NCERT Class 3 The World Around Us Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit): Chapter 7 — प्रकृत्याः उपहाराः
This chapter, 'Gifts of Nature' (प्रकृत्याः उपहाराः), from NCERT's 'Our Wondrous World' for Class 3 Sanskrit, explores the essential resources nature provides: water and food. It emphasizes their importance for a healthy life and the need for clean water and nutritious food. The chapter highlights the role of cleanliness, exercise, and conservation of natural resources for future generations. It also introduces related topics like 'Milk - A Precious Gift' (पयः - एकः अमूल्यः उपहारः), 'Our Food' (अस्माकं भोज्यं भोजनम्), and 'Living with Health and Happiness' (स्वस्थेन सुखेन च वासः), focusing on water conservation, balanced diet, hygiene, and the benefits of regular exercise. This chapter aims to educate young learners about sustainable living and well-being.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 3 |
| Subject | The World Around Us |
| Book | Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 7 — प्रकृत्याः उपहाराः |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 338 |
Learning outcomes
- Identify essential natural resources like water and food.
- Understand the importance of clean water and healthy food for well-being.
- Recognize the role of cleanliness and exercise in maintaining health.
- Learn about the conservation of natural resources for the future.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| प्रकृतिः | Nature |
| उपहारः | Gift |
| जलम् | Water |
| भोजनम् | Food |
| स्वस्थजीवनम् | Healthy life |
| संसाधनानि | Resources |
| स्वच्छता | Cleanliness |
| व्यायामः | Exercise |
| संरक्षणं | Conservation |
| पयः | Milk |
| वृष्टिः | Rain |
| आहारः | Diet |
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Practice questions
- प्रकृत्याः कति उपहाराः अस्मिन् प्रकरणे वर्णिताः सन्ति? Answer: जलम्, भोजनम् इति द्वौ उपहाराः।
- स्वस्थजीवनाय कानि संसाधनानि बहुमूल्यानि सन्ति? Answer: जलम्, भोजनं च।
- स्वस्थं स्थातुं अस्माकं किं साहाय्यं करोति? Answer: परिच्छन्नता, व्यायामश्च।
- अस्माभिः भूमेः संसाधनानां संरक्षणं कथं करणीयम्? Answer: भविष्यत्कालस्य कृते संरक्षणं करणीयम्।
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of Chapter 7, 'प्रकृत्याः उपहाराः'?
The chapter focuses on essential gifts of nature like water and food, their importance for a healthy life, and the need for conservation.
What are the key resources discussed in this chapter?
The chapter discusses water (जलम्) and food (भोजनम्) as crucial resources provided by nature.
What practices are recommended for a healthy life in this chapter?
The chapter recommends cleanliness (परिच्छन्नता), exercise (व्यायामः), and consuming clean water and healthy food.
Why is the conservation of natural resources important?
Conservation is important for future generations to ensure they also have access to these essential resources.
Which related topics are introduced in the teacher's notes?
Related topics include 'Milk - A Precious Gift', 'Our Food', and 'Living with Health and Happiness'.
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NCERT Class 3 The World Around Us — Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit) — Chapter 7 — प्रकृत्याः उपहाराः. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.