Class-9th [week 8]

Sub.-Moral science
Ch.3- living intelligently

You need only four things to survive:-

 A roof over your head, that is, a place to live.
 Nutritious food and potable water to remain healthy.
 Clothes.
 Basic healthcare and hygiene products.

Wants:-
 Everything that goes beyond this is a want or a desire.
 Wants are things that you like to have.
 Wants may include:-
 A posh bungalow
 Sumptuous food.
 Designer clothes.
 High end sunglasses, cap, watch or other accessories.
Need:-
 Need is a requirement, a necessity.

How to differentiate between needs and wants?

To differentiate between needs and wants, ask yourself the following
questions:-
1. What are the things that I need to get ready in the morning?
Maybe a toothbrush, toothpaste, tongue cleaner, shampoo,
soap and towel.
2. How about my clothes? I need shoes, socks, pants and a
sweater. Do I need branded clothes?
3. How do I get to school? I need a bus, a bike, a bicycle or I can
walk to school. Do I need a personal four wheeler?
 4. What are the things that I need at school? Books, backpack
stationary. Do I need branded backpack and stationary?
5. Do I need a simple bicycle to reach school or I need an
expensive branded bicycle which costs much more because it
has gears and high technology brakes?

 Take time to reflect on all the things that you have been
blessed with, then decide what is really important for you, and
go after it.
 If a need is not met, it may lead to onset of a disease, the
inability to function effectively and efficiently in the society, or
even death.

Needs are categorised into two groups:-

1. Objective/Physical needs:-These are those needs that are met
through tangible things or things that could be measured. For
example, food, water, shelter and even air.
2. Subjective needs:-These are those needs that are often
required to ensure our mental health. For example, self-
esteem, a sense of security and approval.

Answer the following questions:-

1. List the four things that you need to survive.
2. Define want.
3. What happens when needs are not met?
4. List the difference between needs and wants.