NCERT Solutions Poorvi Chapter 5 A Homage to Our Brave Soldiers — In-text Questions
Book page 180 Updated on2026-09-05
Q1.
The memorial symbolises the patriotism of Indian soldiers. Which is this memorial?
Answer
It is the National War Memorial, New Delhi.
Soumya's letter gives every clue needed to name it — its construction began in April 2018 and finished in February 2019, it is spread over 40 acres near the iconic India Gate, and it was inaugurated by the Prime Minister in February 2019. It honours the soldiers who have fallen in service of India since 1947.
Q2.
Let me begin by asking you to guess the name of the monument that I found most inspiring. Let’s see if you can guess.
Answer
The monument is the National War Memorial, and Soumya herself confirms the guess two paragraphs later: “I'm sure you've guessed! It's the ‘National War Memorial’.”
Clue in the letter
What it tells you
Construction started April 2018, completed February 2019