NCERT Class 4 Arts Bansuri - I (Sanskrit): Chapter 17 — नृत्ये भावनाः अभिव्यक्तिः च
This chapter, "नृत्ये भावनाः अभिव्यक्तिः च" (Emotions and Expression in Dance) from NCERT Class 4 Arts Bansuri - I, explores how emotions are expressed. It explains that what we feel is expressed and called expression. The chapter encourages students to observe emotions in their friends and understand them through facial cues, noting that the face is an indicator of the mind. It aims to help students discover various emotions and their expressions, and understand how they can be represented in dance. Activity 17.1 focuses on identifying and expressing emotions like anger, sorrow, fear, and happiness through body movements, facial expressions, and dance steps, connecting physical actions to emotional states.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 4 |
| Subject | Arts |
| Book | Bansuri - I (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 17 — नृत्ये भावनाः अभिव्यक्तिः च |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 133 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the concept of emotional expression.
- Identify different emotions like happiness, sorrow, anger, and fear.
- Recognize that facial expressions and body movements convey emotions.
- Explore how dance can be used to express feelings.
- Connect physical actions to emotional states.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| अभिव्यक्तिः | Expression |
| भावनाः | Emotions/Feelings |
| अनुभूयते | Is felt/experienced |
| निरीक्षणं | Observation |
| सूचकाङ्कः | Indicator |
| प्रतिनिधित्वं | Representation |
| अवगन्तुं | To understand |
| परिस्थितिषु | In situations |
| अनुभवेभ्यः | From experiences |
| शरीरं | Body |
| व्यञ्जनाः | Expressions |
| पदचिह्नं | Footprint/Footstep |
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Practice questions
- What is expression? Answer: Expression is the way we show what we feel.
- What is called the indicator of the mind? Answer: The face is called the indicator of the mind.
- Name some emotions discussed in the chapter. Answer: Some emotions discussed are anger, sorrow, fear, and happiness.
- How can emotions be expressed in dance? Answer: Emotions can be expressed in dance using facial expressions, body movements, and dance steps.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main topic of Chapter 17 of Bansuri - I?
Chapter 17, "नृत्ये भावनाः अभिव्यक्तिः च", focuses on emotions and their expression, particularly through dance.
How does the chapter explain expression?
The chapter explains expression as the way we show what we feel or experience.
What is the role of the face in expressing emotions?
The chapter states that the face is an indicator of the mind, and what is in our mind is visible on our face.
What activity is suggested in the chapter?
Activity 17.1 suggests identifying and expressing emotions like anger, sorrow, fear, and happiness using dance movements and facial expressions.
What is the purpose of Activity 17.1?
The purpose is to help students understand and express various emotions through dance and body movements.
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NCERT Class 4 Arts — Bansuri - I (Sanskrit) — Chapter 17 — नृत्ये भावनाः अभिव्यक्तिः च. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.