NCERT Class 3 The World Around Us Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit): Chapter 6 — मिलित्वा जीवनयापनम्
NCERT Class 3 The World Around Us, Chapter 6, मिलित्वा जीवनयापनम्, explores the concept of co-existence with animals, birds, insects, and plants in our homes and surroundings. The chapter prompts students to identify which of these creatures live in their homes and whether they care for them. It encourages observation by asking students to find animals, birds, and insects from a given picture (page 72) and list them with where they were seen. The text emphasizes that we bring some animals and plants into our homes, sometimes happily co-existing, other times not wanting to keep them. Students are encouraged to ask elders about pets and plants kept when they were young and share stories. The chapter aims to foster empathy and understanding towards living beings, promoting a sense of responsibility and harmonious living within the CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 3 |
| Subject | The World Around Us |
| Book | Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 6 — मिलित्वा जीवनयापनम् |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 141 |
Learning outcomes
- Identify animals, birds, and insects that live in and around homes.
- Understand the concept of co-existing with different living beings.
- Develop empathy and responsibility towards animals and plants.
- Share personal experiences and stories related to caring for living creatures.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| पशवः | animals |
| पक्षिणः | birds |
| कीटाणि | insects |
| वनस्पतयः | plants |
| निवसन्ति | live/reside |
| परिपालनं | care/upbringing |
| दृश्यमानाः | visible |
| अन्विष्य | searching |
| सरण्यां | list/table |
| वानरः | monkey |
| वृक्षे | in the tree |
| आनयामः | we bring |
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Practice questions
- आपके घर में कौन-कौन से पशु, पक्षी या कीड़े रहते हैं? Answer: यह छात्र के अवलोकन पर निर्भर करता है।
- क्या आप अपने घर में रहने वाले पशुओं की देखभाल करते हैं? Answer: यह छात्र के अनुभव पर निर्भर करता है।
- पाठ में 'वानरः' को कहाँ देखा गया? Answer: वानरः को 'वृक्षे' (पेड़ पर) देखा गया।
- हम कुछ पशुओं और पौधों को अपने घर क्यों लाते हैं? Answer: कभी-कभी हम उन्हें खुशी से अपने साथ रखने के लिए लाते हैं।
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of NCERT Class 3 Chapter 6, 'मिलित्वा जीवनयापनम्'?
The chapter focuses on co-existing with animals, birds, insects, and plants in our homes and surroundings, and the responsibility of caring for them.
What activity does the chapter suggest for students?
Students are asked to observe and identify animals, birds, and insects, list them, and note where they were seen.
What does 'मिलित्वा जीवनयापनम्' mean?
'मिलित्वा जीवनयापनम्' translates to 'Living Together' or 'Co-existence'.
Why should we care for animals and plants?
The chapter implies that caring for living beings fosters harmony and teaches responsibility.
What is the role of elders mentioned in the chapter?
Students are encouraged to ask elders about pets and plants they kept when they were young and share stories.
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NCERT Class 3 The World Around Us — Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit) — Chapter 6 — मिलित्वा जीवनयापनम्. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.