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English Core · 2026 · 5 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 3 · Set 1 · Q13
People with physical impairments deserve acceptance, not sympathy. How does the play 'On The Face Of It' advocate the above philosophy through the…
People with physical impairments deserve acceptance, not sympathy. How does the play 'On The Face Of It' advocate the above philosophy through the characters of Mr. Lamb and Derry.
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Derry/Lamb both discriminated/labelled because of their handicap
Derry indulges in self-pity /Lamb finds ways to overcome his handicap and makes the most of his life
Mr Lamb is welcoming - garden open for all, not defined by handicap
Mr. Lamb refuses to show pity/refuses to treat Derry as a victim
Mr Lamb manages to shift focus from disability to capability asks him to help in picking apples
people with physical impairment need to be accepted as they too can contribute meaningfully to the society
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CBSE Class 12 English Core past-paper question from the 2026board exam, with the answer as CBSE’s own marking scheme gives it. Where our answers come from.