NCERT Class 9 Sanskrit Sharada: Chapter 10 — णमो अरिहन्ताणम्
This chapter, 'णमो अरिहन्ताणम्', from NCERT Class 9 Sanskrit textbook 'Sharada', introduces the concept of righteous governance through the story of King Nabhi and his son Rishabh. King Nabhi, a capable ruler, faces societal problems like famine and mutual discord. Recognizing these challenges as a test for his son Rishabh's political acumen, he abdicates in Rishabh's favor. Prince Rishabh, upon becoming king, diligently analyzes the root causes of the people's suffering, identifying laziness, agricultural shortcomings, and lack of productivity as primary issues. To address these, he devises various plans for the welfare and happiness of his subjects, emphasizing practical life skills such as agriculture, food preparation, textile manufacturing, and animal husbandry. The chapter highlights the importance of understanding and solving societal problems through thoughtful leadership and skill development, crucial for CBSE learning.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 9 |
| Subject | Sanskrit |
| Book | Sharada |
| Chapter | Chapter 10 — णमो अरिहन्ताणम् |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 145 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the story of King Nabhi and Prince Rishabh.
- Identify the societal problems faced by the people.
- Analyze Rishabh's approach to solving these problems.
- Recognize the importance of life skills like agriculture and animal husbandry.
- Appreciate the principles of good governance and welfare.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| प्रजा | subjects, people |
| महाराजः | great king |
| समर्थः | capable, efficient |
| बुद्धिमती | intelligent |
| करुणाशालिनी | compassionate |
| सर्वगुणसमपन्नः | endowed with all virtues |
| अधीतविद्यः | learned, educated |
| राजनीतिज्ञः | statesman, political expert |
| राज्यभारं | responsibility of the kingdom |
| समर्पयितुम् | to hand over, to entrust |
| दुर्भिक्यं | famine |
| विद्वेषः | hatred, animosity |
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Practice questions
- राजा नाभिः कस्य पुत्रः आसीत्? Answer: राजा नाभिः ॠषभस्य पिता आसीत्।
- समाजस्य काः समसयाः समुदभवन्? Answer: समाजस्य दुर्भिक्यं, जनेषु परसपरं विद्वेषादयः समसयाः समुदभवन्।
- ॠषभः जनानां मूलसमसयाः काः इति ज्ञातवान्? Answer: ॠषभः ज्ञातवान् यत् जनानाम् आलसयं, कृषिकार्ये न्यूनता, प्रजासु उतपादनक्षमतायाः अभावः मूलसमसयाः सन्ति।
- ॠषभः जनानां जीवन-कौशलानि कानि प्रशिक्षितवान्? Answer: ॠषभः कृषिकार्यं, विविधपदार्थः भोजननिर्माणं, तन्तुभिः वस् त्रनिर्माणं, गवाम् अश्वावादीनां पशूनां पालनं चेत्यादीनि जीवन-कौशलानि प्रशिक्षितवान्।
Frequently asked questions
Who was King Nabhi?
King Nabhi was a beloved and capable ruler at the beginning of the eras, skilled in politics and administration.
Who was King Nabhi's son?
King Nabhi's son was Rishabh, who was accomplished in all virtues, educated, and a statesman.
What societal problems arose during King Nabhi's time?
Societal problems like famine and mutual discord among people arose.
What did Rishabh identify as the root causes of the problems?
Rishabh identified laziness, shortcomings in agriculture, and lack of productivity among the people as the root causes.
What life skills did Rishabh teach his subjects?
Rishabh taught skills like agriculture, food preparation, textile manufacturing, and animal husbandry.
What was the main goal of Rishabh's plans?
Rishabh's plans aimed at solving the root problems and ensuring a happy life for his subjects.
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NCERT Class 9 Sanskrit — Sharada — Chapter 10 — णमो अरिहन्ताणम्. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.