Sample Question Paper

Physical Education (373)

Time: 3 hrs Maximum Marks: 70

Note:
i. This question paper consists of 38 questions in all.
ii. All questions are compulsory.
iii. Marks are given against each question.
iv. Section A consists of
a. Q.No. 1 to 15 – Multiple Choice type questions (MCQs) carrying 1 mark each. Select and
write the most appropriate option out of the four options given in each of these questions.
b. Q.No. 16 to 25 –Objective type questions carrying 02 marks each (with 2 sub-parts of 1 mark
each). Attempt these questions as per the instructions given for each of the questions.
v. Section B consists of
a. Q.No. 26- to 33 – Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each to be answered in the range of
30 to 50 words.
b. Q.No. 34 to 36 – Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each to be answered in the
range of 50 to 80 words.
c. Q.No. 37 to 38 – Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each to be answered in the range of
80 to 120 words.

S.N Question Marks

1. “Yog” term is derived from which one of the following word? 1

a. Yoga
b. Yum
c. Yuj
d. Yoj

2. In which period was Patanjali yoga sutra written? 1

a. Vedic Period
b. Sutra Period
c. Pre-Vedic Period
d. Medieval Period
3. Write the full form of the sports organization ‘NSNIS’. 1
a. Netaji School of National Interests of Sports
b. National Sports of North India School
c. Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports
 d. National Sports Netaji Subash Indian School

4. BMR stands for 1

a. Beginning Metabolic Rate
b. Basic Metabolic Rate
c. Basal Metabolic Rate
d. Beginner Metabolic Rate

5. “Jogging on the spot” exercise is usually performed to 1

a. Strength development
b. Flexibility development
c. Warm up
d. Cooling down

6. Which one of the following is not an effect of warming-up exercises? 1

a. Nerve receptors work faster
b. Prevents sports injuries
c. Improves flexibility and physical performance
d. Decline blood pressure

7. Which of the following exercises is not an example of Isometric contraction? 1

a. Pushing the wall
b. Pullups
c. Planks
d. Bhujangasana

8. The volume of physical activities can be measured in……… 1

a. Kilograms
b. Playing football
c. Seconds
d. Kilometer per hour

9. Which element is found in high quantity in pulses? 1

a. Carbohydrates
b. Protein
c. Fat
d. Vitamins

10. In which type of tournament, does an individual or team not get a chance after losing a 1
match?
a. League
b. Combination
c. knockout tournaments
d. Challenge Tournament

11. There will be no need of ‘bye’ in knockout tournaments if the numbers of teams are…... 1
a. 6
 b. 8
c. 10
d. 12

12. To which one of the following does ‘Awakening of Kundali’ belong? 1

a. Raj yoga
b. Hath Yoga
c. Bhakti Yoga
d. Ashtang Yoga

13. The technique in yog used for extension of vital energy and life forces through breath 1
control is referred to as
a. Yama
b. Niyam
c. Pranayam
d. Asana

14. Identify the pranayam that resembles the typical humming sound of bees. 1
a. ShitkariPranayam
b. Bhramari Pranayam
c. Ujjayi Pranayam
d. BhastrikaPranayam
15. Identify the most important ‘nadi’ among the following. 1
a. Ida nadi
b. Pingla nadi
c. Shushumna nadi
d. None of the above

16. Fill in the blanks- 1x2

Meghasthenes visited India during the period of ………. and referred to a very elaborate
system of physical training for the……

17. Mark the following statements as true or false- 1x 2

a. The learning process is divided into four domains. True/False

b. In teaching attitude, appreciation and values come under affective domain. True/False

18. Fill in the blanks 1x2

School Health Programme introduced in India………and it reduces the……….. factor.
19. Fill in the blanks 1x2
Yog classifies diet into three types namely………, ……… and tamasic diets.

20. Match the Following- 1x2

Clause A Section B
a. Fat- soluble vitamins (i) Vitamin B,C
b. Water-soluble vitamins (ii) Vitamin A,D, E, K
 (iii) Vitamin H

21. Fill in the blanks 1x2

Anaerobic exercises are performed for the ………..duration of time and with the constant
supply of ………. . (Long/oxygen, Short/oxygen)

22. Mark the following statements as true or false 1x2

a. Extramural competition is tough to manage as compared to intramural. True/False
b. Intramural competition is very tough to manage as compared to Extramural. True/False

23. Fill in the blanks- 1x2

In RICE, R stands for REST, I stands for ICE, C stands for…………., and E stands
for……………..

24. Fill in the blanks- 1x2

The three components of pranayama are poorak ………..and …………….

25. Match the Following- 1x2

Section- I Section - II

a. Bhramari (i) Tranquilizing pranayam

b. Suryabhedi (ii) Cooling Pranayam
(iii) Heating Pranayam
(iv) Balancing Pranayam
26. Give two examples of how athletes can demonstrate good sportsmanship both in victory and 2
defeat.
OR
Explain the goal of Yog in a modern context.
27. Name the eight steps or limbs of Ashtang Yoga identified by maharishi Patanjali. 2
OR
Name of the five Yamas identified by maharishi Patanjali.
28. State any two main aspects of School Health Programme. 2
29. Explain the concept of yogic diet. 2
30. Describe the concept of physical fitness. 2
OR
Explain the aim of Sports training.
31. Differentiate between Aerobic and Anaerobic exercises. 2
32. Explain any five types of Coordinative Abilities. 2
OR
Explain any three principles of Sports training.
33. Explain the types of tournaments. 2
34. What is the role of ethics in sports? 3
35. Highlight the goals of Health Education. 3
 OR
Design action plan for a 'Healthy Snack Day' as part of your school's health program
36. Differentiate between Jal Neti and Sutra Neti. 3
OR
Highlight the purpose and benefits of Tratak Kriya.
37. Explain the concept of learning and stages of learning. 5
OR
How do the physical changes, emotional fluctuations, and social interactions during
adolescence impact an individual's overall development and self-identity?.Explain.
38. Analyse the importance of Hast Mudra used for balancing five elements of body. 5
OR
Explain how to perform the Mula Bandha (Root Lock) and its benefits during a seated
posture. How this practice enhances energy flow and stability. Examine.
 Physical Education (373)
Marking Scheme
S.N Answer Marks
1. c. Yuj 1
2. b. Sutra Period 1
3. c. Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sport 1
4. c. Basal Metabolic Rate 1
5. c. Warm up 1
6. d. Decline blood pressure 1
7. b. Pullups 1
8. c. Seconds 1
9. b. Protein 1
10. c. knockout tournaments 1
11. b. 8 1
12. b. Hath Yoga 1
13. c. Pranayam 1
14. b. Bhramari Pranayam 1
15. c. Shushumna nadi 1
16. Chandragupta maurya, / army. 1x2
17. a. False 1x2
b. True
18. 1940/ Risk health 1x2

19. Sattvic / Rajasic 1x2

20. a. (ii) Vitamin A,D, E, K 1x2

b. (i) Vitamin B,C
21. Short/oxygen 1x2

22. a. True 1x2

b.- False
23. Compression/ 1x2
Elevation
24. Rechak /Kumbhak 1x2

25. a. (i) Tranquilizing pranayam 1x2

b. (iii) Heating Pranayam

26. In victory, athletes show humility by acknowledging opponents, sharing 2

credit, and avoiding arrogance. In defeat, they display grace,
congratulating winners, and
learning from challenges with resilience and respect.
 OR
The goal of yog is to attain the physical and mental wellbeing. In order to
accomplish it, yog makes use of different movements, breathing exercises,
relaxation techniques and meditation. Yog is a way of living with health
and peace of mind. Mind/body awareness can influence mood and self-
esteem to improve quality of life. Yog is the perfect way to ensure overall
health and physical fitness. Some benefits of yog have been listed below:
27. 1.Yam; 2.Niyam, 3.Aasana, 4.Pranayam, 5.Pratyahar, 6. Dharana, 2
7.Dhyan, 8.Samadhi.

OR
1.Ahinsa (non-violence) 2.Satya (truthfulness) 3.Asteya (non-stealing)
4.Brahmacharya (celibacy) 5.Aprigraha (non-possessiveness)
28. i.School health services, 2
ii. School health environment;
29. -The ‘Yogic diet’ is defined as foods that are conducive to yogic practices and 2
progress in spirituality.
-Yog classifies diet into three types namely- Sattvic, Rajasic and Tamasic diets.
30. The ability to perform day to day work without undue fatigue may be 2
termed as physical fitness. It encompasses a wide range of abilities so that
one can carry out daily routine with ease and overcome the physical
challenges during sports competitions.
OR
The aim of sports training is to train an individual or team to achieve top
form and perform better and in a selected sport competition. Different
factors are responsible for achieving top form of maximum efficiency.
Sports training focuses on reaching top form or maximum efficiency.

31. Aerobic exercise- Involves oxygen in energy production, Increases 2

endurance, improves cardiovascular system
Anaerobic exercise-Doesn’t involve oxygen in energy production,
Increases strength, improves bone density, builds up
muscles.
32. i. Orientation ability 2
ii. Coping Ability
iii. Balance Ability
iv. Differentiation ability
v. Rhythmic Ability
vi. Reaction Ability
(explain in brief)

OR
1. Principle of Balance:
2. Principle of Individualization:
 3. Principle of Overload:
4. Principle of Recovery:
5. Principle of Reversibility:
6. Principle of Specificity:
7. Principle of Variation:
8. principle of Transfer:
(Any three points to be explain)
33. TYPE OF TOURNAMENTS- 2
1. Knock- out Tournaments.
2. League Tournaments.
3. Combination Tournament.
4. Challenge Tournament.
34. Ethics in sports ensure fair play, respect, and integrity. Upholding values 3
like honesty, sportsmanship, and respect for opponents fosters a positive
environment and maintains the spirit of competition.
35. The goal of health education should be to bring about beneficial changes in 3
health knowledge, in mind-set, in practice; and not only that but to teach
children a set of rules of hygiene also.
OR

- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and nutritionists to plan nutritious

snacks.
- Set a date and inform students and parents about the event.
- Choose a variety of healthy snacks like fruits, vegetables, whole-grain
options, and low-fat dairy.
- Avoid sugary and processed foods.
- Create posters, flyers, and announcements to educate students about the
importance of healthy snacking.
- Organize workshops on preparing simple, nutritious snacks at home.
- Conduct trivia quizzes to reinforce healthy eating habits.
- Set up booths with colorful and appealing snacks.
- Ensure proper hygiene and safety measures.
- Invite guest speakers to discuss nutrition and balanced eating.
- Encourage students to share their favorite healthy snacks.
- Gather feedback from students, teachers, and parents to assess the
event's impact.
- Identify areas for improvement for future initiatives.
36. Jal Neti : is a process of cleaning nose and surrounding area by passing 3
water through nostrils with the help of a pot filled with luke warm water
saline water
Sutra Neti - In Sutra Neti, a waxed cotton thread is traditionally used to
clean the nasal cavity. This waxed cotton thread is inserted into the nose
and then pulled out from the mouth. Then both ends are held with the
hands and nasal cleaning is done by to and fro motion of the thread.
Nowadays, a rubber catheter is used instead of the thread and it is easily
available in any medical store
 OR
TRATAK KRIYA- Looking intently with blinkless gaze at a small point
until tears are shed is known as Tratak Kriya.

Purpose- Tratak is practised to activate unknown powers of the mind.

Tratak is extremely powerful sadhna.

Benefit: It helps in developing concentration. It strengthens the eye

muscles.

37. Learning is defined a relatively permanent change in 5

behaviour.
Stages –
i. Cognitive stage;
ii. Motor stage;
iii. Autonomous stage
(all points to be explained)

OR
Physical changes: In this stage, the child achieves his/her maximum limit
in physical growth. Bones and muscles achieve their final shape. Growth
and functions of organs are at their peak.

Emotional changes: Emotions such as anger, love, fear, and happiness etc.
are instable, intense, and an individual is unable to control them, and
sometimes are irrational in the beginning of this stage. If things are going
in a right way he may become happy.
Social changes: Adolescents change their relationship with the family.
They separate themselves from their parents. The adolescent gives
importance to the group or circle of his/her friends and becomes loyal to
them rather than their parents.
38. Hast Mudra- The well being of our health can be controlled by the fingers 5
of our hand because the fingers are essentially electrical circuits. It can
adjust the flow of energy. Touching the fingers of hand in different
positions is known as Hast Mudra. The Hast mudra can be used to balance
five vital elements of the body through five fingers of the hand. Each
finger represents each element. These are as follows:
1) Thumb – Agni/ fire element
2) Index finger – Vayu/air element
3) Middle finger – Akash/ space element
4) Ring finger– prithvi/ earth element
5) Little finger – jal/ water element

OR
Mula Bandha-
The Sanskrit word Moola means ‘base, root, and bottom’; Bandha means
‘restrain,hold, lock or closed’. It is also known as ‘root lock’. It is related
to the subtle body.Its physical counterpart is the perineum muscle, which is
located between the anus and the genitals and moves in an upward
direction.

Method:
1. Sit erect in Siddhasana, pressing the perineum with the left heel.
2. Look straight ahead and take a deep breath.
3. Exhale slowly and as the abdomen contracts, close the anal sphincters
tightly &
continuously and then draw them upwards.
4. Hold the contraction for five to ten seconds or as long as possible
without discomfort.
5. Inhale slowly and relax the anal muscles slowly.

Benefits-
1. It tones the digestive system, reproductive organs, and perineum and can
help
women with painful periods.
2. Moola bandha essentially prepares for a spiritual awakening by
activating root
chakra. Duration Perform five turns in the beginning and increase by one
turn every week up to a maximum often turns for gaining the maximum
amount of physical benefit. Relax for about five seconds between the
contractions.
Precautions-
1. Avoid in high blood pressure, heart disease or any major diseases.
2. Should not be done in case of bleeding per rectum.