NCERT Class 2 Mathematics Joyful-Mathematics (Sanskrit): Chapter 10 — मेलायाम् आनन्दः (धनम्)
This chapter, 'मेलायाम् आनन्दः (धनम्)' (Joy at the Fair) from NCERT's Joyful Mathematics for Class 2, introduces children to basic concepts of money and expenditure in the context of a fair. It follows a character named Roopa who goes to a local fair with her friends. Her mother gives her ₹50. The chapter focuses on how Roopa spends her money on various activities like rides and snacks. It illustrates simple addition to calculate total expenditure and subtraction to find the remaining amount. The text encourages students to discuss spending habits, items bought at fairs, and the amounts spent. It also includes a practice problem for students to calculate their own expenditure based on given amounts. This chapter helps young learners understand the practical application of arithmetic in everyday situations, fostering financial literacy.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 2 |
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Book | Joyful-Mathematics (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 10 — मेलायाम् आनन्दः (धनम्) |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 201 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the concept of money and its use in daily life.
- Calculate total expenditure by adding individual costs.
- Determine the remaining amount after spending.
- Relate mathematical concepts to real-life situations like visiting a fair.
- Practice simple addition and subtraction problems.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| मेला | Fair/Carnival |
| रूप्यकाणि | Rupees (currency) |
| व्ययीकृतवती | Spent (feminine past tense) |
| इष्टतम | Favorite/Most desired |
| दोलासु | On swings (plural locative) |
| दोलनाय | For swinging |
| धनं | Money/Wealth |
| अवशिष्टं | Remaining |
| आहत्य | In total/Altogether |
| खाद्यवस्तुषु | On food items |
| चाकलेहस्य | Of chocolate |
| सम्पूर्णयोगः | Total sum |
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Practice questions
- रूपायाः समीपे कति रूप्यकाणि आसन्? Answer: रूपायाः समीपे 50 रूप्यकाणि आसन्।
- रूपायाः मित्रस्य समीपे कति रूप्यकाणि अवशिष्टानि सन्ति? Answer: रूपायाः मित्रस्य समीपे 8 रूप्यकाणि अवशिष्टानि सन्ति।
- रूपायाः मित्रस्य दोलाभ्रमणे कति धनं व्ययीकृतम्? Answer: रूपायाः मित्रस्य दोलाभ्रमणे 20 रूप्यकाणि व्ययीकृतानि।
- रूपायाः मित्रस्य खाद्यवस्तुषु कति धनं व्ययीकृतम्? Answer: रूपायाः मित्रस्य खाद्यवस्तुषु 20 रूप्यकाणि व्ययीकृतानि।
- यदि भवते पिता 40 रूप्यकाणि दत्तवान्, सम्प्रति 3 रूप्यकाणि अवशिष्टानि, तर्हि कति रूप्यकाणि व्ययी-कृतवान्? Answer: 37 रूप्यकाणि व्ययी-कृतानि (40 - 3 = 37)।
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of NCERT Class 2 Mathematics Chapter 10, 'मेलायाम् आनन्दः (धनम्)'?
The chapter focuses on understanding money, calculating expenditure, and practicing simple addition and subtraction in the context of a fair.
Who is the main character in this chapter?
The main character is Roopa, who goes to a local fair with her friends.
What mathematical operations are taught in this chapter?
The chapter teaches simple addition to find the total amount spent and subtraction to find the remaining money.
How much money did Roopa's mother give her?
Roopa's mother gave her ₹50.
What did Roopa spend her money on?
Roopa spent her money on rides (like swings) and food items, including chocolate.
What is the purpose of the discussion prompt at the end of page 1?
The prompt encourages students to discuss what children do at fairs, who they go with, what they buy, and how much they spend.
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NCERT Class 2 Mathematics — Joyful-Mathematics (Sanskrit) — Chapter 10 — मेलायाम् आनन्दः (धनम्). Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.