Question 1: You recently visited the 24th Crafts Mela at Suraj Kund, Faridabad. It was Mini India assembled at one place. Using these hints, make a diary entry of what you saw and experienced there: more than 20 states represented; Rajasthan as the theme state; foreign participation; cultural programmes at Chaupal and Rangmanch; food courts; arts and handicrafts.
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15 July
Suraj Kund, Faridabad:
Dear Diary,
Today I visited the Crafts Mela at Suraj Kund. It truly felt like Mini India. More than twenty states had set up stalls, and Rajasthan was the theme state. I admired colourful textiles, pottery, woodwork and metal crafts made by talented artisans. Foreign countries also participated, which made the fair more interesting. Folk dances and music filled Chaupal and Rangmanch. The food courts offered delicious dishes from different regions. I bought a small handmade lamp as a memory. The visit taught me that India’s artistic traditions are rich and diverse. I returned tired but happy, carrying new respect for our craftspeople.
Aarav