13. Life of the People in Maharashtra
Complete solutions to the Exercise. Maharashtra State Board (Balbharati), Grade Seven History and Civics.
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Exercise
The Patil looked after the protection of the village, and the Kulkarni kept the revenue accounts. The peasant worked in the fields, and the Vatandar held the hereditary vatan.
In today's society, despite significant progress, several undesirable customs are still prevalent. These include the dowry system, caste-based discrimination, gender inequality, and various superstitions. Such practices hinder social harmony and the overall progress of the nation.
To eradicate these customs, creating widespread social awareness is the most critical step. Education plays a vital role in changing mindsets and empowering individuals to stand against regressive traditions. Furthermore, strict enforcement of existing laws and promoting community-driven campaigns can help eliminate these deep-rooted evils effectively.
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In our area, we celebrate a variety of festivals with immense joy and enthusiasm, reflecting the cultural diversity of our society. Major festivals like Diwali, Ganesh Chaturthi, Dasara, Eid, Christmas, and Makar Sankranti are celebrated by people coming together regardless of their backgrounds.
During these festivals, homes are decorated, traditional foods and sweets are prepared, and families exchange greetings. Local fairs (jatras) and cultural programs like music, dance, and plays are often organized, which provide entertainment and foster a strong sense of community unity and cultural preservation.
| Sr. No. | Point | At the time of Shivaji Maharaj | Today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Transactions | Barter system was used for everyday transactions. | Cash, bank transfers, and digital payments (UPI) |
| 2. | Houses | Simple mud and brick constructions; Wadas with one or two storeys were seen in cities. | Permanent, well constructed cement-concrete multi-storeyed houses. |
| 3. | Transportation | Backs of bullocks, small boats, messengers, and camel riders. | Bus, railway, aeroplanes. |
| 4. | Entertainment | Fairs (jatras), wrestling bouts, Tamasha, mallakhamb, bothati, dice, and ganjifa. | Television, movies, internet, video games, and modern outdoor sports |
| 5. | Script | The modi script was used in most transactions. | Devanagari script and English (Latin script) |
The Activity (gathering information about capable women of our country like P.V. Sindhu and Sakshi Malik and reading it aloud in your class) is a practical research exercise. Students should refer to library books or the internet to collect biographies of successful women and present them in the classroom.