NCERT Class 6 Mathematics Ganita Prakash: Chapter 4 — Data Handling and Presentation
This chapter introduces the concept of data in Mathematics, defining it as any collection of facts, numbers, measures, observations, or descriptions that convey information. It highlights the importance of data in our information-rich age and explores ways to present, interpret, and make inferences from data. The chapter uses a real-life example of Navya and Naresh collecting data on their classmates' favourite games to illustrate the process. It emphasizes that raw data, like a simple list of preferences, needs to be organized to easily identify patterns and draw conclusions, such as determining the most popular game. The initial steps of data collection and the challenge of interpreting raw data are presented, setting the stage for learning methods to organize and present data effectively for better understanding and decision-making in CBSE Class 6 Mathematics.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 6 |
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Book | Ganita Prakash |
| Chapter | Chapter 4 — Data Handling and Presentation |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 3 minutes |
| Word count | 449 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the definition and importance of data in mathematics.
- Recognize data as a collection of facts, numbers, or observations.
- Identify the need for organizing raw data to extract meaningful information.
- Begin to explore methods for collecting and presenting data.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Data | Any collection of facts, numbers, measures, observations or other descriptions of things that convey information. |
| Information | Facts provided or learned about something or someone. |
| Collection | A group of things or people. |
| Observations | The action or process of closely watching something or someone. |
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Practice questions
- What is data? Answer: Data is any collection of facts, numbers, measures, observations or other descriptions of things that convey information.
- Give an example of data. Answer: A list of favourite colours of classmates or the weights of students in a class are examples of data.
- Why is organizing data important? Answer: Organizing data is important to easily interpret it, make inferences, and understand patterns, such as finding the most popular game.
Frequently asked questions
What is data in mathematics?
Data is any collection of facts, numbers, measures, observations, or descriptions that convey information about things.
Why is data handling important?
Data handling is important because we live in an age of information and need ways to present, interpret, and make inferences from large amounts of data.
What is the first step in finding the most popular game in a class?
The first step is to collect data by asking each student about their favourite game.
What is the challenge with raw data?
Raw data, like a simple list, can be difficult to interpret to find specific information, such as the most popular item.
What does this chapter aim to teach?
This chapter aims to explore ways data is presented and how to correctly display, interpret, and make inferences from such data.
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NCERT Class 6 Mathematics — Ganita Prakash — Chapter 4 — Data Handling and Presentation. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.