2.
27 Ardhamagadhi
(Second Language)
Introduction 7. acquire skills in reading aloud seen and
unseen passages fluently with proper
Like Sanskrit, Ardhamagadhi is also
articulation, intonation, pronunciation
and ancient classical language. The
and understanding.
principles like non-violence, truth, non-
thieving, etc. enshrined in Ardhamagadhi 8. develop ability to narrate experiences,
have attracted the world scholars. Especially participate in debates and discussions
the principles of truth and nonviolence were and express their views in correct
effectively used by Mahatma Gandhi for language and in logical sequence.
achieving Indian independence. The thoughts 9. develop ability to express ideas from
of Lord Mahavir still guide us. They are the texts in their own language without
extremely useful for mankind. Hence the study sacrificing the content.
of Ardhamagadhi is essential. 10. develop skills in writing composition
Objectives like essay, letters, summaries of given
passages in appropriate language and
To enable students to its idiom.
1. acquire fair knowledge of basic 11. make proper use of dictionary and other
structure of the language and elements reference material.
of grammar as per the syllabus.
12. develop interest in reading literary
2. enrich the vocabulary. passages and appreciating the beauty
of language and ideas in them and
3. listen carefully and with understanding
spoken passage read out to them, 13. cultivate broad human and cultural
lectures talks etc. at a normal outlook through literature read by them.
conversational speed. Specific objectives
4. comprehend different forms of literary To enable the students to
passages (seen & unseen) in their
1. listen to Subhashit, sloks, Geets,
various aspects, structures, significance
carefuly
development of main idea and writer’s
point of view. 2. Know modern Indian Languages better
5. develop ability to take notes of lectures, 3. speak short sentences with proper
prepare report and summaries of pronunciation
conversations, lectures and talks with 4. read interesting stories in
proper speed. Ardhamagadhi
6. acquire skills in reading aloud seen and 5. learn how to use idioms in his own
unseen passages fluently with proper sentences
articulation, intonation pronunciation and 6. enrich the vocabulary in Ardhamagadhi
understanding. and
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7. write a few sentences in Ardhamagadhi recitation.
on any given subjebt.
d. To collect old pictures and coins.
Std. IX
5. Oral Skill
1. Prose
250 lines for detail study
Std. X
100 lines for Rapid Reading
1. Prose
1. Length of each lesson -30 lines
maximum 220 lines for detail study
2. Number of lessons 8 to 10 100 lines for Rapid Reading
2. Poetry 2. Poetry
100 lines for detail study 100 lines for detail study
1. Length of each lesson -50 to 80 lines 3. Grammar
2. Number of lessons 7 to 8 a. Tenses- Present, Past, Future
3. Grammar b. Active and Passive Voice
a. Declensions of nouns and pronouns c. Numerals : From 1 to 100
Nouns : Masculine, Feminine, d. Casual forms and their usage
Common Gender e. comparative and superlative
b. Conjugation degrees.
c. Present participles, potential/ 4. Project work
Passive participles a. To visit the prominent libraries.
4. Project work b. To arrange tours to the Jain,
a. To collect idioms and proverbs. Buddha and Hindu temples.
b. To recite idioms and proverbs. c. To read the rock inscriptions and to
visit the cave.
c. To enlist the special sentences-
formations and easy sentences 5. Oral/Conversational Skill
so as to help conversation and Listening, Loud, Reading, Speaking
and Conversation
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