"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 Return Gift
\"Dingo, it's been a long time since we've had a nice party.
Moving to the MOON
In the forest town of Hoshiarpur, there was a mischievous bear named Dabbu.
Tea and the Lizard
Parth's father loved tea and enjoyed several cups throughout the day.
Shera Breaks a Bad Habit
It was December, and a cold wave settled upon Chandanvan. Prime Minister Shera discovered that his once-luxurious velvet quilt was now stained with mildew after being stored in the damp basement.
MANAS AND THE LOST KITTEN
After the half-yearly exams had ended, Manas began to feel bored at home. He insisted that he wanted a pet to keep him company.
The Ghost on the Hill
It had rained a lot in Champakvan that year. There were floods, and Cheeku rabbit and Jumpy monkey's homes had been washed away.
FINDERS, KEEPERS
Raji came out of her cool, thatched roof hut. The rough, sun-baked ground scorched her little feet. She looked up at the sun - it was still not very high in the sky. Judging by its position, Raji guessed it was around ten o'clock...
A Dog Named DOT
Dogs like Dot are found a dime a dozen on Chennai streets. Diya could never understand why that one particular dog who was just like any other brown and white dog, chose to pull at her heartstrings...
THE SCHOOL CONSTITUTION
10-year-old Mayank had just opened his tiffin box to eat when the aroma of his food spread through the class...
TARUN'S TALE
\"Stories should be like a breath of fresh air. They should give strength to our souls,\" Tarun's grandmother told him...
