NCERT Class 3 Physical Education and Well Being Khel Yoga (Sanskrit): Chapter 3 — कन्दुक-प्रहारः
This chapter, 'कन्दुक-प्रहारः' (Ball Striking) from NCERT's Class 3 Khel Yoga (Sanskrit) textbook, introduces fundamental techniques for striking a ball in sports like cricket and hockey. It emphasizes the importance of controlling the ball with a bat or stick, focusing on proper grip, swing, and body posture. The text details how to hold the bat, swing it effectively using arms, hips, and torso, and follow through after striking. It also highlights the role of the dominant and non-dominant hands in controlling the bat. The chapter aims to develop basic motor skills and coordination necessary for ball-based games, contributing to a student's physical development and understanding of sportsmanship within the CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 3 |
| Subject | Physical Education and Well Being |
| Book | Khel Yoga (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 3 — कन्दुक-प्रहारः |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 183 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the basic concept of striking a ball in sports.
- Learn the correct way to hold and swing a bat.
- Develop coordination for hitting a ball accurately.
- Understand the importance of body posture and follow-through in striking.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| कन्दुक | Ball |
| प्रहारः | Strike/Hit |
| क्रीडा | Game/Sport |
| दण्डः | Stick/Bat |
| स्वीकृत्य | Having accepted/received |
| नियन्त्रणं | Control |
| ब्याट् | Bat |
| स्विङ्ग् | Swing |
| शरीरस्य | Of the body |
| नेत्राणि | Eyes |
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Practice questions
- क्रिकेट् अथवा हाकी-क्रीडायां कस्य उपयोगः भवति? Answer: क्रिकेट् अथवा हाकी-क्रीडायां कन्दुकस्य उपयोगः भवति।
- कन्दुकं प्रहारयितुं कस्य आवश्यकता भवति? Answer: कन्दुकं प्रहारयितुं ब्याट् अथवा दण्डस्य आवश्यकता भवति।
- कन्दुकस्य नियन्त्रणं प्राप्तुं किं साहाय्यं करोति? Answer: कन्दुकं सम्यक् स्वीकृत्य नियन्त्रणं प्राप्तुं साहाय्यं भवति।
- ब्याट्-द्वारा प्रहारं कुर्वन्तः कस्य उपरि नेत्राणि धारयितव्यानि? Answer: ब्याट्-द्वारा प्रहारं कुर्वन्तः कन्दुकस्य उपरि नेत्राणि धारयितव्यानि।
Frequently asked questions
What is the main topic of Chapter 3 of Khel Yoga for Class 3?
Chapter 3, 'कन्दुक-प्रहारः', focuses on the techniques of striking a ball in sports like cricket and hockey.
What are the key sports mentioned in this chapter?
The chapter mentions cricket and hockey as examples of sports involving ball striking.
What is emphasized for controlling the ball?
The chapter emphasizes receiving the ball properly ('सम्यक् स्वीकृत्य') to gain control.
What actions are described for striking the ball with a bat?
The chapter describes actions like holding the bat, swinging the arms and hips, and following through after the strike.
What should students keep their eyes on while striking?
Students should always keep their eyes on the ball ('कन्दुकस्य उपरि') while striking.
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NCERT Class 3 Physical Education and Well Being — Khel Yoga (Sanskrit) — Chapter 3 — कन्दुक-प्रहारः. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.