NCERT Class 4 Mathematics Math-Mela (Sanskrit): Chapter 4 — अस्मान् परितः सहस्रं जनाः
This chapter, 'Thousands of People Around Us' from NCERT's Class 4 Mathematics Math-Mela textbook in Sanskrit, focuses on understanding and representing numbers, particularly in the context of a community meal (Langar) organized at a Gurudwara. It introduces concepts of place value (hundreds, tens, ones) and number representation using different combinations of tens and ones. Students learn to calculate quantities of items like rice and wheat flour needed for a large gathering, involving addition and subtraction of two- and three-digit numbers. The chapter aims to reinforce number sense and basic arithmetic operations through practical scenarios, supporting CBSE learning objectives for Class 4 mathematics.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 4 |
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Book | Math-Mela (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 4 — अस्मान् परितः सहस्रं जनाः |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 135 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand and represent numbers up to thousands.
- Apply place value concepts (hundreds, tens, ones).
- Perform addition and subtraction of two- and three-digit numbers.
- Solve word problems related to quantities and large gatherings.
- Develop number sense through real-life scenarios.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| सहस्रं | Thousand |
| जनाः | People |
| गुरुद्वारे | In the Gurudwara |
| सामुदायिकं भोजनम् | Community Meal |
| लङ्गर् | Langar (Community Kitchen) |
| स्वयंसेवकाः | Volunteers |
| दानानि | Donations |
| परिमाणम् | Quantity/Amount |
| संख्याः | Numbers |
| शतकम् | Hundred |
| दश | Ten |
| एकम् | One |
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Practice questions
- यदि 1000 लोगों के लिए भोजन आयोजित किया जाता है और 55 स्वयंसेवक हैं, तो भोजन करने वाले और स्वयंसेवकों की कुल संख्या कितनी है? Answer: 1055
- 100 - 7 का मान क्या है? Answer: 93
- 10 + 10 + 10 + 10 + 10 का मान क्या है? Answer: 50
- यदि 145 लोग भोजन करते हैं, तो सैकड़ा, दहाई और इकाई के रूप में इसे कैसे दर्शाएंगे? Answer: 1 शतक (Hundred), 4 दहाई (Tens), 5 इकाई (Ones)
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of NCERT Class 4 Mathematics Math-Mela Chapter 4?
The chapter focuses on understanding and representing numbers up to thousands, using place value, and solving arithmetic problems in the context of a community meal.
What mathematical concepts are covered in this chapter?
Key concepts include place value (hundreds, tens, ones), addition and subtraction of two- and three-digit numbers, and number representation.
What is 'Langar' as mentioned in the chapter?
Langar is a community meal organized in a Gurudwara, where food is served to all people, regardless of their background.
How does the chapter use real-life examples?
It uses the scenario of organizing a community meal to teach about calculating the number of people, quantities of food items, and the number of volunteers.
What is the significance of 'H', 'T', and 'O' blocks?
These blocks represent Hundreds (H), Tens (T), and Ones (O) and are used to visually represent numbers and understand their place value.
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NCERT Class 4 Mathematics — Math-Mela (Sanskrit) — Chapter 4 — अस्मान् परितः सहस्रं जनाः. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.