CBSE Class 12 Sanskrit NCERT Solutions: दारिद्रये दुर्लभं सत्त्वम्
CBSE Class 12 Sanskrit, Chapter 7, 'दारिद्रये दुर्लभं सत्त्वम्' (Virtue is Rare in Poverty), presents an excerpt from Mahakavi Bhasa's play 'Charudattam'. It introduces Charudatta, a formerly affluent nobleman from Ujjain, celebrated for his generosity and love of arts. Despite falling into poverty due to his charitable deeds, Charudatta's noble character remains intact. The chapter also features his loyal friend, Maitreya, who stands by him through thick and thin. The initial scenes, as explored in the solutions, depict the Sutradhar's discussion with the Nati regarding the household's limited resources, effectively establishing Charudatta's challenging situation. These solutions aim to deepen students' comprehension of the Sanskrit text, the dynamics between characters, and the central themes of integrity and companionship amidst adversity, thereby supporting their academic preparation.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 12 |
| Subject | संस्कृत |
| Session | 2026 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Type | NCERT Solutions |
| Chapter | 7. दारिद्र्ये दुर्लभं सत्त्वम् |
Chapter summary
Chapter 7, 'दारिद्रये दुर्लभं सत्त्वम्', presents an excerpt from Mahakavi Bhasa's 'Charudattam'. It focuses on the protagonist Charudatta, who, despite his poverty, retains his noble qualities. The solutions explain the initial dramatic setup, including the Sutradhar's dialogue revealing the household's financial struggles and the introduction of the loyal friend Maitreya. This chapter's exercises help students grasp the Sanskrit text, understand character interactions, and appreciate the theme of enduring virtue amidst adversity.
Learning outcomes
- Understand the story and characters of 'Charudattam'.
- Analyze the theme of maintaining virtue in poverty.
- Learn about the role of the Sutradhar and Nati in Sanskrit drama.
- Improve comprehension of Sanskrit prose and dramatic dialogues.
- Identify the significance of friendship in difficult times.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Introduction to Charudattam
- Charudatta's character and circumstances
- Maitreya's friendship
- Sutradhar's role
- Nati's dialogue
- Theme of virtue in poverty
- Sanskrit dramatic conventions
- Analysis of initial dramatic scenes
Important topics
- Charudatta's character and his enduring virtue
- The theme of friendship in adversity
- Understanding the dramatic structure of the excerpt
- Significance of maintaining nobility despite poverty
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Questions and Solutions
पाठ 7: दारिद्रये दुर्लभं सत्त्वम्
पाठ 7: दारिद्रये दुर्लभं सत्त्वम्
Common mistakes
- Misinterpreting the financial situation of Charudatta.
- Confusing the roles of Sutradhar and Maitreya.
- Difficulty in understanding the nuances of Sanskrit dramatic language.
- Overlooking the importance of maintaining character despite hardship.
Revision tips
- Read the original Sanskrit text carefully alongside the simplified explanations.
- Focus on understanding the character motivations of Charudatta and Maitreya.
- Pay attention to the dramatic context and the initial dialogues.
- Practice translating key Sanskrit phrases and sentences from the excerpt.
Practice MCQs
Q1. नाटकस्य नायकः कः अस्ति?
Explanation: पाठस्य आरम्भे एव उक्तं अस्ति यत् नाटकस्य नायकः चारुदत्तः अस्ति।
Q2. चारुदत्तः कुत्रवासी आसीत्?
Explanation: पाठानुसारं चारुदत्तः उज्जयिनीवासी आसीत्।
Q3. चारुदत्तः पूर्वं कीदृशः आसीत्?
Explanation: पाठस्य सरलार्थानुसारं चारुदत्तः पूर्वं धनवान् आसीत्, परं उदारतावश दरिद्रो जातः।
Q4. सूत्रधारस्य मित्रं कः अस्ति?
Explanation: पाठस्य प्रसंगानुसारं मैत्रेयः चारुदत्तस्य मित्रम् अस्ति, न तु सूत्रधारस्य।
Q5. 'दारिद्रये दुर्लभं सत्त्वम्' पाठः कस्मात् नाटकातः सङ्कलितः?
Explanation: प्रस्तुतः पाठः 'चारुदत्तं' नाटकस्य प्रथमाङ्कात् सङ्कलितः इति पाठे स्पष्टम् उक्तम् अस्ति।
Frequently asked questions
यह पाठ किस नाटक से लिया गया है?
यह पाठ महाकवि भास द्वारा रचित 'चारुदत्तम्' नाटक के प्रथम अंक से संकलित है।
पाठ का मुख्य पात्र कौन है?
पाठ का मुख्य पात्र चारुदत्त है, जो उज्जयिनी का एक उदार और परोपकारी व्यक्ति है।
चारुदत्त की वर्तमान स्थिति क्या है?
चारुदत्त अपनी उदारता और दान के कारण अब दरिद्र हो गया है, लेकिन वह अपनी अच्छाई नहीं छोड़ता।
मैत्रेय कौन है और उसका चारुदत्त से क्या संबंध है?
मैत्रेय चारुदत्त का मित्र है, जो विपत्ति में भी उसका विश्वासपात्र बना रहता है।
सूत्रधार और नटी की भूमिका क्या है?
सूत्रधार नाटक का व्यवस्थापक होता है और नटी एक अभिनेत्री। वे नाटक के आरम्भ में वार्तालाप करते हैं।
इस पाठ से क्या मुख्य संदेश मिलता है?
इस पाठ से यह संदेश मिलता है कि दरिद्रता में भी अपने अच्छे गुणों और चरित्र को बनाए रखना दुर्लभ है।
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