NCERT Class 1 Mathematics Joyful-Mathematics (Sanskrit): Chapter 8 — संख्याओं के साथ खेल
This chapter, "Joyful Mathematics with Numbers" (संख्याओं के साथ खेल), from NCERT Class 1 Mathematics (Sanskrit), introduces students to numbers beyond twenty. It begins with a scenario involving a girl named Simran packing oranges into boxes, with each box holding 10 oranges. This context helps visualize grouping and counting larger quantities. The chapter then systematically presents numbers from twenty-one (एकविंशतिः) up to twenty-seven (सप्तविंशतिः), illustrating each number with visual representations. The focus is on familiarizing young learners with the sequence and names of these numbers, reinforcing their understanding of numerical concepts in a playful manner, crucial for early CBSE mathematics education.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 1 |
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Book | Joyful-Mathematics (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 8 — संख्याओं के साथ खेल |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 66 |
Learning outcomes
- Identify and read numbers from 21 to 27.
- Understand the concept of grouping numbers.
- Associate numerical symbols with their Sanskrit names.
- Develop early counting skills beyond 20.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| एकविंशतिः | Twenty-one |
| द्वाविंशतिः | Twenty-two |
| त्रयोविंशतिः | Twenty-three |
| चतुर्विंशतिः | Twenty-four |
| पञ्चविंशतिः | Twenty-five |
| षड्विंशतिः | Twenty-six |
| सप्तविंशतिः | Twenty-seven |
| नारङ्गफलानि | Oranges |
| मञ्जूषा | Box |
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Practice questions
- What is the Sanskrit name for the number 25? Answer: पञ्चविंशतिः
- How many oranges are in each box if Simran packs them? Answer: 10 oranges
- Write the Sanskrit name for the number 22. Answer: द्वाविंशतिः
- Which number comes after 26? Answer: 27 (सप्तविंशतिः)
Frequently asked questions
What is the chapter "संख्याओं के साथ खेल" about?
This chapter is about numbers, specifically introducing and illustrating numbers from 21 to 27 in Sanskrit.
What is the Sanskrit word for 21?
The Sanskrit word for 21 is एकविंशतिः.
What is the Sanskrit word for 27?
The Sanskrit word for 27 is सप्तविंशतिः.
What is the context used to introduce numbers in this chapter?
The chapter uses the context of a girl named Simran packing oranges into boxes, with each box holding 10 oranges.
Which numbers are covered in NCERT Class 1 Mathematics Chapter 8 (Sanskrit)?
The chapter covers numbers from 21 (एकविंशतिः) to 27 (सप्तविंशतिः).
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NCERT Class 1 Mathematics — Joyful-Mathematics (Sanskrit) — Chapter 8 — संख्याओं के साथ खेल. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.