CBSE Class 12 Informatics Practices Board Question Paper 2023 (Set-4)
This is the CBSE Class 12 Informatics Practices Board Question Paper from the 2023 Compartment Exams, Set-4. The paper is designed for a duration of 3 hours and carries a total of 70 marks. It is divided into five sections: Section A, B, C, D, and E. Section A contains 18 questions of 1 mark each, Section B has 7 Very Short Answer type questions worth 2 marks each, Section C includes 5 Short Answer type questions carrying 3 marks each, Section D features 3 Long Answer type questions with 5 marks each, and Section E comprises 2 questions worth 4 marks each, with an internal choice in Q. 35. All programming questions are to be answered using Python. Solving this previous year question paper is crucial for students to understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, thereby enhancing their preparation and performance in the board exams.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 12 |
| Subject | Informatics Practices |
| Session | 2023 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The question paper contains five sections (A to E). Section A has 18 questions (1 mark each), Section B has 7 questions (2 marks each), Section C has 5 questions (3 marks each), Section D has 3 questions (5 marks each), and Section E has 2 questions (4 marks each), with an internal choice in Q. 35.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Networking Devices
- Net Etiquette
- Intellectual Property
- SQL Functions
- E-waste Hazards
- Python Programming
Important topics
- Network devices (Router)
- Online etiquette
- Intellectual property rights (Patents)
- SQL functions (LCASE, SUBSTR, pow)
- E-waste components and health impacts
- Python programming
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Question paper text
Series SHEFG/C
Set-4
Q.P. Code 90
Roll No.
Candidates must write the Q.P. Code
on the title page of the answer-book.
INFORMATICS PRACTICES
Time allowed : 3 hours
Maximum Marks: 70
Please check that this question paper contains 13 printed pages.
Q.P. Code given on the right hand side of the question paper should be written on the title page of the answer-book by the candidate.
Please check that this question paper contains 35 questions.
Please write down the serial number of the question in the answer-book before attempting it.
15 minute time has been allotted to read this question paper. The question paper will be distributed at 10.15 a.m. From 10.15 a.m. to 10.30 a.m., the students will read the question paper only and will not write any answer on the answer-book during this period.
General Instructions:
(i) This question paper contains five sections, Section A to E.
- All questions are compulsory.
- Section A has 18 questions carrying 1 mark each.
- Section B has 7 Very Short Answer type questions carrying 2 marks each.
- Section C has 5 Short Answer type questions carrying 3 marks each.
- Section D has 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 5 marks each.
- Section E has 2 questions carrying 4 marks each. One internal choice is given in Q. 35 against Part E only.
- All programming question are to be answered using Python language only.
<math>\mathcal{P}.\mathcal{T}.\mathcal{O}.</math>
90 Λ
Page 1 of 13
Section A
1
- A _____ is a network device that can receive the data, analyse it and transmit it to other networks.
- Modem (b) Switch
- Repeater (d) Router
1
- We need to exhibit proper manners and etiquettes while being online. Pick up one such net etiquette from the following:
- Do not share the expertise
- Respect privacy and diversity
- Feed the troll
- Copyright violation
1 3. A patent protects an invention for years, after which it can be
freely used.
- 40 (b) 30
- 20 (d) 10
1
- Write the output of the following SQL query: SELECT LCASE(SUBSTR("Project Management",9,6));
- Manag (b) Manage
- MANAGE (d) manage
1 5. Write the output of the following SQL command: select <math>pow(2,2*2)</math>;
- 16 (b) 2
- 4 (d) 8
1 6. E-waste contains _____ that causes respiratory disorders and brain damage.
- Cadmium (b) Beryllium
- Lead (d) Mercury
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Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the official CBSE Class 12 Informatics Practices Previous Year Question Paper from the 2023 Compartment Exams, Set-4.
What is the duration and maximum marks for this paper?
The allowed time is 3 hours, and the maximum marks are 70.
How is the question paper structured?
It is divided into five sections (A to E) with varying numbers of questions and marks per question type, ranging from 1-mark to 5-mark questions.
What programming language should be used for programming questions?
All programming questions must be answered using the Python language only.
How does solving this previous year paper help students?
Solving this previous year question paper helps students understand the board exam pattern, question difficulty, and marking scheme, improving their confidence and performance.
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