CBSE Class 12 Physics Board Question Paper 2020 Set-1

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This is the CBSE Class 12 Physics Previous Year Question Paper from the 2020 Main Exam, Set-1. The paper is designed for a maximum of 70 marks and has a time duration of 3 hours. It comprises 37 questions divided into four sections: Section A (20 very short-answer questions, 1 mark each), Section B (7 short-answer questions, 2 marks each), Section C (7 long-answer questions, 3 marks each), and Section D (3 very long-answer questions, 5 marks each). Internal choices are provided in some questions across different mark categories. Solving this authentic 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.

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BoardCBSE
Class12
SubjectPhysics
Session2020
LanguageEnglish
TypePrevious Year Question Paper
Exam typeBoard Exam

Paper pattern

The question paper has 37 questions divided into four sections (A, B, C, D) with varying marks (1, 2, 3, and 5 marks). The total marks are 70 and the allowed time is 3 hours.

Topics covered

Paper topics

  • Electrostatics
  • Current Electricity
  • Magnetism
  • Electromagnetic Induction
  • Alternating Current
  • Electromagnetic Waves
  • Optics
  • Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
  • Atoms and Nuclei
  • Electronic Devices

Important topics

  • Electric Charges and Fields
  • Gauss's Law
  • Electric Potential and Capacitance
  • Current Electricity
  • Moving Charges and Magnetism
  • Magnetism and Matter
  • Electromagnetic Induction
  • Alternating Currents
  • Electromagnetic Waves
  • Ray Optics and Optical Instruments
  • Wave Optics
  • Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
  • Atoms and Nuclei
  • Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices and Simple Circuits

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Question paper text

CBSE Board Paper Solution-2020

Class : XII Subject : Physics Set : 1 Code No : 55/2/1 Time Allowed : 3 hours Maximum Marks : 70

General Instructions:

Read the following instructions very carefully and strictly follow them:

  1. This question paper comprises four sections-A, B, C, and D.
  2. There are 37 questions in the question paper. All questions are compulsory.
  3. Section A: Q. no. 1 to 20 are very short-answer type questions carrying 1 mark each.
  4. Section B: Q. no. 21 to 27 are short-answer type questions carrying 2 mark each.
  5. Section C: Q. no. 28 to 34 are long-answer type questions carrying 3 mark each.
  1. Section A: Q. no. 35 to 37 are very long answer type questions carrying 5 mark each
  1. There is no overall in the question paper. However, an internal choice has been provided in two questions of one mark, two questions of two marks, one question of three marks and all the three questions five marks. You have to attempt only one of the choices in such questions.
  1. However, separate instructions are given with each section and question, wherever necessary.
  2. Use of calculators and log tables is no permitted.
  3. You may use the following values of physical constants wherever necessary:

<math>c = 3 \times 10^8 \text{ m/s}</math>

<math>h = 6.63 \times 10^{-34} \text{ Js}</math>

<math>e = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \text{ C}</math>

<math>\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} \text{ T m A}^{-1}</math>

<math display="block">\epsilon_0 \, = 8.854 \times 10^{-12} \, C^2 \, \, N^{-1} \, m^{-2}</math>

<math>\frac{1}{1}</math> = 9 × 10<sup>9</sup> Nm<sup>2</sup> C<sup>-2</sup>

<math>4\pi\epsilon_0</math>

Frequently asked questions

What is this document?

This is the CBSE Class 12 Physics Previous Year Question Paper from the 2020 Main Exam, Set-1.

What is the structure of the Physics 2020 board paper?

The paper has 37 questions divided into four sections: Section A (1 mark each), Section B (2 marks each), Section C (3 marks each), and Section D (5 marks each). It has a total of 70 marks and a 3-hour duration.

Are there any choices available in the questions?

Yes, internal choices are provided in some questions of one, two, three, and five marks.

Why is solving previous year question papers important for Class 12 Physics?

Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the exam pattern, difficulty level, and important topics, thereby improving their preparation and confidence for the board exams.

What are the allowed aids during the exam?

Calculators and log tables are not permitted during the exam. Students may use provided physical constants if necessary.

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