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English · 2026 · 3 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 3 · Set 2 · Q8
Although Mandela cherished the illusion of freedom during his boyhood, when he realized the harsh reality, it ignited the spark for a broader and more meaningful freedom for his people. Justify. (Nelson Mandela : Long Walk to Freedom)
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From CBSE’s own marking scheme for this paper.
Mandela believed freedom meant liberty, carefree childhood.
later realised true freedom includes dignity, equality and justice( transitory or basic
honourable freedom).
harsh reality of racial discrimination opened his eyes.
concept of freedom widened from individual freedom to collective freedom.
oppressor is also imprisoned by hatred and prejudice.
freedom became a broader, moral and humanitarian ideal.
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