NCERT Class 6 Sanskrit Deepakam: Chapter 8 — अष्टमः पाठः । सः एव महान् चित्रकारः
This chapter, 'सः एव महान् चित्रकारः' (He is the Great Artist), from NCERT Class 6 Sanskrit Deepakam, introduces students to the concept of colors through a dialogue set in the beautiful Amrit Udyan near Rashtrapati Bhavan. The teacher guides students to observe and identify various colors in nature, such as green leaves and parrots, black crows and cuckoos, and red hibiscus flowers and parrot beaks. The chapter emphasizes how different colors enrich our surroundings and attract everyone's attention. It encourages students to observe the world around them and appreciate the diversity of colors, fostering observational skills and a connection with nature. This chapter helps students learn basic Sanskrit vocabulary related to colors and nature, enhancing their language comprehension and appreciation for the visual world.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 6 |
| Subject | Sanskrit |
| Book | Deepakam |
| Chapter | Chapter 8 — अष्टमः पाठः । सः एव महान् चित्रकारः |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 212 |
Learning outcomes
- Identify and name basic colors in Sanskrit.
- Observe and describe colors in natural elements.
- Understand the role of colors in making nature beautiful.
- Develop observational skills through nature study.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| चित्रम् | picture |
| उद्यानम् | garden |
| पुष्पाणि | flowers |
| पर्णानि | leaves |
| हरितः | green |
| कृष्णः | black |
| रक्तवर्णः | red color |
| खगाः | birds |
| वृक्षः | tree |
| चञ्चुः | beak |
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Practice questions
- अमृत-उद्यानम् कुत्र अस्ति? Answer: अमृत-उद्यानम् राष्ट्रपतिभवनस्य परिसरे अस्ति।
- पर्णस्य वर्णः कः? Answer: पर्णस्य वर्णः हरितः।
- कृष्णवर्णस्य कः पक्षी अत्रोक्तः? Answer: कृष्णवर्णस्य काकः, पिकः च अत्रोक्तः।
- जपापुष्पस्य वर्णः कः? Answer: जपापुष्पस्य वर्णः रक्तवर्णः।
Frequently asked questions
What is the chapter 'सः एव महान् चित्रकारः' about?
The chapter is about observing and identifying different colors in nature, using examples from Amrit Udyan.
Which colors are discussed in the chapter?
The chapter discusses green (हरितः), black (कृष्णः), and red (रक्तवर्णः) colors.
What are some examples of green things mentioned?
Green leaves (हरितानि पर्णानि) and parrots (शुकः) are mentioned as green.
What is the significance of Amrit Udyan mentioned in the chapter?
Amrit Udyan is presented as a beautiful place with numerous flowers and diverse colors that attract everyone.
What skills does this chapter help develop?
This chapter helps develop observational skills and introduces basic Sanskrit vocabulary related to colors and nature.
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NCERT Class 6 Sanskrit — Deepakam — Chapter 8 — अष्टमः पाठः । सः एव महान् चित्रकारः. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.