Lost Spring - Stories of Stolen Childhood

A set of vocabulary flashcards based on the literary work 'Lost Spring' that highlight key terms and concepts related to the themes of poverty, child labor, and social issues.

Anees Jung

Author born in 1964, known for writing about social issues in India.

Perpetual state of poverty

A continuous and unending cycle of lack of financial resources.

Garbage dumps

Areas where waste is collected and disposed, often searched by individuals for salvageable items.

Saheb-e-Alam

The name of a young boy in the story, meaning 'lord of the universe'.

Ragpickers

Individuals, often children, who collect recyclable materials from waste.

Seemapuri

A squatter settlement in Delhi where many ragpickers live.

Bangle industry

A traditional craft industry in Firozabad involving the production of glass bangles.

Child labour

The practice of employing children in work that deprives them of their childhood and education.

Middlemen

Intermediaries in trade or commerce who often profit at the expense of the producers.

Tradition of being barefoot

A cultural practice observed by some communities where children do not wear shoes.