NCERT Class 11 Health and Physical Education Health and Physical Education: Chapter 5 — Team Games
This chapter introduces the concept of team games, defining them as activities where two or more players collaborate towards a shared objective, competing against an opposing team under a set of rules. It highlights the positive influence of team games like Basketball, Cricket, Football, Handball, Hockey, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, and Volleyball on players, fans, and economies, noting how star players become role models. The chapter details the origins and history of Basketball, invented by Dr. James Naismith in 1891 in the USA, and its introduction and development in India by American missionaries and the YMCA. It also touches upon the establishment of FIBA and Basketball's inclusion in the Olympics and Asian Games, emphasizing the life skills and physical benefits derived from participating in these games.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 11 |
| Subject | Health and Physical Education |
| Book | Health and Physical Education |
| Chapter | Chapter 5 — Team Games |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 3 minutes |
| Word count | 562 |
Learning outcomes
- Define team games and identify examples.
- Understand the historical development of team games, particularly Basketball.
- Recognize the physical and life skills benefits of participating in team sports.
- Learn about the introduction and growth of Basketball in India.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Objective | A goal or purpose. |
| Collaborate | To work together towards a common goal. |
| Organised | Arranged or structured systematically. |
| Compete | To strive to win or to gain something by defeating or establishing superiority over others. |
| Expenditure | The action of spending funds or energy. |
| Concentration | The action or power of focusing all one's attention. |
| Invented | Create or design (something that has not existed before). |
| Published | Prepare and issue (a book, journal, piece of music, etc.) for public sale or distribution. |
| Objective | A thing aimed at or sought; a goal. |
| Association | An organization formed for a particular purpose. |
| Missionaries | People sent on a religious mission. |
| Popularising | Making something widely known and liked. |
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Practice questions
- What is a team game? Answer: A team game is an activity where two or more players work together towards a shared objective and compete against an opposing team according to a set of rules.
- Name any three classic examples of major team games. Answer: Basketball, Cricket, and Football are three classic examples of major team games.
- Who invented Basketball and when? Answer: Dr. James Naismith invented Basketball in December, 1891.
- Where was Basketball invented? Answer: Basketball was invented in the United States of America.
- When was Basketball officially recognised as an Olympic game? Answer: Basketball was officially recognised as an Olympic game in 1936 in Berlin.
Practice MCQs
Q1. Which of the following is NOT a classic example of a team game mentioned in the text?
Explanation: The text lists Basketball, Cricket, Football, Handball, Hockey, Volleyball, Kabaddi, and Kho-Kho as team games. Tennis is not mentioned.
Q2. How many players are on each team in a standard Basketball game?
Explanation: The chapter states that Basketball is played between two teams of five players each.
Q3. Who is credited with inventing the game of Basketball?
Explanation: Dr. James Naismith is identified as the inventor of Basketball in the text.
Q4. In which year were the first set of rules for Basketball published?
Explanation: The first set of rules for Basketball were published by Dr. James Naismith in January 1892.
Q5. The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) was founded in which city?
Explanation: The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) association was founded in Geneva in 1932.
Q6. Basketball was officially recognised as an Olympic game in:
Explanation: Basketball was officially recognised as an Olympic game in 1936 in Berlin.
Frequently asked questions
What defines a team game?
A team game is defined as an activity where two or more players work together towards a shared objective and compete against an opposing team, following a set of rules.
What are some major team games mentioned in the chapter?
The chapter mentions Basketball, Cricket, Football, Handball, Hockey, Volleyball, Kabaddi, and Kho-Kho as major team games.
Who invented Basketball and what was his profession?
Dr. James Naismith invented Basketball. He was a Physical Educator.
What was the original objective of the game invented by Dr. Naismith?
The original objective was to toss a soccer ball into wooden peach baskets hung on the balcony railing.
When and where was the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) founded?
FIBA was founded in Geneva in 1932.
How was Basketball introduced in India?
Basketball was introduced in India by American missionaries towards the end of the first decade of the 20th century.
Which institution is credited with starting and popularising Basketball in India?
The YMCA College of Physical Education, Madras, is credited with starting and popularising Basketball in India in 1920.
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NCERT Class 11 Health and Physical Education — Health and Physical Education — Chapter 5 — Team Games. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.