NCERT Class 9 Sanskrit Sharada: Chapter 4 — परिशिष्टम्
This chapter, "न खलु वयस्तेजसो हेतुः" (Not by age alone is greatness achieved), from the NCERT Class 9 Sanskrit textbook 'Sharada', commemorates India's Amrit Mahotsav and pays tribute to the countless known and unknown freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives for India's independence. It focuses on Khudiram, a brave young revolutionary from Bengal. The chapter details his birth in 1889 in Medinipur, Bengal, to parents Trailokyanath and Lakshmipriya Devi. Orphaned at a young age, he was raised by his elder sister Aparupa Devi. Even as a child, Khudiram was extraordinary, uninterested in typical childhood games, and deeply pained by the injustices faced by his countrymen. The chapter highlights the British Viceroy Curzon's decision to partition Bengal in 1905 to suppress the revolutionary spirit, which sparked the 'Bangabhanga Andolan' (Anti-Partition Movement). Though only fifteen, Khudiram was inspired by patriotism and joined this movement, driven by the desire to liberate Mother India from British bondage.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 9 |
| Subject | Sanskrit |
| Book | Sharada |
| Chapter | Chapter 4 — परिशिष्टम् |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 226 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the significance of India's freedom struggle and the sacrifices made.
- Learn about the revolutionary Khudiram and his early life.
- Recognize the historical context of the Bangabhanga Andolan.
- Appreciate the spirit of patriotism and sacrifice for the nation.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| अमृतमहोत्सववर्षं | Amrit Mahotsav year (celebration of 75 years of independence) |
| क्रान्तिवीरः | Revolutionary hero |
| आहुतिरूपेण | As an offering/sacrifice |
| कृतज्ञताभावनेन | With a feeling of gratitude |
| तेजस्वी | Radiant, brilliant, energetic |
| बालक्रान्तिवीरः | Young revolutionary hero |
| सशस्त्रान्दोलने | In the armed movement |
| अग्रसरः | Foremost, leading |
| जनपदे | In the district |
| दिवङ्गतौ | Passed away |
| असाधारणः | Extraordinary |
| अत्याचारान् | Injustices, atrocities |
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Practice questions
- भारतस्य स्वतन्त्रतायै केन समर्पितवन्तः? Answer: ज्ञाताः अज्ञाताः च क्रान्तिवीराः देशाय स्वातन्त्र्यं दातुं स्वीयपरिवारं जीववनं च आहुतिरूपेण समर्पितवन्तः।
- खुदीरामस्य जन्म कुत्र अभवत्? Answer: खुदीरामस्य जन्म बङ्गप्रान्ते मेदिनीपुरजनपदे मोहोबनी-ग्रामे अभवत्।
- खुदीरामस्य बाल्यकाले कः तस्य पालनं पोषणं च कृतवान्? Answer: खुदीरामस्य बाल्यकाले एवव तस्य पितरौ दिववङ्गतौ, अतः तस्य अग्रजयया अपरूपादेव्या एवव पालनं पोषणं च कृतम्।
- वायसरायः कर्जनः बङ्गप्रान्तस्य विभाजनं किं कृत्वा निश्चितवान्? Answer: वायसरायः कर्जनः बङ्गप्रान्तस्य वीरत्वं दमयितुम्, उत्साहं धवंसयितुं, देशभक्तिं मर्दयितुं च बङ्गप्रान्तस्य विभाजनं निश्चितवान्।
- बङ्गभङ्ग-आन्दोलनस्य नाम किम्? Answer: बङ्गप्रान्तस्य विभाजनस्य जनान्दोलनस्य नाम बङ्गभङ्ग-आन्दोलनम् इति।
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of Chapter 4 of NCERT Class 9 Sanskrit 'Sharada'?
Chapter 4, 'न खलु वयस्तेजसो हेतुः', focuses on India's freedom struggle and honors the sacrifices of freedom fighters, particularly highlighting the young revolutionary Khudiram.
When and where was Khudiram born?
Khudiram was born in the year 1889 on the third day of December in the village Mohoboni, Medinipur district, Bengal province.
Who raised Khudiram after his parents passed away?
After his parents passed away during his childhood, Khudiram was raised and nurtured by his elder sister, Aparupa Devi.
What historical event is discussed in relation to Khudiram's early activism?
The chapter discusses the Partition of Bengal (Bangabhanga Andolan) in 1905, which Khudiram, at the age of fifteen, joined inspired by patriotism.
What was the reason behind the partition of Bengal in 1905?
The then Viceroy of India, Curzon, decided to partition Bengal to suppress the revolutionary spirit, quell the enthusiasm, and crush the patriotism of the people.
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NCERT Class 9 Sanskrit — Sharada — Chapter 4 — परिशिष्टम्. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.