NCERT Class 6 Science Curiosity (Sanskrit): Chapter 6 — अस्माकं परितः वस्तूनां पर्यवेक्षणम्
This chapter, 'Observation of Objects Around Us' from NCERT's Class 6 Science Curiosity textbook in Sanskrit, introduces students to the concept of materials and their origins. It begins with a dialogue between students discussing objects in their school and home, prompting curiosity about the materials they are made from. The chapter encourages observation and classification of objects based on their constituent materials like cloth, paper, leather, wood, metal, plastic, and clay. It highlights that objects are made of different materials and prompts students to think about their properties like texture and hardness. The text also delves into the historical use of materials in India, mentioning ancient pottery and construction techniques. This chapter aims to develop observational skills and an understanding of the material world around us, crucial for scientific learning in CBSE.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 6 |
| Subject | Science |
| Book | Curiosity (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 6 — अस्माकं परितः वस्तूनां पर्यवेक्षणम् |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 323 |
Learning outcomes
- Identify different objects around us.
- Recognize that objects are made of various materials.
- Classify objects based on the materials they are made from.
- Understand the properties of different materials.
- Appreciate the historical use of materials in India.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| उपादान | Material |
| सामग्री | Substance/Material |
| लौह | Iron |
| मृत्तिका | Clay |
| द्रवीकरण | Liquefaction/Melting |
| पात्रविशेषः | Specific vessel |
| निरीक्षणम् | Observation |
| वस्त्रम् | Cloth |
| काष्ठम् | Wood |
| धातुः | Metal |
| प्लास्टिकम् | Plastic |
| गुणधर्मः | Property |
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Practice questions
- हमारे चारों ओर की किन्हीं पाँच वस्तुओं के नाम लिखिए। Answer: किताब, पेंसिल, कुर्सी, मेज, बर्तन।
- लकड़ी से बनी किन्हीं दो वस्तुओं के नाम बताइए। Answer: कुर्सी, मेज।
- धातु से बनी किन्हीं दो वस्तुओं के नाम बताइए। Answer: चम्मच, थाली।
- क्या सभी वस्तुएँ एक ही पदार्थ से बनी होती हैं? Answer: नहीं, सभी वस्तुएँ विभिन्न पदार्थों से बनी होती हैं।
Frequently asked questions
What is the main topic of Chapter 6 of NCERT Class 6 Science Curiosity?
Chapter 6, 'Observation of Objects Around Us' (अस्मा ् परि तः वस्तू ां पयःवे षणमा्), focuses on identifying and understanding the materials that make up the objects around us.
What kind of materials are discussed in the chapter?
The chapter discusses various materials like cloth, paper, leather, wood, metal, plastic, and clay.
Does the chapter discuss the historical use of materials?
Yes, the chapter touches upon the historical use of materials in India, particularly in ancient pottery and construction.
What skills does this chapter aim to develop?
This chapter aims to develop observational skills and the ability to classify objects based on their constituent materials.
What is the language of the NCERT Class 6 Science Curiosity textbook for this chapter?
The language of this chapter is Sanskrit.
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NCERT Class 6 Science — Curiosity (Sanskrit) — Chapter 6 — अस्माकं परितः वस्तूनां पर्यवेक्षणम्. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.