Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom" Class 10 UP Board English short/long answer type questions
About Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela was a great freedom fighter and the first Black President of South Africa. Born on 18 July 1918, he dedicated his life to fighting against the brutal system of apartheid — a policy of racial segregation and discrimination enforced by the South African government.
Mandela spent 27 years in prison for his efforts to bring equality and justice to his country. He was released in 1990, and in 1994, he became the first democratically elected President of South Africa. He is respected all over the world for his courage, sacrifice, and commitment to peace and reconciliation. He passed away on 5 December 2013, but his legacy still inspires millions.
About the Lesson: "Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom"
This lesson is an extract from Nelson Mandela’s autobiography, "Long Walk to Freedom". It describes the historic day of 10 May 1994, when South Africa had its first democratic elections and Nelson Mandela was sworn in as President.
In this lesson:
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Mandela shares his feelings of pride, honour and responsibility on becoming the President.
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He pays tribute to all those freedom fighters, both known and unknown, who fought against the injustice of apartheid.
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He talks about the sacrifices made by countless brave men and women who stood up against oppression.
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Mandela emphasizes that no one is born hating another person because of the colour of their skin or background.
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He believes that love comes more naturally to the human heart than hate.
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He defines true freedom not just as breaking chains of oppression, but as living in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.
Moral and Message of the Lesson
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Courage is not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it.
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Freedom, equality, and justice are the rights of all people.
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Hatred can be overcome by love, understanding, and forgiveness.
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Real leaders serve their people with humility and purpose.
Long Summary: “Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom”
The lesson "Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom" is an autobiographical extract from the book written by Nelson Mandela, the first Black President of South Africa. It narrates the historic event of 10 May 1994, the day South Africa saw the end of apartheid and the beginning of a new democratic nation. On this day, Nelson Mandela took oath as the President of South Africa in a grand ceremony held at the Union Buildings in Pretoria.
The Day of Freedom
Mandela describes this day as a moment of great pride and joy not just for himself, but for all the people of South Africa who had suffered under the cruel system of racial segregation (apartheid). Dignitaries and leaders from all over the world attended the ceremony, symbolizing international support and recognition for the newly free South Africa.
During the ceremony, the country saw two national anthems being sung – one for the whites and one for the blacks – showing a step toward unity and equal respect for all communities.
A Tribute to Freedom Fighters
Mandela deeply remembers and honours all the freedom fighters – known and unknown – who sacrificed their lives in the long struggle for equality. He acknowledges that he is only the representative of those thousands of brave men and women who never gave up their hope, even when they were tortured, imprisoned, or killed.
He feels that the real heroes are those who laid the foundation of the freedom struggle, and because of their efforts, the people of South Africa could finally live in a nation where justice and human dignity were respected.
The Meaning of Freedom
Mandela talks about how his understanding of freedom changed over time. As a child, he thought freedom simply meant being able to play, roam freely, and live without restrictions. But as he grew older, he realized that freedom meant more than just personal liberty — it included the freedom of everyone to live equally, without fear or discrimination.
He also understood that true freedom is not just for oneself, but for others as well. A person who limits another’s freedom is not truly free either.
Courage and Sacrifice
Mandela reflects on the fact that courage is not the absence of fear, but the ability to overcome it. He admires the strength and bravery of the people who fought against apartheid and says that no one is born hating another person because of the colour of their skin, background, or religion. Love and respect come more naturally to the human heart than hatred.
He also speaks of the twin obligations every man has: one to his family, and one to his country. Under apartheid, fulfilling both was impossible. But Mandela believed that the struggle for freedom was worth all sacrifices, even if it meant being separated from his family or spending years in prison.
A New Nation is Born
The lesson ends on a note of hope and optimism. Mandela dreams of a South Africa where all people, black and white, live together in harmony. He dreams of a country where every citizen is free to live with dignity, equality, and opportunity. Key Themes and Messages:
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Freedom and Equality: True freedom means the ability to live with dignity, respect, and equal rights.
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Unity and Reconciliation: Even after years of injustice, Mandela promoted peace, forgiveness, and unity between blacks and whites.
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Sacrifice and Struggle: The path to freedom is long and difficult, but the sacrifices of many make it possible.
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Leadership and Responsibility: Mandela's leadership was based on courage, humility, and commitment to his people.
नेल्सन मंडेला : स्वतंत्रता की ओर लंबी यात्रा (हिंदी अनुवाद)
यह पाठ नेल्सन मंडेला की आत्मकथा "Long Walk to Freedom" से लिया गया एक अंश है। इसमें मंडेला उस ऐतिहासिक दिन का वर्णन करते हैं जब वह 10 मई 1994 को दक्षिण अफ्रीका के पहले अश्वेत राष्ट्रपति बने। यह दिन दक्षिण अफ्रीका में रंगभेद की नीति के अंत और नए लोकतांत्रिक युग की शुरुआत का प्रतीक था।
स्वतंत्रता दिवस का वर्णन
मंडेला बताते हैं कि यह दिन उनके जीवन का सबसे महान और ऐतिहासिक दिन था। राजधानी प्रिटोरिया के यूनियन बिल्डिंग में शपथ ग्रहण समारोह हुआ, जिसमें दुनिया भर के नेता और गणमान्य व्यक्ति उपस्थित थे। यह समारोह एक नए युग की शुरुआत थी, जहाँ हर व्यक्ति को समान अधिकार मिले।
इस दिन दो राष्ट्रगान गाए गए — एक श्वेतों के लिए और एक अश्वेतों के लिए। यह इस बात का संकेत था कि अब दोनों समुदायों को समान रूप से सम्मान दिया जा रहा है।
स्वतंत्रता सेनानियों को श्रद्धांजलि
नेल्सन मंडेला इस अवसर पर उन सभी लोगों को याद करते हैं जिन्होंने स्वतंत्रता के लिए संघर्ष किया — कुछ प्रसिद्ध हैं, कुछ गुमनाम। वे कहते हैं कि वे केवल एक प्रतिनिधि हैं, असली नायक वे लोग हैं जिन्होंने अपने जीवन की आहुति दी ताकि आने वाली पीढ़ियाँ स्वतंत्रता में जी सकें।
मंडेला मानते हैं कि बलिदान के बिना स्वतंत्रता संभव नहीं होती। यह उनकी दृढ़ इच्छाशक्ति और संघर्ष का ही परिणाम है कि आज देश आज़ाद है।
स्वतंत्रता का असली अर्थ
मंडेला बताते हैं कि बचपन में वह स्वतंत्रता को केवल खेलने, दौड़ने और खाने-पीने की आज़ादी के रूप में समझते थे। लेकिन जैसे-जैसे वे बड़े हुए, उन्होंने महसूस किया कि असली स्वतंत्रता का अर्थ है सम्मान के साथ जीवन जीना, भेदभाव से मुक्त होना, और दूसरों की आज़ादी का भी सम्मान करना।
वे कहते हैं कि जब तक दूसरों को स्वतंत्रता नहीं मिलती, तब तक कोई भी व्यक्ति वास्तव में स्वतंत्र नहीं होता।
साहस और प्रेम का संदेश
मंडेला का मानना है कि साहस का अर्थ डर की अनुपस्थिति नहीं है, बल्कि डर पर विजय पाना है। उन्होंने यह भी कहा कि कोई भी व्यक्ति जन्म से किसी अन्य व्यक्ति से नफरत नहीं करता, चाहे वह उसकी त्वचा का रंग, भाषा या धर्म अलग ही क्यों न हो। नफरत करना सीखा जाता है, लेकिन प्रेम करना अधिक स्वाभाविक होता है।
एक नई शुरुआत
यह पाठ आशा और एक नवीन लोकतांत्रिक दक्षिण अफ्रीका के संदेश के साथ समाप्त होता है। मंडेला एक ऐसे देश का सपना देखते हैं जहाँ हर नागरिक को समानता, न्याय और सम्मान मिले। वे चाहते हैं कि सभी जाति, धर्म और रंग के लोग एकता और प्रेम के साथ रहें।
पाठ से प्राप्त मुख्य शिक्षाएं:
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सच्ची स्वतंत्रता का अर्थ केवल व्यक्तिगत आज़ादी नहीं, बल्कि सामाजिक समानता भी है।
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साहस और बलिदान के बिना स्वतंत्रता संभव नहीं।
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नेतृत्व का मतलब सत्ता नहीं, बल्कि लोगों की सेवा करना है।
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प्रेम और क्षमा के जरिए नफरत को मिटाया जा सकता है।
150 कठिन शब्द (Difficult Words) पाठ "Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom"
✅ Difficult Words List (With Hindi Pronunciation & Meaning)
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Apartheid – अपार्थेड – रंगभेद नीति
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Inauguration – इनॉगरैशन – उद्घाटन समारोह
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Sworn in – स्वॉर्न इन – शपथ लेना
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Dignitaries – डिग्निटरीज – विशिष्ट व्यक्ति
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Spectacular – स्पेक्टाक्युलर – शानदार
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Amphitheatre – एम्फीथिएटर – खुला रंगमंच
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Solemn – सॉलेम्न – गंभीर
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Pledging – प्लेजिंग – प्रतिज्ञा करना
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Obey – ओबे – पालन करना
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Resilience – रेज़िलिएंस – सहनशक्ति
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Deprivation – डेप्रिवेशन – अभाव
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Discrimination – डिस्क्रिमिनेशन – भेदभाव
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Reconciliation – रिकन्सिलिएशन – मेल-मिलाप
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Glorious – ग्लोरियस – गौरवपूर्ण
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Emancipation – ईमैन्सिपेशन – मुक्ति
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Profound – प्रोफाउंड – गहरा
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Liberty – लिबर्टी – स्वतंत्रता
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Oppression – ओप्रेशन – दमन
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Outlawed – आउटलॉड – अवैध घोषित
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Curtailed – कर्टेल्ड – सीमित किया गया
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Obstruction – ऑब्स्ट्रक्शन – बाधा
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Triumph – ट्रायम्फ – विजय
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Racial – रेशियल – नस्लीय
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Equality – इक्वालिटी – समानता
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Decade – डिकेड – दशक
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Depths – डेप्थ्स – गहराई
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Hostility – हॉस्टिलिटी – शत्रुता
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Patriot – पैट्रिऑट – देशभक्त
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Humility – ह्यूमिलिटी – नम्रता
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Resentment – रिज़ेन्टमेंट – नाराजगी
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Selflessness – सेल्फलेसनेस – निःस्वार्थता
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Yearned – यर्न्ड – तरसना
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Obligations – ऑब्लिगेशन्स – जिम्मेदारियाँ
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Inclination – इन्क्लिनेशन – प्रवृत्ति
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Chains – चेन्स – बेड़ियाँ
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Intimate – इन्टिमेट – निकट
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Dominance – डॉमिनेंस – प्रभुत्व
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Unintended – अनइन्टेन्डेड – अनजाना
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Responsibilities – रिस्पॉन्सिबिलिटीज – जिम्मेदारियाँ
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Comrades – कॉमरेड्स – साथी
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Revolution – रेवोल्यूशन – क्रांति
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Sacrifices – सैक्रिफाइसेस – बलिदान
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Valley – वैली – घाटी
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Pinnacle – पिनेकल – शिखर
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Joyous – जॉयस – आनंदित
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Beside – बिसाइड – के पास
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Daring – डेरिंग – साहसी
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Constitution – कॉन्स्टिट्यूशन – संविधान
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Multiracial – मल्टीरेशियल – बहु-नस्लीय
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Loyal – लॉयल – वफादार
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Language – लैंग्वेज – भाषा
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Discharge – डिस्चार्ज – मुक्त करना
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Hostile – हॉस्टाइल – दुश्मन
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Rejoice – रीजॉयस – खुशी मनाना
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Ancestral – एन्सेस्ट्रल – पैतृक
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Robbed – रॉब्ड – लूटा गया
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Courage – करेज – साहस
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Inspire – इंस्पायर – प्रेरित करना
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Mourn – मॉर्न – शोक मनाना
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Imposing – इम्पोज़िंग – प्रभावशाली
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Freedoms – फ्रीडम्स – स्वतंत्रताएँ
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Brotherhood – ब्रदरहुड – भाईचारा
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Rights – राइट्स – अधिकार
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Conquer – कॉन्कर – जीतना
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Dignity – डिग्निटी – गरिमा
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Speech – स्पीच – भाषण
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Confidence – कॉन्फिडेंस – आत्मविश्वास
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Perseverance – परसिवीरेंस – दृढ़ता
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Just – जस्ट – न्यायपूर्ण
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Injustice – इनजस्टिस – अन्याय
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Victim – विक्टिम – पीड़ित
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Hatred – हैट्रेड – नफरत
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Naturally – नैचुरली – स्वाभाविक रूप से
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Heart – हार्ट – हृदय
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Generosity – जेनरॉसिटी – उदारता
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Bravery – ब्रेवरी – वीरता
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Realised – रिअलाइज्ड – महसूस किया
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Lacked – लैक्ट – कमी थी
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Thoughtfulness – थॉटफुलनेस – विचारशीलता
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Honoured – ऑनर्ड – सम्मानित
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Symbol – सिंबोल – प्रतीक
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Medal – मेडल – पदक
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Sacrifice – सैक्रिफाइस – बलिदान
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Justice – जस्टिस – न्याय
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Memory – मेमोरी – स्मृति
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Historical – हिस्टॉरिकल – ऐतिहासिक
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Occasion – ओकेजन – अवसर
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Ceremony – सेरेमनी – समारोह
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Opponent – ओपोनेन्ट – विरोधी
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Darkness – डार्कनेस – अंधकार
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Light – लाइट – प्रकाश
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Rainbow – रेनबो – इंद्रधनुष
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Nation – नेशन – राष्ट्र
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Armed – आर्म्ड – सशस्त्र
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Pride – प्राइड – गर्व
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Pledge – प्लेज – शपथ
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Belief – बिलीफ – विश्वास
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Harsh – हर्ष – कठोर
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Struggle – स्ट्रगल – संघर्ष
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Noble – नोबल – महान
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Prosperity – प्रोस्पेरिटी – समृद्धि
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Mutual – म्यूचुअल – आपसी
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Unity – यूनिटी – एकता
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Diversity – डाइवर्सिटी – विविधता
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Democracy – डेमोक्रेसी – लोकतंत्र
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Forgiveness – फॉरगिवनेस – क्षमा
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Truth – ट्रुथ – सत्य
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Rebirth – रीबर्थ – पुनर्जन्म
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National – नेशनल – राष्ट्रीय
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Patriotism – पैट्रियोटिज़्म – देशभक्ति
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Suffered – सफर्ड – भुगता
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Endurance – एंड्योरेंस – सहनशीलता
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Greatness – ग्रेटनेस – महानता
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Companion – कंपैनियन – साथी
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Belongings – बिलॉन्गिंग्स – सामान
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Hope – होप – आशा
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Future – फ्यूचर – भविष्य
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Past – पास्ट – अतीत
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Civil – सिविल – नागरिक
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Mankind – मैनकाइंड – मानव जाति
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Blessing – ब्लेसिंग – आशीर्वाद
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Revolutionaries – रेवोल्यूशनरीज – क्रांतिकारी
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Pride – प्राइड – अभिमान
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Nations – नेशन्स – देश
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Lighted – लाइटेड – प्रकाशित
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Road – रोड – रास्ता
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Spirit – स्पिरिट – आत्मा / उत्साह
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Journey – जर्नी – यात्रा
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Lifetime – लाइफटाइम – जीवनकाल
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Achieve – अचीव – प्राप्त करना
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Leader – लीडर – नेता
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Terror – टेरर – आतंक
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Rule – रूल – शासन
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People – पीपल – लोग
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Peace – पीस – शांति
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Devotion – डिवोशन – समर्पण
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Loyal – लॉयल – निष्ठावान
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Wisdom – विजडम – बुद्धिमानी
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Equal – इक्वल – बराबर
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Challenge – चैलेंज – चुनौती
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Humanity – ह्यूमैनिटी – मानवता
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Fearless – फियरलेस – निडर
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Commitment – कमिटमेंट – प्रतिबद्धता
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Oppose – ऑपोज़ – विरोध करना
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Brotherhood – ब्रदरहुड – भाईचारा
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Determination – डिटरमिनेशन – दृढ़ निश्चय
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Support – सपोर्ट – समर्थन
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Rise – राइज़ – उठना / बढ़ना
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Change – चेंज – परिवर्तन
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Inspire – इंस्पायर – प्रेरित करना
Short answer type questions
Q.1. Where did the oath taking ceremony take place?
Ans. The oath taking ceremony took place at the Union Buildings in Pretoria, South Africa. Many leaders and people came to see Nelson Mandela become the first Black President.
Q.2. What ideals did Mandela set out for the future of South Africa in his speech?
Ans. Mandela wanted peace, equality, and freedom for everyone in South Africa. He said there should be no more hate and all people should live together with respect.
Q.3. How according to Mandela, had apartheid policy affected South Africa?
Ans. Mandela said apartheid created hate and pain. It divided people by color. Black people were treated badly and had no rights or freedom.
Q.4. What did Mandela think about the oppressor and the oppressed?
Ans. Mandela said both the oppressor and the oppressed are not free. The oppressor loses his humanity and the oppressed loses his freedom.
Q.5. According to Mandela, what is ‘true freedom’?
Ans. True freedom means to live with dignity, respect, and no fear. It means to have equal rights and choices for everyone.
Q.6. What are the twin obligations referred to by Nelson Mandela?
Ans. Mandela said everyone has two duties: one to their family and one to their country and people. He said both are important.
Q.7. What was unique in the inauguration ceremony?
Ans. The special thing was that a Black man, Nelson Mandela, became the President. Earlier, only white people had power in South Africa.
Q.8. Describe the inauguration ceremony in simple words.
Ans. The ceremony was grand. Many world leaders came. Mandela took oath as President. People were happy and full of hope for a new South Africa.
Q.9. What did the generals and police officers do on that day?
Ans. On that day, generals and police saluted Mandela. They showed respect to the new democratic government. It was a big change from the past.
Q.10. What is the greatest wealth of a nation in Mandela’s opinion?
Ans. Mandela said the people of a nation are the greatest wealth. If people are good and honest, the nation becomes great.
Q.11. Who was Nelson Mandela? Why did he fight with the White rule of his country?
Ans. Nelson Mandela was a freedom fighter. He fought against white rule because they treated Black people badly. He wanted freedom and equality for all.
Q.12. According to Mandela, what is the meaning of ‘Freedom’?
Ans. Freedom means living without fear. It means equal rights for all. Everyone should live with respect, do jobs, and enjoy life freely.
Q.13. According to Mandela, who is not free?
Ans. A person who is afraid, who cannot speak or live freely, is not free. Both the oppressed and oppressor are not truly free.
Q.14. According to Mandela, who is a brave man?
Ans. A brave man is not one who has no fear, but one who controls fear and fights for truth and justice.
Q.15. How long was Mandela not troubled by the laws of man or God?
Ans. In his early life, Mandela was not troubled by laws. He thought life was simple. But later he saw injustice and felt troubled.
Q.16. Why did Nelson Mandela thank the international leaders?
Ans. Mandela thanked them because they came to support South Africa’s new democracy. It showed the world respected the change and stood with them.
Long Answer Type Questions
Q.1. What does Mandela think about the patriots? Can their sacrifices be repaid?
Ans. Nelson Mandela believes that patriots love their country deeply. They sacrifice their lives for the freedom of others. He says their sacrifices are priceless and cannot be repaid. We can only honor and respect them forever.
Q.2. What are the ideas of Nelson Mandela regarding courage, love and hate?
Ans. Nelson Mandela says courage is not the absence of fear, but the victory over it. He believes people are born to love, not to hate. Love comes naturally in the heart. Hatred is learned, but love is more powerful.
Q.3. Nelson Mandela was the hero of South Africa’s freedom movement. Comment.
Ans. Nelson Mandela spent 30 years in jail fighting for his people’s freedom. He ended apartheid and gave equal rights to all. He became the first black President of South Africa. So, he is rightly called a hero of South Africa.
Q.4. What were the difficulties faced by Nelson Mandela in achieving freedom for his people?
Ans. Nelson Mandela faced many difficulties. He spent 30 years in prison. The government treated black people badly. They had no rights. Mandela fought against this injustice with courage and patience to bring freedom and equality.
Q.5. What does Nelson Mandela refer to as an extraordinary human disaster?
Ans. Nelson Mandela calls apartheid an extraordinary human disaster. It was a system in South Africa where black people were treated unfairly and had no rights. It caused pain, hatred, and separation among people.
Q.6. Who was Nelson Mandela? What ideals did he set out for the future of South Africa in his inauguration speech?
Ans. Nelson Mandela was a great leader and the first black President of South Africa. In his speech, he promised to build a nation without racism. He dreamed of peace, equality, justice, and freedom for all.
Q.7. How did Nelson Mandela describe the scene of the inauguration?
Ans. Nelson Mandela described the day of inauguration as a great day of hope and unity. It was held in a beautiful building in Pretoria. Leaders from many countries came to support. The sky was full of fighter planes showing respect.
Q.8. Describe Nelson Mandela.
Ans. Nelson Mandela was a brave and kind leader. He spent 30 years in jail for justice. He fought against apartheid and became South Africa’s first black President. He believed in freedom, peace, and equality for everyone.
30 exam-oriented Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) based on the UP Board Class 10 English Lesson: “Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom.”
✅ MCQs: Nelson Mandela – Long Walk to Freedom
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Who is the author of "Long Walk to Freedom"?
a) Mahatma Gandhi
b) Nelson Mandela
c) Desmond Tutu
d) Jawaharlal Nehru
→ b) Nelson Mandela -
"Long Walk to Freedom" is an extract from whose autobiography?
a) Abraham Lincoln
b) Martin Luther King Jr.
c) Nelson Mandela
d) Barack Obama
→ c) Nelson Mandela -
Nelson Mandela was sworn in as the president of South Africa in —
a) 1992
b) 1993
c) 1994
d) 1995
→ c) 1994 -
Which date was the inauguration ceremony held?
a) 26 January
b) 10 May
c) 15 August
d) 1 April
→ b) 10 May -
Where was the inauguration ceremony held?
a) Union Buildings, Pretoria
b) Cape Town Parliament
c) Soweto Square
d) Johannesburg Hall
→ a) Union Buildings, Pretoria -
Who accompanied Mandela on the podium during the oath ceremony?
a) His wife
b) Former President
c) His daughter
d) Chief Justice
→ d) Chief Justice -
What type of government was formed in South Africa in 1994?
a) Monarchy
b) Military rule
c) Democratic government
d) Communist government
→ c) Democratic government -
According to Mandela, who were his greatest heroes?
a) Kings
b) Political leaders
c) Common people and comrades
d) Teachers
→ c) Common people and comrades -
Mandela's party was —
a) African Unity Movement
b) African National Congress
c) Nationalist Party
d) Freedom Alliance
→ b) African National Congress -
Which system did Mandela fight against?
a) Socialism
b) Communism
c) Apartheid
d) Democracy
→ c) Apartheid -
What does 'apartheid' mean?
a) Unity of races
b) Peaceful life
c) Racial discrimination
d) Freedom
→ c) Racial discrimination -
How long was Nelson Mandela imprisoned?
a) 10 years
b) 20 years
c) 27 years
d) 15 years
→ c) 27 years -
What did Mandela say about courage?
a) It is born
b) It means absence of fear
c) It is a superpower
d) It is triumph over fear
→ d) It is triumph over fear -
What lesson did Mandela learn from his comrades?
a) Leadership
b) Bravery and sacrifice
c) Economics
d) Military tactics
→ b) Bravery and sacrifice -
According to Mandela, no one is born —
a) Rich
b) Free
c) Hating another person
d) Intelligent
→ c) Hating another person -
What does Mandela think about freedom?
a) Only white people deserve it
b) It is for rich only
c) It is natural right for all
d) It should be paid for
→ c) It is natural right for all -
How many deputy presidents took oath with Mandela?
a) One
b) Two
c) Three
d) None
→ b) Two -
Who is the author of the book “Long Walk to Freedom”?
a) Nelson Mandela
b) Barack Obama
c) Mahatma Gandhi
d) Abraham Lincoln
→ a) Nelson Mandela -
Which emotion did Mandela feel most on the inauguration day?
a) Anger
b) Joy
c) Pride and Responsibility
d) Fear
→ c) Pride and Responsibility -
According to Mandela, a brave man is —
a) Who feels no pain
b) Who conquers fear
c) Who never cries
d) Who fights war
→ b) Who conquers fear -
Which flag was hoisted after the oath ceremony?
a) British flag
b) African National Congress flag
c) New South African flag
d) Red Cross flag
→ c) New South African flag -
How does Mandela define true freedom?
a) Economic independence
b) Power to dominate others
c) Freedom from fear and discrimination
d) Luxury lifestyle
→ c) Freedom from fear and discrimination -
What does Mandela say about the oppressor?
a) He is free
b) He is powerful
c) He is also a prisoner of hatred
d) He is king
→ c) He is also a prisoner of hatred -
According to Mandela, the greatest wealth of a nation is —
a) Gold
b) Army
c) People
d) Technology
→ c) People -
The inauguration ceremony was attended by —
a) Only South Africans
b) Only politicians
c) International dignitaries and leaders
d) Mandela’s family
→ c) International dignitaries and leaders -
What type of people inspired Mandela the most?
a) Celebrities
b) Rich businessmen
c) Ordinary men of courage and wisdom
d) Teachers
→ c) Ordinary men of courage and wisdom -
Mandela's struggle was against —
a) Illiteracy
b) Communism
c) Racial domination
d) Environmental damage
→ c) Racial domination -
What did Mandela feel about his childhood freedom?
a) It was a lie
b) He was fully free
c) It was limited
d) It was disturbed
→ c) It was limited -
What does 'a rainbow nation' signify?
a) Diverse races living in harmony
b) Flags of the country
c) Colors of uniform
d) Mandela’s party symbol
→ a) Diverse races living in harmony -
The lesson “Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom” is written in —
a) Story form
b) Diary form
c) Autobiographical form
d) Interview form
→ c) Autobiographical fo

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