NCERT Class 2 Mathematics Joyful-Mathematics (Sanskrit): Chapter 3 — संख्याभिः आनन्दः ! (१ तः १०० पर्यन्तं संख्याः)
This chapter, 'संख्याभिः आनन्दः ! (१ तः १०० पर्यन्तं संख्याः)' (Fun with Numbers) from NCERT's Class 2 Mathematics Joyful-Mathematics textbook in Sanskrit, focuses on engaging young learners with numerical concepts through playful activities. It introduces exercises involving a game board (गणनसूत्रं) where students count beads, determine distances for movement, and fill in missing numbers. The chapter also includes activities like guessing a number within a limited number of 'yes/no' questions, reinforcing logical thinking and number sense. Furthermore, it utilizes a number line to locate and represent different numbers, with ants (पिपीलिकाः) placed at specific positions, and tasks students with drawing a sugar cube at a given number. This chapter aims to make learning mathematics enjoyable and intuitive for Class 2 students, building a strong foundation for future mathematical understanding within the CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 2 |
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Book | Joyful-Mathematics (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 3 — संख्याभिः आनन्दः ! (१ तः १०० पर्यन्तं संख्याः) |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 239 |
Learning outcomes
- Students will be able to count and identify numbers on a game board.
- Students will practice moving forward and backward on a number line.
- Students will develop number sense through guessing games.
- Students will learn to locate numbers on a number line.
- Students will enhance their problem-solving skills with numerical puzzles.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| गणनसूत्रं | Game board / Counting formula |
| मणयः | Beads |
| चित्रपतङ्गः | Butterfly |
| पदानि | Steps |
| मधुमक्षिका | Bee |
| रक्तपुष्पं | Red flower |
| पीतपुष्पं | Yellow flower |
| संख्यापट्टिकां | Number chart / Number line |
| चिक्रोडः | Squirrel |
| पृष्ठतः | Backward |
| मण्डूकः | Frog |
| पिपीलिकाः | Ants |
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Practice questions
- गणनसूत्रे कति मणयः सन्ति ? Answer: 59
- चित्रपतङ्गः रक्तपुष्पं प्राप्तुं कति पदानि अग्रे सरति ? Answer: 50
- मधुमक्षिका पीतपुष्पं प्राप्तुं कति पदानि अग्रे सरति ? Answer: 10
- चिक्रोडः 2 पदानि पृष्ठतः, 5 पदानि अग्रे, पुनः 3 पदानि पृष्ठतः कूर्दति। सः अधुना का सङ्ख्यां प्राप्नोति ? Answer: 66
- कृष्ण-पिपीलिका संख्यारेखायां कुत्र उपविष्टा अस्ति ? Answer: 20
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of the NCERT Class 2 Mathematics Chapter 3?
The chapter 'संख्याभिः आनन्दः ! (१ तः १०० पर्यन्तं संख्याः)' focuses on making mathematics fun and engaging for Class 2 students through various number-based games and activities.
What kind of activities are included in the 'संख्याभिः आनन्दः ! (१ तः १०० पर्यन्तं संख्याः)' chapter?
Activities include playing on a game board, moving on a number line, guessing numbers, and identifying positions on a number line.
What is the purpose of the 'मम संख्याम् ऊहन्ताम्' activity?
This activity helps students develop logical thinking and number sense by guessing a secret number using 'yes/no' questions.
How does the chapter use the number line?
The number line is used to visualize numbers, practice moving forward and backward, and locate specific numbers with illustrations like ants.
What skills are developed through this chapter?
Students develop counting skills, number recognition, problem-solving abilities, and an understanding of number line concepts.
What is the meaning of 'गणनसूत्रं' in the chapter?
'गणनसूत्रं' refers to the game board used in the chapter for counting beads and playing number games.
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NCERT Class 2 Mathematics — Joyful-Mathematics (Sanskrit) — Chapter 3 — संख्याभिः आनन्दः ! (१ तः १०० पर्यन्तं संख्याः). Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.