NCERT Class 2 Hindi Sarangi: Chapter 10 — तोसिया का सपना
This chapter from NCERT Class 2 Hindi Sarangi, titled 'Anandmayi Kavita' (Joyful Poem), explores a series of rhetorical questions about the importance of natural elements. The poem, written by Bal Swaroop Rahi, highlights the functions of the moon, sun, rivers, mountains, trees, flowers, and clouds. It poses questions like 'Who would show us the direction if there were no moon?' or 'Who would make the world's thirst disappear if there were no clean rivers?'. The poem concludes by questioning who would raise these very questions if humans did not exist. This chapter helps young learners appreciate nature and understand the interdependence of various elements in our world, fostering a sense of wonder and gratitude.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 2 |
| Subject | Hindi |
| Book | Sarangi |
| Chapter | Chapter 10 — तोसिया का सपना |
| Language | Hindi |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 95 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the importance of natural elements like the moon, sun, rivers, mountains, trees, flowers, and clouds.
- Appreciate the role of nature in sustaining life.
- Develop a sense of wonder and gratitude towards the environment.
- Engage with Hindi poetry and understand its meaning.
- Practice asking questions and thinking critically about the world.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| चाँद | Moon |
| सूरज | Sun |
| नदियाँ | Rivers |
| पर्वत | Mountains |
| झरने | Waterfalls |
| पेड़ | Trees |
| फूल | Flowers |
| बादल | Clouds |
| नभ | Sky |
| इंद्रधनुष | Rainbow |
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Practice questions
- अगर चाँद न होता तो रात में हमें दिशा कौन दिखाता? Answer: अगर चाँद न होता तो हमें दिशा दिखाने वाला कोई नहीं होता।
- सूरज दिन को सोने-सा क्यों चमकाता है? Answer: सूरज अपनी तेज रोशनी से दिन को सोने जैसा चमकीला बनाता है।
- जग की प्यास नदियाँ कैसे बुझाती हैं? Answer: नदियाँ अपने निर्मल जल से जग की प्यास बुझाती हैं।
- पेड़ों से हमें क्या मिलता है? Answer: पेड़ों से हमें हरियाली मिलती है।
- अगर हम न होते तो ये प्रश्न कौन उठाता? Answer: अगर हम न होते तो ये प्रश्न उठाने वाला कोई नहीं होता।
Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the poem in NCERT Class 2 Hindi Sarangi, Chapter 10?
The name of the poem is 'Anandmayi Kavita'.
Who is the poet of 'Anandmayi Kavita'?
The poet is Bal Swaroop Rahi.
What does the poem say about the sun?
The poem asks who would make the day shine like gold if there were no sun.
What is the role of rivers mentioned in the poem?
The poem states that rivers quench the thirst of the world.
What natural phenomenon is created by clouds, according to the poem?
According to the poem, clouds help create a rainbow in the sky.
What is the main message of the poem?
The poem highlights the importance of various natural elements for life and questions who would exist to ask these questions if humans were not present.
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NCERT Class 2 Hindi — Sarangi — Chapter 10 — तोसिया का सपना. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.