NCERT Class 6 Physical Education and Well Being Khel Yatra (Sanskrit): Chapter 3 — क्रीडायाः मौलिकी दुक्षता
This chapter, 'क्रीडायाः मौलिकी दुक्षता' (Fundamental Skills of Sports) from the NCERT Class 6 Physical Education textbook 'Khel Yatra', introduces the exciting Indian sport of Kho-Kho. It emphasizes how Kho-Kho promotes teamwork and collective action. The chapter details that Kho-Kho is a competitive game between two teams where one team tries to tag members of the opposing team. It highlights the importance of speed, agility, strength, stamina, and coordinated team effort in the game. Students will learn about the skills involved in chasing and evading opponents. The chapter aims to teach students how to play and learn Kho-Kho through enjoyable activities, fostering collaboration and mutual support. It also includes practical exercises for developing fundamental sports skills and physical fitness, such as running, stretching, and maintaining balance, crucial for overall athletic development.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 6 |
| Subject | Physical Education and Well Being |
| Book | Khel Yatra (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 3 — क्रीडायाः मौलिकी दुक्षता |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 195 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the basic rules and objectives of the sport Kho-Kho.
- Recognize the importance of teamwork and collective effort in sports.
- Learn about fundamental physical skills like speed, agility, and stamina.
- Practice basic exercises for physical fitness and skill development.
- Develop an appreciation for traditional Indian sports.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| क्रीडायाः | of sports |
| मौलिकी | fundamental |
| दुक्षता | skill |
| प्रकरणे | in this chapter |
| रोमाञ्चकारिण्याः | thrilling |
| भारतीयायाः | Indian |
| प्रबोधयति | inspires/teaches |
| स्पर्धा | competition |
| सदस्यान् | members |
| धर्तुं | to catch/tag |
| सामर्थ्यम् | strength |
| सामूहिकं | collective/group |
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Practice questions
- Which Indian sport is introduced in this chapter? Answer: The Indian sport introduced is Kho-Kho.
- What does Kho-Kho teach us? Answer: Kho-Kho teaches us teamwork and collective action.
- What are some important skills for Kho-Kho mentioned? Answer: Important skills mentioned are speed, agility, strength, stamina, and coordinated team effort.
- What is the main objective of one team in Kho-Kho? Answer: The main objective of one team is to tag the members of the opposing team.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main focus of NCERT Class 6 Physical Education Chapter 3?
The chapter focuses on the fundamental skills of sports, introducing the Indian game Kho-Kho and emphasizing teamwork and physical fitness.
What are the key skills required for Kho-Kho?
Key skills include speed, agility, strength, stamina, and effective teamwork for chasing and evading.
What kind of activities are included in the chapter?
The chapter includes activities for learning and playing Kho-Kho, as well as exercises for developing physical fitness and specific skills like stretching and balance.
Why is teamwork important in Kho-Kho?
Teamwork is crucial in Kho-Kho as it requires coordinated efforts from all players to succeed in tagging opponents and evading capture.
What physical benefits can students gain from this chapter?
Students can improve their speed, agility, strength, stamina, and learn proper techniques for exercises like stretching and maintaining balance.
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NCERT Class 6 Physical Education and Well Being — Khel Yatra (Sanskrit) — Chapter 3 — क्रीडायाः मौलिकी दुक्षता. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.