"A cell is such a tiny thing and it has so many parts and then their names like 'mitochondria'. Could they not have named it Ria, as a short form?" she mumbled.
Her brother, Robin, was not going to go away so easily, "But you are my older sister, so you should help me. It is your duty."
"No! It is your duty to do your homework. Mine is to do my homework," she said angrily.
"But all elder brothers and sisters help their younger siblings, all the time!" Robin persisted.
Anika rolled her eyes, "Yes, they help. But you keep arguing and wasting my time by not listening and then asking me all sorts of questions!"
Robin almost got teary-eyed, "But I don't understand. That's why I'm asking you to explain!"
Finally, Anika closed her book and took a deep breath. "Fine. Quick, what do you want to know?" she asked.
Robin smiled and opened his notes. "So, what is the Constitution Day of India?"
Anika glared at him. "Can't you read the chapter in your textbook?"
Robin scratched his head.
"Fine," said Anika, "Now, India got freedom from the British on August 15, 1947. That day is celebrated as the Independence Day, you know that, right?"
Robin nodded. Anika thought for a moment, then said, "You like playing board games, right?"
Robin jumped, "Yes, do you want to play Ludo?"
"No. What I am trying to say is this when you play Ludo or any other game.
You play by certain rules, don't you?"
Robin nodded.
"There are always instructions and rule books that come with any game that tell you to do this and not do that," she said,
"And everyone follows those rules to play the game fairly."
Robin nodded, again.
"In the same way, after India got freedom, the leaders realised that to rule this newly free nation, they needed to have a set of rules and guidelines to govern a nation properly, successfully and fairly."
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The Mighty Mouse
Ricky mouse emerged from his hole and set off for some work. Katie cat spotted him and dashed to catch him.
Halloween Costume Party
Nandu was the first one to reach Soham's house for the Halloween party.
A FAIR EX CHANGE
Mani heard Thatha arguing with his friend as he entered the hall.
Meet the Robotics Marvels
They may look like regular teenagers, but this team of 10 children share a dream of participating in the world's biggest robotics challenge for high schoolers.
THE HOUR OF GHOSTLY VISITS
Bua, our aunt, had come to stay B with us from the village for three days, and I was thrilled because her visits always meant a treasure trove of stories.
THE HOUSE ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE HILL
Twilight was setting in the sky.
SPOOKY NIGHT
It was late at night. Dodo deer was returning to the jungle from the city.
The Taste of Coffee
Ginny goat happily entered a field and was -enjoying the green grass when the owner of the field ran after her with a stick. Ginny ran speedily and hid inside a truck parked on the roadside. She had grazed a lot of grass, so she felt lazy and fell asleep.
Ravana Burst with Pomp and Show
The festival of Dussehra was approaching, so the teachers and students were busy preparing for the three-day fair organised every year on this special occasion in the school. This year the responsibility of staging Ramleela in the fair was given to the students of classes 3rd, 4th, and 5th. On the other hand, the children of classes 6th, 7th and 8th were given the responsibility of making Ravana effigies.
Here Comes Gandhi Baba
\"Bapu, where are you going so early in the morning?\" Gandhi Baba's revolutionary companions in Sky Park asked. He smiled.
