NCERT Class 4 The World Around Us Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit): Chapter 6 — सुखदं स्वस्थञ्ज जीवनम्
This chapter, "A Pleasant Healthy Life" (सुखदं स्वस्थञ्ज जीवनम्), from NCERT's Class 4 Sanskrit book "Our Wondrous World" (अस्माकम् आश्चर्यं जगत्), explores the sources of happiness and the importance of healthy living. It begins by asking students to reflect on what makes them happy, suggesting activities like playing and eating favorite foods. The chapter emphasizes that we derive joy from various experiences, including consuming our preferred meals made from diverse grains, pulses, and vegetables. It then transitions to the journey of food, specifically focusing on wheat (गोधूम), a staple grain. Through illustrations, the chapter visually depicts the life cycle of plants, illustrating how food reaches our plates. This chapter aims to connect students with the origins of their food and promote an understanding of healthy lifestyle choices.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 4 |
| Subject | The World Around Us |
| Book | Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 6 — सुखदं स्वस्थञ्ज जीवनम् |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 124 |
Learning outcomes
- Identify sources of happiness in daily life.
- Understand the importance of healthy food choices.
- Learn about the journey of food from plants to consumption.
- Recognize wheat as a significant food grain.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| सुखदं | pleasant |
| स्वस्थञ्ज | healthy |
| जीवनम् | life |
| विभिन्नासु | in different |
| परिस्थितिषु | situations |
| कारणैश्च | and by reasons |
| सुखिनो | happy (plural) |
| भवामः | we become |
| क्रीडामि | I play |
| स्वीकरोमि | I accept/take |
| आहारं | food |
| गोधूमस्य | of wheat |
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Practice questions
- What are some things that make you happy? Answer: Playing, eating favorite food, etc.
- What kind of food do we enjoy eating? Answer: Food made from grains, pulses, and vegetables.
- What is the chapter's focus regarding food journey? Answer: The journey of grains like wheat.
- Name a staple grain discussed in the chapter. Answer: Wheat (गोधूम).
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of Chapter 6 in Class 4 'Our Wondrous World'?
Chapter 6, 'A Pleasant Healthy Life' (सुखदं स्वस्थञ्ज जीवनम्), focuses on happiness, healthy eating, and the journey of food from plants to our plates.
What activities are mentioned that bring happiness?
The chapter mentions activities like playing and eating favorite foods as sources of happiness.
What types of food does the chapter say we enjoy?
We enjoy food made from different grains, pulses, and vegetables.
What specific food item's journey is illustrated in the chapter?
The chapter illustrates the journey of wheat (गोधूम), a major grain.
What does the chapter teach about the origin of our food?
It teaches that food comes from plants and shows the process through which grains like wheat reach us.
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NCERT Class 4 The World Around Us — Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit) — Chapter 6 — सुखदं स्वस्थञ्ज जीवनम्. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.