NCERT Class 3 Arts Bansuri - I (Sanskrit): Chapter 5 — १४.प्रकृत्या सह नृत्यम्
This chapter, 'Festivals, Occasions, and Ceremonies,' from NCERT Class 3 Arts Bansuri - I, explores the vibrant celebrations throughout the year. It highlights how festivals and ceremonies illuminate our hearts and homes, bringing joy through various activities like feasting, decorating homes, music, dance, special attire, and gatherings. The chapter introduces students to visual art traditions that enhance the festive atmosphere, such as floor and wall designs, garlands, and lamps. Students will engage with local art forms prevalent in their homes and communities. The chapter encourages hands-on activities, like drawing on floors or walls, and designing decorative patterns for home and wall adornment, fostering creativity and an appreciation for cultural arts in CBSE learning.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 3 |
| Subject | Arts |
| Book | Bansuri - I (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 5 — १४.प्रकृत्या सह नृत्यम् |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 104 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the significance of festivals and ceremonies.
- Identify various ways people celebrate.
- Recognize visual art traditions associated with celebrations.
- Engage in creating decorative patterns for floors and walls.
- Appreciate local art forms and their role in cultural events.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| उत्सवः | Festival |
| अवसरः | Occasion |
| अनुष्ठानम् | Ceremony |
| आचरामः | We celebrate/perform |
| प्रकाशयन्ति | Illuminate/brighten |
| समानन्दं | Joy/happiness |
| भोजनं | Food/meal |
| गृहसज्जा | Home decoration |
| सङ्गीतं | Music |
| नृत्यम् | Dance |
| विशेषवस्त्राणि | Special clothes |
| जनसम्मर्दः | Crowd/gathering |
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Practice questions
- What do we celebrate throughout the year? Answer: We celebrate festivals, occasions, and ceremonies throughout the year.
- How do festivals and ceremonies make us feel? Answer: They illuminate our hearts and homes and bring us joy.
- Name two ways people express joy during festivals. Answer: People express joy through food, home decoration, music, dance, etc.
- What are some visual art traditions mentioned in the chapter? Answer: Visual art traditions include designs on floors and walls, garlands, and lamps.
- What activity is suggested in 'क्रियाकलापः - १'? Answer: The activity suggests creating a design for decorating the floor or wall.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of NCERT Class 3 Arts Chapter 5?
The chapter focuses on festivals, occasions, and ceremonies, and the visual art traditions associated with them.
What kind of art forms are discussed in this chapter?
The chapter discusses visual art traditions like designs on floors and walls, garlands, and lamps.
What activity does the chapter suggest for students?
The chapter suggests creating decorative designs for floors and walls.
What is the name of the Sanskrit textbook for Class 3 Arts?
The Sanskrit textbook for Class 3 Arts is 'Bansuri - I'.
What is the chapter number and title?
Chapter 5 is titled '१४.प्रकृत्या सह नृत्यम्' (Festivals, Occasions, and Ceremonies).
How does this chapter help students?
It helps students understand cultural celebrations and engage with visual art traditions.
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NCERT Class 3 Arts — Bansuri - I (Sanskrit) — Chapter 5 — १४.प्रकृत्या सह नृत्यम्. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.