NCERT Class 8 Sanskrit Deepakam: Chapter 6 — डिजिभारतम् – युगपरिवर्तनम्
This chapter, "Digit Bharat – Yug Parivartanam" from NCERT Class 8 Sanskrit Deepakam, explores the transformative impact of digital India. It highlights how digital technologies have simplified citizens' lives, making the world feel like a family. The chapter describes a visit to the Prime Minister's Museum in New Delhi, showcasing various digital technologies like holograms, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and AI-based conversational systems. Students experience historical events immersively and witness India's development journey through digital projections. The chapter emphasizes the profound and memorable experience of these digital advancements and their visible influence on daily life, encouraging students to understand this digital revolution.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 8 |
| Subject | Sanskrit |
| Book | Deepakam |
| Chapter | Chapter 6 — डिजिभारतम् – युगपरिवर्तनम् |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 295 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the concept and impact of 'Digital India'.
- Identify and learn about various digital technologies like holograms, AR, and VR.
- Appreciate how digital advancements are transforming daily life and historical experiences.
- Recognize the role of museums in showcasing technological progress.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| डिजिटल्-भारतम् | Digital India |
| पिञ्जसय नोदनेन | With the click of a mouse/button |
| नागरिक-सौविधयं | Citizen convenience |
| डिजिटल्-पटले | On the digital platform |
| हॉलोग्रा्राम् | Hologram |
| वर्धिता-वास्तविकता | Augmented Reality (AR) |
| आभासीया-वास्तविकता | Virtual Reality (VR) |
| कृत््रिमबुद्धि-आधारितं | Based on Artificial Intelligence (AI) |
| संवादयन्त्रं | Conversational machine/system |
| डिजिटल्-प्रक्ेपण-चलच्चित्रं | Digital projection film |
| विकास-यात्रा | Development journey |
| अपूर्वः अनुभवः | Unprecedented experience |
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Practice questions
- प्रधानमन्त्रिसङ्ग्रहालये काः डिजिटल्-प्रौद्योगिक्यः प्रदर्शिताः सन्ति? Answer: प्रधानमन्त्रिसङ्ग्रहालये हॉलोग्रा्राम्, वर्धिता-वास्तविकता (AR), आभासीया-वास्तविकता (VR), कृत््रिमबुद्धि-आधारितं संवादयन्त्रं, डिजिटल्-प्रक्ेपण-चलच्चित्रं च प्रदर्शिताः सन्ति।
- हॉलोग्रा्राम्-द्वारा किं भवति? Answer: हॉलोग्रा्राम्-द्वारा प्रधानमन्त्रिणः भाषणं श्रूयते दृशयते च, येन प्रत्यक्षमेव प्रधानमन्त्री उपविष्टः इति भासते।
- वर्धिता-वास्तविकता (AR) तथा आभासीया-वास्तविकता (VR) इत्यनयोः उपयोगः कः? Answer: AR तथा VR इत्यनयोः उपयोगेन ऐतिहासिकवृत्तानि प्रत्यक्षम् इव अनुभूयन्ते।
- कृत््रिमबुद्धि-आधारितं संवादयन्त्रं किं करोति? Answer: कृत््रिमबुद्धि-आधारितं संवादयन्त्रं सर्वविधप्रश्रानाम् उत्तराणि ददाति।
- डिजिटल्-भारतम् इत्यस्य प्रभावः कुत्र दृश्यते? Answer: डिजिटल्-भारतम् इत्यस्य प्रभावः दैनन्दिने जीवनेऽपि दृश्यते।
Frequently asked questions
What is 'Digital India'?
'Digital India' is a campaign that aims to transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy, making citizen services accessible through digital means.
What technologies were showcased at the Prime Minister's Museum?
The museum showcased technologies like holograms, Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and AI-based conversational systems.
How do AR and VR enhance the museum experience?
AR and VR allow visitors to experience historical events immersively, as if they are present during those times.
What is the function of an AI-based conversational system mentioned in the chapter?
An AI-based conversational system can provide answers to all kinds of questions posed by visitors.
What does a digital projection film show?
A digital projection film in the museum displays the complete development journey of India.
What is the overall impact of digital technology discussed in the chapter?
The chapter emphasizes that digital technology has made citizens' lives simpler and its impact is visible in daily life, signifying a significant change or 'Yug Parivartanam'.
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NCERT Class 8 Sanskrit — Deepakam — Chapter 6 — डिजिभारतम् – युगपरिवर्तनम्. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.