NCERT Class 8 Sanskrit Deepakam: Chapter 5 — गीता सुगीता कर्तव्या
This chapter, 'Geeta Sugita Kartavya' from the NCERT Class 8 Sanskrit Deepakam textbook, introduces the significance of the Bhagavad Gita. It begins with a quote emphasizing the Gita's divine origin and superiority over other scriptures. A dialogue between Ramesh and his father explains that the Gita is Lord Krishna's discourse to Arjuna during the Kurukshetra war, aimed at fulfilling his duty. The chapter highlights that 'Sugita Kartavya' means the Gita should be practiced diligently, read with understanding, and its teachings applied in daily life. It then presents two verses from the Gita: the first describes a 'Sthitadhi Muni' (a person of steady intellect) who remains undisturbed by sorrow and detached from pleasure, free from desire, fear, and anger. The second verse explains the destructive chain reaction starting from anger, leading to delusion, loss of memory, destruction of intellect, and ultimately, ruin. This chapter helps students understand the core principles of the Gita and their relevance to leading a balanced life, crucial for CBSE learning.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 8 |
| Subject | Sanskrit |
| Book | Deepakam |
| Chapter | Chapter 5 — गीता सुगीता कर्तव्या |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 299 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the significance of the Bhagavad Gita.
- Learn the meaning of 'Sugita Kartavya' in relation to the Gita.
- Identify the characteristics of a person with steady intellect (Sthitadhi Muni).
- Understand the destructive consequences of anger as explained in the Gita.
- Apply Gita's teachings to daily life for personal development.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| कर्तव्या | to be done |
| शास्त्रविसतरैः | expanses of scriptures |
| मुखपद्मात् | from the lotus-like mouth |
| कुरुक्षेत्रे | in Kurukshetra |
| ससङ्ग्रामः | battle |
| युद्धपराङ्मुखम् | averse to fighting |
| उपदिष्टवान् | instructed |
| अनुपालनीयाः | to be followed |
| अनुद्विगनमनाः | mind not agitated |
| विगतसपृहः | desireless |
| वीतरागभयक्रोधः | free from attachment, fear, and anger |
| स्थितधीः | one of steady intellect |
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Practice questions
- गीता का महत्त्व क्या है? Answer: गीता भगवान् श्रीकृष्ण का अर्जुन को दिया गया उपदेश है, जो कर्तव्य पालन के लिए प्रेरित करता है और अन्य शास्त्रों से श्रेष्ठ माना जाता है।
- गीता को 'सुगीता कर्तव्या' क्यों कहा गया है? Answer: क्योंकि गीता का अभ्यास समयक् रूप से करना चाहिए, उत्तम भाव से पढ़ना चाहिए और उसके उपदेशों को जीवन में अपनाना चाहिए।
- स्थितधी मुनि की क्या विशेषताएँ हैं? Answer: स्थितधी मुनि दुःखों से विचलित नहीं होता, सुखों की इच्छा नहीं रखता, और राग, भय तथा क्रोध से मुक्त होता है।
- क्रोध से क्या-क्या उत्पन्न होता है? Answer: क्रोध से सम्मोह (अविवेक), सम्मोह से स्मृतिविभ्रम (स्मृति का नाश), स्मृतिभ्रंश से बुद्धिनाश और बुद्धिनाश से व्यक्ति का विनाश होता है।
Frequently asked questions
What is the Bhagavad Gita?
The Bhagavad Gita is a discourse given by Lord Krishna to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, guiding him to fulfill his duty.
Why is the Gita called 'Sugita Kartavya'?
'Sugita Kartavya' means that the Gita should be practiced properly, read with understanding, and its teachings should be followed in life.
Who is described as a 'Sthitadhi Muni'?
A 'Sthitadhi Muni' is a person of steady intellect who remains undisturbed by sorrows, is free from desires for pleasures, and is devoid of attachment, fear, and anger.
What is the consequence of anger according to the Gita?
Anger leads to delusion, which causes loss of memory, destruction of intellect, and ultimately, the ruin of the individual.
Where did Lord Krishna deliver the teachings of the Gita?
Lord Krishna delivered the teachings of the Gita to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra.
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NCERT Class 8 Sanskrit — Deepakam — Chapter 5 — गीता सुगीता कर्तव्या. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.