CBSE Class 12 Sanskrit NCERT Solutions: Chapter 2 - सूर्यः एव प्रकृतेः आधारः

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This resource provides detailed NCERT Solutions for Class 12 Sanskrit, focusing on Chapter 2, "सूर्यः एव प्रकृतेः आधारः" (The Sun is the Basis of Nature). The solutions cover exercises designed to enhance understanding of Sanskrit vocabulary, including matching words with their textual equivalents and identifying synonyms for key terms like 'night' and 'creator'. It also includes multiple-choice questions that test comprehension of the chapter's core concepts, such as the sun's role in creating day and night, its division of the year, and its significance as the soul of all living and non-living things, as mentioned in the Upanishads. These solutions are crafted to aid students in their exam preparation by offering clear explanations and accurate answers, reinforcing their learning of Sanskrit grammar and literature.

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BoardCBSE
ClassClass 12
Subjectसंस्कृत
Session2026
LanguageHindi
TypeNCERT Solutions
Chapter2. सूर्यः एव प्रकृतेः आधारः

Chapter summary

Chapter 2, "सूर्यः एव प्रकृतेः आधारः" (The Sun is the Basis of Nature), delves into the fundamental importance of the sun. The NCERT Solutions for this chapter focus on vocabulary building through word matching and synonym identification. Students will practice recognizing Sanskrit terms related to the sun, sky, and time, and learn synonyms for concepts like night and creator. The chapter also reinforces comprehension through multiple-choice questions, testing understanding of the sun's role in natural cycles and its philosophical significance as presented in ancient texts.

Learning outcomes

  • Understand the vocabulary related to the sun and nature in Sanskrit.
  • Match Sanskrit words with their corresponding terms used in the text.
  • Identify synonyms for words like 'night' and 'creator' in Sanskrit.
  • Answer multiple-choice questions based on the chapter's content about the sun's importance.
  • Comprehend the sun's role in creating day and night and dividing the year.
  • Recognize the philosophical significance of the sun as the soul of all existence.

Topics covered

Paper topics

  • Vocabulary Matching
  • Synonyms in Sanskrit
  • The Sun's Role in Nature
  • Day and Night Cycle
  • Division of the Year
  • Philosophical Significance of the Sun
  • Upanishadic References
  • Sanskrit Grammar
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Vocabulary Expansion

Important topics

  • Vocabulary Matching
  • Synonyms for 'Night' and 'Creator'
  • Sun as the Soul of Existence
  • Sun's Role in Annual Cycles
  • Upanishadic Quote Interpretation

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Questions and Solutions

प्रश्न 1

अधोलिखितशब्दानां स्थाने पाठे ये शब्दाः प्रयुक्ताः तेषां मेलनं कुरुत: 'अ' स्तम्भः 'ब' स्तम्भः शब्दाः पाठे प्रयुक्ताः शब्दाः

1. सूर्यस्य

2. आकाशे

3. इन्द्र:

4. कमलम्

5. चक्रवाकः

6. भ्रमरः

7. स्वामी

8. दिनम्

9. ब्रह्मणः

10. स्तुतिगायकाः

11. सर्वेषाम्

Solution:

इस प्रश्न में, हमें 'अ' स्तम्भ में दिए गए शब्दों का 'ब' स्तम्भ में दिए गए पाठ में प्रयुक्त समानार्थक शब्दों से मिलान करना है। यहाँ सही मिलान प्रस्तुत है:

  1. सूर्यस्य (ङ) मरीचिमालिनः
  2. आकाशे (क) खे
  3. इन्द्र: (छ) आखण्डलः
  4. कमलम् (ट) पुण्डरीकम्
  5. चक्रवाकः (घ) कोकः
  6. भ्रमरः (झ) रोलम्बः
  7. स्वामी (ज) इनः
  8. दिनम् (च) अहः
  9. ब्रह्मणः (ञ) परमेष्ठिनः
  10. स्तुतिगायकाः (ग) वन्दिनः
  11. सर्वेषाम् (ख) विश्वेषाम्

यह मिलान पाठ में प्रयुक्त विशिष्ट संस्कृत शब्दों को समझने में सहायता करता है।

प्रश्न 2

प्रस्तुतप्रश्नानाम् उत्तराणि कोष्ठकात् चित्वा लिखत:
  1. भगवतः मरीचिमालिनः उदयः कर्त्यां दिशायां भवति? (पूर्वस्याम्/उत्तरस्याम्/पश्चिमदिशायाम्)
  2. सूर्यः वर्ष कतिभागेषु विभजते? (चतुर्भागेषु/द्वा.दशभागेषु/द्वयोः भागयोः)
  3. अहोरात्रं कः जनयति? (ब्रह्मा/सूर्यः/चन्द्रमा)
  4. 'आदित्यो ह वै प्राणः' इति कस्मिन् उपनिषदि वर्णितम्? (तैत्तिरीये/छान्दोग्ये/प्रश्ने)
  5. सूर्यः केषाम् आत्मा? (जड़वस्तूनाम्/चेतनानाम्/जड़चेतनानाम्)
Solution:

यहाँ दिए गए बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्नों के उत्तर कोष्ठक से चुनकर लिखे गए हैं, जो पाठ पर आधारित हैं:

  1. भगवतः मरीचिमालिनः (सूर्य का) उदयः पूर्वस्याम् दिशायां भवति। (सूर्य पूर्व दिशा में उदय होता है।)
  2. सूर्यः वर्ष द्वा.दशभागेषु (बारह भागों में) विभजते। (सूर्य वर्ष को बारह भागों में विभाजित करता है।)
  3. सूर्यः अहोरात्रं (दिन और रात) जनयति। (सूर्य दिन और रात उत्पन्न करता है।)
  4. 'आदित्यो ह वै प्राणः' (सूर्य ही जीवन है) इति छान्दोग्ये उपनिषदि वर्णितम्। (यह छान्दोग्य उपनिषद् में वर्णित है।)
  5. सूर्यः जड़चेतनानाम् (जड़ और चेतन दोनों का) आत्मा है। (सूर्य जड़ और चेतन दोनों का आत्मा है।)

ये उत्तर सूर्य के महत्व और प्रकृति में उसकी भूमिका को स्पष्ट करते हैं।

प्रश्न 3

अत्र अनेकानि पदानि सन्ति। एतेषां पर्यायपदानां प्रयोगं कस्य शब्दस्य हेतु अभवत् इति पाठात् चित्वा लिखत: यथा- रवि, भानुः, दिवाकरः ( सूर्यस्य )
  1. निशा, शर्वरी, रजनी ( .....)
  2. प्रजापतिः विधाता, स्रष्टा ( .....)
Solution:

इस प्रश्न में, हमें दिए गए शब्दों के समूह के लिए पाठ से उपयुक्त पर्याय शब्द का चयन करना है, जैसा कि सूर्य के लिए 'रवि', 'भानुः', 'दिवाकरः' दिए गए हैं।

  1. निशा, शर्वरी, रजनी ( रात्रिः ) - ये तीनों शब्द 'रात्रि' के पर्यायवाची हैं।
  2. प्रजापतिः, विधाता, स्रष्टा ( ब्रह्मणः ) - ये तीनों शब्द 'ब्रह्मा' के पर्यायवाची हैं, जो सृष्टि के रचयिता हैं।

यह अभ्यास संस्कृत में पर्यायवाची शब्दों के ज्ञान को बढ़ाता है और पाठ की शब्दावली को सुदृढ़ करता है।

Common mistakes

  • Incorrectly matching Sanskrit words with their textual equivalents.
  • Confusing synonyms for 'night' or 'creator'.
  • Misinterpreting the sun's role in the annual cycle.
  • Selecting the wrong Upanishad reference for the 'Adityo ha vai pranaḥ' quote.

Revision tips

  • Practice the word-matching exercise multiple times to memorize vocabulary.
  • Create flashcards for synonyms of key terms like 'night' and 'creator'.
  • Review the answers to the multiple-choice questions, focusing on the reasoning behind each correct answer.
  • Read the chapter text again after completing the solutions to reinforce understanding of the sun's significance.

Practice MCQs

Q1. Which Upanishad mentions 'आदित्यो ह वै प्राणः' (The Sun is indeed life)?

Q2. How many parts does the sun divide the year into, according to the chapter?

Q3. Who is said to generate the day and night (अहोरात्रं)?

Q4. The chapter describes the sun as the soul of which entities?

Q5. In which direction does the sun rise?

Frequently asked questions

What is the main theme of Chapter 2, "सूर्यः एव प्रकृतेः आधारः"?

The main theme of Chapter 2 is the fundamental importance and foundational role of the Sun ('सूर्यः') in nature and existence, highlighting its life-giving and cyclical significance.

What types of exercises are included in these NCERT Solutions for Class 12 Sanskrit?

These solutions include exercises for vocabulary matching, identifying synonyms for key Sanskrit words, and answering multiple-choice questions to test comprehension of the chapter's concepts.

How do these solutions help in preparing for the Sanskrit exam?

The solutions provide clear, rewritten answers to all exercises, helping students understand vocabulary, grammar, and the chapter's core messages, which is crucial for exam revision and answering questions accurately.

Which Upanishad is referenced in relation to the sun being life?

The chapter references the Chāndogya Upanishad ('छान्दोग्ये') for the statement 'आदित्यो ह वै प्राणः', emphasizing the sun's vital role as life itself.

What does the chapter teach about the sun's connection to living and non-living things?

The chapter teaches that the sun is considered the soul ('आत्मा') for both inanimate objects and living beings ('जड़चेतनानाम्'), underscoring its universal and essential presence.

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