SYANI Class 8 English Lesson 13

Sayani Class 8 English

In this lesson, students are introduced to important consumer rights and safety marks that protect them when making purchases. The lesson covers the significance of various safety and quality marks, such as the ISI mark, PFA rules, and the BIS hallmark. These marks are designed to ensure that the products we buy are safe, pure, and comply with standards. It also highlights the importance of consumer awareness and rights, with a focus on the slogan “Jago Grahak Jago,” urging consumers to stay informed. The lesson emphasizes the importance of using packaged spices to avoid harmful additives and synthetic colours, as well as the correct way to determine the purity of gold.

Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) with Answers:

1. What prize was given in the first advertisement?
   • a) A cash prize for the best product
   • b) A cash prize for the Jago Grahak Jago TV quiz
   • c) A discount voucher
   • Answer: b) A cash prize for the Jago Grahak Jago TV quiz
2. What does the ISI mark represent?
   • a) A product’s brand
   • b) A safety mark for Indian products
   • c) A type of warranty
   • Answer: b) A safety mark for Indian products
3. Why is the ISI mark important for consumers?
   • a) It guarantees a low price
   • b) It ensures the safety and quality of the product
   • c) It indicates the expiry date of the product
   • Answer: b) It ensures the safety and quality of the product
4. What does the PFA rule require for spices?
   • a) They should be sold in loose form
   • b) They should be sold in packaged and labeled form
   • c) They should be free from artificial color
   • Answer: b) They should be sold in packaged and labeled form
5. What can be harmful about loose spices?
   • a) They may lack flavor
   • b) They may contain synthetic colors and additives
   • c) They may be overpriced
   • Answer: b) They may contain synthetic colors and additives
6. How can you identify pure gold?
   • a) By the color of the gold
   • b) By looking for the BIS hallmark symbol
   • c) By testing it with a magnet
   • Answer: b) By looking for the BIS hallmark symbol
7. What is the punishment for using a fake ISI mark?
   • a) A fine only
   • b) Imprisonment, fine, and forfeiture of property
   • c) No punishment
   • Answer: b) Imprisonment, fine, and forfeiture of property
8. What does the slogan ‘Jago Grahak Jago’ mean?
   • a) Be alert for discounts
   • b) Be aware of your rights as a consumer
   • c) Buy more products
   • Answer: b) Be aware of your rights as a consumer

• What does purchasing an ISI-marked product ensure?
  • a) It guarantees a low price
  • b) It ensures the product is authorized and safe
  • c) It offers a longer warranty
  • Answer: b) It ensures the product is authorized and safe
• What is the purpose of the Jago Grahak Jago TV quiz?

• a) To test general knowledge
• b) To promote consumer awareness
• c) To sell products
• Answer: b) To promote consumer awareness

11. What is the new helpline number for consumer complaints?

• a) 1800-11-1000
• b) 1800-11-4000
• c) 1800-10-5000
• Answer: b) 1800-11-4000

12. Which of the following is used to measure the purity of gold?

• a) Caratmeter
• b) Magnet
• c) Thermometer
• Answer: a) Caratmeter

13. What does the BIS Hallmark symbol on gold indicate?

• a) It is a test for weight
• b) It certifies the gold’s purity
• c) It is a price tag
• Answer: b) It certifies the gold’s purity

14. What is the penalty for selling fake ISI-marked products?

• a) Only a warning
• b) A fine and possible imprisonment
• c) A reduction in product price
• Answer: b) A fine and possible imprisonment

15. Which of the following is true about packaged spices?

• a) They are more expensive than loose spices
• b) They are required by law to be labelled and packaged
• c) They do not need to be labelled
• Answer: b) They are required by law to be labelled and packaged

16. Why should consumers check the ISI mark on products?

• a) To verify its brand
• b) To ensure the product is safe and meets standards
• c) To get a discount
• Answer: b) To ensure the product is safe and meets standards

17. What does the PFA rule protect consumers from?

• a) Expired products
• b) Harmful additives in food
• c) Low-quality products
• Answer: b) Harmful additives in food

18. How is gold purity usually tested?

• a) By weight
• b) By using a fire assay test
• c) By checking the color
• Answer: b) By using a fire assay test

19. What is the purpose of consumer awareness initiatives like “Jago Grahak Jago”?

• a) To inform customers about discounts
• b) To encourage customers to buy more products
• c) To educate consumers about their rights and safety
• Answer: c) To educate consumers about their rights and safety

20. What does the PFA rule ensure about packaged spices?

• a) They are cost-effective
• b) They contain no artificial colors or harmful substances
• c) They have an extended shelf life
• Answer: b) They contain no artificial colors or harmful substances

Reading Comprehension

A. Answer the following questions :

1. Look at the first advertisement. What has the prize been given for?

Ans. The prize is given to the winners of the ‘Jago Grahak Jago quiz.

2. What is the ISI mark used for?

Ans.ISI mark is given to confirm the standard quality of the product.

3. Why should we buy packaged spice?

Ans. We should always purchase packaged spice because loose spice may contain synthetic colours and additives that could be harmful to our health.

4. How can you know that the gold you buy- ing is pure ?

Ans. We can know that the gold we are buying is pure by making sure that we buy BIS hallmark jewellery only. s.

5. What punishment is given to the manufacturer, who uses a fake ISI mark?

Ans. If a manufacturer uses a fake ISI mark he can be given the following punishments.

6. Why is the slogan ‘Jago Grahak Jago’ used ?

Ans. Jago Grahak Jago’s slogan is used to make consumers aware.

7. What are the benefits of purchasing ISI marks (items) ?

Ans. ISI mark is awarded by a government agency. It is given only to quality products. The advantage of purchasing ISI mark (items) is that we get original and good quality things only.

B. Complete the paragraph:

The winners of the Jago Grahak Jago TV Quiz. A cash prize of Rs.1000 was given to the winner.

Sayani Rani asks consumers to recognise the right ISI mark from fake for safety’s sake.

As per PFA rules, spices can be sold in packaged out and labelled form loose
spices may contain synthetic colours and additives which may be harmful to health.

A Caratmeter is used to measure the purity of gold gauges. It is not the right test for the
purity of gold. Always look for BIS Hallmark symbols on gold.
5. For consumer complaints, the new helpline number is 1800-11-4000