CBSE Class 12 Geography Board Question Paper 2012
This is the CBSE Class 12 Geography Board Question Paper from 2012, designed for students preparing for their board examinations. The paper carries a total of 70 marks and is to be completed within 3 hours. It comprises 26 questions in total, all of which are compulsory. The questions are divided into different categories based on their difficulty and marks: 10 very short answer questions worth 1 mark each, 10 short answer questions worth 3 marks each, and 5 long answer questions worth 5 marks each. Additionally, there is one question related to map identification and labelling. Solving this previous year question paper will help students understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, thereby enhancing their preparation and performance.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 12 |
| Subject | Geography |
| Session | 2012 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The paper consists of 26 questions, divided into very short answer (1 mark), short answer (3 marks), and long answer (5 marks) types, along with map-based questions.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Population Growth Rate
- Sex Ratio
- Tertiary Activities
- Empowered Worker
- Density of Population
- Human Development
- Human Settlement
- National Highways
- Railway Zones
- Water Pollution
- Cultural Development
- Foot Loose Industries
- Migration
- Metropolitan Cities
- Map Work
Important topics
- Population
- Human Geography
- Economic Activities
- Industries
- Settlements
- Transport
- Map Interpretation
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Question paper text
CBSE Class XII - Geography Delhi Board Question Paper 2012
Time: 3 hrs
Max. Marks: 70
General Instructions:
<math>\blacktriangle</math> There are 26 questions in all.
<math>\bullet</math> All questions are compulsory.
<math>\blacktriangle</math> Marks of each question are indicated against it.
Question numbers 1 to 10 are very short answer questions carrying 1 mark each. Answer to each of these questions should not exceed 20 words.
Question numbers 11 to 20 are short answer questions carrying 3 marks each. Answer to each of these questions should not exceed 80 words.
<math>\blacktriangle</math> Question numbers 21 to 25 are long answer questions carrying 5 marks each. Answer to each of these questions should not exceed 150 words.
Question number 26 is related to identification or locating and labelling of geographical features on maps.
Outline maps of the World and India provided to you must be attached within your answer-book.
Use of template or stencils for drawing maps is allowed.
- Which continent has the highest growth rate of population? (1)
- Define term 'sex ratio'. (1)
- Give any two examples of tertiary activities. (1)
- Who is an empowered worker? (1)
- Define the term 'density of population'. (1)
- Which is the most significant aspect of human development? (1)
- Give the meaning of Human Settlement. (1)
- What are national highways? (1)
- Name the head quarter of 'South-Central Railway Zone'. (1)
- Name the two natural sources of water pollution. (1)
- Explain, how technology indicates level of cultural development of society. (3)
- Explain the key areas of human development. (3)
- Explain any three characteristics of 'Foot Loose Industries'. (3)
- Explain any three 'push factors' which compel the people to migrate from one place
to another area in India. (3)
- Study the map of India given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: (3)
68°E 720 760 20° 84ª 92° 96°E
INDIA 36°N METROPOLITAN CITIES, 2001
- 32° 00 r of Cane
20/ 20
ARABIA BAY OF SEA BENGAL 160
POPULATION IN MILLION
ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLAND:
OCEAN
15.1) Define the term 'Metropolitan city'.
15.2) Which state of India has largest number of metropolitan cities?
15.3) Name any two northern states of India which have no metropolitan city.
Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This document is the CBSE Class 12 Geography Previous Year Board Question Paper from 2012, used for exam practice.
What is the total marks and time duration for this paper?
The paper is for a maximum of 70 marks and has a time duration of 3 hours.
How are the questions structured in this paper?
The paper includes very short answer, short answer, long answer, and map-based questions, with varying marks allocated to each type.
Why is solving previous year question papers important for Geography?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the exam pattern, question complexity, and marking scheme, improving their preparation and confidence.
What kind of topics are covered in this Geography paper?
The paper covers topics such as population, human development, economic activities, industries, settlements, transport, and map interpretation.
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