NCERT Class 8 Sanskrit Ruchira: Chapter 7 — सप्तमः पाठः – भारतजनताऽहम्
This chapter, 'भारतजनता{हम्' from the NCERT Class 8 Sanskrit Ruchira textbook, is a poem by Dr. Ramakant Shukla. It highlights the characteristics of the Indian people. The poem describes the Indian populace as proud yet humble, stronger than a thunderbolt yet softer than a flower. They see the world as one family, choosing both what is pleasing and beneficial. The people are knowledgeable in science, arts, and music, purified by spiritual contemplation. Their songs, dances, and poetry captivate the world, making them full of joy. They love festivals, hard work, travel, and folk games, treating guests as gods. Friendship is their nature, not weakness, and they view the world with a friendly eye. The Indian people are present and active globally, contributing to the world's progress. This chapter helps students understand the unique qualities and global presence of Indian identity.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 8 |
| Subject | Sanskrit |
| Book | Ruchira |
| Chapter | Chapter 7 — सप्तमः पाठः – भारतजनताऽहम् |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 204 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the characteristics of the Indian people as depicted in the poem.
- Learn new Sanskrit vocabulary related to pride, humility, and global presence.
- Appreciate the cultural and spiritual aspects of Indian identity.
- Analyze the poem's message about friendship and global contribution.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| अभिमानध्ना | स्वाभिमान रूपी ध्न वाली (possessing wealth in the form of self-respect) |
| विनयोपेता | विनम्रता से परिर्पू (filled with humility) |
| वुफलिशादपि | वज्र से भी (even from a thunderbolt) |
| कठिना | कठोर (hard, difficult) |
| वुफसुमादपि | पूफल से भी (even from a flower) |
| सुवुफमारा | अत्यंत कोमल (extremely delicate) |
| वसुन्ध्राम् | पृथ्वी को (the Earth) |
| प्रेय: | प्रियकर, रफचिकर (pleasing, likable) |
| श्रेय: | कल्याणकर, कल्याणप्रद (beneficial, welfare-giving) |
| चिनोम्युभयम | दोनों को ही चुनती हूँ (I choose both) |
| अधयात्मसुधतटिनी-स्नानै: | अधयात्मरूपी अमृतमयी नदी में स्नान से (by bathing in the river of spiritual nectar) |
| परिपूता | पवित्रा (purified) |
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Practice questions
- भारतीय जनता कैसी है? Answer: भारतीय जनता स्वाभिमानी, विनम्र, वज्र से भी कठोर और फूल से भी कोमल है।
- भारतीय जनता संसार को क्या मानती है? Answer: भारतीय जनता संसार को अपना कुटुम्ब मानती है।
- भारतीय जनता किन-किन क्षेत्रों में निपुण है? Answer: भारतीय जनता विज्ञान, ज्ञान, साहित्य, कला और संगीत में निपुण है।
- भारतीय जनता की प्रकृति क्या है? Answer: भारतीय जनता की प्रकृति मित्रतापूर्ण है।
- भारतीय जनता संसार को किस दृष्टि से देखती है? Answer: भारतीय जनता संसार को मित्र की दृष्टि से देखती है।
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of the chapter 'भारतजनता{हम्'?
The chapter 'भारतजनता{हम्' highlights the diverse qualities, skills, and nature of the Indian people.
Who is the author of the poem 'भारतजनता{हम्'?
The poem is by Dr. Ramakant Shukla.
How is the Indian populace described in terms of strength and gentleness?
The Indian populace is described as stronger than a thunderbolt (वज्र) yet softer than a flower (पुष्प).
What is the Indian people's view of the world?
They consider the entire world as their family (कुटुम्ब) and view it with a friendly eye (मित्रस्य चक्षुषा).
What are some of the skills and interests of the Indian people mentioned?
They are skilled in science, knowledge, literature, arts, and music, and enjoy festivals, work, travel, and folk games.
What does 'अधयात्मसुधतटिनी-स्नानै:' signify?
It signifies purification through bathing in the river of spiritual nectar, highlighting their spiritual inclination.
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NCERT Class 8 Sanskrit — Ruchira — Chapter 7 — सप्तमः पाठः – भारतजनताऽहम्. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.