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What is it? •
Who takes part in it? •
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And explain how you feel about it? Sample Answer (What is it?) India is a country with rich culture and heritage, where people speak various
languages. With several cultures, traditions, and religions, people in India live a peaceful life.
There are many cultures and traditions followed in India. One among the traditions is touching
the elder's feet which is considered a blessing.
(Who takes part in it?) This is an age-old tradition,
which is being practised all over India. The touching of the elder's feet originated in the Gurukul,
where the students used to take the blessings of their gurus (teachers) by touching their feet.
(What activities are there ?) On an occasion or during a festival, it is the duty of the younger
people to seek blessings of the elderly people by touching their feets. This way, the elders are
valued and respected.
(And Explain how you feel about it?) This is a very common and well-
practised tradition that helps us understand the importance of showing respect to elders. I feel
very honoured to follow this tradition and keep it alive. Unfortunately, nowadays, most people
don't practise and are getting detached from these habits.
Vocabulary Heritage(noun): property that descends to an heir; legacy.
Eg: Rose tried to steal her grandmother's heritage.
Blessing(noun): God's protection and favour.
Eg: She went to the temple to seek God's blessings on her birthday.
Gurukul: A residential schooling system where a student and his teacher live in the same house.
Eg: Kapoor's Son studies in Gurukul.
