Hu Tu Tu (Kabaddi) – Class 4 EVS NCERT Solutions

Explore the solutions for Hu Tu Tu (Kabaddi), Class 4 EVS NCERT. This chapter teaches us important lessons about teamwork, following rules, gender equality in sports, and the rich cultural heritage of traditional Indian games. Through the story of Kabaddi and inspiring sports personalities, we learn how determination and practice can help us overcome obstacles.

Chapter Summary (English)

The chapter “Hu Tu Tu” introduces us to the traditional Indian game of Kabaddi through an exciting match scenario. It describes how Shyamala, despite being caught by six players, manages to touch the center line and win the game for her team. The chapter then explores various aspects of Kabaddi, including its rules, the importance of coordination, and breath control. It also shares inspiring stories of women in sports, including Karnam Malleshwari, a weightlifter, and three sisters who promoted Kabaddi during times when girls were discouraged from playing outdoor games.

अध्याय सारांश (Hindi)

अध्याय “हू टू टू” पारंपरिक भारतीय खेल कबड्डी को एक रोमांचक मैच के माध्यम से प्रस्तुत करता है। यह बताता है कि कैसे श्यामला, छह खिलाड़ियों द्वारा पकड़े जाने के बावजूद, केंद्र रेखा को छूकर अपनी टीम के लिए खेल जीतती है। अध्याय में कबड्डी के विभिन्न पहलुओं, जैसे नियम, समन्वय का महत्व और सांस नियंत्रण की चर्चा की गई है। यह खेल में महिलाओं की सफलता की प्रेरणादायक कहानियां भी साझा करता है, जिसमें वेटलिफ्टर करनम मल्लेश्वरी और तीन बहनों की कहानी शामिल है, जिन्होंने उस समय कबड्डी को बढ़ावा दिया जब लड़कियों को आउटडोर खेल खेलने से हतोत्साहित किया जाता था।

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Exercise Solutions

Initial Questions

1. When you play Kabaddi, how many players do you have in a team?

In a standard game of Kabaddi, each team has 7 players on the court and 5 reserve players. So, a total of 12 players make up one team. During the game, 7 players from each team play on the court at a time. This number is perfect for the game as it allows proper formation for both attack and defense.

2. How many players got out when Shyamala touched the line?

When Shyamala touched the line, all six players who were holding her got out. This happened because according to Kabaddi rules, if a raider touches the center line while being held by defenders, all the defenders holding the raider get out. In this case, since all six players were holding Shyamala when she managed to touch the line, they all got out at once.

3. Do you have ways to resolve disputes in games?

Yes, there are several ways we resolve disputes in games:

• We first discuss the matter calmly with all players involved and try to understand what exactly happened.
• We refer to the game’s rules and follow what they say about the specific situation.
• If there’s a referee or teacher present, we accept their decision as final.
• Sometimes we even replay the disputed move to ensure fair play.
• Most importantly, we remember that maintaining friendships is more important than winning the game.

General Questions from Text

1. Make a picture in your notebook to show how Shyamala managed to get the entire opposing team ‘out’ in one go.

As a student, I would draw a picture showing:

• A central line clearly marked in the middle of the court
• Shyamala stretching towards the central line
• Six players surrounding her – some holding her legs, some her arms, and one holding her waist
• Shyamala’s hand just touching the central line
• Labels showing the positions of all players

2. What does it mean to be out in games? When does one get ‘out’ in Kabaddi?

In games, being ‘out’ means that a player can no longer actively participate in that round of the game. In Kabaddi, a player can get ‘out’ in several ways:

• When a raider is caught by defenders and fails to return to their court
• When a raider goes out of bounds or crosses the boundary line
• When a defender touches a raider who has completed a successful raid
• When a player is touched by the raider during a raid
• When defenders holding a raider fail to prevent them from reaching the center line

3. Name some games in which it is very important to touch the players?

Several games involve touching players as a key element:

• Kho-Kho – Players must touch team members to give them their turn
• Chain Tag (Pakdam Pakdai) – Players must touch others to catch them
• Hide and Seek (with touching) – The seeker must touch players to catch them
• London Bridge – Players touch each other to form the bridge
• Duck Duck Goose – Players touch others on the head to select the ‘goose’

4. What are some other games in which the central line is very important?

Several games use a central line as a crucial element:

• Volleyball – The central line divides the two teams’ courts
• Tug of War – Players must not cross the central line while pulling
• Badminton – The net acts as a central line dividing the court
• Tennis – The net serves as a central dividing line
• Chess – The center line plays a strategic role in controlling the board

5. What are the games in which, besides the players, you have to touch some things or colours?

Many games involve touching objects or colors:

• Hopscotch – Players must touch specific numbered squares
• Color-Color – Players must touch objects of the called-out color
• Musical Chairs – Players must touch and sit on chairs
• Statue – Players must touch specific objects while freezing
• Four Corners – Players must touch corner spots in the game area

Activity Questions

1. Try to hold your breath and keep saying Kabaddi-Kabaddi. How many times could you say it?

When I tried this activity while sitting calmly, I could say “Kabaddi-Kabaddi” about 15-20 times in one breath. This exercise helped me understand the importance of breath control in Kabaddi. It’s important to note that this number can vary for different people based on their lung capacity and practice.

2. How many times can you say it while playing Kabaddi? Is there any difference?

While playing Kabaddi, I could only say “Kabaddi-Kabaddi” about 8-10 times because:

• Physical activity makes breathing faster and more difficult
• Running and dodging requires more oxygen
• Stress and excitement of the game affects breath control
• Need to focus on multiple things like running, dodging, and chanting

Questions about Playing

1. Do you play Kabaddi? Is there a girls’ Kabaddi team in your school?

Yes, I play Kabaddi during our sports period and sometimes after school with my friends. Our school has both boys’ and girls’ Kabaddi teams that practice regularly. The girls’ team participates in inter-school tournaments and has won several competitions. This shows that our school promotes gender equality in sports and encourages all students to participate actively.

2. Do you think that your grandmother played Kabaddi when they were your age? Ask them.

When I asked my grandmother, she told me that during her childhood, girls were usually not allowed to play Kabaddi. In her time:

• Most girls were restricted to indoor games
• Kabaddi was considered a “boys’ game”
• There were strict social rules about girls playing outdoor games
• Some girls would secretly play when adults weren’t watching
• Things have changed a lot since then, and now girls actively participate in all sports

3. Do girls in your area play Kabaddi or any other outdoor game? If there are girls who do not play, then what are the reasons for them not playing?

In my area, many girls play outdoor games including Kabaddi. However, some girls don’t play because:

• Some parents worry about injuries in physical games
• A few families still consider outdoor games unsuitable for girls
• Some girls have too many household responsibilities
• Lack of proper playgrounds or coaching facilities
• Some girls prefer indoor activities or different sports

Questions about Coaching

1. Have you learnt any game from a coach? Which one?

Yes, I have learned Kabaddi from our school’s sports coach. Our coach teaches us:

• Proper techniques for raiding and defending
• Breathing exercises to improve breath control
• Strategies for team coordination
• Rules and regulations of the game
• Physical fitness exercises to improve stamina

2. Do you know of anyone who has learnt any game from a coach?

Yes, I know several friends who learn different games from coaches:

• My friend Riya learns basketball from a professional coach
• Ram takes cricket coaching at a local academy
• Meera is learning badminton from a district-level coach
• Several classmates attend football coaching
• Our neighbor’s daughter learns table tennis from a certified coach

Discussion Questions (Continued)

1. How does a coach teach? How does a coach make a player practice? How hard do you think the players have to work?

A coach teaches in many ways:

• Demonstrates proper techniques and movements
• Conducts regular practice sessions with warm-up exercises
• Provides individual attention to each player’s weaknesses
• Organizes practice matches and drills
• Gives feedback for improvement

• Wake up early for morning practice
• Follow strict diet and exercise routines
• Practice for several hours daily
• Maintain physical fitness
• Balance sports with studies

2. Have you ever thought of making a club for your favourite game?

Yes, I have thought about making a sports club. Here’s what I would do:

• Invite interested friends and classmates to join
• Set up regular practice times after school
• Create basic rules for the club members
• Organize friendly matches between members
• Share skills and techniques with each other
• Ask a teacher or senior student to guide us

3. Imagine that there are 15 children to play Kho-Kho. They must form two teams with equal numbers (7 each). Then one player will be left. What will you do if this happens? Have you ever become the ‘extra person’ in the middle? Write about this.

When there’s an extra player in Kho-Kho, we can handle it in several ways:

• The extra player can be the referee or score keeper
• We can rotate players after each round so everyone gets to play
• The extra person can be a substitute player for both teams
• They can help in managing the game timing

• I kept score for both teams
• Helped in settling disputes
• Got to substitute for players who needed rest
• Learned a lot by watching the game closely

4. Every game has some rules. The game is played according to those rules. Let us see what happens if the rules are changed. For example – In cricket, a batsman gets ‘out’, if the bails fall off the stumps. Imagine if there is a rule that the entire team will be ‘out’, if all the three stumps fall. Would it be fun!

Changing rules can make games more interesting and challenging. In the cricket example:

• Teams would be extra careful to protect their stumps
• Bowlers would try harder to hit all three stumps
• The game would become more exciting
• Teams might develop new strategies
• It would add an interesting twist to the traditional game

5. Try and play the game with this rule. Similarly, make some rules for other games and play.

Here are some creative rule changes for different games:

• Kabaddi: Raider must hop on one foot while raiding
• Basketball: Points count double if scored with left hand
• Football: Goals only count if scored from outside the box
• Badminton: Players must switch racket hands after every point
• Kho-Kho: Runners must move in zig-zag pattern