Class 11 Physical Education Complete Review

Comprehensive practice flashcards based on Class 11 Physical Education important questions, answers, and concepts.

What are health-related careers, and what are the roles of media, teachers, and physiotherapists in this domain?

Health-related careers are professions concerned with maintaining, improving, and promoting physical and mental health. Media creates awareness about health and fitness; teachers educate students on health, hygiene, and physical education; physiotherapists help people recover from injuries through therapeutic exercises and techniques.

Who was Pierre Baron de Coubertin, and what key historical milestones is he associated with?

Pierre de Coubertin was a French educator and historian known as the father of the modern Olympic Games. He helped revive the Olympic Games, helped establish the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 1894, and supported the first modern Olympic Games held in Athens in 1896.

How are non-violence (Ahimsa) and truthfulness (Satya) defined in Physical Education?

Non-violence (Ahimsa) means not causing physical or mental harm to any living being and promoting peace and kindness. Truthfulness (Satya) means speaking and following the truth while avoiding dishonesty.

What are five major differences between the Ancient Olympic Games and the Modern Olympic Games?

1. Place: Ancient was in Olympia, Greece; Modern in host cities worldwide. 2. Participation: Ancient was mainly Greek men; Modern includes international male and female athletes. 3. Purpose: Ancient was a religious festival for Zeus; Modern is an international sporting competition. 4. Events: Ancient had fewer events; Modern features many sports and disciplines. 5. Prize: Ancient awarded an olive wreath (Kotinos); Modern awards gold, silver, and bronze medals.

What awards were given to winners during the Ancient Olympic Games?

The main prize was an olive wreath (Kotinos). Winners could also receive palm branches and ribbons as symbols of victory. Modern gold, silver, and bronze medals were not used.

What is the role of a school counsellor in the context of Physical Education?

A school counsellor guides students in choosing suitable sports, helps manage sports and study-related stress, encourages healthy lifestyle habits (nutrition, rest, hygiene), motivates participation in PE, and promotes safety awareness and injury prevention.

What key functions does a Physical Education teacher fulfill in a school?

A PE teacher teaches physical activities and sports, develops students' physical fitness and sports skills, promotes discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship, encourages active sports participation, and educates students on healthy lifestyles.

How is leadership defined, and what qualities characterise a good leader?

Leadership is the ability to guide, influence, and motivate a group of people towards achieving a common goal. A good leader demonstrates confidence, responsibility, effective communication, cooperation, and decision-making ability.

What is First Aid, and what procedure does the acronym PRICE represent?

First Aid is immediate and temporary care given to an injured or ill person before professional medical help arrives. PRICE stands for Protection (protecting the injured area), Rest (stopping activity), Ice (applying cold to reduce pain/swelling), Compression (controlling swelling), and Elevation (raising the injured part).

What is a playing surface, and what three key roles does it serve in improving athletic performance?

A playing surface is the area where a sport is performed (e.g., cricket pitch, football field). It improves performance through Safety (reducing injury risk), Performance (influencing speed, movement, balance, and technique), and Consistency (providing suitable conditions for effective execution).

When was the Fit India Movement launched, and what are its main goals?

The Fit India Movement was launched by the Government of India on 29 August 2019. Its goals are to make fitness part of daily life, promote physical fitness and active living, encourage sports participation among students, and raise awareness about healthy living.

What are the primary functions of the International Olympic Committee (IOC)?

The IOC organises and supervises the Olympic Games, promotes Olympic values such as excellence, friendship, respect, and fair play, and collaborates with sports organisations to develop and promote sports globally.

What is the origin and literal meaning of the word Yoga, and what does the practice encompass?

Yoga comes from the Sanskrit word 'Yuj', meaning to join or unite. It is an ancient Indian discipline aimed at creating harmony between body, mind, and spirit through asanas, pranayama, and meditation.

What is the key difference between a disorder and a disability?

A disorder is a disturbance or abnormality in normal physical, mental, emotional, or behavioural functioning. A disability is a condition involving an impairment that creates limitations or difficulty in performing specific activities or fully participating in everyday life.

How are FIT India, Khelo India, and SAI distinguished from each other?

FIT India promotes physical fitness as a daily lifestyle habit; Khelo India promotes sports at the grassroots level to identify and develop young talent; SAI (Sports Authority of India) provides sports support through training, coaching, facilities, and athletic infrastructure.

What is Pranayama, what do its root words mean, and what are four common examples?

Pranayama is a yogic practice of breath regulation and control. 'Prana' means life force/breath and 'Ayama' means extension or control. Examples include Anulom-Vilom, Bhramari, Sheetali, and Bhastrika.

What are the eight limbs (steps) of Ashtanga Yoga in Patanjali's Yoga tradition?

The eight limbs are: 1. Yama (moral/social restraints), 2. Niyama (personal discipline), 3. Asana (physical postures), 4. Pranayama (breath control), 5. Pratyahara (sense withdrawal), 6. Dharana (concentration), 7. Dhyana (meditation), and 8. Samadhi (deep meditative absorption).

What are six major causes of disability?

1. Genetic factors, 2. Birth complications, 3. Accidents and injuries, 4. Diseases and infections, 5. Malnutrition, and 6. Environmental factors.

What are six contributing factors/causes that lead to disorders?

1. Genetic factors, 2. Brain injury, 3. Diseases/infections, 4. Prenatal exposure to harmful substances, 5. Lack of oxygen around birth, and 6. Environmental factors.

What are the five components of Health-Related Fitness?

1. Body Composition, 2. Flexibility, 3. Muscular Strength, 4. Muscular Endurance, and 5. Cardiorespiratory Endurance.

What are the three main objectives (3 Ps) of First Aid?

The three main objectives are: 1. Preserve Life, 2. Prevent Further Harm, and 3. Promote Recovery.

What career paths are available after opting for Physical Education?

Career options include Physical Education Teacher, Coach/Trainer, Fitness Trainer, Sports Manager/Administrator, Sports Journalist/Media Professional, Physiotherapist, Sports Official/Referee, and Sports Entrepreneur.