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Maharashtra Board · Class 10 · History and Political Science
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What is the main value of sports in daily life?
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Sports combine entertainment and physical exercise. They help the body stay fit, refresh the mind, and reduce worry and suffering.
How do games help build good character?
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Games build courage, determination, sportsmanship, cooperation, team spirit, and leadership. Team games are especially useful for learning cooperation.
Why is play called a natural human instinct?
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People have played games since the beginning of civilisation. Even in ancient times, play and hunting were linked with daily life and survival.
What ancient games are mentioned in Indian literature and epics?
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Games of dice, wrestling, horse and chariot races, and chess are mentioned in ancient Indian literature and epics.
What is the difference between indoor games and outdoor games?
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Indoor games are played in a closed place and many are played while sitting. Outdoor games are played in open spaces and include both Indian and international sports.
Name some indoor games.
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Chess, card games, games played with gamesmen and dice, carom, Kachkavadya or Chaukabara, Sagargote, and Bhatukali are indoor games.
Why is Sagargote often linked with girls' play?
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Sagargote is played with a bunch of seeds or stones and is usually played by girls.
What is Bhatukali?
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Bhatukali means playing house. It is usually played by girls, but the whole family can join, especially during the mock wedding of dolls.
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