NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit Deepakam: Chapter 1 — वन्दे भारतमातरम्
This chapter, 'वन्दे भारतमातरम्', introduces students to the patriotic song 'Vande Mataram'. It explains that the song was written by the great patriot Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay in his novel 'Anandamath' in 1882. The literal meaning of 'Vande Mataram' is 'I bow to the Mother'. The chapter highlights that the song is composed in both Sanskrit and Bengali languages. It further describes that the song beautifully portrays the form of Mother India, mentioning ancient pilgrimage sites, sacred rivers, and majestic mountain ranges. This chapter aims to instill a sense of patriotism and respect for the nation in Class 7 students, aligning with CBSE's focus on cultural and national values.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 7 |
| Subject | Sanskrit |
| Book | Deepakam |
| Chapter | Chapter 1 — वन्दे भारतमातरम् |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 188 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the origin and author of the 'Vande Mataram' song.
- Learn the meaning of 'Vande Mataram'.
- Identify the languages in which the song is composed.
- Appreciate the description of India's natural and cultural heritage in the song.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| कार्यक्रमषु | in programs |
| आकाशवाण्यां | on the radio |
| शालायां | in school |
| शृणुमः | we hear |
| जिज्ञासा | curiosity |
| देशभक्तः | patriot |
| उपन्यासम् | novel |
| वर्तते | is present |
| वन्दनं | salutation/bowing |
| भाषाद्वये | in two languages |
| वर्ण्यः्यः | described |
| रमणीयम् | beautiful |
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Practice questions
- 'वन्दे मातरम्' इति गीतं कः लिखितवान्? Answer: बबङ्किमचन्द्यः चट्टोपाधयायः लिखितवान्।
- 'वन्दे मातरम्' इति गीतं कस्मिन् उपन्यासे वर्तते? Answer: 'आननदमठः' इति उपन्यासे वर्तते।
- 'वन्दे मातरम्' इत्यस्य कः अर्थः? Answer: 'अहं मातुः वन्दनं करोमि' इति अर्थः।
- एतत् गीतं कयोः भाषायाम् अस्ति? Answer: संस्कृतं बबाङ्गला च इति भाषाद्वये अस्ति।
- अस्मिन् गीते कस्य वर्णनम् अस्ति? Answer: भारतमातुः सवरूपस्य रमणीयम् वर्णनम् अस्ति।
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote the song 'Vande Mataram'?
The song 'Vande Mataram' was written by the great patriot Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay.
In which novel does the song 'Vande Mataram' appear?
The song 'Vande Mataram' appears in the novel 'Anandamath'.
What is the meaning of 'Vande Mataram'?
'Vande Mataram' means 'I bow to the Mother'.
In which languages is the song 'Vande Mataram' composed?
The song is composed in Sanskrit and Bengali.
What is described in the song 'Vande Mataram'?
The song describes the beautiful form of Mother India, including ancient pilgrimage sites, sacred rivers, and majestic mountain ranges.
When was the novel 'Anandamath' written?
The novel 'Anandamath' was written in the year 1882.
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NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit — Deepakam — Chapter 1 — वन्दे भारतमातरम्. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.