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A Group Reflection on Rachna Joshi’s Leaving India This blog has been written as part of our classroom activity on group discussions of assigned poems , conducted under the guidance of Prakruti Bhatt ma'am. The objective of this task was to enhance our critical understanding and analytical skills by exploring the thematic and critical aspects of selected poems. Our group (Group Members: Khushi Goswami , Sanket Vavadiya , Manasi Joshi, Dhruvika Gohel, Mita Jambucha) specifically focused on Rachna Joshi’s poem Leaving India and prepared detailed answers through collaborative discussion. This activity helped us develop clarity, teamwork, and deeper literary insight . Step 1: Based on the poem assigned to your group, discuss the thematic and critical aspects, and prepare one long and one short answer from the question bank. "Leaving India" by Rachna Joshi: Main Idea: The poem reflects the conflict between modern life abroad and deep cultural roots at home , exploring them...

"Breaking the Cycle of Punishment: A Reflection on  Learning and Humanity through Two Stories" As part of our academic exploration of education, parenting, and teaching through literature and cinema, Megha Trivedi Ma’am assigned us this reflective writing task. After studying R. K. Narayan’s short story “Crime and Punishment,” which examines key issues within the education system and the roles of teachers and parents, we were encouraged to watch the film Sitaare Zameen Par in theaters. This reflection aims to connect the insights from both works, deepening our understanding of education’s human side. Introduction Education, authority, and compassion are recurring themes in literature and cinema, often explored to critique societal norms and provoke introspection about the purpose and methods of teaching. Aamir Khan’s 2025 film "Sitaare Zameen Par” and R. K. Narayan’s mid-20th century short story “Crime and Punishment” both serve as compelling narratives that challenge ...