NCERT Class 7 Arts Kriti: Chapter 10 — Dance and Sculpture
This chapter, "Dance," from NCERT Class 7 Arts Kriti, introduces students to the world of dance as an art form and its connection to other disciplines like sculpture. It emphasizes understanding body movements in relation to geometrical shapes, exploring the interrelationship between arts, and learning basic dance units like feet movement and rhythm. The chapter also covers jumps, pirouettes, and the expression of emotions through dance. Pedagogical principles include using hand gestures, understanding Indian dance forms, gender sensitization, and exploring contemporary dance. Curricular goals focus on developing openness to explore and express through art, with a specific competency in confidently expressing experiences through dance and movement activities. This chapter aims to foster emotional well-being and cultural understanding through the appreciation of dance.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 7 |
| Subject | Arts |
| Book | Kriti |
| Chapter | Chapter 10 — Dance and Sculpture |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 307 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand body movements in relation to geometrical shapes.
- Explore the interrelationship of dance with sculpture.
- Learn basic units of dance, focusing on feet movement and rhythm.
- Express emotions through dance and movement.
- Understand the cultural diversity of India through its dance forms.
- Develop confidence in expressing personal experiences through dance.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nṛityaśhāstra | knowledge of dance |
| śhilpaśhatra | principles of sculpture |
| postures | positions of the body |
| rhythm | a strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound |
| pirouettes | a rapid turn on one foot |
| contemporary | belonging to or occurring in the present |
| holistic | characterized by the belief that the parts of something are intimately interconnected and explicable only by reference to the whole |
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Practice questions
- According to the Vishnudharmottara Purana quote, why is knowledge of dance important for understanding sculpture? Answer: Without the knowledge of dance, the principles of sculpture are very difficult to understand.
- What is one of the pedagogical principles mentioned for teachers regarding body movements? Answer: Help children understand body movements in relation to geometrical shapes to try out comfortable and challenging postures.
- Name two types of Indian dance forms mentioned in the chapter. Answer: Classical and traditional forms.
- What is a key curricular goal related to self-expression? Answer: Develops openness to explore and express themselves through various art forms.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main idea of NCERT Class 7 Arts Kriti Chapter 10?
The chapter introduces students to dance as an art form, its connection to sculpture, basic movements, Indian dance traditions, and emotional expression through dance.
What is the significance of hand gestures in dance according to the chapter?
Hand gestures are mentioned as a communication medium in dance.
What are the physical benefits of learning jumps and pirouettes?
Learning jumps and pirouettes is physically beneficial for children.
How does the chapter promote cultural understanding?
By introducing students to various classical and traditional dance forms of India, fostering an understanding of cultural diversity.
What is the role of teamwork in dance as per the chapter?
Teamwork and collaborative effort are important in producing dance.
What does CG-1 refer to in the curricular goals?
CG-1 refers to the goal of developing openness to explore and express oneself through various art forms.
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NCERT Class 7 Arts — Kriti — Chapter 10 — Dance and Sculpture. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.