NCERT Class 1 Mathematics Joyful-Mathematics (Sanskrit): Chapter 5 — कितने?
This chapter, 'कति?' (How Many?) from NCERT's Joyful Mathematics for Class 1 in Sanskrit, focuses on introducing the concept of addition. It uses visual aids like children playing in a park to encourage counting and discussion about quantities. The chapter presents simple addition problems using numerical figures and word problems involving objects like 'bhramaraka' (bees) and 'pipilika' (ants). It emphasizes the importance of providing ample opportunities for children to practice addition with concrete objects, promoting both aggregation (combining groups) and augmentation (adding more to a group). The goal is to build a strong foundation in basic arithmetic for young learners through interactive exercises and relatable scenarios.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 1 |
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Book | Joyful-Mathematics (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 5 — कितने? |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 155 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the concept of counting and quantity.
- Learn to perform simple addition of numbers.
- Solve basic addition word problems.
- Develop an understanding of aggregation and augmentation in addition.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| पितामहः | Grandfather |
| उद्यानम् | Garden/Park |
| गतिविधिः | Activity |
| क्रीडन्ति | Playing |
| संख्या | Number/Quantity |
| चर्चा | Discussion |
| बालकः | Boy |
| बालिका | Girl |
| भ्रमरकं | Bee |
| पिपीलिका | Ant |
| अङ्कन्यः | Numbers (likely referring to digits or numerical representations) |
| सङ्कलनम् | Addition |
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Practice questions
- 4 बालकाः तथा 2 बालकाः मिलित्वा कति बालकाः भवन्ति? Answer: 6 बालकाः
- 3 भ्रमरकानि तथा 1 भ्रमरकं मिलित्वा कति भ्रमरकानि भवन्ति? Answer: 4 भ्रमरकानि
- 3 पिपीलिकाः तथा 2 पिपीलिके मिलित्वा कति पिपीलिकाः भवन्ति? Answer: 5 पिपीलिकाः
- 4 अंकन्यः तथा 3 अंकन्यः मिलित्वा कति अंकन्यः भवन्ति? Answer: 7 अंकन्यः
Frequently asked questions
What is the main topic of NCERT Class 1 Mathematics Chapter 5?
The main topic of Chapter 5, 'कति?', is the introduction to the concept of addition and counting.
What kind of examples are used in this chapter?
The chapter uses examples of children playing in a park, bees, and ants to illustrate counting and addition.
What mathematical operations are introduced in this chapter?
This chapter introduces the basic operation of addition (सङ्कलनम्).
What is the purpose of using concrete objects in the chapter?
Concrete objects are used to help children understand the concept of aggregation and augmentation in addition through practical examples.
What is the language of the NCERT Class 1 Mathematics book for this chapter?
The language of the book for this chapter is Sanskrit.
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NCERT Class 1 Mathematics — Joyful-Mathematics (Sanskrit) — Chapter 5 — कितने?. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.