CBSE Class 12 Home Science Question Paper 2015 (Outside Delhi)
This is the CBSE Class 12 Home Science Previous Year Question Paper from the 2014-15 Outside Delhi examination. The paper comprises 25 questions divided into different mark categories. Questions 1-6 are worth 1 mark each and require brief answers. Questions 7-13 carry 2 marks each, expecting answers between 10-20 words. Questions 14-15 are 3-mark questions for answers of 20-30 words. Questions 16-21 are 4-mark questions requiring answers of around 40 words. The final section, questions 22-25, consists of 5-mark questions demanding answers of 50-60 words. Answers should be supported with suitable examples where necessary. Solving this board question paper is crucial for students to familiarize themselves with the exam structure, question types, and marking scheme, thereby enhancing their preparation and performance in the upcoming board exams.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 12 |
| Subject | Home Science |
| Session | 2014-15 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The paper has 25 questions. 1-mark questions require 1-2 lines, 2-mark questions 10-20 words, 3-mark questions 20-30 words, 4-mark questions 40 words, and 5-mark questions 50-60 words.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- ICMR recommendations
- MGNREGA benefits
- Employment opportunities in textiles
- Family income supplementation
- Detergent advantages
- Environmentally friendly product marks
- Adolescent identity and cognitive changes
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Question paper text
Question Paper Outside Delhi (2014-15) CBSE Class XII Home Science
General Instructions:
All questions are compulsory.
There are total 25 questions.
Questions no. 1 – 6 are for 1 mark, to be answered in one or two lines.
Questions no. 7 - 13 are of 2 marks, to be answered in 10 - 20 words.
Questions no. 14 – 15 are of 3 marks, to be answered in 20 – 30 words.
Questions no. 16 – 21 are of 4 marks, to be answered in 40 words.
Questions no. 22 – 25 are of 5 marks, to be answered in 50 – 60 words.
Support your answer with suitable examples wherever required.
Q1 In 2010, what are the changes suggested by ICMR in the daily needs of calories and calcium for pregnant women? [1]
Ans. i) Calories — 350 calories
- Calcium – 1200 mg
Q2 List any two benefits of MGNREGA. [1]
Ans. i) 100 days per year of guaranteed wage employment for rural people
- Unemployment allowance for rural people
- Builds infrastructure for rural people like toilets, roads etc.
- Women gets 1/3<sup>rd</sup> reservation for jobs (any two)
Q3 Your sister is a home science graduate with special interest in textiles.
Suggest her two employment opportunities which she can help her to enhance her skills
in the areas of her interest. [1]
Ans. Work in a boutique, tailoring house
- Work in an upholstery shop
- Work in a boutique.
- Open repair shop
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- Any other. (any two)
Q4 Give two reasons to the members of family for the need to supplement their income. [1]
Ans. Reason for supplementing.
- Inflation / not able to meet the needs of family
- For better standard of living
- Increased demands of family
- To achieve family goals
- Any other (any two)
Ans. i) Breaks the surface tension of water
Q5 Give two advantages of washing clothes with a detergent. [1]
- Does not leave a scum on clothes
- Clothes become whiter
- Can be used in both soft and hard water.
- Saves time
- Any other (any two)
Q6 Draw a standard mark which indicates that the product is environment friendly. [1]
Ans.
ECOMARK
Q7 In what two ways is identity of adolescent boys influenced by their cognitive changes ? [2]
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Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the official CBSE Class 12 Home Science Previous Year Question Paper from the 2014-15 Outside Delhi examination.
What is the structure of the paper?
The paper contains 25 questions divided into sections based on marks: 1-mark, 2-mark, 3-mark, 4-mark, and 5-mark questions, with specific word limits for answers.
How does solving previous year papers help?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, improving their confidence and performance.
What is the total duration and marks for the exam?
The provided text details the number of questions and word limits for answers but does not explicitly state the total marks or duration for the exam.
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