NCERT Class 3 Physical Education and Well Being Khel Yoga (Sanskrit): Chapter 4 — लघूनि सोपानानि
This chapter, 'लघूनि सोपानानि' (Small Steps) from NCERT's Khel Yoga for Class 3, focuses on developing balance and achieving personal goals. It introduces the concept that success is achieved by setting and reaching defined targets, providing examples like holding a plank, balancing on one foot, and skipping. The chapter emphasizes that while individual needs vary, certain goals are common. It guides students to establish and achieve personal balance goals, enhancing their balancing skills. The section 'दण्डस्य सन्तुलनता' (Balance of the Stick) provides instructions for a game where students balance a stick on their palm, aiming to increase the duration. This activity develops balance, strategic thinking, understanding of gravity and weight transfer, and decision-making skills, making it a valuable part of the CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 3 |
| Subject | Physical Education and Well Being |
| Book | Khel Yoga (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 4 — लघूनि सोपानानि |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 138 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the importance of setting and achieving personal goals.
- Develop and improve balancing skills.
- Learn to hold balance for increasing durations.
- Engage in strategic thinking and decision-making during physical activities.
- Understand the concept of gravity and weight transfer in relation to balance.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| लक्ष्यानि | Goals |
| सन्तोलनं | Balance |
| धारणं | Holding |
| पादं | Foot |
| स्किपिङ्ग् | Skipping |
| शरीरसञ्चालनानि | Body movements |
| दण्डः | Stick |
| गुरुत्वाकर्षणेन | By gravity |
| भारस्य | Of weight |
| स्थानान्तरणं | Transfer |
| निर्णयप्रक्रिया | Decision making process |
| वृत्तकालः | Duration |
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Practice questions
- सफलतायाः कुञ्जी का अस्ति? Answer: सफलतायाः कुञ्जी निर्धारिता लक्ष्यानि प्राप्यते।
- दण्डस्य सन्तुलनता क्रीडायां कस्य विकासः भवति? Answer: सन्तुलनं, व्यूहात्मकविचारः, गुरुत्वाकर्षणेन वा भारस्य स्थानान्तरणं, निर्णयप्रक्रिया च विकासः भवति।
- दण्डं सन्तोलयितुं कति क्षणान् यावत् प्रयत्नं करणीयम्? Answer: यथाशक्ति अधिकं समयं यावत् प्रयत्नं करणीयम्।
- क्रीडाक्षेत्रे किं आवश्यकम्? Answer: क्रीडाक्षेत्रे सुरक्षितं स्थानं आवश्यकम्।
Frequently asked questions
What is the main focus of the chapter 'लघूनि सोपानानि'?
The chapter focuses on developing balance and achieving personal goals through physical activities.
What are some examples of goals mentioned in the chapter?
Examples include holding a plank for ten seconds, balancing on one foot for two to five seconds, and skipping.
What is the game described in the chapter?
The game is 'दण्डस्य सन्तुलनता' (Balance of the Stick), where students balance a stick on their palm.
What skills does the 'Balance of the Stick' game help develop?
It helps develop balance, strategic thinking, understanding of gravity and weight transfer, and decision-making skills.
What is the objective of the 'Balance of the Stick' game?
The objective is to balance the stick for the longest possible duration, with the student who balances it the longest being the winner.
What equipment is needed for the 'Balance of the Stick' game?
The only equipment needed is a stick (दण्डः).
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NCERT Class 3 Physical Education and Well Being — Khel Yoga (Sanskrit) — Chapter 4 — लघूनि सोपानानि. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.