NCERT Class 5 The World Around Us Our Wonderous World (Sanskrit): Chapter 6 — अध्यायः ४: अस्माकं विद्यालयः - एकं सुखदं स्थानम्
This chapter, "Some Special Places," from NCERT's Class 5 'Our Wonderous World' (Sanskrit) textbook, follows Shanti's family as they plan a summer vacation. Shanti expresses a desire to explore new places in India. Her parents reveal their plan to travel from the southern tip of India, starting with a journey to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The chapter introduces geographical concepts like islands and the southernmost point of India, Indira Point. It also touches upon wildlife, mentioning that India is home to about 75% of the world's tigers. The family begins their exploration from Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, guided through forest paths. This chapter aims to introduce students to diverse geographical locations within India and basic geographical terms.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 5 |
| Subject | The World Around Us |
| Book | Our Wonderous World (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 6 — अध्यायः ४ : अस्माकं विद्यालयः - एकं सुखदं स्थानम् |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 187 |
Learning outcomes
- Identify special places in India.
- Understand the concept of islands and their location.
- Learn about the southernmost point of India.
- Recognize the importance of exploring new places.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ग्रीष्मावकाशे | during summer vacation |
| भ्रमणस्य | of travelling/touring |
| परिकल्पनां | planning |
| भिन्नं | different |
| अपेक्षाया | than/compared to |
| अन्वेष्टुम् | to explore/search |
| अभिलाषा | desire/wish |
| पूर्णा | fulfilled |
| बृहत्यः | big/large |
| योजनाः | plans |
| दक्षिणात् | from the south |
| कोणात् | from the corner |
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Practice questions
- शान्तेः मातापितरौ ग्रीष्मावकाशे किं कर्तुं व्यस्तौ स्म? Answer: शान्तेः मातापितरौ ग्रीष्मावकाशे भ्रमणस्य परिकल्पनां कर्तुं व्यस्तौ स्म।
- शान्तिः अस्मिन् वर्षे किं कर्तुम् इच्छति स्म? Answer: शान्तिः अस्मिन् वर्षे भिन्नं कर्तुम् इच्छति स्म।
- भारतस्य दक्षिणतमं स्थानं किम् अस्ति? Answer: भारतस्य दक्षिणतमं स्थानं इन्दिरा-बिन्दुः अस्ति।
- अण्डमान-निकोबर-द्वीपसमूहस्य राजधानी का अस्ति? Answer: अण्डमान-निकोबर-द्वीपसमूहस्य राजधानी विजयपुरम् अस्ति।
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of Chapter 6 of 'Our Wonderous World'?
Chapter 6, 'अध्यायः ४: अस्माकं विद्यालयः - एकं सुखदं स्थानम्', focuses on planning a summer vacation and exploring special places in India, starting with the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Who are the main characters in this chapter?
The main characters are Shanti and her parents (Appa and Amma).
What is the southernmost point of India mentioned in the chapter?
The southernmost point of India mentioned is Indira Point.
What geographical feature is explained in the chapter?
The chapter explains the geographical feature of an 'island' (द्वीप), which is land surrounded by water on all sides.
Where does Shanti's family plan to start their journey from?
Shanti's family plans to start their journey from the southern tip of India, specifically beginning their exploration from Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
What interesting fact about Indian wildlife is mentioned?
The chapter mentions that approximately 75% of the world's tigers live in India.
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NCERT Class 5 The World Around Us — Our Wonderous World (Sanskrit) — Chapter 6 — अध्यायः ४ : अस्माकं विद्यालयः - एकं सुखदं स्थानम्. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.