NCERT Class 6 Sanskrit Deepakam: Chapter 5 — पञ्चमः पाठः । सङ्ख्यागणना ननु सरला
This chapter, 'Sankhyaganana' (Counting Numbers) from the NCERT Class 6 Sanskrit textbook 'Deepakam', introduces students to counting in Sanskrit. It begins with a classroom scenario where students realize they don't know how to count in Sanskrit. The chapter then presents a song to teach numbers, starting from 'Ekaha' (one). It illustrates numbers with examples like the sun, eyes, and the creator. The song continues, mentioning the five fingers on the hand, the deity Shanmukha, the seven days of the week, seven musical notes, and seven worlds. The chapter aims to familiarize young learners with Sanskrit numerals and their usage in a simple, engaging manner, reinforcing basic counting skills essential for CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 6 |
| Subject | Sanskrit |
| Book | Deepakam |
| Chapter | Chapter 5 — पञ्चमः पाठः । सङ्ख्यागणना ननु सरला |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 164 |
Learning outcomes
- Students will be able to identify and pronounce Sanskrit numerals.
- Students will learn to count objects in Sanskrit.
- Students will understand the cultural context of numbers in Sanskrit literature.
- Students will be able to recite the Sanskrit number song.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| एकः | One |
| द्वे | Two |
| चतुर्मुखः | Four-faced (Brahma) |
| पञ्चाङ्गुलयः | Five fingers |
| षण्मुखदेवः | Six-faced deity (Kartikeya) |
| सप्त | Seven |
| सप्ताहे | In a week |
| स्वराः | Musical notes |
| लोकाः | Worlds |
| ऋषयः | Sages |
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Practice questions
- कति सूर्याः सन्ति? Answer: एकः सूर्यः।
- मानवकुलं कति? Answer: एकम्।
- जीविनि कति नयने भवतः? Answer: द्वे नयने।
- मम हस्ते कति अङ्गुलयः सन्ति? Answer: पञ्च अङ्गुलयः।
- सप्ताहे कति वासराः भवन्ति? Answer: सप्त वासराः।
Frequently asked questions
What is the main topic of Chapter 5 of NCERT Class 6 Sanskrit Deepakam?
Chapter 5 is about 'Sankhyaganana', which means counting numbers in Sanskrit.
How does the chapter teach Sanskrit numbers?
The chapter uses a song to teach Sanskrit numbers, starting from 'Ekaha' (one).
What examples are used to illustrate numbers in the song?
Examples include the sun (one), eyes (two), creator (four-faced), fingers (five), and days of the week (seven).
What is the Sanskrit word for 'seven'?
The Sanskrit word for 'seven' is 'Sapt'.
What does 'Sapt Vasarah Saptāhe' mean?
It means 'Seven days are in a week'.
What are 'Sapt Swarah'?
'Sapt Swarah' refers to the seven musical notes.
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NCERT Class 6 Sanskrit — Deepakam — Chapter 5 — पञ्चमः पाठः । सङ्ख्यागणना ननु सरला. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.