NCERT Class 10 Health and Physical Education Health and Physical Education: Chapter 4 — Individual Games
This chapter, "Individual Games," from NCERT Class 10 Health and Physical Education, introduces students to the two main categories of sports: individual and team games. It provides examples of each, such as Football and Cricket for team games, and Badminton, Table Tennis, and Tennis for individual games. The chapter then focuses extensively on "Track and Field" as a prominent individual sport. It details the classification of track and field events into running events (short, middle, long distance, race walk, hurdles, steeplechase) and field events (throwing and jumping). Combined events like Decathlon for men and Heptathlon for women are also explained. The historical evolution of track and field, from ancient origins to the modern Olympics and the inclusion of women and disabled athletes, is discussed. The chapter aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of individual sports, particularly track and field, enhancing students' knowledge of sports and physical education.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 10 |
| Subject | Health and Physical Education |
| Book | Health and Physical Education |
| Chapter | Chapter 4 — Individual Games |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 247 |
Learning outcomes
- Differentiate between individual and team games.
- Identify and classify various track and field events.
- Understand the historical development of track and field competitions.
- Recognize the components of Decathlon and Heptathlon.
- Appreciate the evolution of inclusivity in track and field.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Decathlon | A combined event in athletics consisting of ten track and field events for men. |
| Heptathlon | A combined event in athletics consisting of seven track and field events for women. |
| Steeplechase | A long-distance running race with obstacles such as hurdles and water jumps. |
| Marathon | A long-distance running race, typically 42.195 kilometers (26 miles 385 yards). |
| Javelin Throw | An athletic event where a spear-like object is thrown for distance. |
| Pole Vault | An athletic event in which a competitor vaults over a high bar using a long pole. |
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Practice questions
- What are the two main categories of sports competitions? Answer: The two main categories are individual games and team games.
- Name three examples of team games. Answer: Football, Cricket, and Hockey are examples of team games.
- What are the two main categories of field events? Answer: Field events are categorized as throwing and jumping events.
- How many events are included in Decathlon for men? Answer: Decathlon for men includes 10 events.
- When were the first modern Olympic Games held? Answer: The first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between individual games and team games?
Individual games are played by one person against another or against a standard, while team games involve multiple players on each side competing together.
What are the main categories of running events in track and field?
Running events are categorized as short distance, middle distance, and long distance running, along with race walk, hurdles, and steeplechase.
What are the two types of field events?
Field events are divided into throwing events and jumping events.
What is Decathlon and who is it for?
Decathlon is a combined event consisting of 10 track and field events, organized for men.
What is Heptathlon and who is it for?
Heptathlon is a combined event consisting of 7 track and field events, organized for women.
When did women start participating in track and field events in the Olympics?
Women's participation in track and field events began during the 1928 Summer Olympics with the introduction of five events.
What is the distance of a Marathon race?
A Marathon race is 42.195 kilometers.
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NCERT Class 10 Health and Physical Education — Health and Physical Education — Chapter 4 — Individual Games. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.