Chapter 4 DIGNITY OF LABOUR
4.1 Introduction
Dear students, the dignity of labour
is a prominent virtue by which we treat all professions with equal reverence by
respecting each and every profession. No work should be considered inferior or
insignificant. We should not consider any task lower and never feel ashamed to
do it. Even if we have to start from a small task, with our hard work,
dedication and ability. We gradually move towards the goal of success. An
occupation indicates an activity to earn the income by working hardly and
honestly. When a person earns his living by working honestly, firmly,
diligently and sincerely, then that is true labour.
My Favourite Occupations
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My Future Goals
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Favourite Occupations of my friend
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Dear students, the sentiments of the worker associated
with any profession, are also linked with that work. Therefore it is very
important to respect every worker and every work. It is important to keep the
following points in mind in order to perform each task:
Dignity of labour
Honesty
Persistence
Hard work
Responsibility
Dedication
Eligibility
Method
Encouragement
Work plan
Equality
4.2 Significance of Labour in Human Life:
Dear students, all professions play
their important roles for running the system of our society in a proficient and
well-organised manner. All occupations are directly or indirectly involved in
the smooth running of our normal lives but there are some occupations which are
directly related to the daily needs of a human being. Given below are some
occupations, you have to choose which of these are directly or indirectly
related to the fulfilment of the routine requirements of our daily lives:
Teacher Lawyer, Police,
Tailor, Doctor Milkman, Cobbler, Driver Vegetable- seller, Mason, Electrician,
Labourer Revenue Officer (Patwari), Plumber, Shopkeeper ,Postman, Sweeper,
Engineer, Soldier
Directly
Indirectly
Dear students, some statements have been given below.
You have to mark whether you agree or disagree:
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Every
occupation has its own significance. |
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One
should not feel ashamed of doing any type of work. |
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Every
work and the worker doing it must be respected. |
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We
must get into the habit of doing everything ourselves. |
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deed is good or bad but the way to do it can be good or bad. |
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Every
task should be done with full interest. |
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No
work is superior or inferior. |
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Any
job should be chosen according to one's ability. |
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Work
done with diligence and dedication leads to success. |
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One
should perform his/her duty responsibly. |
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Now discuss why do you agree or disagree?
Why do you agree?
Why do you disagree?
4.3 My favourite occupation
Dear children, every occupation has
its own significance, whether it is manual work done physically or done with
one's knowledge using intellect. Every work is related to the fulfilment of the
necessities of life and providing services for the welfare of humanity. Some
occupations have been listed below. You have to tell which of these are liked
and disliked by you and why?
Teacher, Lawyer,
Policeman, Tailor, Doctor Milkman, Cobbler Driver, Vegetable- seller, Mechanic,
Electrician, Labourer, Revenue Officer (Pawari), Plumber Shopkeeper, Washerman,
Pilot, Postman, Sweeper, Engineer, Headmaster, Computer-expert, Dress-
designer, Farmer, Military, Actor Confectioner/Baker Journalist.
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Now think and discuss about occupations that you
dislike. It may be possible that many other people may also dislike these jobs.
Think about the consequences if no one accepts to perform these jobs? Discuss
with your classmates and write down the consequences.
Discuss
about dignity of labour with your parents and note down their views.
4.4 Think and Write
1. Write five lines on
the subject of dignity of labour.
2. Have you ever
refused to do something that you think is an inferior grade work?
3. What points will you
keep in mind to show the respect for work?
4. Why is it important
to respect the work to be successful in life?
5. Make a card on the
topic "Dignity of Labour".
Special suggestions from the Teacher to the Student
