NAME : KAUSTUBH CHAMARIA
CLASS:9B
G.P-holiday homework
TASK-1: Describe the Issue
What is the global problem you're addressing?
The global issue I chose is digital dependency. This means people are
spending too much time on screens—phones, tablets, computers, or
TVs. It has become a big problem around the world. Many people,
especially children and teenagers, are on screens for more than 6–7
hours every day. We use screens for school, games, chatting, social
media, and watching shows. But using them too much can be harmful.
Why is it important in your community/country?
In my community, almost every child has a smartphone. Even in families,
people are busy on their phones and don’t talk to each other. It is
becoming hard to focus on studies, get proper sleep, or enjoy outdoor
games. Too much screen time can cause headaches, eye pain, stress,
and even depression. I also noticed that people don’t have time for
hobbies like drawing, reading, or playing outside. We are forgetting
how to spend time without a screen. If we don’t fix this, it can affect
our health, learning, and relationships. That’s why digital dependency
is an important issue and we must take small steps to fix it.
TASK-2: Document a Local Experience
Day 1 – Screen-Free Day (Me)
Today, I decided to go screen-free for the whole day. I turned off my
phone, computer, and TV. It felt strange in the morning because I
always check my phone after waking up. I felt bored for the first few
hours. But then I started reading a book and helped my mom cook
lunch. Later, I went outside and played cricket with some friends. It was
fun, and I felt happy and relaxed by evening. I also slept earlier than
usual.
Day 2 – Family Observation (My Brother)
Today, I quietly observed my younger brother’s screen usage. He used
the phone for 2 hours in the morning to watch cartoons, then again
played games for another 2 hours in the evening. When I asked him to
go play outside, he said he was “too lazy.” I talked to him and told
him about my no-screen day. At dinner, we talked as a family about
how we can reduce screen time. Everyone liked the idea of having
screen-free time every evening.
Day 3 – Family Screen-Free Time
Today, from 8 to 9 PM, my whole family decided to keep our devices
away. We played a board game called Ludo and then talked about our
day. My father shared stories from his childhood when there were no
smartphones. It felt really nice to connect without screens. We laughed
a lot and felt more close as a family. I hope we can do this every day.
TASK-3: Reflect Personally
This experience was very special and eye-opening for me. I didnt know
that I was so used to my phone until I gave it up for a day. At first, I
kept reaching for my phone out of habit. I felt like something was
missing. But after some time, I started enjoying the day. I had time to
read, play, and talk more. I felt more relaxed, and I didn't have any
headache like I sometimes do after long screen hours.
I also learned that my younger brother is very dependent on the phone,
just like me. When I saw him watching screens for hours, I understood
how serious the problem is in many homes. It’s not just about wasting
time, but also about forgetting how to enjoy real life.
Yes, my views really changed. Before, I thought screen time was just
normal life. Now I think it’s important to limit it. I believe screens are
good when used in the right way—but not all the time.
What surprised me the most was how much fun we had as a family
without any gadgets. I didn’t think my parents would enjoy it too, but
they did. It made me realize that spending time together is more fun
than scrolling through a phone.
TASK-4: Suggest a Small Action or Solution
One simple but helpful action that my family and I can take is to create
a “screen-free hour” every night from 8 PM to 9 PM. During this
time, we will all put our phones, laptops, and TVs away. We can use this
hour to play games, talk, tell stories, or just sit together. This helps us
relax and also makes our bond stronger as a family.
We also decided to avoid using phones during meals. This way, we
can enjoy our food and talk about our day. Another small step we can
try is to keep track of how many hours we spend on screens each week.
If we go over a limit (like 4 hours a day), we can do fun no-screen
activities instead, like art, gardening, or sports.
If more families try this, it can reduce digital dependency in our
community and make people healthier and happier.
!THANK YOU!
