Class 9 · Physical Education and Well Being · New NCERT
Chapter 19: Combat Sports
"Combat Sports" is a short chapter of about four pages. Students are likely to learn about sports such as wrestling, boxing, judo and taekwondo, their rules, safety and the discipline they require, and India's achievements in them. It links with the Class 6 Urdu chapter on Mary Kom and with the previous chapter on indigenous martial arts. Safety, respect for opponents and self-control are central messages.
This is chapter 19 of 23 in Khel Praveen, the Class 9 Physical Education and Well Being textbook, in the Sports section, and begins on page 143 of the printed 2026-27 book. It follows "Indigenous Martial Arts and Sport" and is followed by "Outdoor Sports".
The goals in "Combat Sports" 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 "Combat Sports". Let the student lead, explain and demonstrate. This turns learning into shared interest and builds regular physical activity into the family routine.
Participation and reflection matter more than performance in "Combat Sports". Students are encouraged to link what they read with their own routines, to research and present, and to set realistic personal goals. Assessment follows the book's guidance and looks at effort, understanding and attitude as well as skill.
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.