NCERT Class 3 The World Around Us Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit): Chapter 3 — उत्सवानाम् उद्यापनम्
This chapter, 'उत्सवानाम् उद्यापनम्' (Celebration of Festivals) from NCERT's 'Our Wondrous World' for Class 3 Sanskrit, introduces the concept of festivals and their celebration. The text begins with a personal narrative from a student named Rishi, who lives in Jammu and is traveling to his maternal uncle's village in the Himalayas. He describes the scenic beauty of the mountains, the bus journey, and the surrounding flora. The chapter then transitions to discussing safety measures during travel, particularly on buses and while riding bicycles or walking. It encourages students to share their travel experiences, observe different trees and flowers, and understand the importance of safety precautions. This chapter aims to enhance students' understanding of cultural celebrations and road safety in a simple Sanskrit context, aligning with the CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 3 |
| Subject | The World Around Us |
| Book | Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 3 — उत्सवानाम् उद्यापनम् |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 129 |
Learning outcomes
- Students will learn basic Sanskrit vocabulary related to travel and nature.
- Students will understand the importance of safety measures during travel.
- Students will be able to describe simple travel experiences in Sanskrit.
- Students will gain awareness of the natural beauty of mountainous regions.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| उत्सवानाम् | of festivals |
| उद्यापनुम् | celebration |
| पुष्पोत्सवः | flower festival |
| ऋषिः | Rishi (a name) |
| जम्मू प्रदेशे | in Jammu region |
| हिमालयं | to the Himalayas |
| मातुलालयं | to maternal uncle's house |
| ग्रामे | in a village |
| बस्-यानेन | by bus |
| पर्वताः | mountains |
| वृक्षान् | trees |
| सुरक्षाव्यवस्थाः | safety arrangements |
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Practice questions
- ऋषिः कुत्र निवसन्ति? Answer: ऋषिः जम्मूप्रदेशे निवसन्ति।
- ऋषिः कुत्र भ्रमनाय गच्छति? Answer: ऋषिः पितृभ्यां सह भ्रमनाय हिमालयं गच्छति।
- बसयानेन गमनं मह्यं रोचते। - अस्य वाक्यस्य अर्थः कः? Answer: बसयानेन गमनं मह्यं अत्यन्तं रोचते। (I like travelling by bus very much.)
- यानेन गच्छन् कतिविधाः वृक्षाः अवलोकयितुं शक्याः? Answer: यानेन गच्छन् नैकान् उन्नतान् विविधप्रकारान् वृक्षाः अवलोकयितुं शक्याः।
- द्विचक्रिकायाः चालनसमये काः सुरक्षाव्यवस्थाः पालनीयाः? Answer: द्विचक्रिकायाः चालनसमये पद्भ्यां गमनकाले च भवता/भवत्या सुरक्षाव्यवस्थाः पालनीयाः।
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of Chapter 3 of 'Our Wondrous World' for Class 3 Sanskrit?
Chapter 3, 'उत्सवानाम् उद्यापनम्', focuses on the celebration of festivals, travel experiences, and safety measures during journeys.
Where does Rishi live and where is he going?
Rishi lives in the Jammu region and is going to the Himalayas with his parents to visit his maternal uncle's village.
What kind of scenery does Rishi observe during his bus journey?
Rishi observes beautiful mountainous roads decorated with flowers of various colors and tall, diverse trees.
What safety advice is given in the chapter?
The chapter advises keeping hands, arms, and legs inside the vehicle at all times and following safety measures while riding bicycles or walking.
What does the chapter encourage students to do?
The chapter encourages students to share their travel experiences and observe the different trees and flowers they see during journeys.
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NCERT Class 3 The World Around Us — Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit) — Chapter 3 — उत्सवानाम् उद्यापनम्. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.