Question

Distinguish between Intramural and Extramural Programmes.

Answer 1

Intramural

Extramural

(a) Intramural activities refer to activities conducted within the boundaries of the institute/school. (b) It does not involve competitions between teams representing different schools. (c) Its main purpose is to provide opportunities for participation in sports to maximum number of students of a school. (d) Such activities create interest in school sports activities. (e) For Example: Interhouse competitions Interclass competitions Intersection competition. etc.

(a) Extramural Sports refers to sporting activities carried outside the walls of the school/institute. (b) It involves competition between other schools. friendly matches against other school teams or practice matches. (c) Because these are properly organised tournaments or matches, only selected students get the chance to represent their school outside. (d) These are much beneficial activities which an individual can choose as his profession. (e) For Example: Interschool competitions Interstate competitions Open nationals, etc.