Indigenous Sports

Credits

02

Lecture

0

Tutorial

0

Practical/Practice

02

Eligibility criteria

Pass in Class 12th

Pre-requisite of the course

NIL

The Learning Objectives of this course are

  • Introduce students to the diverse range of Indigenous Games and Sports.
  • Recognize the role of games and sports in preserving cultural identity and heritage.
  • Engage the students in games to improve their fitness and health.
  • Develop motor skills, coordination and endurance through regular practice and play.
  • Inculcate discipline, values and leadership qualities

The learning Outcomes of this course are

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of the diverse range of traditional games and sports across different regions of India.
  • Apply the techniques learnt for stress management and well-being.
  • Enrich their social skills, leadership qualities and citizenry responsibilities.
  • Create a sports culture among youth.

UNIT- I Indigenous Games and Physical Fitness (16 hours)

Indigenous games and their significance.

On Field Practical

  • Langdi
  • Lagori
  • Zanzeer Khel (Chain Game)
  • Dandasana (Plankthon)
  • Tripad Daud (Three-legged Race)
  • Baadha Paripath (Obstacle Circuit)

Participation in various competitions on the basis of above.

UNIT- II Indigenous Games /Sports and Mental Fitness (16 hours)

Developing Group dynamics and team building

On Field Practical

  • Innovative Ball Games
  • Khajana Khoj (Treasure Hunt)
  • Saanp Sidhi maidan par (Snakes & Ladder on Ground)
  • Pachisi (on field)
  • Innovative Value Education Games

Participation in various competitions on the basis of above.

UNIT- III Recreation and Leisure Games (12 hours)

Leisure activities to relieve stress among youth

On Field Practical

  • Rumaal Jhapatta (Dog & the bone)
  • Andh Patti Khel (Blind fold Games)
  • Chakka Khel (Frisbee Games)
  • Chakma Gaind (Dodgeball)

Participation in various activities on the basis of above.

UNIT- IV Indigenous Sports on International Platform (16 hours)

Pursuit of Excellence in sports among the Youth

On Field Practical

  • Kho-Kho
  • Kabaddi
  • Rassa Kashi (Tug of War)
  • Shatranj (Chess)
  • Dhanur-Kaushal (Archery)

Participation in various sports competitions on the basis of above

Note: The concepts should be explained in the practical classes through various games and sports activities.


Examination scheme and mode: Subject to directions from the Examination Branch/University of Delhi from time to time