NCERT Class 5 Arts Bansuri (Sanskrit): Chapter 17 — मम राष्ट्रस्य नृत्यानि
This chapter, "मम राष्ट्रस्य नृत्यानि" (Dances of My Nation) from NCERT Class 5 Arts Bansuri, introduces students to the rich diversity of Indian dance forms. It highlights that India has numerous traditional, folk, and ritualistic dances spread across its various regions. The chapter encourages students to explore these dances through various mediums like pictures, calendars, films, and yoga. It also includes activities like collecting dance pictures and matching dances with their geographical locations on a map of India. This chapter aims to foster an appreciation for India's cultural heritage and the vibrant world of its performing arts, contributing to a well-rounded CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 5 |
| Subject | Arts |
| Book | Bansuri (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 17 — मम राष्ट्रस्य नृत्यानि |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 139 |
Learning outcomes
- Identify the diversity of dance forms in India.
- Understand the classification of dances (traditional, folk, ritualistic).
- Engage with dance through visual and interactive activities.
- Locate dance forms on a map of India.
- Appreciate India's cultural heritage through its dances.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| नृत्यरूपाणि | dance forms |
| पारम्परिकाणि | traditional |
| लौकिकानि | folk/worldly |
| अनुष्ठानसम्बद्धानि | related to rituals |
| क्रियाकलापः | activity |
| सङ्ग्रहः | collection |
| मुद्राणाम् | of gestures/poses |
| अनुकरणं | imitation |
| भौगोलिक-स्थानैः | with geographical locations |
| योजयतु | connect/match |
| रिक्तस्थानानि | empty spaces/blanks |
| पूरयतु | fill |
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Practice questions
- भारतवर्षे कानि कानि नृत्यरूपाणि सन्ति? Answer: भारतवर्षे पारम्परिकाणि, लौकिकानि, अनुष्ठानसम्बद्धानि च अनेकानि नृत्यरूपाणि सन्ति।
- क्रियाकलापः १७.१ कस्य विषयः अस्ति? Answer: क्रियाकलापः १७.१ 'मम नृत्यसङ्ग्रहः' इति विषयः अस्ति।
- क्रियाकलापः १७.२ किम् कर्तुं कथयति? Answer: क्रियाकलापः १७.२ नृत्यानि भौगोलिक-स्थानैः सह योजयितुं तथा राज्यानाम् अनुगुणं भारतस्य मानचित्रस्य रिक्तस्थानानि पूरयितुं कथयति।
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of NCERT Class 5 Arts Chapter 17?
The main theme of Chapter 17, 'मम राष्ट्रस्य नृत्यानि', is the diverse dance forms of India.
What types of dances are mentioned in the chapter?
The chapter mentions traditional (पारम्परिकाणि), folk (लौकिकानि), and ritualistic (अनुष्ठानसम्बद्धानि) dances.
What is Activity 17.1 about?
Activity 17.1, 'मम नृत्यसङ्ग्रहः', involves collecting and pasting or drawing pictures of dances.
What does Activity 17.2 ask students to do?
Activity 17.2 asks students to match dances with their geographical locations and fill in the blanks on a map of India.
How can students learn about dances according to the chapter?
Students can learn about dances through pictures, calendars, films, and by imitating dance poses.
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NCERT Class 5 Arts — Bansuri (Sanskrit) — Chapter 17 — मम राष्ट्रस्य नृत्यानि. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.