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In Chapter 26 'Defence Officer: Wahida' of the Class 4 EVS textbook, readers learn about Lieutenant Commander Wahida Prism, a groundbreaking woman in the Indian Navy. She shares her journey from a small village in Jammu and Kashmir to becoming a doctor in the Navy, leading a passing out parade, and working on naval ships where few women have worked before. Her story highlights themes of perseverance, breaking gender barriers, and commitment to service.
Key Topics
- •Role and responsibilities of a naval doctor
- •Wahida's journey and achievements
- •Gender roles in the Indian Navy
- •Challenges and perseverance
- •Leadership and training
Learning Objectives
- ✓To understand the journey and achievements of Lieutenant Commander Wahida Prism.
- ✓To comprehend the role of a naval doctor and its significance.
- ✓To explore the concept of leadership in the armed forces.
- ✓To recognize the importance of breaking gender barriers.
- ✓To reflect on personal ambitions and the pursuit of dreams.
Questions in Chapter
Do you know anyone who is in defence services? Is the person in the Navy, Army or Air Force?
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What work do they do in the force?
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Would you like to join the defence services?
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Which of the three would you like to join – the Army, the Navy or the Air Force?
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In which other jobs do people wear uniforms as in defence services?
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Wahida works as a doctor in the Indian Navy. Can you name five other occupations in the Navy?
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Have you ever seen a parade? Hold a parade in your own school and try giving thirty-six-commands – for example, “Parade, Eyes Right”, “Don’t move”, “Close in”, “Open file”. Can you add some more commands to this list?
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Talk to a doctor and find out about her/his work.
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Do you know any woman who has done something unusual? Talk to her in the same way as we talked to Lt. Cdr. Wahida Prism. Think of the questions that you will ask. Find out why she has chosen that work. What were the difficulties she faced in her life?
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Additional Practice Questions
What motivated Wahida to join the Indian Navy?
easyAnswer: Wahida was inspired by the army officers she saw as a child in her village, and her love for traveling to different places motivated her to join the Navy.
Describe the responsibilities of a naval doctor on a ship according to Wahida's description.
mediumAnswer: A naval doctor not only gives medicine but also ensures the crew's fitness and health, performs medical check-ups, and prepares for emergencies like fires or accidents.
How did Wahida prepare for leading the parade and what challenges did she face?
mediumAnswer: Wahida practiced very sincerely, rehearsing the thirty-six commands daily to ensure that she wouldn't forget any during the parade, which required a loud voice to reach all participants.
Discuss the significance of Wahida being the first woman to lead a passing out parade in the Navy.
hardAnswer: Leading the parade is an honor indicating trust and recognition of Wahida's capabilities in a traditionally male-dominated field, breaking gender barriers.
What role did Wahida’s family play in her journey to becoming a naval officer?
easyAnswer: Wahida's family, especially her father, supported her ambition to study further, endure challenges, and eventually apply to and prepare for the Armed Forces.