NCERT Class 5 The World Around Us Our Wonderous World (Sanskrit): Chapter 2 — अध्यायः २: जलम् - जीवनस्य मूलम्
This chapter, 'The Journey of a River' (अध्यायः २: जलम् - जीवनस्य मूलम्) from NCERT's 'Our Wonderous World' for Class 5, narrates the journey of the Godavari River. Starting from the Western Ghats in Maharashtra, the river flows through various landscapes, gaining strength from tributaries and rainwater. The chapter highlights the river's length of 1,465 km, its confluence with the Bay of Bengal, and its status as the second-longest river in India after the Ganga. It also introduces geographical concepts like tributaries and mentions significant landmarks along its path, such as national parks and dams. This chapter helps students understand river systems, geography, and the importance of rivers in India's ecosystem and culture, aligning with the CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 5 |
| Subject | The World Around Us |
| Book | Our Wonderous World (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 2 — अध्यायः २ : जलम् - जीवनस्य मूलम् |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 164 |
Learning outcomes
- Identify the origin and destination of the Godavari River.
- Understand the concept of tributaries and their role in a river's journey.
- Recognize the geographical features and states through which the Godavari flows.
- Appreciate the importance of rivers in India.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| प्रवहामि | I flow |
| पिपासां | thirst |
| वृक्षाणां | of trees |
| पर्वतात् | from the mountain |
| समुद्रं | ocean |
| नदी | river |
| महाराष्ट्रस्य | of Maharashtra |
| पश्चिमघट्टस्य | of the Western Ghats |
| लघुधारया | with a small stream |
| समतलभूमौ | on the plain land |
| उपनद्यः | tributaries |
| बङ्गोपसागरे | in the Bay of Bengal |
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Practice questions
- गोदावरी नदी का उद्गम स्थल कहाँ है? Answer: गोदावरी नदी का उद्गम स्थल महाराष्ट्र के त्र्यम्बकेश्वर प्रान्त के पश्चिम घाट में है।
- गोदावरी नदी की कुल लम्बाई कितनी है? Answer: गोदावरी नदी की कुल लम्बाई १,४६५ किलोमीटर है।
- गोदावरी नदी किन राज्यों से होकर बहती है? Answer: गोदावरी नदी महाराष्ट्र, छत्तीसगढ़, ओडिशा, तेलङ्गाना और आन्ध्र प्रदेश से होकर बहती है।
- गोदावरी नदी कहाँ जाकर मिलती है? Answer: गोदावरी नदी बङ्गोपसागर में जाकर मिलती है।
Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the river discussed in this chapter?
The river discussed in this chapter is the Godavari.
Where does the Godavari River originate?
The Godavari River originates from the Western Ghats in the Trimbakeshwar region of Maharashtra.
How long is the Godavari River?
The Godavari River is 1,465 kilometers long.
What is the meaning of 'upanadyah'?
'Upanadyah' means tributaries, which are smaller rivers that join a larger river.
Which ocean does the Godavari River flow into?
The Godavari River flows into the Bay of Bengal.
What is the significance of the Godavari River in India?
The Godavari River is the second-longest river in India after the Ganga.
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NCERT Class 5 The World Around Us — Our Wonderous World (Sanskrit) — Chapter 2 — अध्यायः २ : जलम् - जीवनस्य मूलम्. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.