Key Points
Key Points: Concept of Sports
- Sports began with human civilisation, as playing is a natural human instinct and early activities like hunting were also seen as games.
- Ancient Indian texts mention many sports, such as dice games (dyut), wrestling, horse and chariot races, and chess.
- Sports provide entertainment and physical exercise, helping people relax and refresh their minds.
- Playing games builds a strong and healthy body by involving regular physical activity.
- Sports develop qualities such as courage, determination, cooperation, leadership, and sportsmanship.
Key Points: Types of Sports
- Sports are of two main types: indoor games and outdoor games.
- Indoor games are played inside closed places, such as chess and carom.
- Outdoor games include Indian sports and international sports.
- Indian outdoor games include Kabaddi, Kho-kho, and Lagori.
- International outdoor games include Cricket, Football, and Hockey.
- Outdoor sports include running races, jumps, throws, and swimming.
- Sports competitions are organised from local to international levels.
Key Points: Globalisation of Sports
- Globalisation has greatly influenced sports in the 20th and 21st centuries.
- International sports matches can now be watched worldwide through television.
- People from non-participating countries can also enjoy international matches.
- Global sports viewership supports the sports economy through advertising and commentary opportunities.
Key Points: Game Materials and Toys
- Toys are the means and equipment used for the entertainment and education of children.
- Clay toys have been found in archaeological excavations.
- These clay toys were made by hand or by using moulds.
- Dolls are mentioned in ancient Indian literature, such as the play Mrichchhakatika.
- Kathasaritsagara describes interesting toys like flying, dancing, and sound-making dolls.
Key Points: Toys and History
- Toys help us understand history, technology, and cultural traditions.
- In Maharashtra, model forts and clay figures are made during Diwali to remember the importance of forts in history.
- An ivory doll made by Indian craftsmen was found in Pompeii in Italy.
- Such toys from excavations show ancient trade and cultural contacts between different nations.
Key Points: Literature and Movies on Sport
- Books and encyclopaedias related to sports are being published today.
- The history of sports such as Mallakhamb has recently been written.
- Sports knowledge is spread through magazines, literature, and television channels.
- Movies such as Mary Kom and Dangal are based on sports personalities.
- Knowledge of sports history is useful for research, movies, and writing.
Key Points: Sports and Professional Opportunities
- Sports and history are closely related, and students of history can work in sports journalism.
- Sports commentators need knowledge of history, statistics, records, and famous players.
- Many professionals are needed to record and manage live sports telecasts on television channels.
- Trained referees and sportspersons have career opportunities, scholarships, and reserved seats in jobs.
Important Questions [17]
- Read the following passage and answer the questions based on. Sports and Greek is a very ancient equation. The Greeks were the first to Standardise the rules of sports and organize them systematically
- Answer the Following Question in 25-30 Words. Explain the Importance of Sports.
- Complete the sentence by choosing the correct option. The ancient event of Olympic competitions used to be held at ______.
- Read the following passage and answer the questions below: Major Dhyan Chand, an expert player of hockey was also the captain of the Indian hockey team. Indian hockey team won a Gold Medal in 1936 at
- Which Features of Cricket Commentary by Bal J. Pandit Can Be Mentioned?
- Complete the following Concept chart :
- Identify the wrong pair in the following and rewrite it: Mallakhamb - Physical Exercise game Kabaddi - Outdoor games Ice Hockey - Adventurous games Atyapatya - Indoor games
- Complete the following concept chart: International sports
- Identify and write the wrong pair in the following set: Column ‘A’ (i) Mallakhamb (ii) Water Polo (iii) Skating (iv) Chess Column ‘B’ Outdoor game based on physical skills
- Explain the following statement with reasons. Major Dhyan Chand is known as the 'Wizard of Hockey'.
- Answer the question in detail. Explain the difference between indoor and outdoor games.
- The wooden dolls made in Maharashtra are known as ______.
- Explain the following statement with reason. Toys can tell us about cultural history.
- Write a note on Toys and Festivals.
- Explain the close tie between sports and history.
- Write a note on Sports and movies.
- Explain the following statement with reason. Running commentaries of cricket broadcasted by Bal. J. Pandit on Akashvani were entertaining.
