The CBSE Class 10 Sanskrit exam is an important milestone for students studying Sanskrit as it assesses their knowledge and understanding of the language. To excel in the exam, it is crucial to have a good grasp of important shlokas or verses that are frequently asked in the question paper. Memorizing these shlokas not only helps in scoring well but also enhances overall understanding of the subject.



Here are a few important shlokas or verses that you should remember for the CBSE Class 10 Sanskrit exam:

2.1. Gayatri Mantra:
The Gayatri Mantra is a widely revered and popular Sanskrit mantra from the Rigveda. It is considered one of the most important shlokas in Hinduism. The Gayatri Mantra is as follows:

ॐ भूर्भुवः स्वः।
तत्सवितुर्वरेण्यं भर्गो देवस्य धीमहि।
धियो यो नः प्रचोदयात्॥

2.2. Shanti Mantra:
The Shanti Mantra is chanted at the beginning or end of a ritual to invoke peace and harmony. It is as follows:

ॐ सह नाववतु।
सह नौ भुनक्तु।
सह वीर्यं करवावहै।
तेजस्वि नावधीतमस्तु मा विद्विषावहै।
ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः॥

2.3. Sloka on Education:
This sloka emphasizes the importance of education and its role in shaping an individual's life. It is as follows:

असतो मा सद्गमय।
तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय।
मृत्योर्मा अमृतं गमय।
ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः॥

2.4. Sloka on Guru:
This sloka pays homage to the guru or teacher and highlights their significance in one's life. It is as follows:

गुरुर्ब्रह्मा गुरुर्विष्णुः गुरुर्देवो महेश्वरः।
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