CBSE Class 12 Political Science Board Paper - 2016 (All India)
This is the CBSE Class 12 Political Science Board Paper from 2016 for the All India region. The exam was conducted for a total of 100 marks and had a duration of 3 hours. The question paper is structured with different types of questions carrying varying marks. Questions 1-5 are worth one mark each, requiring answers within 20 words. Questions 6-10 are two-mark questions, with a word limit of 40 words. Questions 11-16 are four-mark questions, limited to 100 words. Questions 17-21 are five-mark questions, not exceeding 150 words, with question 21 being a map-based question. Finally, questions 22-27 are six-mark questions, also with a 150-word limit. Solving this previous year's question paper is crucial for students to understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, thereby enhancing their preparation and performance in the board examinations.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 12 |
| Subject | Political Science |
| Session | 2016 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The exam paper consists of questions ranging from 1 to 6 marks. Specific word limits are provided for answers based on the marks allocated to each question.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Soviet system
- ASEAN flag
- Petroleum history
- India-US relations
- Bharatiya Kisan Union
- Super Powers
- Nuclear weapons
- Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
- Communal harmony
- Operation Blue Star
- Sikh Community sentiments
- Mizo Movement
- India-China relations
- Human Rights Watch
- Earth Summit
- Congress Party dominance
- Mixed economy
- Naxalite Movement
Important topics
- Soviet system
- ASEAN
- India-China relations
- Human Rights Watch
- Earth Summit
- Congress Party dominance
- Mixed economy
- Naxalite Movement
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Question paper text
CBSE – Class XII All India Political Science Board Paper - 2016
Time: 3 hrs
Total Marks: 100
General Instructions:
- All questions are compulsory.
- Questions number 1-5 are of one mark each. The answers to these questions should not exceed 20 words each.
- Questions number 6-10 are of two marks each. The answers to these questions should not exceed 40 words each.
- Questions number 11-16 are of four marks each. The answers to these questions should not exceed 100 words each.
- Questions number 17-21 are of five marks each. The answers to these questions should not exceed 150 words each.
- Question number 21 is a map-based question. Write its answers in your answer book.
- Questions number 22-27 are of six marks each. The answers to these questions should not exceed 150 words each.
1. Which one of the following was NOT given primacy by the markers of the soviet system? [1]
- Abolition of private property
- Society based on the principle of equality
- No opposition party to be allowed
- No state control over economy
2. What does the logo on the ASEAN flag symbolize? [1]
3. Why is it said that history of petroleum is also the history of war and struggles? [1]
4. During Nehru era, why did some political parties and groups in our country believe that India should be more friendly with the bloc led by the U.S.? [1]
5. How did the farmers associated with Bharatiya Kisan Union differ from the most other farmers in India? [1]
- What constrained the Super Powers to go for a full-fledged war inspite of having nuclear weapons? [2]
- Assess the role of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad towards maintaining communal harmony in India. [2]
8. Match the following in Column 'A' with those in Column 'B' in a meaningful way: [2]
Column 'A' Column 'B'
- Head of the Commission a) Chowdhary Charan Singh of Enquiry
- Deputy Prime Minister of b) Jagjiwan Ram India from 1967 to 1969
- Deputy Prime Minister c) J.C. Shah of India from 1977 - 79
- Union Minister of India d) Morarji Desai from 1952 - 1977
9. What was 'Operation Blue Star'? Why did it hurt the sentiments of the Sikh Community? [2]
10. Why and how did the Mizo Movement for succession gain popular support? [2]
11. Describe India - China relations from 1947 to 1962. [4]
- What is Human Rights Watch? Describe its main contribution to the field of human
right. [4]
13. What was the 'Earth Summit? How far did the summit prove to be useful? Explain. [4]
- Explain any four reasons for the dominance of the Congress Party in the first three
general elections in India. [4]
15. Evaluate the major outcomes of the Indian model of mixed economy. [4]
16. Examine the conditions responsible for the growth of Naxalite Movement in India. Suggest ways and means to crush it. [4]
Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the official CBSE Class 12 Political Science Previous Year Question Paper from the 2016 All India examination.
What is the duration and total marks for this paper?
The total marks for this paper are 100, and the duration is 3 hours.
How are the questions structured in this paper?
The paper has questions of 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6 marks, each with specific word limits for answers.
Why is solving previous year papers important for Class 12 Political Science?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, improving their preparation and confidence for the board exams.
What specific topics are covered in this 2016 Political Science paper?
Topics include the Soviet system, ASEAN, India-China relations, Human Rights Watch, the Earth Summit, Congress Party dominance, mixed economy, and the Naxalite Movement, among others.
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