NCERT Class 5 Arts Bansuri: Chapter 12 — SOUNDS AND INSTRUMENTS
This chapter, "SOUNDS AND INSTRUMENTS," from NCERT Class 5 Arts Bansuri, revisits musical instruments. It introduces students to various instruments like the sitar, tabla, mridangam, and tanpura, emphasizing their role in creating rich and layered music. The chapter categorizes instruments into four main types: string (tata vadya), wind (sushira vadya), percussion (avanaddha vadya), and solid (ghana vadya). It includes activities designed to help students identify instruments by their sound and pictures, encouraging them to learn about their categories, names, playing methods, origins, and musical uses. The chapter aims to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of diverse musical instruments within the CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 5 |
| Subject | Arts |
| Book | Bansuri |
| Chapter | Chapter 12 — SOUNDS AND INSTRUMENTS |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 271 |
Learning outcomes
- Identify different musical instruments by their sound and appearance.
- Categorize musical instruments into string, wind, percussion, and solid types.
- Understand the role of musical instruments in creating music.
- Learn about the names, origins, and uses of various instruments.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Sitar | A plucked string instrument used in Hindustani classical music. |
| Tabla | A pair of hand drums fundamental to Hindustani classical music. |
| Mridangam | A percussion instrument used in Carnatic music. |
| Tanpura | A long-necked plucked string instrument used to provide a harmonic drone. |
| String instruments | Instruments that produce sound by vibrating strings (tata vadya). |
| Wind instruments | Instruments that produce sound by vibrating air (sushira vadya). |
| Percussion instruments | Instruments that produce sound when struck or scraped (avanaddha vadya). |
| Solid instruments | Instruments made of solid material that produce sound when struck (ghana vadya). |
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Practice questions
- Name the four categories of musical instruments mentioned in the chapter. Answer: The four categories are string (tata vadya), wind (sushira vadya), percussion (avanaddha vadya), and solid (ghana vadya).
- What is the function of musical instruments in music? Answer: Musical instruments enable us to create and embellish music with various sounds, making a song or piece of music rich and layered.
- Can you name two string instruments mentioned in the chapter? Answer: Two string instruments mentioned are Sitar and Tanpura.
- What does the chapter suggest to do to familiarise yourself with the sound of instruments? Answer: The chapter suggests listening to recordings of various instruments and finding their music online.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main topic of NCERT Class 5 Arts Bansuri Chapter 12?
Chapter 12, "SOUNDS AND INSTRUMENTS," focuses on musical instruments, their categories, and identification.
What are the four main categories of musical instruments?
The four categories are string (tata vadya), wind (sushira vadya), percussion (avanaddha vadya), and solid (ghana vadya).
Which instruments are mentioned as examples in the chapter?
Examples include Sitar, tabla, mridangam, and tanpura.
What activities are suggested for students in this chapter?
Activities include identifying instruments by their sound and by their pictures.
What is the purpose of learning about musical instruments for CBSE students?
It helps students understand music, appreciate diverse instruments, and develop listening and identification skills.
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NCERT Class 5 Arts — Bansuri — Chapter 12 — SOUNDS AND INSTRUMENTS. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.