Games and sports are not only important for success in studio
but it is important for success in every walks of our life. Games and sports
include all outdoor and indoor games and also athletics. In ancient Greece, they
formed the principal part of education. In the advanced countries of the
present-day also they are a regular feature of the school and college
curriculum.
Games and sports may be of various kinds. Apart from school or
college sports, boys and girls may practice races, jumps, discuss throw and
javelin throw and thus pass their afternoon in useful activities. They may play
various games like football, cricket, hockey, volleyball, basketball, badminton
etc.
School and College Games and sports are annual affairs. Sports
are generally held in winter months. Students take part in various games like
high and long jumps, pole vault, go-as-you like and different kind of races.
These annual sports foster a competitive spirit and sportsmanship. It is an important part of a student’s life.
Sometimes inter class tournaments are held in relation to
football, hockey, cricket, tennis, cycling, volleyball, badminton, etc. These
games foster team spirit among the participants and make them disciplined.
The importance of games and sports can never be minimized.
First of all, they are good exercises and help to build fine,
physique for the boys and girls. They make them mentally alert and physically
strong. Further, good health is one of the most important benefits of games and
sports.
Secondly, students learn to cope with difficult situations. By
displaying their feats before many spectators, they can overcome their
nervousness.
Thirdly, games and sports are good diversions and give them
energy to learn their lessons well.
Fourthly, it gives the necessary break from the everyday
monotonous life.
Fifthly, games and sports help to build a sense of cooperation
and team-spirit in an individual. Sports like cricket, football, etc. are won
by the collective efforts of all the members of the team.
For
these reasons, every civilized nation values the importance of games and sports
and spends a large sum of money on improving the standard of games and sports
among its players and athletes. The standard of games and sports in India is
far from satisfactory. So, the Government should take steps to improve this
standard.
ARYAN VERMA
10-C
THE MANN SCHOOL
