The Story of Dashrath Manjhi – The Mountain Man
In a small village in India, a poor laborer named Dashrath Manjhi lived with his wife. His village was isolated from the nearest town by a massive mountain, making it extremely difficult for people to access healthcare, education, and other basic necessities.

One day, Manjhi’s wife fell seriously ill. With no quick way to reach a hospital, she passed away before he could get her medical help. Devastated and heartbroken, Manjhi made a vow—he would break the mountain that had taken his wife’s life.

Armed with just a hammer and chisel, he began to carve a path through the solid rock. People mocked him, calling him crazy. But for 22 years (from 1960 to 1982), he worked alone, day and night, breaking the mountain piece by piece.

Finally, after two decades of relentless effort, he carved a 110-meter-long (360 ft), 9-meter-wide (30 ft) path through the mountain, reducing the travel distance from 55 kilometers to just 15. Thanks to his determination, his village finally had easier access to hospitals, schools, and markets.

Today, Dashrath Manjhi is remembered as "The Mountain Man", a symbol of perseverance and unwavering dedication. His story teaches us that no obstacle is too big if we have the courage, patience, and determination to overcome it.

👉 Lesson for students:
Hard work, persistence, and belief in yourself can move mountains—literally! If one man with a hammer could break a mountain, imagine what you can achieve with the right mindset and effort. 💪

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True (“The Aztecs were known for their advanced agricultural techniques, including chinampas, or 'floating gardens,' which allowed them to grow crops on lake beds.” - This implies they farmed on land not suitable for traditional methods.)

Not Given (The text mentions the alliance but does not specify whether it was formed for trade purposes.)

True (The text states that Huitzilopochtli, the god of the sun and war, was central to their religious practices, implying a primary focus.)

True (The text mentions that sacrifices were believed to “nourish the gods and maintain cosmic order,” which aligns with the idea of maintaining cosmic balance.)

False (“In 1521, the Spanish, led by Hernán Cortés, defeated the Aztecs, leading to the collapse of their civilization.” - This directly contradicts the idea that Cortés collaborated with them.)