CBSE Class 12 Economics Board Question Paper 2016 (Set 1)
This is the CBSE Class 12 Economics Previous Year Question Paper from the 2016 Main Exams, Delhi Set 1. The paper is divided into two sections and contains a total of 30 questions, with 16 printed pages. Candidates are allotted 3 hours to complete the exam, which is out of a maximum of 100 marks. The paper includes very short answer questions (1 mark), short answer questions (3 and 4 marks), and long answer questions (6 marks). Specific word limits are provided for each type of question to guide students. Solving this board question paper is crucial for understanding the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, thereby enhancing preparation and performance.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 12 |
| Subject | Economics |
| Session | 2016 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The paper has two sections with a total of 30 questions. It includes very short answer (1 mark), short answer (3 and 4 marks), and long answer (6 marks) questions, with specified word limits for each.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Macroeconomics
- Indian Economic Development
Important topics
- National Income
- Money and Banking
- Government Budget
- Balance of Payments
- Indian Economy - Development Experience
- Current Challenges Facing Indian Economy
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Question paper text
Set 1
Series ONS/1
कोड नं.
रोल नं.
Roll No.
Code No.
58/1/1
परीक्षार्थी कोड को उत्तर-पुस्तिका के मुख-
पृष्ठ पर अवश्य लिखें।
Candidates must write the Code on
the title page of the answer-book.
कृपया जाँच कर लें कि इस प्रश्न-पत्र में मुद्रित पृष्ठ 16 हैं।
- प्रश्न-पत्र में दाहिने हाथ की ओर दिए गए कोड नम्बर को छात्र उत्तर-पुस्तिका के मुख-पृष्ठ पर लिखें।
कृपया जाँच कर लें कि इस प्रश्न-पत्र में 30 प्रश्न हैं।
कृपया प्रश्न का उत्तर लिखना शुरू करने से पहले, प्रश्न का क्रमांक अवश्य लिखें।
- इस प्रश्न-पत्र को पढ़ने के लिए 15 मिनट का समय दिया गया है। प्रश्न-पत्र का वितरण पूर्वाह्न में 10.15 बजे किया जाएगा। 10.15 बजे से 10.30 बजे तक छात्र केवल प्रश्न-पत्र को पढ़ेंगे और इस अवधि के दौरान वे उत्तर-पुस्तिका पर कोई उत्तर नहीं लिखेंगे।
Please check that this question paper contains 16 printed pages.
- Code number 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 30 questions.
- Please write down the Serial Number of the question before attempting it.
- 15 minutes 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.
अर्थशास्त्र
ECONOMICS
निर्धारित समय : 3 घण्टे ]
Time allowed: 3 hours ]
[ अधिकतम अंक : 100
[ Maximum marks : 100
निर्देश:
दोनों खंडों के सभी प्रश्न अनिवार्य हैं।
[P.T.O.
- प्रश्नों के अंक प्रत्येक प्रश्न के सामने दिए गए हैं।
- प्रश्न सं. 1-5 और 16-20 अतिलघूत्तर प्रश्न हैं। प्रत्येक के लिए 1 अंक निर्धारित है। प्रत्येक का उत्तर एक वाक्य में हो।
- प्रश्न सं. 6-8 और 21-23 लघूत्तर प्रश्न हैं जिनमें प्रत्येक के लिए 3 अंक निर्धारित हैं। सामान्यतया प्रत्येक का उत्तर 60 शब्दों से अधिक न हो।
- प्रश्न सं. 9-11 और 24-26 भी लघूत्तर प्रश्न हैं जिनमें प्रत्येक के लिए 4 अंक निर्धारित हैं। प्रत्येक का उत्तर सामान्यतया 70 शब्दों से अधिक न हो।
- प्रश्न सं. 12-15 और 27-30 दीर्घउत्तर प्रश्न हैं और उनमें प्रत्येक के लिए 6 अंक निर्धारित हैं। उनमें प्रत्येक का उत्तर सामान्यतया 100 शब्दों से अधिक न हो /
- उत्तर संक्षिप्त और विषयानुरूप हो तथा यथासंभव उत्तरों के लिए निर्धारित शब्द-सीमा का आवश्यक रूप से पालन किया जाये।
Instructions:
- All questions in both the sections are compulsory.
- Marks for questions are indicated against each question.
- Question No. 1-5 and 16-20 are very short answer questions carrying 1 mark each. They are required to be answered in one sentence.
- Question No. 6-8 and 21-23 are short answer questions carrying 3 marks each. Answers to them should not normally exceed 60 words each.
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Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the CBSE Class 12 Economics Previous Year Board Question Paper from the 2016 Main Exams, Delhi Set 1.
What is the duration and maximum marks for this paper?
The exam is for 3 hours and carries a maximum of 100 marks.
How are the questions structured in this paper?
The paper contains 30 questions divided into two sections, with varying marks (1, 3, 4, and 6 marks) and specified word limits for answers.
Why is solving previous year question papers important?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the exam pattern, question difficulty, and marking scheme, improving their preparation and confidence.
What are the benefits of practicing with this Economics PYQ?
Practicing with this 2016 Economics PYQ allows students to assess their knowledge, identify weak areas, and refine their answer-writing skills for the CBSE board exams.
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