Class 9 · Physical Education and Well Being · New NCERT
Chapter 10: The Ancient Olympic Games
"The Ancient Olympic Games" is a chapter of about six pages. Students are likely to learn about the origins of the Games in ancient Greece, the events, the athletes and the role of religion and truce, and how they differed from today's sport. It links with the Social Science history chapters on ancient civilisations. Comparing the ancient Games with the traditional games of India encourages students to see the long, global history of sport.
This is chapter 10 of 23 in Khel Praveen, the Class 9 Physical Education and Well Being textbook, in the Olympism section, and begins on page 82 of the printed 2026-27 book. It follows "Olympic Values" and is followed by "The Modern Olympic Games".
The goals in "The Ancient Olympic Games" go beyond physical skill. Grade 9 students are navigating adolescence, so the book builds resilience, self-regulation and social sensitivity alongside fitness. Teachers can use stories of athletes, case studies and small projects, and adapt activities to the space, equipment and abilities in their school, keeping every student involved.
Try a short family session or discussion based on "The Ancient Olympic Games". Let the student lead, explain and demonstrate. This turns learning into shared interest and builds regular physical activity into the family routine.
This overview is written from the 2026-27 textbook's Contents page, its preface and the chapter title, to help families and teachers prepare. Please read the chapter itself for exact content, activities and exercises.