CBSE Class 12 Economics Previous Year Question Paper 2016 (Set 3, Foreign)
This is the CBSE Class 12 Economics Previous Year Question Paper from the 2016 Main Exams, specifically Set 3 for Foreign students, conducted in Hindi. The paper is designed to assess students' understanding of economics concepts and is divided into two sections. It comprises a total of 30 questions with a maximum score of 100 marks and a duration of 3 hours. The question paper includes various types of questions: very short answer questions (1 mark each), short answer questions (3 and 4 marks each), and long answer questions (6 marks each). Specific word limits are provided for each question type to guide students in their responses. Solving this board question paper is crucial for students to understand the exam pattern, identify important topics, and enhance their preparation for the upcoming CBSE board examinations.
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 30 questions across two sections, with a total of 100 marks and a 3-hour duration. Questions are categorized into very short answer (1 mark), short answer (3 and 4 marks), and long answer (6 marks) types, with specified word limits for each.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Economics
- CBSE Class 12
- Previous Year Question Paper
- 2016 Exams
- Set 3
- Foreign Set
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Question paper text
SET - 3
Series :ONS/2
कोड नं.
Code No. 58/2/3
रोल नं.
परीक्षार्थी कोड को उत्तर-पुस्तिका के मुख-पृष्ट
पर अवश्य लिखें ।
Candidates must write the Code on
the title page of the answer-book.
Roll No.
कृपया जाँच कर लें कि इस प्रश्न-पत्र में मुद्रित पृष्ट 12 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 जायेगा । 10.15 बजे से 10.30 बजे तक छात्र केवल प्रश्न-पत्र को पहेंगे और इस अवधि के दौरान वे उत्तर-पुस्तिका पर कोई उत्तर नहीं लिखेंगे ।
Please check that this question paper contains 12 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 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.
अर्थशास्त्र
निर्धारित समय :3 घंटे
ECONOMICS
अधिकतम अंक :100
Time allowed : 3 hours
सामान्य निर्देश :
Maximum Marks: 100
- दोनों खण्डों के सभी प्रश्न अनिवार्य हैं।
- प्रत्येक प्रश्न के निर्धारित अंक उसके सामने दिए गये हैं।
- प्रश्न संख्या 1-5 तथा 16-20 अति लघूत्तरात्मक प्रश्न हैं, जिनमें प्रत्येक का 1 अंक हैं । प्रत्येक का उत्तर केवल एक वाक्य में ही अपेक्षित है।
58/2/3 1 [P.T.O.
(4) प्रश्न संख्या 6-8 और 21-23 लघूत्तरात्मक प्रश्न हैं, जिनमें प्रत्येक 3 अंक हैं । प्रत्येक का उत्तर सामान्यत: 60 शब्दों से अधिक नहीं होना चाहिए।
- प्रश्न संख्या 9-11 और 24-26 भी लघूत्तरात्मक प्रश्न हैं, जिनमें प्रत्येक के 4 अंक हैं । प्रत्येक का उत्तर सामान्यत: 70 शब्दों से अधिक नहीं होना चाहिए ।
- प्रश्न संख्या 12-15 और 27-30 व्याख्यात्मक उत्तर वाले प्रश्न हैं, जिनमें प्रत्येक के 6 अंक हैं । प्रत्येक का उत्तर सामान्यत: 100 शब्दों से अधिक नहीं होना चाहिए ।
(7) उत्तर संक्षिप्त तथा तथ्यात्मक होने चाहिए तथा यथासंभव ऊपर दी गई सीमा के अंतर्गत ही दिए जाने चाहिए ।
General Instructions:
- All questions in both 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.
(4) 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.
- Question No. 9-11 and 24-26 are also short answer questions carrying 4 marks
each. Answers to them should not normally exceed 70 words each.
(6) Question No. 12-15 and 27-30 are long answer questions carrying 6 marks each.
Answers to them should not normally exceed 100 words each.
- Answers should be brief and to the point and the above word limit be adhered to as far as possible.
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Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the official CBSE Class 12 Economics Previous Year Question Paper from the 2016 Main Exams, Set 3 (Foreign), for Hindi medium students.
What is the structure of the paper?
The paper contains 30 questions divided into two sections, carrying a total of 100 marks. It includes very short, short, and long answer questions with specific mark allocations and word limits.
What is the duration for the exam?
The prescribed time duration to complete this Economics question paper is 3 hours.
How does solving previous year papers help?
Solving previous year question papers like this one helps students understand the exam pattern, difficulty level, and marking scheme, thereby improving their preparation and confidence for the board exams.
What is the marking scheme?
The paper is for a maximum of 100 marks, with individual questions carrying 1, 3, 4, or 6 marks, as indicated against each question.
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