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Q1. [3] medium initial-understanding
Women's journals in early twentieth-century India covered a wide range of topics. Mention any three themes these journals addressed, and briefly explain why such journals were considered important for women readers at the time.
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Model Answer

Women's journals in early twentieth-century India addressed the following themes:

  1. Women's education – journals discussed why women should be educated and provided syllabi for home-based learning.
  2. Widowhood and widow remarriage – they highlighted the miserable lives of widows and advocated reform.
  3. The national movement – journals connected women to broader political developments.
  4. Household tips, fashion, and entertainment – short stories and serialised novels were also featured.

These journals were important because they gave women a voice, raised awareness about their social oppression, and provided access to knowledge at a time when many women were confined to their homes.

Source: Chapter 5, Section 8.1 – Women and Print

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Explanation

The question asks for three themes (1 mark each, or 1 mark for themes + 1 mark for importance — adjust accordingly). Stick to themes directly mentioned in the passage: education, widowhood/widow remarriage, national movement, and household/entertainment content. For "importance," focus on empowerment, awareness of oppression, and access to knowledge. Examiners look for textbook-specific points — avoid generic statements.

Previous-year CBSE Grade 10 board exam questions, organised by subject and chapter, each with a model answer — free to read and print.