
To video space record a birthday party Camera
To pass an examination Gain Knowledge and books
Some elements are needed to achieve these goals.
To achieve the goals mentioned in the above table we need money, land, camera vehicle,
knowledge, etc., The means used to attain goals are called resources. Or we can also say that
resources are all the things needed and used to achieve goals.
Activity-1
Make a list of any five goals you want to achieve within the next five years. Compare them
with the goals of your sister or brother who is about four years younger to you.
Sl.No. Goals Resoruces Required
Example Pass Class 10 examination books, time to study, Learning material,

money
1
2
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1) What are the requirements for the achievement of goals?
2) Write any two goals and write down the resources required to achieve them.
23.2.1 Types of resources

Human resources are the inner abilities or strengths of individuals. Resources like energy,
knowledge, time, skills etc. are cassified as human resources.
Community facilities like parks, hospitals, market, library, buses, roads and schools are
called social resources. A table, chair, gas stove, clothes etc. are known as 'non -human resources'
(or) physical resources. Some of these physical resources are available to everyone.
RESOURCES
NON-HUMAN
HUMAN
(Physical)
Time Energy Knowledge Skills Money Land Material Commu-

Eg: Eg: Eg: and Eg: Eg: goods nity
one Energy Information abilities Money Land to Eg: chair, facilities
hour, to play neededto Eg: to buy a build a Scooter Eg: Park
a day buy a car Paintings book house
All members of the family are human resources. All the house hold things comes under
physical resoures. We use these resources to achieve concern goals in human life and family life.
Each person in the family should identify the other person as resource.
Activity-2
1. List the various community resources that you and your family use to do various activities.
23.2.2 Guidelines to use resources

Resources are always limited. The money available to us is limited; the total time of the day
available to us is limited-24 hours for everybody. Land on this earth is limited too. To achieve
our goals, we have to manage within the limited resources. It is therefore, important to use them
wisely.

Given below are some guidelines to use resources efficiently:
• Do not waste resources.

• Conserve resources.
• Try alternative ways of using resources.
• Learn ways to make resources last longer.
• While conserving resources make sure you do not deprive others.
• Family resources should also be considered and utilized.
23.2.3 Efficient use of resources

We have to manage our resources to achieve our goals. Sometimes we have to achieve many
goals within a limited time. How would you manage your time so that you can do the following
activities within a day like study for your exam, visit your friend, teach your younger brother or
sister and help your parents to prepare the evening meal for the family in one day.
Thus, in order to finish all this work you must either:
• get more time,

• use your time effectively or
• decrease the amount of work to be done.
Out of these three possible alternatives, the first one cannot be done. You know that, time is a
limited resource; you only have 24 hours a day. Now, what to do? Decrease the amount of work?
All tasks are important and unable to minimize when you need to do compulsory. If you reduce
your goals may not be fully fulfilled. The only alternative left with you is to plan the timeschedule
in such a way that all these goals can be achieved.
This is just one example. We all face similar situations with respect to other resources in our
day to day life. Maximum utilization is the answer to our problem. This is for all resources. As
resources are limited, we have to plan their utilization in such a way that we can get maximum
benefit out of them. This is only possible with proper planning. Goals can be achieved by making
efficient use of the human and physical resources of the family in such situations.
1) Give two examples to human and non-human resources.

2) Write the guidelines for utilization of resources.
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23.3 MANAGEMENT PROCESS
Consider that your family has to make a trip to attend your cousin's wedding. Your mother
and father have to organize this trip. What all are they going to do?
• Preparing a list of all the tasks to be done.
• Planning for who is to do what and when.
• Arrange the money for the trip.
• Plan and buy the gifts for your cousin.
• Buying/stitching clothes to wear.
• Deciding about the number of days for the trip.
• Buying bus or train tickets.
• Father and/or mother applying for leave from work.
• Review of the plan from time to time.
These are some of the activities being planned 'to attend the wedding of your cousin' is
just one goal the family is to achieve.
Our goal is that the family is able to attend the wedding and enjoy it. The resources that the
family has to achieve this goal are money, time, energy and even people in the family would do
what they are asked to do.
• Parents are using money to buy the tickets and using transport facilities for their work.
• Parents are using their time and knowledge to think and organize the trip.
• Your brother and you are helping to collect the clothes, accessories and toiletries and
pack them.
• You and your brother are using your skill to design and stitch clothes to wear on the
wedding.
Thus, all the family members are trying to manage these activities in order to be able to make
this trip a success. For this family members and other materials are used as resources.
Management is a process of controlling / organizing whatever we have (resources)

to achieve, what we want (goal).

23.3.1 Steps in management process
Management is not only sitting and planning to achieve a goal. It starts with thinking out what
to do, that is, you plan. Then you have to check to see that you have everything you need to put the
plan into action. You also decide what is to be done by whom and how. In other words, you
organize. After that, you perform the actual task, you put your plans to action or you implement.
Once the task is over, you check to see whether everything went according to plan, and what went
wrong or in other words, you evaluate and decide on any changes that should be made next time.
These all are different steps in Management. There are mainly four steps of
management-
• Planning, Organizing, Implementing, Evaluating
✳ Planning : This step consists of thinking in advance about what needs to be done. A
simple way to plan is to make a list of all the things that need to be done. Since certainthings
have to be done first and others later, these should be arranged in a sequence.
Planning is important so that you do not forget any important aspect once you start
carrying out the task. Thus, planning is listing activities, sequencing activities and
providing scope for flexibility to cope up with changing situations.
Ex: Designing a plan to have a birthday party.
✳ Organizing : When you plan, you have to decide,
• Who is to do what?
• How the activities are to be done?
• When the activities are to be done?
• What will you need (the resources) to carry out the plan?
Organizing means fixing responsibilities and collecting orassembling resources
needed to carry out a plan.
✳ Organizing if it happens properly it ensures :
That all the work gets done. There is equal distribution of work. Work gets finished on
time. Time is saved.
This means that since the work gets distributed among two or more persons, it saves
time. Since more than one person is doing the work, all the work gets done and no one is
overburdened either; that is, there is fair distribution of work.
Ex: Organizing the plan designed for birthday party.
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✳ Implementing : Implementing is also known as putting a plan into action.
The activities done in order to carry out your plan come under the steps of implementation.
Implementing means carrying out the actual activities as planned and organized earlier.
While implementing the plan, you have to check the progress of your plan.
Ex: Celebrating the birthday party according to the plan.
✳ Evaluation : Evaluation means examining the progress of your plan to find out any short
comings and take appropriate measures accordingly. For example, reviewing and
assessing whether everyone is able to taste the meal after party. The implementation of
any plan must be evaluated.
To ensure that the plan is managed well at each step, we should also evaluate at each
step, i.e., while planning, organizing and implementing.
Every person in the family is a resource. Every household item is a resource. Family life
goes on smoothly and happily by identifying the human resources and physical resources
of each family and making full use of them.
1. PLANNING 2. ORGANIZING :
Deciding
• Listing tasks • Who will do what?
• Sequencing • When?
• How?
Management is a cyclic process
4. EVALUATING 3.IMPLEMENTING
• What went right/ • Put plan into
wrong?
action - doing
• How to Improve?

1) Explain different stages of management process.
2) What are the things to be decided while planning?

Key Points
• The means used to attain goals are called 'resources'. There are two types ofresources,
human and non-human resources.
• Management is a process through which we attain our goals by the efficient use of available
resources.
• Management is a process of organizing and controlling whatever resources we have, to

achieve what we want.
• There are four steps of management process namely-planning, organizing, implementing,

evaluating and these are related to eachother.

1) What is the relationship between goals and resources?
2) Give examples to human and non-human resources.
3) What is the importance of planning? Prepare a plan for any one event.
4) Explain the steps in management process.
5) Identify the non-human resoure from the following. ( )
A) Drawing skills B) Capacity of talking fluently
C) Money need to purchase a car D) Energy need to do work
6) Which of the following is not the stage of management process? ( )
A) Planning B) Organizing
C) Evaluating D) Resources
7) Mathch the following :
i) Planning ( ) a) What went right / wrong
ii) Organizing ( ) b) Identifying resources
iii) Implementing ( ) c) Allotment of responsibilities
iv) Evaluating ( ) d) Completing as per planning
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UNIT
UNIT--VII
Chapter
24 Management
of Time and Energy
Time is more precious. Every person looks at the time for completion of every activity. We
perform many activities in a day. Some of the activities like cooking, exercising, professional
works, sleeping, bathing and entertaining are also carried out by us along with our work related
activities. But all these are to be completed within the available time that is 24 hours.
The capacity to do the work is called energy. Every activity is related with the energy. As
available time as a resource is limited, we also have limited amount of energy. So we can say that
within limited time we must finish all our work with our limited energy. Some people say that
they are tired of work, even though it’s a small activity to complete within a short period. There
are many things in the family that need to be done to the best of their abilities at the fixed time. So
we will learn in this chapter how time and energy is managed.
• Why time is precious?
• Why 24 hours is not enough to complete our activities?
• How time and energy are interlinked?
• How do we use our energy to complete our work on time?
Learning Outcomes
The learner….
♦ Explain the meaning and importance of time and energy as valuable resources.
♦ Identifies the role of a time plan for effective utilization of available time.
♦ Suggest ways to save time and energy.
♦ Explains the role of multi tasking in time and energy management.
♦ Explain the concept of work simplification and its usefulness in the conservation of
time and energy.
♦ Evaluate their work by simplification methods at home.
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24.1 TIME AND ENERGY AS RESOURCES
Time and energy are the resources available to all of us. These two resources are very
closely interlinked. Each one affects the other. Although energy available to each one of us is
different but the time we all have with us is equal i.e. 24 hours in a day. If we want to finish our
work properly and on time we need to make best possible use of our time and energy. In other
words we must learn to manage our time and energy properly.
Making use of available resources efficiently in a way that we get our work done is called
the management of that resource. If you go to your friend’s house on a bicycle, you will require
time to reach the friend’s house and energy to ride a bicycle. Even if you walk to the friend’s
house, you still will need these two resources. Most of the time these two resources are used
together and managed together. If you reach your friend’s house using a short cut you are saving
time and your energy. Hence, you are managing your time and energy more efficiently. Making
best use of time and energy is known as time and energy management.
24.2 TIME PLAN/ SCHEDULE

Designing and implementing plans effectively helps is utilising resources. In case of time,
we have to prepare a time plan or we can call it a time schedule. It involves thinking in advance
about how are we going to use our time for doing various activities.
A time plan is an advance plan of what we are going to do in a given time period.
For Example You have assignments to submit to your study Centre by tomorrow. You find that
your mother is not well and you have to get medicine for her, cook dinner for the family and make
beds. With the limited time available with you, how do you think you will complete all the tasks
successfully? Think of the different options available to you:
Option 1- Get medicines, make dinner, make beds, serve dinner and next day request your
teacher to give you one more day to submit the assignments.
OR
Option 2- You list all the tasks to be done and prioritize them. Get medicine and give to
mother; do assignments; cook dinner and in between go and make the beds, serve dinner, and go
back to complete the assignment.
• What was the difference between the two options?
In the first option, you did not list all activities and prioritize them. In second option, you
planned your time properly and completed all the tasks i.e. you made a Time Plan in your mind.
What was the first thing you did in Option 2 which made it possible to do your work
successfully.Yes, you listed all the activities to be completed and organized them in an order of
priority.
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24.2.1 Steps in time-planning
i) Listing all the activities : List all the activities that you have to perform on a particular
day including your regular daily activities also.
ii) Grouping flexible and inflexible activities : Separate the activities into two groups.
Those which are flexible means which can be done at any time. The other set of activities
are those which are inflexible, means the time for performing these activities is fixed
and cannot be delayed or changed.
iii) Estimating time required for performing each activity : In the list whatever activities
you have prepared allot approximate time required for performing each activity.
iv) Balancing : This is the most difficult task. On one hand you have the total time of the
day available with you and on the other hand are the activities you have to do.Balancing
is the adjustment of time for each of the activities. Reducing time from some activities
can help in balancing the total time needed.
1) Give some examples to flexible and inflexible activities.
2) List out the steps of making a time-plan.
24.2.2 Point to be kept in mind while making a time plan.
• Make a time schedule which you can easily follow.
• Make a time schedule which is practical and flexible and can be changed easily in
emergencies.
• Think of an alternative plan of action for emergency.
• Allow for rest and leisure time activities.
• Multi tasking for better time utilization of time. (Multi tasking is the ability to do two
or three activities at the same time.)
Here is a model of time schedule for Seetha who has a school going child and is also doing a
course through open schooling. A list of all the activities to be performed by her are presented in
a table given below.
Note: The activities that are underlined are inflexible. The other activities can be done
according to her convenience as they are flexible.
Table- An example of a time-plan
5.30 a.m.— 6.30 a.m. Wake up, freshen up
6.30 a.m.— 7.00 a.m. Wash clothes
7.00 a.m.— 8.30 a.m. Prepare breakfast and start cooking lunch

8.30 a.m.— 9.00 a.m. Dress the child and send to school
9.00 a.m. —9.30 a.m. Have breakfast
9.30 a.m. —11.00 a.m. Clean the house
11.00a.m – 11.30 a.m. Bathe and get ready
11.30 a.m. — 11.45 a.m. Rest
11.45 a.m. — 12.45 p.m. Study
12.45 p.m. — 1.00p.m. Pick the child from school
1.00 p.m.—1.45 p.m. Serve and eat lunch
1.45 p.m.—2.00 p.m. Wind up and clean kitchen
2.00 p.m. —2.45 p.m. Personal Hobbies/ rest
2.45 p.m. — 3.30 p.m. Pre-preparation for dinner
3.30 p.m. — 4.00 p.m. Tea break
4.00 p.m.—4.30 p.m. Shop for daily needs
4.30 p.m.—5.30 p.m. Help child to do homework
5.30 p.m. — 6.30 p.m. Prepare dinner
6.30 p.m.—7.30 p.m. Serve and eating dinner
7.30 p.m.—8.30 p.m. Wind up and clean kitchen
8.30 p.m—8.45 p.m. study
8.45 p.m- 10.00 p.m Get ready for sleeping
10.00 p.m.—5.30 a.m. Rest
From the time plan presented above, you can observe that there are certain times of the day
when a number of activities have to be performed within a fixed time period. These time periods
are called peak load periods. These peak loads need to be managed by proper planning.
For example, children’s uniform can be ironed and kept ready for the next morning and some
pre-preparations of lunch and breakfast can be done in the evening. This will reduce some pressure
from this peak work load period in the morning next day. Working constantly leads to tiredness
and fatigue both physical and mental.
You may have also noticed that the afternoon time is being spent on rest and hobbies. This is
called leisure period. This is essential to give rest to the body and to break the monotony of the
hectic routine. This also helps to recharge the body physically and emotionally. This also helps us
to manage our peak work load efficiently and remove stress.
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• Family time plan.
Every member of a family will have their own time-plan and any chance of time-plans of
family members clashing can be resolved by adjusting timing of different activities. Consider a
family, where the son is the first to leave for school, daughter leaves for college after that, then the
mother leaves for office; hence their bathing time can be adjusted accordingly. Son takes bath
first, next is the daughter and then their mother. Father is a shopkeeper, so he can bathe after
everyone has had their bath and left for school, college or office.
Activity-1
Use the time plan given in Table and answer the following:
If a guest arrives suddenly during one of your peak load period how would you manage your
tasks. *
*Hint: Reschedule activities/ seek help of other family members/ reschedule activities/
simplify tasks
24.2.3 Advantages of preparing a time plan
When you plan and implement a time plan /schedule, you realize how useful it has been to
you.
You will be able to:
• Finish all your work efficiently without feeling tired.
• Find time for rest and relaxation.
• Find time for your hobbies like playing out door games (cricket, football, volleyball
and hockey) doing embroidery, listening to music, dancing, watching T.V. etc.
• Do more productive work in less time.
• You are saved from last minute tensions and confusion.
• Better quality work is done.
What will happen if you do not make a time-plan either mentally or on paper?
• You may not have enough time for each task.
• You may not have time for unforeseen events like visitors dropping in or an unexpected
and urgent visit to the doctor if a family member has been fallen ill.
How time can be saved?
We can save time by-
• making time plans and following them strictly.
• not wasting time.
• using labour saving equipments. With these equipments time and energy can be saved.
• doing two or more activities at the same time which is called as dovetailing of activities.

Activity-2
1) Observe your mother performing her household activities for one full day.
List all the activities she performs. Suggest to her, ways by which she can save her time and
is able to watch T.V. Follow her hobbies and find time for her to rest also. Request her to record
the number of hours she is able to save by following your suggestions.
24.3 ENERGY SAVING
Energy saving is also an important task to complete all the activities in a time schedule.
When more energy is consumed for few activities only then it’s difficult to complete the remaining
activities. During the day, we all do different types of activities which require different amount of
energy. These activities are grouped into three categories based on energy consumption.
i) Heavy activities like running, jogging and mopping requires large amount of energy.
ii) Moderate activities like sweeping, ironing and cooking require average amount of energy.
iii) Light activities like reading, watching T.V. and listening to music need very little energy.
1) Explain multi tasking an example.
2) What are the advantages with time plan.
3) Write any two flexible and inflexible activities of your daily life.
Key Points
• Making use of available resources efficiently in a way that we get our work done is called
the management of that resource.
• A time plan is an advance plan of what we are going to do in a given time period.
• Steps in time-planning : Listing all the activities, grouping flexible and inflexible activities,
estimating time required for performing each activity, balancing.
• For efficient use of your time prepare an easy, practical and flexible time schedule in advance
while planning.
• Multi-taksing is the ability to do two or more activities at the same time.
• Energy saving is also an important task to complete all the activities in a time schedule.
1) What is a time plan and write the advantages of preparing a time-plan?
2) Write about the steps in time planning?
3) Differentiate between heavy, moderate and light work. Give one example of each.
4) Why is more important to categorize activities of work?
5) What type of problems may arise if you do not make a time-plan?
6) What do you understand by the term multitasking and how does it help to save time?
7) Explain about the relationship between time and energy with an example.
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UNIT
UNIT--VII
Chapter
25 Managing
Family Income
Food, shelter and clothing are basic needs of a human being. To fulfil these basic needs, to
buy anything, we need money. Your parents work hard to earn money to run the house and try to
fulfil the needs of all the family members. Can your father or mother earn extra money through
other sources or can you and your sibling contribute towards the family income? Yes, you can by
helping in the household chores like cleaning, mopping, washing dishes and clothes. You can
stitch clothes at home, take tuition, repair household gadgets, do typing to meet their additional
needs with this extra money.
• From where can we get this money?
• What are the sources of income?
• How will you utilise your income?
• How will you plan to reduce the expenditure?
• How can one save their income?
Learning Outcomes
The learner….
♦ Identifies the sources of family income.
♦ Differentiates the family income, expenditure and savings.
♦ Develop a budget for family and implement in their daily life.
♦ Explains the characteristics of good budget.
25.1 Family Budget

Different families handle budgeting and money management in different ways. Yearly, monthly
or weekly picture of what you need to spend and what you have left over is the general goal of a
family budget.
A family budget is a record of what you earn and spend.
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A family budget will help you:
• spend your money wisely on the things you must have - these are your needs
• save money for the things you like, but can live without - these are your wants
• set aside money for unforeseen expenses - for example, if your car breaks down and
needs repairs
• stops accidental overspending.
What is the importance of budgeting?
Budgeting can help you and your family take the first step towards control of your money. It
can also help you avoid debt. And it lets you get on with being a family, rather than spending too
much time worrying about your finances.
24.2 INCOME AND ITS SOURCES

Whatever is earn in the form of money which comes into the family is called its income. This
income may come from various sources. Income is used to fund day-to-day expenditures.
Sources of Income
Families have various types of income, sources.
• Income can be salary from a job, pension.
• Profits in business.
• Rent from a house or shop.
• Self-employment.
• Selling of agricultural products.
• Interest received from bank or sale of shares and other investments.
• Earning from the use of your skills or profit from your household produce etc
When you use your skills like stitching clothes for family members growing vegetables at
home for your consumption or knitting sweaters for family members, you do not get any money in
hand but at the same time you save money which you would have given to the tailor for stitching
or for buying a sweater or vegetables etc. Such savings add to your income. Money can also be
saved by using free facilities like medical facilities, free education for Children or rent free
accommodation.
• Family income is the income from all sources like salary of family members, rents,
and interest received from banks and savings from using skill of family members.
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Activity-1
1) Discuss with your parents and list all the sources of your family income.
2) List the skills of all your family members. Give them suggestions as to how they can
contribute to family income by making use of their skills.
24.3 EXPENDITURE
Whatever money we spend from the income for buying various things to fulfil our needs is
called expenditure. Let us make a list of all the items and services on which your family spends
income.
Family spends income for family members on food, housing, clothing, education, transportation,
medical expenses, entertainment etc. This is called 'family expenditure'. The list of expenses can
be short term expenses or long term expenses. The grocery we get everymonth comes under short
term expenditure and the money borrowed to construct a house comes under long term expenditure.
let us define expenditure-
• Income brings money into a family while expenditure takes money out so that it is
not available for anything else.
Activity-2
Make a list of your immediate needs (short term expenditure) and needs which can be fulfilled
at a later date (long term expenditure).
24.4 SAVINGS
A part of family's income which is set aside for future use is called as saving. Savings may
be used at any time in future for any purpose like family needs or emergencies, children‘s marriage
or higher education, old age security, health emergencies to buy luxury goods etc.
Saving is the money set aside by the family for future use
24.5 NEED FOR MANAGING INCOME

To use income properly a plan must be devised according to income and expenditure. To
ensure that some money is saved, the expenditure must be less than the income. Inorder to manage
within your income, you need to plan the expenditure. This is known as 'managing income' and
means spending wisely so that all your needs are met. For this every family must make a 'spending
plan'.
A spending plan is a planned approach to spend money. It is based on the total income of a
family. It helps the family to live within their income and also save money for future needs and
emergencies.

24.6 SPENDING PLAN (BUDGET)
It is actually a list of requirements of all the family members, with the money allocated for
each item to fulfil their needs. To be able to do this you must also know the income of a family.
• Why should we make a spending plan?
• If we do not make a spending plan, we are likely to spend more than what we have. So,
if our expenditure is greater that our income it may lead us to borrow money to fulfil
needs.
Expenditure > Income ————————————— Borrowing. (> means more than)
• Keep your expenditure less than the income, in order to save money.
Expenditure < Income —————————————— Saving. (< means less than)
To avoid getting into trouble, make your own spending plan.
24.6.1 Factors of expenditure

Each family has its own needs which are different from those of other families. How much a
family spends on the different items depends on many factors.
Let us now consider these factors.
i) Income - The total family income from all sources will basically help to decide how
much can be spent on various items. More the income more will be the money spent for
purchasing different items.
ii) Size of family - More the number of family members more will be the expenditure on
food and clothing. Hence, the family will be able to spend less on entertainment and
luxuries etc.
iii) Age of family members - If there are school going children, expenditure on education,
school uniform, stationary etc. will be more.
iv) Place of residence - In big cities like Delhi and Mumbai, cost of living, food, house
rent, travel expenses and school fee are higher than in small towns and villages.
v) Skills - If some family members have certain skills like making preserves or doing
household repairs like repairing electrical equipments, carpentry etc. then the family
will have to spend less on getting the repairs done.
vi) Savings - Money is to be saved keeping in mind the future needs.
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24.6.2 Points to be rememberred while devising a budget
Use the following steps to make your spending plan :
• Keep in mind all the income and facilities available to you for the period for which you
are making the spending plan.
• List all the requirements (commodities and services) needed by the family members for
that period.
• Prioritize your needs such as wants, facilities, luxuries.
• Allocate funds keeping in mind the total income. This will help in effective utilization
of money and other resources.
• Balance the spending plan. This will also help to save some money.
24.6.3 Allocation of funds

You have the list of expenditures ready with you and you know how much money is available.
Now you allot money to different heads according to your income and see how much you are able
to save from your income.
The table below gives you an idea about the percentage of expenditure and the amount of
money spent on each item.
Table : 1 Details of expenditure and savings of a family
Item of Expenditure Amount (Rs.)

food (35%) 3500
housing (20%) 2000
clothing (5%) 500
family recreation (5%) 500
household operations (6%) 600
education (5%) 500
transportation (8%) 800
medical expenses (3%) 300
furnishing (3%) 300
saving (10%) 1000
TOTAL 10000

Every family, whatever the number or age of its members, must save a part of their monthly
income for later needs. The needs can be education or marriage of children, medical expenses,
house building, buying a car or a refrigerator depending on the needs of the family, the family will
have to shift emphasis from spending to saving. As a guide it is advisable to save about 10% of
the monthly income.
24.6.4 Balancing the spending plan

While making spending plan, put down the expenditure on each item according to your
requirement. The most important and difficult step in making a spending plan is balancing i.e.
making expenditure less than income. With experience we all can master this art.
There are two ways of doing this
Increasing income Reducing expenditure
• Find other sources of supplementary • Do not waste food, electricity, water.

income according to your capabilities, • Cut down on eating outside.
skills and knowledge like taking tuitions,
stitching clothes, making handicraft articles • Ironing and washing at home.
etc. • Economic use of stationary i.e. paper,
• Increase the income by taking up part-time pencils etc.
job, over time, household production like • Use of public transport or cycle.
kitchen garden, poultry farming, bee • Use of public library instead of buying
keeping, and making preserved food items. books.
• Looking out for sales/ rebates and places
where prices are comparatively lower,
Shop in one trip.
• Avoid impulsive buying and items which
are not necessary.
These are some of the ways by which you can help supplement for family income. Therefore
the best budget is where income and expenditure allocation is balanced.
24.6.5 Expenditure record

• Discourages 'impulsive buying' i.e. keeping away from buying what you really do not
need at a particular time.
• Expenditure record helps you to meet all the needs of all your family members. For this
make a list, allocate money for each item and then spend according to the spending plan.
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Record of expenditure will help you to-
• know how much you have spent on each item
• know whether you have spent more or less on certain items than the previous month
• control any unnecessary expenditure by not spending money on these items
• plan for future needs
• save money
• check or compare old prices with new prices
• avoid getting cheated
• to stop impulsive buying
The table below will give you an idea of how to keep a record of expenditure each month.
Table 2
Record of expenditure
Month __________________ Year ________________
Sl.No. Activity Weel 1 Weel 2 Weel 3 Weel 4 Total
1 Food
vegetables
fruits
milk
ghee/ oil
butter
spices
egg, meat
others
2 House
rent
repair
house tax
3 Clothes
cloth
clothes- ready made
tailoring charges
shoes / chappals / sandals
socks, handkerchiefs
undergarments
school uniforms

Sl.No. Activity Weel 1 Weel 2 Weel 3 Weel 4 Total
4 Education
school fees
books, stationary etc.
5 Household bills
electricity bill
water bill
any other
6 Medical expenses
doctor‘s fees
medicines
7 Transport
bus fare
metro fare
petrol
repair/servicing of
cycle, car etc.
8 savings
9 any other item
24.7 CHARACTERISTICS OF A GOOD BUDGET

a) Accurate estimates of income : Find the exact amount of income that will be available
to you for expenditure. (Gross income of the family differs from its take home pay).
b) Accurate estimates of expenditure : The expenditure estimate should be as accurate

as possible. Look up the budget of the previous years or the records of past expenditures
and savings.
c) Reasonably accurate allocation of money : The resources on expenditures side should

be reasonably accurate; the family must be able to determine its present needs and
wants and anticipate future changes (e.g. for some families budgeting for October-
November will need extra outlay on spending on festivals and other occasions.)
d) Flexible : A budget is made flexible by allowing sufficient margin on certain items. It

should allow you to divert some money from one item to another as per your need. For
example, some money can be easily diverted from entertainment in case of an unexpected
high medical expenditure.
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1) What are the differences between income, expenditure and savings?
2) What are the things to keep in mind while making a budget plan?
3) What factors does the family expenditure depends on?
24.8 Money management

Now you must have understood the importance of managing money as it is an important
resource. Family members work very hard to earn money. It should not be wasted. You must
manage the money you get as pocket money. Also help your parents understand the importance of
money management and help them in preparing a budget.
24.8.1 Working out what you spend

One of the hardest things about making a budget and managing money can be keeping track of
what you spend.
Spending can be regular (fixed expenses) or irregular or once-off (variable expenses).
Here are some of the fixed expenses you might want to include in your family’s budget:
• house repayments or rent
• utilities - gas, electricity, water, phone and internet
• school, tuition, college fees
• health, car and household insurance
• credit card and personal loan repayments.
Here are some of the variable expenses in your family’s budget:
• food
• home maintenance and household goods
• school uniforms, textbooks and stationary
• medical expenses
• car repairs and petrol
• public transport
• personal items like clothing and haircuts
• entertainment
• other things like gifts and special treats for you and your family.

24.8.2 Savings plan
Your budget will tell you whether you’re currently spending more or less than you earn. If
you’re currently spending more, a simple savings plan can help you spend less. And if you’re
already spending less than you earn, a savings plan will help you put some of your leftover money
aside for unexpected expenses, emergencies and long-term goals.
You can sit down together as a family and look at how you can save. For example, can you
spend less on certain items? Do you have any high-interest credit cards or other loans? Could you
pay these off as soon as possible and look into more suitable credit or loan options?
Here are some tips to save money :
• Build a savings buffer : Before you start saving for your wants, you could keep extra
savings for financial emergencies. For example, you could aim to keep some money in a
separate savings account. You can use this money for unexpected or emergency expenses,
which can help you avoid going into debt.
• Decide what you¡¦re saving for : Decide the purpose of saving inadvance.
• Set a deadline for your goal : But be realistic, and you will avoid feeling pressure.
• Open a fee-free bank account : which is separate from your main account. You can
use this account only for saving towards your goal. You can set up a direct debit from
your main account to regularly transfer a set savings amount.
• Look into other options : like asking your employer to split your salary payment, so
some of it goes into your separate savings account.
• Speak to your bank, financial institution or financial adviser : if you want more
advice.
Once you’ve come up with a savings plan, it’s a good idea to review the pros and cons
before you start. This way you’ll know how it’ll affect your family life. If there are parts of your
plan you’re unsure about, seek advice or double-check your calculations before you go ahead.
1) Discuss about the tips to be followed for money management.
2) Discuss about the fixed expenses of your family.
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Key Points
• A family budget is a record of what you earn and spend. Budgeting can help you and your
family take the first step towards controlling your money.
• Family income is the income from all sources like salary of family members, rents and
interest received from banks and savings from using skill of family members.
• Spending plan is actually a list of requirements of all the family members, with the money
allocated for each item to fulfil these needs.
• Spending plan helps you to meet all the needs of all your family members.
• Saving is the money set aside by the family for use in times.
• The characteristics of a good budget are; accurate estimates of income, accurate estimates of
expenditure, reasonably accurate allocation of money, flexible.

1) Explain about direct and indirect income.
2) Give any five points highlighting the importance of 'Family Spending Plan'.
3) List the characteristics of a good budget.
4) What are the things do you keep in mind while devising a family's spending plan?
5) Define the term .spending plan. and explain the factors on which the allocation of money on
different items is decided.
6) Choose the correct option from the choices given to complete the statement.
i) Income means ( )
A) money B) house C) furniture D) all the above.
ii) Family income means ( )
A) income of all related persons living in the household
B) commodities and services produced in the country
C) right to consume goods and services
D) all the above
7) Which of the following is not a charactoriestics of good budget. ( )
A) Flexible
B) Accurate estimates of expenditure
C) Reasonably accurate allocation of money
D) Lack of planning

UNIT
UNIT--VII
Chapter
26 Savings - Investment
Kiran is working in a company as a clerk. He is earning Rs.25,000/- per month. He is living
in a rented house with his wife, two children and his old parents. He saves Rs. 2,000/- per month
after, all their monthly expenses. Every month, by saving some amount from his salary he could
save a sum of one lakh rupees. Searching for additional income sources, he invests his savings in
real estate, with his friend's advice. He could gain double profit by investing in the same.
• How did Kiran save his savings?
• What did Kiran do to get additional income?
• If you were in place of Kiran, What would you do to get additional income? Why?
• What is meant by investment?
• Why do we need to save?
• What can we do with this savings?
Learning Outcomes
The learner...
♦ Identifies the importance of savings.

♦ Explains the benefits of savings.
♦ Explains the ways to increase the additional income sources.
♦ Explains the about Investment.
♦ States different types of investments and gives reasons for choosing that particular type
of investment for investing.
♦ Applies the knowledge of the importance of savings and investment in their daily life.
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In the previous lesson, you learned that money earned by a family is called income and the
money that a family spends to sustain life is called an expenditure (expense). This is an impossible
task to tell that all families should spend the same amount for their needs. Because no two families
can continue with the same needs and the same cost. Eg: Anita and Praneetha have the same
family income but Anita's family has a brother and a younger sister who goes to college. So their
family will have to spend more money for their children's education. Praneetha is the only child
who goes to school, so Praneetha's family does not have to spend much money on education. So
Praneetha's family is able to spend more on entertainment. It is also possible to save some money.
Most families spend money within their income limit. Some money is hidden for future needs.
This hidden money is called 'savings'.
26.1 Savings
In your home you will find people spending money on clothes, food, rent, school fees, college
fees, travel expenses, and many other things.
In addition to these expenses, you need to set aside some money for your future income. This
is called saving.
Darshan is a shopkeeper. His monthly income is Rs.10,000/-.He lives with his wife, two
children and an elderly mother. His wife spends money on family for necessities. But every month
she is able to set aside a small amount. This remaining money is called 'savings'.
26.2 Need for savings
It is necessary to save money for the following purposes.
i) Special needs for family,
ii) In emergencies,
iii) In old age after retirement,
iv) To make life comfortable.
i) For family special needs : Family needs vary over time. The family has many
responsibilities. For example, the family may spend a lot of money on cooking utensils,
appliances, cell phones, etc. Sometimes it will cost money for medicines. Children
spend more on their higher education as they grow older.
ii) Emergency situation : No one knows when any unfortunate event in our life will happen
by accident. Unexpected health issues, accidents, serious injuries can occur. In such
cases, money is required for hospital expenses, doctor's fees, and medication costs.
Present situations like COVID, unitimely rains, loss of properties, loss of crops need
money from our savings only. There is no alternative for it.
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iii) Retirement - Old Age : Although every person who retires gets a lot, that money is far
less than what they used to earn. In order to live a standard life, one has to take some of
the savings every month.
4) To make life more comfortable : You know that electrical appliances make life
comfortable. Eg: We need to save for things like washing machine, refrigerator, television
and mixer. Savings are necessary to make your dream of building a house come true.
1) Explain the benefits of saving money to you and to your family.
2) What problems one has to face when you compare people with who save money with
who do not?
25.3. Extra income generation

These days the price of every commodity is skyrocketing. It is becoming increasingly difficult
to buy what we need in a person's life. What should we do in such a situation?
We need to think of new ways in which we can add extra income to our income.
There are many ways to increase our income.
Sources of Extra income generation
Cooking - Poultry Tailoring Food Crafts Tuitions

Gardening work Preservation
i) Cooking and Gardening : Is there any small space in your house? So that you can grow
vegetables on there. If not you can grow on the roof. So you can buy less vegetables
from outside. Also, if you have a large plot of land in your house or garden, you can
grow many vegetables and crops. You can sell the rest in the market. On the other hand
you are making money by selling the vegetables that you harvested in the market. In this
way we can earn extra money and increase our income.
ii) Poultry : If there is some space in your backyard or some space on the roof, you can
raise some chickens. They lay eggs, you can use them at home or can be sold in the
market. This saves you the cost of buying eggs from outside. There is also some extra
income if it is sold in the market.
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iii) Tailoring work (sewing) : If you know to sew clothes. It is as if some money is coming
in addition to your income. You can sew your own clothes. This leaves the tailor with
lot of money. You can sew clothes for your neighbours. This way we can add extra
income to our earnings.
iv) Food Preservation : Do you have any experience in making pickles, fruit juices, drinks,
pastries, etc.? Yet, such foods can be prepared and saved in large quantities and earned
by selling in the market.
v) Crafts : Many of you can do many handicrafts such as stitching, knitting, toys, baskets,
candles, paintings, greeting cards, maggam work, etc. Selling these goods in the market
will bring in extra income.
vi) Tuitions at home can also provide additional income.
1) Write the ways and means to increase additional income by you and your family members.
2) How is it beneficial to earn additional income to your family?
25.4. Investment
In addition to spending on different items each month, you set aside some money as 'savings'.
What do you do with this money? Can you tell what would happen if you put money in a bag and
keep it? It will be used up or robbed.
Putting this money in a developing way would be a great approach. It is called investment.
Let us see an example. Suppose you have Rs.10,000/- left. If you keep that money at home it
will be Rs.10,000/ - after a year also. But if you keep this money in any bank, there will be some
interest amount paid for it. It will also prosper. This way your money will increase.
There are many more ways for you to invest your money. Let's look at them.
25.4.1 Ways to invest

i) Savings and fixed deposits : By keeping it in a savings account, either in a bank or post
office You make your money. They will give you some small amount in the form of
interest on your money if you keep it in the bank but not in the post office.
You can keep that money in the bank for a few years. In this case, the entire amount,
including interest, will be refunded to you at the specified time. This investment is
called a fixed deposit. This interest is higher than a regular savings account. You can
also borrow some amount if you need this deposit on your money.

ii) By purchasing National Savings Certificates : National Savings Certificates are sold
at the post office. These are Rs.100/-, also available in the form of denominations of
Rs.500/-, Rs.1000/-. You can buy these certificates based on how much money you
save. You need to save at least Rs.1000/-. These earn high interest. You also get the
benefit of income tax deduction on these certificates. You can buy as many certificates
as you want. There is no investment limit on these.
iii) By purchasing units : Units are also similar to mould National Savings Certificates.
The units can be purchased through Unit Trust of India. You get a premium on each unit.
You get more interest on it. It will be handed over to you by check made in advance for
you. These units can be resold to the unit trust when the money is needed.
iv) By investing in a Provident Fund : The Provident Fund Scheme is for government
employees, private sector employees and public offices. Each month a certain amount
is deducted from your salary. And the money will go to those who hire you. All of that
money will be refunded to you upon completion of your job. Another good benefit is that
you can also take out a loan (debt) on it for expenses such as your child's higher education,
house building, and child wedding.
v) By purchasing shares : Buying shares nowadays seems to be a well-known investment
route. Private companies and factories sell their shares in the market to get a large
amount of money back. The profits of the company are distributed to the shareholders.
You can sell these shares to others for more than the amount you paid.
The shareholder becomes a partner of the company so he can share the profits. But once
there is a loss in the company it has to be shared as well. So investing money in shares
is a risky thing.
vi) By taking an insurance policy : You will have to pay a small amount for the insurance
policy. The total amount of the policy is the amount you have to pay depending on how
much you take out the policy. Upon completion of that period your entire money will be
paid including interest. The benefits of an insurance policy are that it takes into account
the risks to your life, such as accidents, sudden deaths, etc.
vii) By investing in real estate : Real estate refers to fixed assets such as land, house, etc.
If you use some of your savings to buy a house, it becomes a lifetime investment. Whenever
you need a refund you can sell it for more than you paid for it. Because the value of real
estate is usually increasing. Now a days investing in precious metals like gold, silver,
platinum, diamonds is also profitable.
26.4.2 Criteria for investment
The following points should be considered before investing :
• Protection and Confidence: You need to carefully consider whether the payment to this
scheme is credible and whether the money will be returned properly. Most government
schemes are safe.
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• Easy Liquidity: You should be able to withdraw your money when you need it.
• Availability: Choose the one that gives you the most interest and protection.
• Higher interest rate: You should opt for safer, higher interest paying schemes.
• Tax Deduction: The schemes you choose should be income tax deductible.
1) Where should we invest in order to get additional income?
2) It is risky to buy shares sometimes. Why?
Key Points
• Setting aside some money from the income for future use is called saving.
• Putting the money in a developing way is called investment.
• It is necessary to save money for family\s special needs, in case of emergencies, after
retirement and to make life more comfortable.
• There are many ways to increase income.
• Banks, National saving certificates, units, provident fund insurence policies, buying shares,
investing in real estate are some of the ways to invest money.

1) What is savings? What are the benefits of savings?
2) Why is additional income required?
3) Explain the ways to make more money other than what is given in the lesson. Make a table.
4) Choose which of the ways you would like to invest your money. Give reasons.
5) Suggest some ways to generate additional income in rural areas. How would you say that it
is beneficial to the farmers?
6) One of the eminent economist in his speech stated that 'Every family needs to save money'.
Analyse and elaborate his statement.
7) What are the things do you keep in mind before investing?
8) Collect information and make a report on beneficial methods of investments.
9) National saving certificates are available in ________ ( )
A) Banks B) Share markets C) Post office D) Insurance office
10) National saving certificates are available in ________ ( )
A) Handicrafts B) Buying a vehicle C) Tailoring D) Poultry

UNIT
UNIT--VIII
Chapter
27 Being an
Aware Consumer
In ancient times. People depended on nature for food and other necessities. They gradually
began to prepare food and goods with the raw materials of nature. Human needs have increased
with the passage of time. This evolution led to a collective life, a system of exchange in which
goods were exchanged for necessity with the rapid development of science and technology and
the introduction of machines into production, the production of goods has been huge. The need
arose to sell the goods produced. This created a clear line between producer and consumer.
• Who is efficient consumer?
• What are rights and responsibilities of consumers?
Learning Outcomes
The learner…
♦ Adopt responsible consumer attributes in daily lives.

♦ Indentifies the consumer protection law and right and responsibilites of consumer.
♦ Explains standard marks of the goods. Purchase items with standard marks.
♦ Questions the traders in the event that an unsafe product is found.
♦ To detect adulteration in food, small experiments are done.
♦ Customer aids are utilized on a case-by-case basis.
27.1 Consumer
"Consumer" can be defined as a person who buys any product from the market for his own
use are consumption or consumes the services.
Consumer get their favorite items from market. At the same time competing manufactures
have had to deal with sales pressures from sellers to consumers. This is how the consumer came
into use. Consumers are the once who buy goods and services to meet personal needs.
Consumers in our country are diverse.
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27.1.1 Indian Consumers - Classification
Our consumers can be categorized on the basis of the following factors.
i) Age : Children, Adolescents, Adults, Elderly.
ii) Gender : Men, Women
iii) Social and cultureal status : literates, illiterates, employees, unemployeed, skilled
persons, unskilled persons, villagers, town people.
iv) Economic Status : rich, poor, middle class
♦ In our country incomes, poverty, illiteracy in population explosion are found to be

drastically different.
♦ Most of the Indian consumers are poor, illiterate, innocent and always in a vulnerable
position. Only about ten percent are moderate without meeting the moderns and the
conservatives. These are middle class, upper middle class people living in urban
areas.
27.1.2 Consumers buying nature

His behavior in the context of a consumer purchase is subject to a number of factors. Factors
that have an impact internally and externally. Such as price, availability, season, demand, habits,
hobbies, environmental impacts etc. Merchants spend huge sums on advertising to promote their
products and service. They propagate that they are a must to achieve a better life. Consumer's
desires have the necessities of life, luxuries, comforts. They have no end. There is always a
shortage of resources and funds to meet the demands so financial rigidity requires discipline.
Consumers often come to the market without clarity about their needs. So the wasteful cost is
substantial. Mistakes in decision making due to lack of study on needs. One should strive for the
best utilization of resources through measures such as separating needs and desires and maintaining
a balance in costs.
27.1.3 Steps in the buying process

The modern approach to purchasing involves the following three distinct steps. These three
phases are interrelated.
Do you know?
An individual is a competent consumer. Who supplies the goods he wants at the lowest
price and does not increase the price unnecessarily to make them available to others.
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• Prior to purchase : data collection.
• Market choice : Products should be selected by looking at the post.
• Post - purchase action : The benefit should be maximized using the purchased items.
1) Who is consumer?
2) What are the factors that influence consumer purchasing behaviour?
27.2 Problems faced by consumer

You will be considered as active consumer when over coming the issues mentioned below:
i) Price variation : You should check the price above the label (MRP) of items before you
buy. Don't pay more than the MRP retail price. MRP means printed along with all taxes.
Take the receipt if you are changing more than MRP. Because it help you to complain.
ii) Lack of standardized products : The market is full of poor quality products shoppers
believe that low quality products are good. This is because they get more commission
from the manufacturers on substandard products as compared to the standard ones. So
buy brands that offer maximum benefits.
iii) Imitation products : Products that mimic the packages of popular brands are what we
see most in the market. For example the famous brand of colgate toothpaste is imitated
as colleged toothpaste. However the color combination and design are exactly the same
as original design. Consumers who buy recklessly are deceived.
iv) Adulteration : As greed in the business community grows, so does food adulteration.
Consumers are being exploited healthily and economically due to adulteration. We
learned about food adulteration in the third chapter.
♦ These simple tests can be performed at home to detect adulteration.
♦ visit this website for more tests. http://pfa.delhigovt.nic.in
v) Non-availability, black marketing and hording :
Every year before the annual budget shoppers move to the black market to make the
goods in demand unavailable to consumers to calculate high profits. This causes
commodity prices to skyrocket and consumersto loseout. Black marketing cause a lot of
inconvenience to the consumer. In such cases the consumer has to switch to another
brand of same procut should inform about black marketing to concerned authorities.
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vi) Detective weights and measures :
Merchants use detective weights, measuring jars to deceive consumers on weight.

Consumers are vigilant to avoid fraud. Very often the weights have a hollow bottom so
that they weigh lighter than they are meant to be. Some measures have a false bottom or
a hole. They measure lessthan what you have paid for. Many times stones are used
instead of proper weights or magnets are kept under the balance pans to cheat the
consumer.
vii) Misleading advertisements and information by the manufacturers and sales men :
Shoppers often refuse to hand out product brochures. Often the print on the label is too
small or foreign languages and most people donot understand. In most cases a discounted
price is written after placing a higher price on the label. This problem must be overcome
with vigilance.
viii) Problems related to services :
The problems related to services are not given much importance by the consumers. The
example of faulty and incompetant services are those of builders, school authorities,
cooking gas agents, telephones, sanitary and water electricity supply authorities. They
make exhorbitant charges. They also take large sum security, no interest is paid for this.
Even though electricity, telephone and water supply are government services, these are
not provided on time. The charges for these services keep steadily increasing. But there
is no relationshiop to the increase in their quality.
1) Which problems faced as a customer?
2) Write about imitation products you have observed.
27.3 Role of consumer education

Consumer awareness can be bought about by proper education. Consumer education involves
educating the consumer as to what, when, how, from where to buy and how to pay? These have
been discussed in table.
Wise Buying Tips
Questions Ask your self? Suggestions
What to buy? Do I need it?
Don't buy it.
If your answer no-

Questions Ask your self? Suggestions
Am I buying it because my friend has Don't buy
it? or
Am I buying it because they showed
it on television?
If your answer is yes.
How much to buy? How much do I buy? Buy -
Do I need to purchase in bulk? • according to your needs.
• non-perishables (in bulk)
• semi-perishables (quantity -
enough for a week)
• perishables (in small quantity)
• from wholesale market
How to buy? What should I check? • Survey the market while buying.
• Read the lables of material
Where to buy? Which shop to buy from? Buy from a licensed or co-
operative shop only.
When to buy? Is this the right time to buy? Buy when shops are less crowded
and during off season.
How to buy? Cash or credit? Can pay by cash, cheques or credit
cards.

1) What to check when buying goods?
2) How to make payments after purchasing goods?
27.4 Consumer aids to help you

From where can you get the information about the products?
Many of you may seek help from your friends. Family or shop keepers. To know more about
a product before purchasing it. Advertisement in magazines or on the television, leaf lets, labels
of products, packages also provide you with necessary information. All such items that provide
you with information on product are called consumer aids.
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27.4.1 Consumer aids
Common aids available to a consumer are labels, leaflets, packages, advertisements,
standardisation marks, legislation and consumer association and co-operatives.
i) Labels : They are printed on or attached to the product. Labels are required to give the
following information.
• Name of the product, Trade and brand name

• Use fo the product • Ingredients • Direction to used the product
• Warning and precautions to be kept in mind while using the product
• Date of manufacture and date of expiry in the case of medicines
• Standardisation mark • Product price • Net weight
ii) Leaflets : Leaflets information about the existence of a product. They also provide
details of cost of equipment, instructions for installation and maintenance.
iii) Packages : Most of the products you buy are packed in an attractive package. It protects
the product from damage, breakage, adulteration, pilferage and easy transportation.
iv) Advertisements : These are used by manufacturers to promote their products. You
should not blindly believe in these advertisements.
v) Standardized marks : These marks ensure the quality of product.
CERTIFICATION MARKS
Certification mark Qualify assurance products
ISI Electrical goods, chemicals, toys, pressure

cookers, biscuits, coffee etc.
FPO Preserved foods such as Tinned fruits and

vegetables, juices, jams, sauces, pickles etc.
Agmark Agricultural and live stock products like spices

cereals, flour, pulses, eggs, oil, butter etc.

Certification mark Qualify assurance products
ECO mark Recyclable, biodegradable and environment

friendly products like preservatives,
detergents, plastics, paints etc.
MPO mark Meat, goat meat etc
Wool mark Wool and woolen garments
Hall mark Gold ornaments
Analysis, critical Processed food

control point
ISO mark On the quality management. ISO 9000 stries.

International On the environmental management ISO 14000
organization for series.
standardization
vi) Legislation : Certain laws have been passed by the government to protect your interests.
For example : Consumer Protection Act, 1986 (CPA) now called Consumer Protection
Amendment Act, 2002.
The Consumer Protection Act covers all goods and services consumer courts are set up
at district, state and national levels. You can make your complaints in these courts,
according to the price of the product, at a nominal fee.
Our parliament passed the Consumer Protection Act in 1986 in recognition of the United
Nations Resolution. The seal of approval from the president was received on December
24, 1986. For this reason, we celebrate National Consumer's Day on December 24th
every year. As well as every year March 15th is observed as world consumers rights
day.
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vii) Consumer organisations : The consumer organizations work for the welfare of the
consumer. Accept complaints from consumers to represent them in consumer court:
International Consumer Right Protection Council (ICRPC) is registered NGO that helps
and guides aggrieved consumers to file their consumer complaints with the consumer
court in India.
1) How do labels on goods help the consumer?
2) What is the difference between packaged products and non-packaged products?
3) Why not blindly believe commercials? Write with examples.
27.5 Your Rights as a Consumer

Knowledge of consumer rights will help you to fight against the various malpractices adopted
by sales men and manufacturers.
i) Right to safety : A consumer has the right to demand safe goods.
ii) Right to choose : A consumer has the right to choose a product from a variety of good
quality products.
iii) Right to be informed : A consumer has right to demand information regarding a product
such as its quality, purity, potency, ingridient, price etc. through the booklet.
iv) Right to represent : The right to be heard and to be assured that consumers interests
will receive due consideration at appropriate forums.
v) Right to be heard : A consumer has the right to express himself in the court if he has
been cheated.
vi) Right to seek redressal : The right so seek redressal against unfair trade practices, or
restractive trade practices or unscrupulous exploitation of consumers.
vii) Right to consumer education : A consumer has right to make himself aware of consumer
"evil" in the society.
viii) Right to basic needs : Right to basic goods and services guarantees dignified living. It
includes adequate food, clothing, healthcare, drinking water and sanitation, shelter,
education, energy and transportation.
ix) Right to health environment : Each one of us has a responsibility towards maintaining
a healthy environment without our active cooperating, government cannot ensure a healthy
environment either.

27.6 Responsibilities of consumers
• Do I survey the market before buying anything?
• Do I insist on taking the bill even if it means paying a bit extra?
• Do I maintain the bills?
• Am I ready to buy the groceries at any cost or do I find substitutes?
• At the time of shortage of any products, do I buy less and share the amount available
equally with others and thus do not encourage black marketing?
• Do I avoid wastage of anything and discourage excess consumption of those goods
which are in short supply?
• At the time of registering a complaint, do I join hands with fellow consumers against the
sellers and not act in an indifferent manner? Do I realize that it could be my turn next?
• If I find that I am being cheated, do I file a complaint in the appropriate 'consumer
forum'?
• Do I observe any change in colour, texture, taste label of a product and immediately
bring it to the notice of the shopkeeper?
• Do I buy sealed food products?
27.6.1 Procedure for filling a complaint

You purchased a product or service that you were not happy with? You - must remember, no
one will help you if you do not want to help yourself! Rather than accepting the situation, take
action and file a complaint by following instructions.
Procedure for filling a complaint

Who can file a complaint? Anyone (you) can file the complaint
When to file? All complaints to be made within 2 years from date of purchase.
Where to file a complaint? At District level complaints can be made for products. Which
cost upto 20 lakh.
At State level complaints can be made for products which cost
morethan 20 lakhs but lessthan one crore.
At National level complaints can be made for products which
cost more than one crore.
What is the fees? Nominal fees (Rs.100-500 at District) (Rs.200-4000 at State)
(Rs.5000 at national)
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Who can file a complaint? Anyone (you) can file the complaint
How to start? Contact the seller. Keep a record of your conversation if that
does not help, file a complaint in the appropriate forum.
How to file a complaint? Send notice to opposite party by registered post giving him 15
days to settle your grievance.
Fill in prescribed form-stating name, address and description of
complaint and or opposite party.
State the facts relating to the complaints - where and when it
arose? attach bills along with court fee. Specify compensation
desired, submit a notorised compliant form stating that the facts
are true.
Where to submit the Submit the complaint and court fee to the receiving clerk in the
complaint? consumer court who will give you the date for admission hearing
and complaint reference number.
What next? The court will send a notice to the opposite party seeking reply
with in 30 days, asking him to attend the hearing.
The court's final order will be sent to the all parties by registered
post.
Note : It is important for both the paties to attend / send
representives for all hearings.
When will the case be A case should be settled with in 70 days from date of receipt of
settled? complaint (5 months in case the matter is to be tested) For example
: in case of seeds, they need to germinate quickly and grow faster.
What is the relief Removal of defects from goods, replacement of goods, refund of
available? price paid, compensation for injury / loss suffered, award costs
incurred etc.
You can send a short summary of your complaint to : consermhelp@mtnl.net.in without any
attachments.

1) How does the right to information help consumers?
2) Explain the rights of consumers.
3) Where should the customers complain for resolving their issues?

Key Points
• The persons who buy any product from the market for consumption should be considered as
consumers.
• Consumers need to balance costs by separating needs and cravings.
• Consumer aids assits in buying quality products.
• Standard markings ensure the quality of products.
• Consumer protection laws help protect, achieve and protect consumber.
• Consumers rights and responsibilities shape the consumers into active consumers.

1) Why should we purchase products with standard markings?
2) Why are the shoppers so eager to sell low quality products?
3) What are characteristics of responsible consumers?
4) What can you do as a consumer to protect yourself from adulteration?
5) State the rights which the consumer protection Act protects.
6) Identify the incorrect sentence. ( )
A) Survey the market before buying
B) Receipts of the purchased item should be taken
C) Products with low supply in the market, buy in large quantities and be careful
D) Packed food products should be purchased
7) Mathch the following :
i) Hall mark ( ) a) oil, ghee, butter, jaggery
ii) ECO mark ( ) b) Gold ornaments, silver arnaments
iii) EPO mark ( ) c) Electrical, electonics, pesticides
iv) ISI mark ( ) d) Soups, jams, pickles, fruit juices
v) Ag Mark ( ) e) soaps, detergents
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UNIT
UNIT-- VIII
Chapter
28 Purchase of
Household Items
Food, Shelter and clothing are basic human needs. We have to buy these. We need money to
buy anything. The money earned will be used for future needs if left over after the purchase of
household items. Materialism is rampant in today's world. Advertising is also having and impact
on the people. The middle class, in particular is in debt in the name of modernity. So, this approach
of praising sophistication as a nostalgic value must change. Household items should be purchased
with discretion.
• What items should be spent to buy a home?
• What are the things to keep in mind while buying clothes and medicines?
• What factors should be considered before buying a home appliances?
Learning Outcomes
The learner…
♦ Identifies the items which needed for home.

♦ Explains precautions to be taken while buying medicines.
♦ Classifies items needed for the home.
♦ In daily life proper precautions should be taken when purchasing food items, clothing,
medicines and home appliances.
28.1 Purchasing plan for household items planning should take into account
the cost, savings and income in purchasing house hold items. Things to consider
before buying home appliances
• Remember family needs.
• The number of family members should also be taken into consideration when buying
goods.
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• Food items should be purchased during its seasons.
• In package items should be purchased.
• Make sure the prices of the goods.
• Only buy items with standard markings.
• Items must be purchased from a wholosale market.
• Buy food in bulk.
• Buy from a supermarket or a co-operative store.
• Make sure the storage space is available.
• Do not be fooled by the statement.
• The goods should be purchased taking their advice from the consumer.
• People have been buying through online shopping since the internet facility became
available in most parts of the country. This makes shopping convinient. A variety of
items can be purchased from house can save time. The price of goods is also low. Can
shop 24/7 days. No need to stand in line and buy. You can buy any item without hesitation.
Online shopping is very useful.
• The price of the item to be bought from the market should be available to you.
• The item must be safe and have a service guarantee or replaceable.
• The purchased item must work efficiently.
• The appliance should save your time, money and energy.
28.2 Factors which help you in selecting textiles
• Market Survey : It is always good to do a market survey before making a final purchase.
The market survey will help us to find and about the differences in various shops with
regard to : Price, Variety, Quality, Reliability.
• Select the "Right" shop : Always buy fabrics from an authorised showroom. They
will provide genuine fabrics and will not charge you more than the cost of the fabrics.
• Look for the mark "blended fabric" : Followed by fibre percentage.
Example : Cotton 60% - Polyester - 40% (Polycot)
Cotton 62% - Viscose - 38% (Cotswold)
• Measurement of fabrics : Some sellers measure clothes less by various means. We
need to check this.
• Colour fastness : To check fastness, the coloured fabric or the prints can be rubbed on
a while wet cloth. Even it there is a slight colour mark on the white cloth, it indicates
that the colour is not fast.
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• Imitation markings : Manufacturers give finishes to fabrics for improving their
performance and indicate them on the fabrics. But some do not follow this, give a
similar sounding marking to cheat the consumers.
• Other cloth defects : Check for misprints, patchy colour, hole, cuts or tear uneven
weaving.
• Receipts : Always demand a cash receipt and keep till the time you are satisfied with
the purchases.
• Check for markings : The manufacturer makes some markings on the fabrics as
information for the buyers. These markings inform mills name / price / finishes given /
blend percentage / fastness of washing / weave type / yarn type / date of manufacture.
28.3 The points to be observed and followed while purchasing medicines
• Avoid self medication : Buying medicines without the doctors advice, may lead to
more complications.
• Avoid tonics or growth stimulants : Only persons recovering from an illness may
require tonics, which should be taken only after consulting a doctor. Good eating habits
are sufficient for normal persons.
• Avoid medicines for pregnant and nursing mother : These women should be very
careful and not take any medicine without consulting their doctors. Any medicines taken
carelessly will affect the health of the child also.
• Use simple home remedies : As far as possible, simple home remedies should be used
for common ailments.
• Take the correct dose of antibiotics : Take antibiotics in the correct dosages as
prescribed by the doctor and for the full recommended period.
• Do not use medicine prescribed for someone else : When a doctor prescribed medicine
for a person, he does so after examining thoroughly. If we take medicines prescribed for
someone else, the dosage or the type of medicine may not be the same as required by
another person.
• Be careful about allergies : If you are sensitive or allergic to certain medicines like
penicillin, sulpha drugs etc. You must remember and inform the doctor about it.
• Check for dosage : Find out when the medicine is to be taken the dosage and use
accordingly.
• Consult a qualified medical practitioner : It you get examined by a non-qualified
person it may be harmful to your health.
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• Buy only from medical shop : Buy medicines from shops which sell medicines only.
The medicines at provision or general store may be old. They lack knowledge and may
sell the medicine even after the expiry date. So check dates of manufacture and expiry.
28.4 Things to consider when buying groceries for the home
There are three types of foods according to their nature
• Perishable i.e. spoil verysoon.
Eg : milk, vegetables, fish and meat.
• Semi-perishable i.e. keep for some time.
Eg : eggs, potato, onion, garlic.
• Non perishable i.e. keep for long period.
Eg : rice, wheat, dal, spices, sugar.
1) Why should we buy goods in the super markets?
2) Who should use tonics and stimulants? Why?
3) What are the benefits of online shopping for consumers?
Key Points
• Items must be purchased in a package.
• Only buy items with standard markings.
• Garments supplied by authorized textile mills should be purchased from the showroom.
• It is very dangerous to use drugs without a factor's advice.

1) What items do family members usually need?
2) What are the things to consider before buying home appliances?
3) What are the things to look for before buying drugs?
4) What are the benefits of online shopping?
5) Identify the incorrect sentence ( )
A) The items in the package are avilable at lowprice
B) The ingredients in the package have the right weight
C) Packed food items are clean
D) Contaminating packaged material is a difficult task
6) Temporarily stored food item ( )
A) Fruits B) Onions
C) Pulses D) Dry fruits
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UNIT
UNIT--VIII
Chapter
29 Safe Home and

Safety at Home
Sunday is a holiday for our school. I wanted to help my mother in kitchen. Because if the
cooking is done quickly we can go to see the Konda Pochamma Project as per our plan. I got up
early in the morning and slipped in the bathroom when I want to do chores. But did not suffer a
major below. When I went into the kitchen. I noticed boiling milk boiling on top of the stove. In
order to unload the bowl of milk with my hands. I removed my hands as soon as I could. But most
of the milk fell on the stove. The finger was slightly cut off while chopping vegetables. I put on a
band to stop the blood. The injury was not deep so the accident was avoided.
When cooking was ready we prepared the tiffin box and all our family members took a taxi.
I sat in the taxi and thought. Can accidents at be prevented? Do similar accidents happen in every
one's homes? Can we turn our homes into safe homes? In this unit we will learn about safe house
and how to prevent accidents at home and what to do in case of accidents.
Learning Outcomes
The learner…
♦ Explains common accidents that occur at home.

♦ Identifies the causes of accidents at home.
♦ First aid kits are properly maintained.
29.1 SAFE HOME

• How to build a safe house?
Giri the middle class pretty employee does not own house, Knowing that the desired location
to build the house can be found in instalments, chose a beautiful ventures plot and paid the
instalments for four years and owned the plot. He has built a house with all the emenities with
Rs.12 lakhs under a bank home loan. Lives in new house with family. His happiness did not last
long up to half of the houses in the venture were submerged due to heavy monsoon rains. Giri
became homeless. Do you feel you have to take a lot of precautions before buying a house?
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Just as it is important to be safe at home, it is just as important to build a house that is safe in
all respects. Therefore, it is important to think scientifically and take appropriate precautions in
the case of creating fixed assets such as buying a house, buying flats or buying a built house.
Precautions to follow:
• Need to know if soil is suitable for building a house.
• Investigate any previous lameness, pond, dumping yard or other negative aspects of the
house site.
• Need to know if all the amenities are close to the place of residence.
• Legal advice should be sought with a lawyer to determine if the seller of the residence
has ownership rights.
• Find out what the venture site is like under the town/city masterplan (Residential/
Commercial/ Industrial).
• Find out if the venture owners have 'NALA' certificate. (We must verify a NALA
certificate from the concerned authorities, with venture owners when we are buying a
plot which is an agricultural land to converted residential plots)
• Check the road connectivity of venture site.
• The venture site should be proper with boundary fencing.
• Need to know if the accommodation has all the amenities.
• Proper care should be taken to prevent damage caused by natural disasters such as earth
quakes and land slides.
• It is best to build a house under self-supervision with good quality material.
1) Why do some people are fail to construct a new safe house?
2) What precautions do you suggest to your friends, when they are purchasing a new
house or a flat in an appartment?
Just as it is important to have a good house in a good place, it is just as important to live in it
safely. Now let we know how to stay safe at home.
29.2 NEED FOR SAFETY AT HOME

• What is the need for making our home safe?
Accidents are major cause of death especially among the elderly and the children. 80% of
the accidents occur at home. Many a times we slip or trip but some how get saved. These are
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warning signs of potential accident sites which need attention to prevent accidents. For example,
there may be a loose wire on which you trip so what do you do? Yes pickup the loose wire an tape
it against the wall so that nobody falls over it.
Are there chances of this boy Raju falling off the roof? Can this accident be fatal? Can this
accident be avoided? Yes, by putting a high boundary around the roof and by adult supervision.
So we need to make our home accident proof in order to prevent accidents which can either be
fatal or leave a person temporarily or permanently disabled. Accidents can also affect a person's
psychological, social and cognitive development. We can prevent most of the injuries by creating
a safe environment at home.
29.3 Common Accidents At Home

Accidents are usually unpredictable and unintended. Carelessness about basic safety norms
in the house can take a second to cause an accident. Even one unsafe area is enough to cause an
accident at our home. Good news is that most accidents can be avoided. It is important to know
what kind of accidents can occur at our homes.
29.3.1 Falls
Nearly half of the accidents at home are caused due to falls. What can we do to avoid these
accidents? Yes, by keenly observe our homes and identifying potential danger zones as well as
behaviour that can lead to accidents.
Activity-1
The evaluate your home, do you think is it safe, if not, give recommendations for improvement.
S.No. Incidence Option-1 Option-2 Your home status
1 The floor is clear / dry cluttered with things

/ soapy / wet
2 Window has a grill doesn't have a grill
3 Ladder used for Steady wobbl
climbing is
4 Roof has Boundary wall no boundary wall
5 Stairs are well lit dimly lit
Recomendation for improvements : --------------------------------------------------------------

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29.3.2 Careless vehicle parking's at home
Now a day's most of families have their own four wheeler like cars and jeeps. Generally
parking accidents occur due to carelessness and impatiency of a person to prevent such accidents,
let us follow the following precautions.
• Parking place must be spacious
• While parking the vehicle do not allow children or elders to come near the vehicle
• Speed should be at low pace while parking vehicle.
• Don't push closed main gate with vehicle.
• Vehicle ramp must be of adequate slope.

If we follow these type of measure we should avoid parking accidents.
29.3.3 Cuts
Three years old Ravi was playing with a ball in hall, suddenly he stucked his head with
sharp edge of a cardboard. He got injured and his head was bleeding. In this way, we can be
injured in many incidents at home.
How can we avoid this accident?
Avoid leaving children unsupervised to prevent such accidents, let us examine your home for
items which can lead to cuts.
• Sharp corner of any furniture
• Cracked or chipped glasses are cups
• Knives stored facing upwards
• Care should be taken when buying childrens toys.
• Blades, scissors and broken glasses lying within the reach of children
• Cutting tin without a tin cutter.

1) When do we fall in our home?
2) What precautions should be taken while parking?
3) How to save us from the cuts and wounds?
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29.3.4 Burns and wounds / scars
Laxmi was lighting crackers on Diwali. She did not observe fire on her dupatta until her
brother brought it to her notice. Lakshmi was saved from fire accident removing her chunni early.
Some examples of common burn accidents that can occur at home are given below.
1) Hot tea gets split on someone.
2) Hot oil splashes while frying.
3) Cloth used to remove dishes from stove, caches fire.
4) Child plays with a matchbox.
5) Cooking oil placed near the gas stove.
6) Cooking gas cylinder leaks.
Do following things in case of cooking gas cylinder leaks.
• Switch-off the lights.
• Open the windows.
• Never ignite any match stick or light any type of fire.
• Take out the leaking cylinder and place it in the open air
• Call fire brigade or the emergency helpline phone number of the gas supplier.
Precautions in case of fire accidents
• Never run if your clothes are on fire. It will only fan the fire
• Put out the flame with sand or water. Do not use water to put off an electrical fire.
• To douse your clothes on fire, roll on the floor. Better still, warp yourself with a woollen
blanket and roll on the floor.
• Tie a wet cloth around your face
• Crawl along the floor to escape. Remember the air at ground level is cleaner as hot air
and smoke rise upwards.
29.3.5 Poisoning
Charitha was a four years old. She saw a small packet in a kitchen shelf which appeared like
candy wrapper. She opened the wraper, she was about to put it in her mouth when her mother
snatched it awary from her hand.

Poisons when injected are dangerous and even cause death. All chemicals like household
cleaners, detergents, insecticides, pesticides fuels like kerosene, expired medicine can cause
poisoning.
How to prevent poisoning at home?
1) Keep chemicals locked, away from kitchen and out of children's reach.
2) Do not store them with food items or in food containers.
3) Before consuming, wash all the fruits and vegetables thoroughly.
4) Label all the medicines of bottles.
5) Check expiry date and discard all the expiry medicine.
29.3.6 Bites and stings

It was a very pleasant day and a family decided to go on a picnic. Sheela and Geetha were
happy to see a big mango tree and started throwing stones at the mangoes. One stone accidentally
hit a bee hive and a swarm of bees stung them. Both were hospitalised. The strings of bees and
wasps can cause a lot of pain and swelling. In extreme cases, the victim may even suffer from
shock. You must be aware that dog and monkey bites can cause rabies and should not be ignored
similarly, snakebite can be fatal, if not treated immediately. Therefore, it is advised to consult a
doctor as soon as possible.
Let us know how to prevent bites and stings at home.
• Pets should be vaccinated regularly
• The house surrounding should be cleaned.
• If there are any burrows in the house they should be closed.
• Goods or any, other material should not be placed randomly in the store room or in the
other rooms.
• Consult a Doctor without neglecting any insect bites.
29.3.7 Electrocution and shocks

Rajendra dancing to the music and was enjoying. Accidently, his foot touched a wire and the
naked wire came off the socket. Remembering how his father fixed is he tried to insert the naked
wire into the socket only to get an electric shock. Luckily, he could be saved due to timely help.
Electricity if used improperly can be very dangerous for both life and property. How can we
prevent an electric shock at home?
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Safe use of electricity at home.
• Wear rubber slippers while handling electrical appliances.
• Do not attempt repair on your own.
• Buy ISI marked electrical appliances only.
• Get electrical repairs done from a qualified electrician.
• Cover all un used sockets with safety plugs are sticking tapes old and worn out wiring
should be changed promptly.
• Never remove plug from the sockets by pulling the wire pull out the plug itself.
• All the electrical appliances should have earthing. Earthing makes appliances relatively
safer to use.
• Do not touch any electric switch or appliances with wet hands.
• Do not attach many appliances to a single socket. It will overheat the wires and cause
short circuit.
• Each electrical device must be connected to the fuse.
29.3.8 Suffocation and choking

Little John was playing near water sump, unfortunately sump was not closed with lid, John
was fell down in the water sump and choked. His mother immediately get up him from sump and
saved. Then one day he tried to wear the colourful polythene bag as a cap and almost suffocated.
These are everyday happening. To prevent accidents related to chocking and suffocation among
children following points must be kept in mind. Another reasons for suffocation and choking
amongst children and adults could be fumes from LPG cylinder, motor exhausts, generators, char
coal stove, soft coal and wood produced carbon monoxide which can cause death due to
suffocation.
• Adult supervision is a must.
• Use proper lids to water sumps and lock it.
• Buy toys which do not have very small detachable parts.
• Do not allow the children or anyone to eat or drink while being in sleeping position.
• Keep Polythene bags, ropes, dupattas etc., out of the reach of children.

1) What do you do in the case of fire accidents?
2) How can we prevent an electric shock at home?
3) How do you save the children from suffocation?
Key Points
• Just as it is important to be safe at home, it is just as important to build a house that is safe in
all respects
• It is important to think scientifically and take appropriate precautions in the case of creating
fixed assets such as building a house, flat or built house.
• Accidents are major cause of death especially among elderly and children. 80% of the
accidents are cured at home.
• Falls, wrong parkings, cuts, burns, accidental drinkings of toxins, electric shocks etc., are
source accidents at home so safety at home is most important.

1) What are the precautions to be taken while buying a house or plot or flat?
2) How can you say careless parking leads to accidents?
3) Suggest two safe methods of picking of broken pieces of glass on the kitchen floor.
4) Which precautions are you suggest to save from fallings in house?
5) What do you do in case of leakage of a cooking gas cylinder?
6) What do you do in the case of fire accidents?
7) How to prevent poisoning at home?
8) To disconnect a victim from electric shock, it is advisable to use ( )
A) your hands B) any object near by
C) dry stick D) a metal rod
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UNIT
UNIT-- VIII
Chapter
30 Values of family life

Most people have a habit of reading the news paper early in the morning. Does the news in
the newspaper making us happy? Murder, robbery corruption, discrimination and rape are all bad
news when you look at the paper. Everyone is worried about this. Have you ever thought about
the negative changes in our society? A family plays an important role in shaping each person
based on values. Adapt the behaviour of individuals based on family values. A school then assumes
this responsibility after the family.
Although everone is aware of the values, choosing bad ways to achieve success quickly. Is it
right to choose such immoral ways? Does everyone need to have values? Where should values be
learned from? What is the role of family in this? What values should be followed in life? What is
the significance of values? Let us know the answer to many such questions through this lesson.
Learning Outcomes
The learner…
♦ Explains the values of family life.
♦ Identifies the need to have values and the need to live with dignity in society.
♦ The life values of families are practiced in every day life.

♦ Distinguish between sympathy and empathy.
♦ Describes rights, responsibilities, behavioural characteristied values that should be
present in the work place.
♦ Identifies the approach to be taken towards family members.

♦ Appreciates the uniqueness of dignity of labour.
♦ Tolerance, positive attitude, empathy and dignity of labour are implemented in everyday
life.
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30.1 Values
Man is a social being. When it is stated that man should be ideal, society needs to be ideally
constructed. Only in an ideal society can a person attain the highest values. Many Greeks believed
that the kingdom would emerge as the pillars of the four great values. They being of intellect,
courage, integrity and justice and with the same ideals, the kingdom would emerge ideally plato
believed that these values were the fruits of every human life.
The life lead with the moral values is the highest life. "A man who lives by civilized values
is a good man" said Aristotle.
The purpose of human life is not just to enjoy but to live contentedly. A good life to fully
develop our physical needs, humanity and energy. Some habits make us perfect, physically, mentally
and socially. Virtues are the good habits that shape a person's life and behaviour. Man's innate
initiative skills, agility, skill and efficiency in performing tasks are considered and virtues.
• She is very good.
• It would be nice if he didn't do that.
• They have no ethics. Similarly some coments are with universal truths.
• It is our duty to respect teachers.
• Family members should cooperate with each other.
• It is better to help the neighbours.
• Hitting children is wrong.
• It is our duty to respect our parents and look after them.
There is no values to human behavior if it is not good. Individuals with values increase in
level, finds prestige in every day affairs in the community. Morality is not sophistication. But you
can get it by practice.
30.2 Honesty
Rafi was a taxi driver. One day a passenger left his briefcase in the car. Rafi noticed it only
when he was going home for lunch. He thought of opening it to see the name and address of the
owner. So he opened the briefcase. He was surprised to find many valuable documents and cash
in it. He drove straight to the police station and surrendered the briefcase to the police officer in
the presence of the briefcase owner. The owner was grateful and rewarded Rafi for his honesty.
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This is a very rare quality. Now you know that Rafi is an honest taxi driver. Apart from being
honest, he was also truthful and responsible. He was known not to have cheated his passengers.
So we can say that value is something which an individual holds to be an important one and its
helps in the development of his conscience. Your conscience is your internal policeman. This
policeman helps you to choose the action that are guided by your value system.
values are ideas and beliefs we hold and are learnt since childhood. They are imbibed from
our parents schools, society, media and immediate surroundings. Ethics fests our values. This is
the way we behave in difficult situations.
30.3 Values of life

It is important for each one of us to possess a set of values in order to maintain conducive
atmosphere. A few of them are :
• Honesty and loyalty
• Respect for work
• Punctuality, regularity and discipline
• Courtesy and politeness with others
• Judicious use of resources
• Taking initiatives
• Efficiency in completing tasks
30.3.1 Values at workplace

It is very important for an employee to possess a set of values in order to maintain in conductive
atmosphere at the work place. A few of them are mentioned below :
• Honesty and loyalty for the organization.
• Respect for the work assigned.
• Punctuality, regularity and discipline.

• Judicious use of resource.
• Courtesy and politeness with co-workers.
• Efficiency in completing tasks.
• Willingness to take up new tasks.
The works we do in daily life depend on our values. Values guide every decision we make.
Let us understand how important morality is for a peaceful and just society!
30.3.2 Values of family life

Family members should cooperate with each other and live with values. Children learn by
watching their behaviour as adults do. Values that are practiced by adults in particular can guide
children. The conduct rather than the words of the eldest of the house, becomes a guide for the
rest. All family members should behave with values towards every one associated with the family.
• When you visit a friend's home, you remember to take leave from the elders of that
house.
• When your friends visit you, you introduce them to your other family members.
• You, never raise your voice, when you speak with elders.
• You make a plan to go out, inform your mother or other family member.
• Watch TV shows as much as family members are interested. But TV channels should not
be changed at your discretion.
• You always stay on important days in the family.

• Respect for adults should be the same as for children. That means others respect us and
it is important that we respect them too.
• Talk happily eagerly and think and speak with others.
• When two people are talking, do not interupt them.
• Don't talk about hurting others.
• Be very respectful when talking to parents.
• When speaking in a group, speak in a language that they can understant.
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• Be humble, when talking about yourself.
• Do not whisper to others while in the group.
1) What are the values of life?
2) What are the consequences of not following the values?
3) How do you behave in a family?
30.4 The uniqueness of dignity of life

We must have respect for hardwork. The work we do must be done boldly, happily and
wholeheartedly. Those who do not have such an opinions cannot do any work properly. For
example, in a school, there are teachers, clerk, watchmen, attendants, etc. Every one to be employed
to run the school properly. while one work is dignified it cannot be said that the other is not
dignified. So all professions in a society are respectable. We should never be ashamed to do our
deeds. Similarly in a family children and adults should all stay together and carryout family life
activities. Everyone in the family from children to adults has certain responsibilities. These have
to be fully maintained by everyone. Recognize that every task is great and necessary. We should
have the same attitude towards family members as well as house keepers.
Tolerance :
Tolerance is a state of mind in which a person does not accept diversity but is indifferent to
diversity or an indifferent attitude that is expressive despite of diversity. In simplest sense, tolerance
is a person's desire to be patience.
Some people have great skills. But they are always impatient with others. Patience is a skill
that helps us to live peacefully in family. Must be tolerant of family. This does not mean being
indifferent to the corrupt practices of family. Patience that does not question evil is very dangerous.
Empathy :
Empathy is the attitude of a person who thinks of other person, who thinks of other people's
suffering as their own and helps to alleviate their suffering. Similarly, they also paticipate in their
celebrations. Such people gain respect in the family. Compassionate people create a pleasant
atmosphere for others. The partial attitude of empathy is sympathy. Sympathy is seeing and
responding positively to other people's suffering.

Positive attitude :
It is not our preferences that determine our status in family. Our way of thinking positive
attitude depends on certain factors.
• Learning by observing. For example : Daughter imitates father's behavior where as son
imitates mother's behavior. That is, it comes to children if their parents behavior is
positive.
• Childhood experiences. For example : Experiences that children have with their
neighbours, at school and with relatives can bring about significant changes in their
behaviour. They show positive attitude or show negative attitude.
• Attitudes caused by the influence of the environment are the environment in which children
grow up. Positive attitudes or negative attitudes can change due to the influence of the
weather as children grow up.
• Influence of social, psychological and economic factors. For example : Although socio
economic factors had an equal impact on the two brothers their way of thinking can
bring a positive attitude towards one aspect and a negative attitude towards another
aspect. That is, our attitude is determined by our way of thinking. The social and economic
status of the family influences the values of the family members.
A positive attitude means forgetting one's weakness and focusing on one's strengths and
becoming workaholic. These are the steps that help to meet a positive attitude.
• There must be liking, affection, understanding on the work we are doing.
• We need to take inspiration from those who are smarter than us and not succumb to the
feeling of inferiority.
• Success requires patience. Apart from that moving forward depending on your skills is
a positive attitude.
30.5 The rights and responsibilities of the family members

The right is the right to express one's right to achieve how one wants to live in a just or
morally correct manner. Social wellbeing is the only human basis in seeking rights. The right is
individual, but it takes the birth in society. Rights must be enjoyed within the prescribed range.
Every person has right in society by birth.
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William Lilly explained that responsibility is the duty that an individial has to perform in
order to satisfy society or another person. Children have the right to education. It is the
responsibility of parents to educate their children individuals have certain rights because they
perform certain responsibilities. A responsible person has clean behaviour.
Vimala was a class tenth student. She was rude and had no respect for her elders. She would
neither help her mother nor listened to her father. Instead, she always argued with them on small
issues. She would also be very rude to her neighbours. Her parents always wanted her to act in a
responsible and in a matured way.
We all live in a family which nurtures us a individuals. Important social skills like caring,
sharing, tolerance and empathy are all learnt in our home.
One day Vimala's family decided to make her realize her mistake. Vimala woke up late and
began rushing around for getting ready for school. She shoutes at everyone for her things, but no
one listend to her. She somehow managed to get ready and reached school late. She was scolded
for being late to school.
When Vimala came home in the afternoon, her mother sat by her and asked her how she felt
about the morning experience. Vimala realize that she was rude, disrespectful and uncooperative,
others would treat her in the same way. Vimala promised her mother to act responsibly further.
Vimala helped her grandmother with all the little things she could do for her and in reward
would get a lot of blessings from her. She took the responsibility of taking her grandmother to the
dispensary for her monthly checkups.
Hence, we understand that every individual has some rights and responsibilites as a member
of a family as well as a community. Only when the rights and responsibilities are taken together,
there will be peace and harmony all around. A family with such an environment and a society with
such families is filled with values.
1) How is empathy greater than sympathy?
2) What are your responsibilities in your family?
3) How does a positive attitude contribute to people in the family?

Key Points
• The behavior of people living in a society is said to be ethical to examine on the basis of
good and bad.
• Morality is found in the behavior of individuals, its inherent in society.
• Individuals with values increase prestige in the family, community and in everyday affairs.
• Employees must have the values to work happily to create a positive atmosphere in the
workplace.
• If all the members of the family do not follow the values, the family will be in turmoil and
every one's life will be in trouble.
• We must have respect for hardwork. Patience is a state of mind, a state in which diversity is
not accepted but there is no opposition to diversity. Empathy is a great human trait.
• People with a positive attitude reach a higher status.
• Each person has certain rights and responsibilities as a family member and and a member of
society.

1) How can you say that values are very important in every day life?
2) What values should an employees to at the workplace?
3) What affect does an adults behaviour has in the development of values among children?
4) How does having a positive attitude affect to the well-being of life?
5) Explain that responsibilities also exist where rights exist.
6) Comment on the greatness of a family where there are people who respect the dignity of
labour?
7) An attitude of sharing the hardships of others. ( )
A) Tolerance B) Sympathy C) Positive attitude D) Empathy
260 Home Science

REFERENCE BOOKS
1) 6-7th General Science, SCERT Textbook, Telangana.
2) 8-10th Biological Science, SCERT Textbook, Telangana.
3) NIOS, Home Science Textbooks for secondary and higher secondary students,
New Delhi.
4) TOSS - Study material.
5) Advanced Education Psychology - Sk. Mangal.
6) III-X Environmental students books, SCERT, Telangana.
7) ˙‹ XÊg+ - M.A. Ist year Textbook.

8) Jeq HÓ’|ü⁄D≤´\T (øöe÷s¡ $<ë´$uÛ≤>∑+) SCERT, Telangana.
9) $ìjÓ÷>∑<ës¡T\ ø£¢uŸ ` $<ë´s¡Tú\ bÕsƒ¡´ |ü⁄düÔø£+.
Web Sites
1) https//www.brainkart.com
2) https//www.headlines.com
3) https//www.curatedcook.com
4) https//www.healthline.com
5) https//www.vikaspedia.in/health
6) wikipedia.Home appliances.
7) https://www.c&s.gov.hk

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2) Food and it's Nutrients 9

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17) My Family 151

23) Family Resources 199

27) Being an Aware Consumer 234

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1.1 Meaning of Home Science :

What is Home Science? 1

1.2 Relevance of Home Science :

Situation Agree / Disagree Reason

• Only mother can look

• Washing, ironing folding

• Money is best managed

What is Home Science? 3

1.3 Home Science - A Discipline and Profession :

Food and Resource Fabric and Human Communication

What is Home Science? 5

1) Explain the importance of Home Science in daily life?

2) What are the misconcepts and facts about Home Science?

1.7 Employment opportunities in Home Science

II) Food preservation a) Production a) Owner of production unit

Bakery and Confectionary b) Training of service staff b) Home based production

III) Interior decoration a) Interior designer a) Interior designer

IV) Art and crafts a) Staff at government a) Running own shop

VI) Dress designing, a) Staff in a production / a) Owner of shop

VIII) Social welfare • Social service • Advisor

What is Home Science? 7

• Home Science teaches everything concerned with home.

• Home Science is useful for both men and women.

• Home Science need to be studied as formal education.

happier family and a successful career.

• Home Science has five basic component areas. They are,

• Home Science provides employment opportunities.

Practice for learning outcomes

2) What is the difference between wage employment and self employment?

4) List out the different component areas of Home Science.

5) Explain various employment opportunities in the area of Home Science.

2 Food and it's