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Khap

Okay kiddo, so "khap" is actually a Hindi word that is used to describe a group of people who live in rural areas of northern India. These people are usually from the same caste or social group and they work together to solve problems or make decisions about their community.

Think of it like your school's student council - they are a group of students who work together to make decisions about things that affect everyone in the school. Similarly, a khap is a group of people who work together to make decisions about things that affect everyone in their village or community.

Sometimes, people outside of the khap might not agree with their decisions, but it's important to remember that everyone has different opinions and ways of doing things. It's okay to respectfully disagree, but ultimately, the khap is there to try and make things better for everyone in their community.
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