VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

Jnana Sangama, Belagavi-590018, Karnataka

A REPORT

On

PHYSICAL EDUCATION ACTIVITIES: BPEK459

Submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of the degree of

Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Communication Engineering

Submitted by

NAME: MONISH.S
USN:1DB24EC412

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING

DON BOSCO INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Kumbalagodu, Mysore Road, Bangalore 560074
[2024-2025]
DON BOSCO INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
NAAC Accredited Institution, accredited by NBA & Permanently affiliated by VTU
Kumbalagodu, Mysore Road, Bangalore 560074

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING

Certificate

Certified that under the PHYSICAL EDUCATION ACTIVITIES : BPEK459, the following
Phase-1 activity, has been carried out by MONISH.S(1DB24EC412) in partial fulfilment for
the award of Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Communication of the Visvesvaraya
Technological University, Belagavi during the academic year 2024-2025. It is certified that all
the corrections/suggestions indicated have been incorporated in the report deposited in the
departmental library. The PHYSICAL EDUCATION ACTIVITIES : BPEK459Report has
been approved as it satisfies the academic requirements in respect of Activity Points prescribed
for the said degree.

Activity Duration: FEB 2025 – MAY2025 Marks Awarded:

Signature of Coordinator Signature of HOD Signature of Principal

Dr. Suresha .H. S. Dr. Manjunath Reddy H.S. Dr. Nagabhushana.B.S

Associate Professor, Professor and HOD, Principal, DBIT
Dept of E&C, Department of E&C, DBIT
DBIT
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The satisfaction and euphoria that accompany the successful completion of any task
would be incomplete without the mention of the people who made it possible and under whose
constant guidance and encouragement the task was completed.
I express my sincere gratitude to Wayanamac Education Trust, Don Bosco
Educational Institutions, for providing an opportunity and facilitating for the entire duration of
the Physical Education Activity Point Phase 1.

My Heartfelt gratitude to Honorable Principal, Dr.Nagabhushana.B.S, Don Bosco

Institute of Technology, for facilitating and extending untiring support in the successful
completion of the Physical Education Activity Point Phase 1.

I wish to thank our HOD, Dr. Manjunath Reddy H.S. Electronics and Communication
Engineering Department for helping us to successfully complete this activity.

I acknowledge with deep sense of obligation, help and encouragement given by our
Physical Education Coordinator Dr. Suresha.H.S for coordinating the entire duration of the
activity.

Thanks and Regards

MONISH.S
1DB24EC412
INTRODUCTION

In modern times, Physical Education is one of the most exciting and dynamic subjects. This
subject has changed dramatically during the last 50 years. It has expanded in different areas
from school to non-school setting and from school-aged children to people of all ages. Earlier,
physical education was generally understood as physical activities either in school time table
or some free hand exercises, games, sports, racing, swimming, etc. If we look at the Indian
history of physical education after Independence, a number of schemes were launched by the
Government of India for schools, where every student must participate in physical activities.
We can witness the growing interest in games and Sharir Madhyam Khalu Dharma Sadhnam
means physique is the prime source of performing all duties. • Swami Vivekananda and other
philosophers like Socrates, Aristotle, and Plato were of the opinion that physical training was
necessary for the youth. sports exemplified by the fitness boom and the wellness movement.
Sports events receive worldwide coverage. In schools, students like sports and other forms of
physical activities, which help to achieve and maintain their health and well-being.

MEANING AND DEFINITION

Physical Education is an education which brings improvement in human performance with

the help of physical activities. Physical activities range from simple walking to jogging,
running, sprinting, hopping, jumping, climbing, throwing, pushing, pulling, kicking, etc.
Education without physical activities is like body without soul. There is no controversy in
giving due place to physical education and different forms of exercises in the total set-up of
education. All teachings in human education begin with physical education. Physical
education is also considered as movement education as the life begins from movement only.
In general life is characterised by movement. The movement starts from the birth of a child,
till the end of life.

Mental, intellectual, emotional and social development of a growing child is dependent and
closely related to physical development. A physically fit individual possesses a well balanced
personality which is, mentally sharp, emotionally stable and socially well-adjusted. Physical
education teaches how to acquire ability to develop strength, speed, endurance and
coordination abilities. It also emphasises on achieving social qualities, such as, empathy,
cooperation, friendliness, team spirit, and respect for rules, which are essential for healthy
social relations with others. In this era of technological advancement, physical education and
sports are considered essential for health, fitness, wellness, vigour and strength. The concept
of physical education is not new. The fact is that it has its roots in the ancient period. At
various stages in history, different people have associated different meanings to the word
‘Physical Education’. Physical Education in simple words is understood as learning with the
help of movements of body and realising the benefits at mental level. It simply means
education through the use of physique and physical movements and deriving the advantage
for social gain. Some of the definitions given by well known authors are given here to
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EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT

This refers to a psychological situation of body and mind. Emotion is a drive to do something.
Emotion covers experiences, such as, fear, anger, joy, love, sorrow, etc. It is usually a feeling
which has specially become intense. For example, joy means intense pleasure. A child needs
to develop confidence, a feeling of belongingness, and eliminate negative feelings through
participating in games, sports, yoga, etc.

Physical education plays a vital role in emotional development. Activities such as yoga,
sports, and team games help children release pent-up emotions, reduce stress, and channel
their energy positively. Through such activities, children experience both success and failure,
which teaches them how to cope with different emotional states. Moreover, regular physical
engagement helps in boosting confidence, building self-esteem, and developing a sense of
achievement.

Participation in group activities fosters a feeling of belongingness, while challenges faced in

sports help build resilience and emotional strength. This leads to emotional maturity, where
children learn to maintain control, stay motivated, and deal with disappointment
constructively.

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
This objective of physical education refers to the feeling of belongingness, adjustment of
group living, social poise, social relationships, and social adjustment. Physical activities
provide such opportunities to the children to fulfil basic needs like, recognition, self-respect,
belongingness, and love. When these needs are fulfilled, the individual becomes a well-
adjusted social person. While participating in physical activities including games and sports,
an individual acquires social qualities, such as, cooperation, friendship, courtesy, empathy,
team spirit, democratic living, sportspersonship, etc. These qualities are essential for social
development.

Social development involves learning the values, knowledge, and skills that enable
individuals to relate to others effectively and contribute positively to family, school, and
community. It includes understanding and respecting social norms, building relationships, and
developing empathy and effective communication.

Physical education creates ample opportunities for social interaction, especially through team
games and group activities. These situations require individuals to cooperate, communicate,
and resolve conflicts constructively. As children participate in sports, they begin to
understand the importance of teamwork, leadership, sharing, and mutual respect.

Furthermore, social development through physical education fosters qualities such as

empathy, compassion, and tolerance. Children learn to respect differences in abilities,
backgrounds, and perspectives. Recognition and encouragement from peers and mentors also
fulfill their basic social needs, such as love, acceptance, and a sense of belonging.

Engaging in physical activities promotes a democratic spirit, where every participant gets
equal opportunity and importance. Over time, this nurtures socially responsible individuals
who can adjust well in group settings and contribute to community life.

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MORAL DEVELOPMENT
Every game has a set of rules and regulations and it is the duty of each player to obey them.
The players know that disobedience of any rule is a moral crime that can result in their
expulsion from the team. Therefore, obedience of these rules becomes the moral duty of each
player. Participation in games helps in moral development and equips them to differentiate
between right and wrong with honesty. Hence, physical education also plays an important
role in the moral development of a person.

Moral development is the process through which individuals learn to distinguish between
right and wrong and develop a personal code of ethics. It involves the cultivation of values
like honesty, integrity, fairness, and responsibility.

Physical education is a powerful medium for moral development. Every game or sport comes
with its own set of rules and ethical standards that players are expected to follow. Adherence
to these rules teaches children the importance of discipline, fairness, and respect for others.
Violating rules often leads to penalties or disqualification, reinforcing the consequences of
unethical behavior.

Moreover, sportsmanship is a key aspect of physical education that promotes moral values.
Players learn to accept victories with humility and losses with grace. They develop a sense of
justice and learn to handle success and failure without losing integrity. Respecting opponents,
playing fairly, and supporting teammates are all reflections of good moral character.

By participating in physical activities, individuals internalize values that extend beyond the
sports field into everyday life. They learn that honesty, accountability, and ethical behavior
are essential not only in games but in all aspects of life.

NEED AND IMPORTANCE OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN THE

MODERN SOCIETY
The modern researches have proven that the views of Greek philosophers Aristotle and
Socrates in considering athletics as complete education is correct. It has been scientifically
observed that adequate exercise of limbs is essential for disciplining one’s mind in the right
spirit. Regular exercises and playing games help the body and mind to deal with the modern
day silent killers, such as, stress, strain, worry, anxiety and tension. The need and importance
of physical education may be understood in several ways which describes the different kinds
of requirements for various sections of the society.

The need and importance of physical education for every section of people in the modern
society can be understood from the points given below —

1. Optimum Physical Growth of Children

Physical education supports the balanced development of muscles and bones, helps in proper
posture formation, and enhances motor skills in growing children. It ensures healthy
physical development from a young age.

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2. Intellectual Development

Research shows that regular physical activity improves blood circulation to the brain, which
enhances concentration, memory, and cognitive functions. Active students tend to perform
better academically.

3. Emotional Development

Physical activities help individuals manage emotions such as anger, fear, and frustration.
Participation in sports builds confidence, reduces anxiety, and fosters emotional stability.

4. Social Development

Group activities like team sports encourage communication, cooperation, and empathy.
Children learn how to interact positively with others and build meaningful relationships.

5. Personal Development

Physical education instills discipline, responsibility, and time management skills. It shapes
personality traits such as determination, patience, and resilience.

6. Character Building

Through sportsmanship and fair play, individuals learn honesty, integrity, humility, and
respect—values that form the backbone of strong character.

7. Physical Fitness

It promotes cardiovascular health, muscular strength, flexibility, and endurance. A fit body is
better equipped to handle daily tasks and avoid lifestyle-related diseases.

8. Becoming a Disciplined Citizen

Physical education fosters respect for rules, authority, and teamwork—qualities essential for
becoming a law-abiding, disciplined, and productive citizen.

9. Neuromuscular Development

It helps in improving coordination between the brain and muscles, enhancing balance, agility,
and overall bodily control.

10. Cultural Development

Traditional games and sports often reflect a society’s cultural heritage. Physical education
promotes respect for cultural diversity and traditions.

11. Development of Leadership Qualities

Sports encourage leadership, decision-making, accountability, and the ability to motivate others,
which are essential traits in both professional and personal life.

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12. Creating a Healthy and Safe Environment

Physical education emphasizes hygiene, first aid, and safety practices. It promotes awareness
about a healthy lifestyle and preventive care.

13. National Integration

By bringing together people from various regions, languages, and backgrounds through
national-level games, physical education promotes unity in diversity.

14. Better International Understanding

International sports competitions promote goodwill and understanding among nations.

Athletes serve as ambassadors of peace and unity.

MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS

Lack of understanding about the importance of physical education results into misconceptions
and disbelief. There are a number of misconceptions related to physical education. Some
people do not agree that it is a part of the educational process. The fact is that, skill, fitness,
performance, and health are parts of physical education. It addresses the educational and
developmental values that are the results of participation in physical activities. The
participation in these activities develops social or co-operative attitude, good character and a
balanced personality. However, when one fails to recognise this holistic approach of physical
education, it results in a number of misconceptions. People in the society are either less aware
about the advantages of taking part in physical education activities or are left behind with the
pace of modern educational system. Thus, it becomes important for all of us to understand
what we think and how the modern world is looked at by educated and disciplined people of
the society. Some of the common myths associated with physical education are given below.
Physical Education

1. Misconception: Physical Education is only about physical training.

Reality: It is an educational process that includes motor skills development, mental focus,
emotional control, and social interaction, all through physical activities.

2. Misconception: It is just about playing games.

Reality: While games are a part of it, physical education includes learning rules, strategy,
ethics, cooperation, and personal health awareness.

3. Misconception: It focuses only on building the body or muscles.

Reality: It is not bodybuilding; it promotes overall fitness, flexibility, stamina, and healthy
lifestyle habits that last a lifetime.

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4. Misconception: It is only about performing drills and exercises.

Reality: Physical education includes planning, assessment, psychology, biomechanics, and

various theoretical components that support physical performance.

5. Misconception: It’s just playtime with no learning.

Reality: Structured play helps in cognitive development, emotional control, teamwork,

decision-making, and leadership skills.

6. Misconception: It has low social status compared to academic subjects.

Reality: With growing awareness of mental and physical wellness, and international sports
achievements, its status is rising globally.

7. Misconception: There are no career opportunities in this field.

Reality: Careers include physical education teachers, sports coaches, physiotherapists,

fitness trainers, sports psychologists, nutritionists, and event managers, among others.

8. Misconception: It encourages indiscipline among students.

Reality: On the contrary, sports teach discipline, respect for rules, time management, and
self- control.

9. Misconception: It’s a waste of money and resources.

Reality: Investment in physical infrastructure and training saves future healthcare costs and
contributes to national well-being.

10. Misconception: Physical education periods are just rest periods with no gain.

Reality: These sessions help recharge students mentally, improve focus in academic
classes, and reduce stress.

11. Misconception: Only students who are not good in studies take up physical education.

Reality: Physical education is for all students and contributes to holistic development,
including academic performance through improved health and mental alertness.

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DRILL

Drill includes different kind of body exercises for developing good posture of standing,
walking, fighting, etc., and disciplining the body and mind. In games and sports, drill is the
process of repetition of activities done with beats, music, or verbal order.

HEALTH EDUCATION
Health Education includes the knowledge about diseases, health, rest, sleep, sanitation,
pollution and psychosomatic disorder. A healthy person is an asset for the society whereas
an unhealthy person is a liability.

RECREATION
Recreation includes playing, singing, camping, hiking, reading, gardening, dancing, and
many more pleasure-giving activities. Through recreation one can regain the lost energy,
vigour, and spirit. After hard work one can engage in different kinds of recreational activities
for releasing mental stress and get rid of fatigue.

CAREER OPTIONS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION, SPORTS AND ALLIED

AREAS

There are many job opportunities and open career options with broader choices in Physical
Education. A sports career in India, which was considered less lucrative in the past, has now
become one of the options for students. Sometimes the students take interest in this
profession merely for adventure and a tension free life. Individuals, who demonstrate peak
performance in sports and physical education, follow a set of mental processes that allow
them to produce excellent results consistently.

These performance strategies translate into a specific set of mental skills. By learning these
skills, effectiveness and performance can be enhanced. There are key strategies that lead to
high performance in the field of sports—through the training of mental practices, individuals
can accelerate their development and improve their performance.

Self confidence is one important key to success. For example, physical education programme
helps to boost one’s self confidence. To make a career in physical education, one should start
by setting modest goals that are meaningful but attainable. Some of the options given here are
broad areas that are often selected by the students undergoing various physical education
courses as a choice with higher success rate.

TEACHING OR COACHING
Career in sports has been mainly focused on teaching and coaching in schools, colleges, and
universities. Teachers are involved in teaching and organising physical activity programmes
based on theory and practical syllabi of health and physical education, extramural and
preparation of teams. Coaches are potentially sportspersons or players with talent in
fundamentals, techniques, and rules of competitive sports or games.

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Coaches are responsible for overall preparation, and performance of teams. Coaches are also
employed in government run centres, sporting clubs, holiday resorts, etc., for special sports.
Some may also be self-employed in their own sports training centres.

HEALTH, SPORTS AND OTHER RELATED CAREERS

Nowadays, the interest of youth in health and particularly f itness has been increasing. The
demands for specialists therefore, in health-related career have also increased. The major
career categories in health are —

PHYSICAL FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

These are better known as gym or aerobics instructors. They supervise people in games,
fitness clubs, sports centre, health clubs, etc. They prepare the routine of exercise according to
age, gender and level of fitness of the person. Instructors make sure that the equipment are
correctly set up. They work in consultation with the dieticians, physiologists, psychologists,
doctors, etc.

DIETICIANT
hey plan the diet for a player or a team so that they eat proper and balanced food according to
their physical work. In the present time, dieticians are considered important part of modern
spa, and beauty parlours and also in hospitals and health centres. Sports Medicine Physician
The sports related injuries are different in nature.

SPORT MEDICINE
Physician can give better treatment to sportsperson after understanding the seriousness of
sports related injuries. A good sportsperson can become a better physician. It is the duty of
the sports medicine physician to cure the sportsperson so as to enable him/her to come back in
the mainstream. There is thus, a tremendous scope for this sports career. Sports
Administration Related Careers An administrator in sports can be a Sports Director, Sports
Officer, Head of Department, General Manager, Executive Director, Supervisor, etc.

The areas that they take care of are related to finance, scheduling equipment, facilities, public
relations, and many more. They also undertake the responsibility of implementing
curriculum, monitoring staff, office, managing sports information, scholarship and
promotion, supervision of coaches and various competitions, organising conferences, etc. An
administrator must have leadership qualities, should be well organised, willing to accept
responsibilities, hard working and honest.

PERFORMANCE RELATED CAREERS

Performance related careers in sports are of two types, one is professional performers in
sports, and second is sports officials. The sports performers play as an individual or in team
for organisations on contract or on pay-roll basis either for a specified period, or otherwise.
Sports officials like, referee, umpire, judges, etc., officiate the match or tournament on
contract or on pay-roll basis either for a specified period or otherwise.

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Every sportsperson wants to be a professional performer but only a few succeed in earning a
living. The dream of every sports person is to be a professional performer like Dhyan Chand,
Milkha Singh, Sachin Tendulkar, Mary Kom, Vishwanathan Anand, Mahesh Bhupati, Sakshi
Malik, etc. For officiating, no educational qualification or degree is required, only a written
and practical examination conducted by the state and national sport organisation of a specific
sport has to be cleared.

COMMUNICATION RELATED CAREERS

A wide range of career opportunities are available in sports communication as variety in the
means and methods of communication are the demands of the society. Sports communication
includes sports writer, sports editor, sports publisher, sports photographer, painter/ artist,
broadcaster, sports information director, sports statisticians, etc.

SPORTS WRITERS
There is a separate section devoted to sports in all the newspapers, magazines, periodicals,
bulletins, etc. For writing these sections, sports writers are required. The job of sports writer
is to cover the stories related to the vast world of sports on the basis of performance, team
selection, policies, management, results, and other related matters to write sports column.

SPORTS PUBLISHERS
Sports Publishers are responsible for all the publication units including the quality, content,
sales and promotion of books, etc. As there are various textbooks, coaching books, sports
magazines, audio-visual material, journals, periodicals, etc., so publication also has reputed
value as a career in sports.

PHOTOGRAPHY
As the scope of photography in sports is not very vast, people may opt for it as a
part-time/full- time career in sports. Individuals with artistic ability, skill and experience in
painting and drawing sports events can choose this profession.

T.V. OR RADIO REPORTERS

Sports are a valuable section on broadcast and telecast. Sports events are broadcasted and
telecasted to be heard on every radio-station and can be seen on T.V. channels respectively.
Because of high demands of sports, provision of special T.V. sports channels are there. The
duties of broadcasters are to present sports programmes on T.V. or radio live from the
stadium or playfield. They also present commentary summaries, reviews and sports news on
T.V. and radio. Sometimes they anchor special sports programmes, do interactions or take
interviews of sports personalities.

SALES AND MANAGEMENT RELATED CAREERS

This profession includes sports marketing executives, sports events managers and sports
competition organisation associated with sports equipment, material, etc. The ability to
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with customers and to convince them that the product or event is suitable to their needs, is the
base for becoming a successful sports manager. Knowledge of the product and organisation of
various types of tournament and championship are pre-requisite for these jobs. This job
involves high responsibility and alertness, so long hours in the service are required.

CONCLUSION

Physical education is an essential part of the modern educational system that contributes to
the holistic development of an individual. It not only focuses on the physical growth of
students but also nurtures mental, emotional, social, and moral aspects. In today’s era of
increasing academic pressure, digital lifestyle, and mental stress, physical education acts as a
balancing force that promotes healthy living, stress management, and emotional stability.

Through various physical activities, sports, games, and fitness routines, individuals develop
qualities such as self-confidence, leadership, teamwork, discipline, patience, and resilience.
These qualities are crucial for both personal and professional success. Participation in
organized sports teaches respect for rules, fair play, and ethical behavior, helping in the
development of moral values from a young age.

Moreover, physical education strengthens social bonds by encouraging cooperation, empathy,

and mutual respect among peers. It enables students to appreciate cultural diversity and
fosters national integration by bringing together individuals from different backgrounds. It
also helps in reducing behavioral issues and improving concentration, ultimately enhancing
academic performance.

Despite several misconceptions, physical education is much more than just physical training
or body-building. It is a scientifically designed educational process that promotes complete
well- being. The belief that it lacks career prospects or academic value is outdated, as the field
now offers vast opportunities in fitness training, sports science, physiotherapy, coaching,
physical therapy, health education, and more.

In conclusion, physical education should not be treated as an optional or leisure activity but as
an integral part of a student's curriculum. It lays the foundation for a healthy lifestyle,
balanced personality, and responsible citizenship. Encouraging active participation in physical
education ensures that individuals not only lead healthier lives but also become disciplined,
confident, and socially responsible members of society.

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REFERENCES

1 National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) –

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2 World Health Organization (WHO) – Physical Activity Facts and

Benefits https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/physical-activity

3 UNESCO – Quality Physical Education Guidelines for Policy-

Makers https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000231593

4 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (India) – Sports Policy and

Schemes https://yas.nic.in/

5 National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) – Standards

for Physical Education
https://www.shapeamerica.org/standards/pe/

6 CBSE Physical Education Curriculum https://cbseacademic.nic.in/curriculum.html

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https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langlo/article/PIIS2214-109X(20)30289-4/fulltext

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