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, Outside-Set-1. The paper is in Hindi and has a total of 100 marks, with a duration of 3 hours. It contains 30 questions divided into two sections. 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 different question types, guiding students on conciseness and relevance. Solving this authentic board question paper is crucial for students to understand the exam pattern, practice time management, and identify key topics for effective preparation.
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 divided into two sections, with marks indicated against each question. It includes very short answer (1 mark), short answer (3 and 4 marks), and long answer (6 marks) questions, with specified word limits.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Economics
- Macroeconomics
- Indian Economic Development
Important topics
- National Income
- Money and Banking
- Determination of Income and Employment
- Government Budget and Economy
- Foreign Exchange Rate
- Balance of Payments
- Development Experience of India
- Current Challenges Facing Indian Economy
- Development Experience of India: A Comparative Experience
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Question paper text
SET-1
Series ONS
Code No. 58/1 कोड नं.
रोल नं. Roll No.
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 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 जाएगा। 10.15 बजे से 10.30 बजे तक छात्र केवल प्रश्न-पत्र को पढ़ेंगे और इस अविध के दौरान वे उत्तर-पुस्तिका पर कोई उत्तर नहीं लिखेंगे।
Please check that this question paper contains 12 printed pages.
<math>\blacktriangle</math> 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 ECONOMICS
निर्धारित समय : 3 घण्टे
Time allowed: 3 hours
अधिकतम अंक : 100
Maximum Marks: 100
P.T.O.
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सामान्य निर्देश :
(i) दोनों खण्डों के सभी प्रश्न अनिवार्य हैं।
- प्रत्येक प्रश्न के सामने उनके अंक दर्शाए गये हैं।
- प्रश्न संख्या 1 - 5 और 16 - 20 अति लघु उत्तरीय प्रश्न हैं, प्रत्येक प्रश्न 1 अंक का है। सभी प्रश्नों के उत्तर एक वाक्य में देना है।
- प्रश्न संख्या 6 - 8 और 21 - 23 लघु उत्तरीय प्रश्न हैं, प्रत्येक प्रश्न 3 अंक का है। सभी प्रश्नों के उत्तर सामान्यत: 60 शब्दों से अधिक न हों।
- प्रश्न संख्या 9 - 11 और 24 - 26 यह भी लघु उत्तरीय प्रश्न हैं, प्रत्येक प्रश्न के 4 अंक हैं। सभी प्रश्नों के उत्तर सामान्यत: 70 शब्दों से अधिक न हों।
- प्रश्न संख्या 12 - 15 और 27 - 30 दीर्घ उत्तरीय प्रश्न हैं, प्रत्येक प्रश्न के 6 अंक हैं। सभी प्रश्नों के उत्तर सामान्यत: 100 शब्दों से अधिक न हों।
- उपरोक्त प्रश्नों के उत्तर संक्षिप्त एवं सही होने चाहिए तथा यथासंभव निर्देशानुसार शब्द सीमा के भीतर उत्तर दिया जाना चाहिए।
Instructions:
(i) 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.
- 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.
- 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 CBSE Class 12 Economics Previous Year Question Paper from the 2016 Main Exams, Set-1.
What is the duration and maximum marks for the exam?
The exam is for 3 hours and has a maximum of 100 marks.
How are the questions structured in this paper?
The paper contains 30 questions divided into very short answer (1 mark), short answer (3 and 4 marks), and long answer (6 marks) types, with specific word limits.
Why is solving previous year question papers important?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the board pattern, improve marks, and prepare effectively for the exams.
What subjects are covered in this Economics paper?
This paper covers topics related to Macroeconomics and Indian Economic Development.
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