NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit Deepakam: Chapter 10 — दशमः कः ?
This chapter, 'दशमः कः ?' (Who is the Tenth?), from NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit Deepakam, begins with a conversation about the Sanskrit Olympiad results. Students discuss who secured the first, second, and third positions, congratulating Vidhyadhar, Hemlata, and Preeti. The teacher then asks about the tenth position, to which the students are unaware. The chapter introduces the concept of ordinal numbers in Sanskrit through this dialogue, highlighting the importance of knowing all positions. It aims to enhance students' understanding of Sanskrit vocabulary and numerical concepts, crucial for their CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 7 |
| Subject | Sanskrit |
| Book | Deepakam |
| Chapter | Chapter 10 — दशमः कः ? |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 131 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand and use Sanskrit ordinal numbers.
- Participate in a conversation about exam results.
- Identify students who achieved specific ranks.
- Learn new Sanskrit vocabulary related to positions and achievements.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| गतसपताहे | last week |
| ओलम्पियाड्-परीक्षा | Olympiad examination |
| प्रथमं | first |
| सथानं | position/place |
| प्राप्ततवान् | obtained/achieved |
| भागं गृहीतवन्तः | participated |
| द्वितीयः | second |
| तृतीये | third |
| अभिननदनम् | congratulations |
| चतुर्थः | fourth |
| पञ्चमी | fifth |
| दशमस्य | of the tenth |
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Practice questions
- संस्कृत-ओलम्पियाड्-परीक्षा कदा अभवत्? Answer: गतसपताहे।
- प्रथमं सथानं कः प्राप्ततवान्? Answer: विद्याधरः।
- तृतीयं सथानं का प्राप्ततवती? Answer: हेमलता।
- दशमस्य विषये छात्राः किं न जानन्ति? Answer: दशमः कः अस्ति इति।
Frequently asked questions
What is the main topic of Chapter 10 of NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit Deepakam?
Chapter 10, 'दशमः कः ?', focuses on discussing exam results and introduces Sanskrit ordinal numbers.
Who secured the first position in the Sanskrit Olympiad mentioned in the chapter?
Vidhyadhar secured the first position.
Which students are congratulated for their achievements?
Vidhyadhar, Hemlata, and Preeti are congratulated.
What is the central question posed by the teacher at the end of the dialogue?
The teacher asks who holds the tenth position.
What is the purpose of this chapter for Class 7 students?
The chapter aims to enhance vocabulary and understanding of ordinal numbers in Sanskrit through a conversational context.
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NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit — Deepakam — Chapter 10 — दशमः कः ?. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.