Maharashtra Board Class 11 Health And Physical Education Chapter 9 Various Games PDF Download

9. Various Games

The relation between civilization and sports exists from ancient times. Every civilization has its own sports culture, which has developed as per its geographical, climatic and physical conditions. In old days sports were a form of entertainment and used to display bravery. As time progressed professionalism has creeped into it. According to sports journalist Grantland Rice "losing or winning in a game is not important, but the way you play the game is more important".

If we think about the Indian sports field, the youth here is not at all interested in moving towards any other field than cricket, as per a manual published some days ago. The importance of sports is not only limited to raise the image of the country by winning medals but sport have tremendous importance in life.

Sports not only physically conditions the body, it toughens the mental attitude. Realization of a healthy mind in a healthy body has led to a need to remain healthy and fit. One pathway to being healthy and fit is by playing a sport. Sports conditions and strengthens the body, trains the mind to accept victory or loss, but above all sports inculcates a very important life skill self-discipline.

Sporting activity carried out fairly, with strict guidelines and rules enable competitive sports to be enjoyed. Along with rules, competitive sports bring to the fore skill sets and temperament of the sports person. Thus, sports help develop the personality of the individual. Also, sport is no longer just a means of entertainment but a profession. Encouraging participation in sports competition at different levels open a plethora of opportunities for budding talent.

In India, various types of sports and games are played in different parts of this vast and ancient country. Each has its own organizations and governing bodies that are recognized at state and national level. The School Games Federation of India (SGFI) conducts competition in games and sports for school going children at the national level. To participate at the national level the district sports department conducts competitions at the state, division, district and taluka level. The yearly calendar of the SGFI lists the sports and games included or excluded for competitions.

Note: The Health and Physical Education teacher may choose the sport and games that can be encouraged based on the geographic conditions, convenience and availability of equipment. Incorporate entertaining traditional games to highlight local culture and traditions. List of games and sports competitions are given in the QR code.

Objectives

1. To update information about the games included in the sports activities of the schools by School Games Federation of India.

2. To study the rules and regulations of all games included in the list.

3. To develop the skill sets required for all games.

4. To develop personality through sports.

5. To provide information about various competitions held for various games.

Teacher's Note

Sports help our children grow strong and healthy. Many Indian children play cricket, badminton, and kabaddi in their schools and villages.

Exam Trick

Remember: SGFI = School Games Federation of India. This is the main body that makes sports rules for all Indian schools. Write this name clearly in your exam.

Points to Remember

Sports make our body strong and our mind calm and happy.
Sports teach us to win and lose with good feelings.
Self-discipline is the most important thing we learn from sports.
SGFI is the big sports organization for schools in India.
Sports can now become a real job or career for young people.

List Of Some Games And Sports

Teacher's Note

India has many different types of games and sports. Each game teaches different skills and is played in different ways.

Exam Trick

Remember the six types: Invasion, Net, Competitive, Striking, Target, and Lifting games. Make a short list to remember each type easily.

Points to Remember

Invasion games need a ball and a large field like football and hockey.
Net games need a net like badminton and volleyball.
Competitive games are fighting sports like boxing and judo.
Striking games use a bat or stick like cricket.
Target games need accuracy like archery and shooting.

Teacher's Note

Tag games like Kho-Kho are very popular in Indian schools. Children love to play these traditional games that come from our culture.

Exam Trick

Remember: Kho-Kho is an Indian tag game. It is very simple and needs only a field and your friends. Many school competitions have this game.

Points to Remember

Tag games are fast and fun like Kho-Kho and Atya Patya.
Other games include running, swimming, and thinking games.
Athletics means racing and jumping activities.
Yoga is good for your body and mind and comes from India.
Chess is a thinking game that makes your brain sharp.

This is a preview of the first 3 pages. To get the complete book, click below.