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English · 2026 · 3 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 2 · Set 1 · Q9
Why does Hari Singh find it pleasant to work for Anil, though he was a thief ? (The Thief's Story)
Official answer
From CBSE’s own marking scheme for this paper.
Because Anil was a kind, gentle and trusting person
Showed affection, made him comfortable (even though Hari Singh didn’t know how to
cook)
Never suspected, never rebuked (even when he stole/pilfered from him daily)
Did not burden him with too much work
Taught him how to read and write
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CBSE Class 10 English past-paper question from the 2026board exam, with the answer as CBSE’s own marking scheme gives it. Where our answers come from.