NIOS Class 10 Home Science (216) Activity 1.2 Solutions - What is Home Science?

This activity focuses on understanding gender roles and equality in household and social responsibilities. This activity encourages students to think about common beliefs and decide whether they agree or disagree with them.

Chapter -1- What is Home Science? Activity Solutions

 This activity has been taken from Chapter 1 – What is Home Science of NIOS Class 10 Home Science (216)  Module 1 – Home Science in Daily Life.

Aim

To analyse different statements related to gender roles in household work and express personal opinions

Materials Required

   1.  Notebook

   2. Pen or pencil

Procedure

 

We read each given statement carefully and decide whether we agree or disagree with the statement. Now we write a clear reason to support our opinion and discuss our views with friends or family members.

We note their opinions and compare them with our opinions.

Situations	Agree/disagree	reasons
Only a mother can look after a sick child	disagree	Anyone with love, care, and patience can look after a sick child. A father or any family member can do this equally well. Gender does not decide caring ability.
Purchasing of electronic appliance items should preferably be done by men	disagree	Knowledge comparison of features and budgeting is more important than gender. Women are equally capable of making smart purchasing decisions.
Washing, ironing, folding, and keeping the weekly laundry is best handled by women	Disagree	There are basic life skills that both men and women should know. Sharing household work promotes equality and teamwork in families
Money is best managed by men	Disagree	Money management depends on financial knowledge and responsibility, regardless of gender. Many women manage finances very efficiently.

 

Explanation

These statements reflect traditional thinking that assigns specific roles to men and women. But in modern society, both men and women are equally capable of handling household work and duties. Skills and responsibility matter more than gender.

Conclusion

This activity explains that gender should not decide what a person can or cannot do. All responsibilities should be completed and shared by all family members.

Frequently Asked Questions

   1. Why should household work be shared equally?

Answer – Because it reduces the burden on one person and creates cooperation and harmony in the family.

   2. Can women manage money as well as men?

Answer – Yes, financial management depends on knowledge and planning skills, so women can manage money as well as men can.

    3. Why is gender equality important in society?

Answer - Answer – Gender equality is important in society because it promotes fairness, respect and equal opportunities for everyone.