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1. Major Changes in the 18th Century Weak Later Mughal Rulers After the death of Aurangzeb (1707), later Mughal emperors such as Bahadur Shah I, Jahandar Shah, Farrukh Siyar, Muhammad Shah, Ahmad Shah, Alamgir II and Shah Alam II were weak and inefficient. They failed to control the administration and the nobles. Administrative and Economic Breakdown Powerful mansabdars and subadars became independent and stopped sending revenue to Delhi. Heavy taxation caused peasant and zamindari revolts. Though peasants produced good harvests, the empire faced economic collapse, and nobles could not maintain their armies. Court Politics and Noble Rivalries Mughal nobles were divided into Iranis and Turanis, leading to constant infighting. Emperors became puppets in the hands of nobles, and some were even assassinated or blinded, which weakened royal authority. Foreign Invasions Nadir Shah’s invasion in 1739 devastated Delhi and carried away enormous wealth, including the Peacock Throne. Ahmad Shah A...

  What is an Urban Local Body? An Urban Local Body (ULB) is a local government that looks after the administration of cities and towns . It is formed to provide basic services to people living in urban areas and to involve citizens in local governance. Urban local bodies perform the following important functions: Supply clean drinking water Maintain roads, streetlights, and parks Manage garbage collection and waste disposal Provide drainage and sanitation facilities Issue birth, death, and marriage certificates Run public health services like hospitals and dispensaries Collect local taxes such as property tax and water tax Implement government schemes at the local level 1. Meaning of Urban Local Bodies Local government structures in cities and towns are called urban local bodies . They follow the idea of decentralisation , where power is shared with people at the local level. Urban local bodies allow citizens to participate directly in g...

  1. Meaning Cleaning means removing dirt, dust, and germs from our home. Organising means arranging things neatly and systematically . 2. Importance of Cleaning and Organising Keeps the home healthy and hygienic Prevents diseases and infections Saves time and avoids confusion Makes the home safe and pleasant Develops discipline and good habits 3. Types of Cleaning Daily cleaning: sweeping floors, washing dishes, wiping surfaces Weekly cleaning: mopping, cleaning bathrooms, dusting furniture Occasional cleaning: cupboards, fans, windows, storerooms 4. Organising the Home Keep similar items together Use shelves, racks, and boxes Label containers and drawers Store items according to use Avoid clutter by keeping only useful items 5. Cleanliness in Different Areas a) Kitchen Wash utensils immediately after use Keep food covered Clean stove and platform daily Dispose of waste properly b) Bathroom and Toilet...

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  1. Who’s the Boss? Meaning “Who’s the Boss?” means being in control of yourself . It teaches us self-control and responsibility for our actions . We should not let anger, laziness, fear, or habits control us. Key Points You are the boss of your choices , not your moods or friends. Thinking before acting helps avoid mistakes. Self-control helps in: Studies Relationships Decision-making Being the boss means: Managing time properly Controlling anger and emotions Making wise choices Example Instead of shouting when angry, you stay calm and speak politely. You complete homework before watching TV. Importance Builds confidence Improves discipline Helps become a responsible person 2. Say No to Peer Pressure Meaning Peer pressure is the influence friends or classmates have on our actions. It can be positive or negative . Saying “NO” means standing up for what is right . Key Points Not all friends...