NCERT Class 4 English Santoor: Chapter 8 — The Lagori Champions
This chapter, "The Lagori Champions," introduces Prakash to the popular Indian game of Lagori, also known as Satoliya. Prakash meets his cousin Ravi and his friends, Guneet, Deepa, and Nidhi, at the park. When the topic of an upcoming Lagori match arises, Prakash admits he doesn't know the game. Nidhi and Imran explain that Lagori involves stacking seven flat stones and then knocking them down with a ball. The opposing team tries to rebuild the stack while avoiding the ball. Prakash recognizes the game as Satoliya from Rajasthan, discovering that Lagori is a regional name for the same beloved game. The chapter highlights the joy of playing traditional games and learning about their different names across regions, fostering a sense of cultural connection among the children.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 4 |
| Subject | English |
| Book | Santoor |
| Chapter | Chapter 8 — The Lagori Champions |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 353 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the rules and objective of the game Lagori/Satoliya.
- Recognize that traditional games can have different names in different regions.
- Engage in reading comprehension of a dialogue-based story.
- Learn new vocabulary related to games and social interaction.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Cousin | The child of one's uncle or aunt. |
| Sunny | Bright with sunlight. |
| Park | A large public garden or area of land used for recreation. |
| Waved | Moved one's hand back and forth as a greeting or to attract attention. |
| Introduce | Present someone to another person. |
| Champion | A person who has defeated all rivals in a competition or in a sport; a winner. |
| Surprise | An unexpected or astonishing event, fact, or thing. |
| Stack | Arrange (a number of things) in a pile, typically one on top of another. |
| Knocks down | Causes to fall over or to the ground. |
| Rebuild | Build (something) again after it has been damaged or destroyed. |
| Avoiding | Keeping away from or stop oneself from doing (something). |
| Favourite | Preferred before all others. |
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Practice questions
- What game is introduced in the chapter? Answer: The game introduced is Lagori, also known as Satoliya.
- What are the main components of the Lagori game? Answer: The game uses seven flat stones stacked one above the other and a ball.
- What is Prakash's cousin's name? Answer: Prakash's cousin's name is Ravi.
- Where is the game called Satoliya? Answer: The game is called Satoliya in Rajasthan.
- What does the first team try to do in Lagori? Answer: The first team tries to knock down the stack of stones with a ball.
Frequently asked questions
What is Lagori?
Lagori is a traditional Indian game played with seven flat stones stacked one above the other and a ball.
What is another name for Lagori?
Another name for Lagori, especially in Rajasthan, is Satoliya.
How is Lagori played?
One team stacks seven stones and tries to knock them down with a ball. The other team tries to rebuild the stack while avoiding the ball.
Who are the main characters introduced in the chapter?
The main characters introduced are Prakash, Ravi, Guneet, Deepa, Nidhi, and Imran.
Where do Ravi and Prakash go to play?
Ravi and Prakash go to the children's park near their house.
What is special about the game Lagori?
Lagori is special because it's a traditional game with different regional names and requires teamwork and skill.
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NCERT Class 4 English — Santoor — Chapter 8 — The Lagori Champions. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.