NCERT Class 3 Mathematics Maths Mela (Sanskrit): Chapter 12 — अंकुर
This chapter, 'अंकुर' (Sprouts) from the NCERT Class 3 Mathematics textbook 'Maths Mela' in Sanskrit, introduces basic addition concepts through a relatable story. A farmer, Kishan, runs a nursery and provides sprouts to villagers. The chapter presents a word problem where Kishan has 364 sprouts and receives 52 more from a friend. Students are guided to calculate the total number of sprouts. The process involves adding tens and hundreds, demonstrating how to combine quantities. The chapter emphasizes systematic problem-solving and understanding place value in addition, helping students build foundational arithmetic skills essential for CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 3 |
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Book | Maths Mela (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 12 — अंकुर |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 209 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand and solve addition word problems.
- Apply place value concepts in addition.
- Perform addition of two-digit and three-digit numbers.
- Develop systematic problem-solving skills in mathematics.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| योजयतु | add |
| वियोजयतु | subtract |
| अंकुराः | sprouts |
| वनस्पति-नर्सरी | plant nursery |
| ग्रामजनाः | villagers |
| शतम् | hundred |
| दशम् | ten |
| एकम् | one |
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Practice questions
- किशानस्य ३६४ अंकुराः आसन्। ततः परं सः ५२ अंकुराः आनयत्। अधुना तस्य कति अंकुराः सन्ति? Answer: ३६४ + ५२ = ४१६ अंकुराः
- दश दशानि योजयतु। Answer: Example: 20 + 30 = 50
- एकं शतं प्राप्तुम् योजयतु। Answer: Example: 90 + 10 = 100
Frequently asked questions
What is the main topic of NCERT Class 3 Mathematics Chapter 12?
The main topic is addition of numbers, presented through word problems and place value concepts.
What is the story in Chapter 12 about?
It's about a farmer named Kishan who runs a nursery and needs to calculate the total number of sprouts he has after receiving more from a friend.
What mathematical operations are covered in this chapter?
The chapter primarily focuses on addition (योजयतु).
What place values are used in the addition problem?
The chapter uses hundreds, tens, and ones place values.
What is the total number of sprouts Kishan has in the problem?
Kishan has 364 sprouts initially and receives 52 more, totaling 416 sprouts.
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NCERT Class 3 Mathematics — Maths Mela (Sanskrit) — Chapter 12 — अंकुर. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.