NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit Deepakam: Chapter 11 — द्वीपेषु रम्यः द्वीपोऽण्डमानःः
This chapter, "द्वीपेषु रम्यः द्वीपोऽण्डमानः" (The Beautiful Island in the Islands: Andaman), from NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit Deepakam, introduces students to the Andaman Islands. The chapter begins with a visual appeal, showing an attractive picture of the place and engaging students in a dialogue about its location. The teacher then points out the Andaman and Nicobar Islands on the map of India, identifying it as one of the Union Territories. The capital is mentioned as 'Shri Vijayapuram', with a note that the British named it 'Port Blair'. Students express eagerness to learn more, and one student, Suryansh, shares his research about the island's name origins. He found that during the Ramayana period, it was called 'Handukman', possibly a variation of 'Hanuman'. Later, in the first century, it was known as 'Agademan' and then 'Angademan', as per official government websites. Deepesh inquires about the island's significant role in India's history, to which the teacher affirms its important contribution. This chapter aims to enhance students' geographical and historical knowledge through Sanskrit.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 7 |
| Subject | Sanskrit |
| Book | Deepakam |
| Chapter | Chapter 11 — द्वीपेषु रम्यः द्वीपोऽण्डमानःः |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 211 |
Learning outcomes
- Identify the Andaman Islands on the map of India.
- Understand the historical names and origins of the Andaman Islands.
- Recognize the Andaman Islands as a Union Territory of India.
- Appreciate the significance of the Andaman Islands in Indian history.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| रमणीयः | beautiful |
| द्वीपः | island |
| आकर्षकं | attractive |
| केन्द्रशासितप्रदेशेषु | in Union Territories |
| राजधानी | capital |
| पूर्वम् | earlier / formerly |
| शासनेन | by the rule / by the administration |
| उत्साहिताः | enthusiastic |
| इचछामः | we wish |
| सङ्केतं | hint / indication |
| अन्वेषणम् | search / investigation |
| परिवर्तितं | changed / transformed |
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Practice questions
- अण्डमान-द्वीपसमूहः भारतस्य कतिषु केन्द्रशासितप्रदेशेषु अन्यतमः अस्ति? Answer: अष्टसु केन्द्रशासितप्रदेशेषु अन्यतमः अस्ति।
- अण्डमान-द्वीपसमूहस्य राजधानी का अस्ति? Answer: श्रीविजययपुरम् अस्ति।
- रामायणकाले अस्य द्वीपस्य नाम किम् आसीत्? Answer: हण्डुकमान् आसीत्।
- प्रथमशताब्द्याद्याम् अस्य नाम किम् आसीत्? Answer: अगादेमन् इति आसीत्।
Frequently asked questions
What is the chapter "द्वीपेषु रम्यः द्वीपोऽण्डमानः" about?
This chapter introduces the Andaman Islands, their geographical location, capital, and historical names.
Where are the Andaman Islands located?
The Andaman Islands are located on the map of India and are one of its Union Territories.
What was the capital of the Andaman Islands mentioned in the chapter?
The chapter mentions 'Shri Vijayapuram' as the capital, noting that the British had named it 'Port Blair'.
What was the name of the Andaman Islands during the Ramayana period?
During the Ramayana period, the island was called 'Handukman'.
What does 'Handukman' possibly relate to?
'Handukman' is likely a changed form of the word 'Hanuman'.
What were the earlier names of the Andaman Islands mentioned?
In the first century, it was named 'Agademan', and later it became 'Angademan'.
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NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit — Deepakam — Chapter 11 — द्वीपेषु रम्यः द्वीपोऽण्डमानःः. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.