CBSE Class 12 Political Science Board Paper - 2011 (All India)
This is the CBSE Class 12 Political Science Board Paper from 2011 for the All India set. The exam was conducted for a total of 100 marks and had a duration of 3 hours. The paper is divided into different sections with varying marks and word limits for answers. Questions 1-10 are worth one mark each, requiring answers within 20 words. Questions 11-20 carry two marks each, with answers limited to 40 words. Questions 21-30 are for four marks each, with a word limit of 100 words. The final section, questions 31-35, are worth six marks each, and answers should not exceed 150 words. Notably, question 35 is a map-based question. Solving this previous year's question paper is an excellent way for students to understand the exam pattern, question types, and time management strategies required for the board examinations.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 12 |
| Subject | Political Science |
| Session | 2011 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The paper is divided into sections with questions carrying 1, 2, 4, and 6 marks. The total marks are 100, and the time allowed is 3 hours.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Non-alignment
- Former USSR
- Amnesty International
- Human Security
- One Party Dominance
- One Party System
- Election Symbols
- Congress Party
- Bhartiya Janasangh
- Regionalism
- Separatism
- Chipko Movement
- World Power
- National Front Government
- New International Economic Order
- SAARC
- UN Security Council
- Veto Power
- Non-traditional Notions of Security
- Geo-politics
- Princely States
- Modernization
- Westernization
- C.T.B.T.
- Disintegration of Soviet Union
- 9/11 Attack
- US Hegemony
- ASEAN
- India's Security Strategy
- Globalisation
- Internationalisation
- Environmental Issues
- Opposition Parties
- Foreign Policy
- National Interests
- Congress Party Split
Important topics
- Non-alignment
- Disintegration of Soviet Union
- Globalisation
- India's Security Strategy
- Foreign Policy
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Question paper text
CBSE – Class XII All India Political Science Board Paper - 2011
Time: 3 hrs
Total Marks: 100
General Instructions:
- All questions are compulsory.
- Questions number 1-10 are of one mark each. The answers to these questions should not exceed 20 words each.
- Questions number 11-20 are of two marks each. The answers to these questions should not exceed 40 words each.
- Questions number 21-30 are of four marks each. The answers to these questions should not exceed 100 words each.
- Questions number 31-35 are of six marks each. The answers to these questions should not exceed 150 words each.
- Question number 35 is a map-based question. Write its answers in your answer book.
1. "Non-alignment does not imply neutrality or equidistance." What does this statement mean? [1]
2. What is the new name of former USSR? [1]
3. What is the main function of Amnesty International? [1]
4. What is human security? [1]
5. Differentiate between 'one party dominance' and 'one party system' [1]
6. What were the election symbols of the Congress Party and Bhartiya Janasangh in the first general election of 1952? [1]
- Differentiate between 'regionalism' and 'separatism' [1]
8. What was Chipko movement? [1]
9. How far is it correct to say that India is a world power? [1]
- Which two diametrically opposite political groups supported the National Front
Government in 1989? [1]
11. What was the main objective of the New International Economic Order? [2]
12. Mention any four names of the countries belonging to the SAARC. [2]
- How many member countries have got Veto power in the U.N. Security Council and
why? [2]
14. What is meant by non-traditional notions of security? [2]
15. Define Geo-politics: [2]
16. What was meant by Princely States? How many Princely States were there in India at the time of independence? [2]
17. Differentiate between Modernization and Westernization as developmental goals. [2]
18. Why has India refused to sign the C.T.B.T.? [2]
19. How did the Congress Party succeed in maintaining its dominance till 1967? [2]
- Give any two arguments in favour of reservation for the SCs, STs and Ks in higher
education institutions in India. [2]
21. Describe any four consequences of the disintegration of Soviet Union. [4]
22. How far is it correct to say that the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Centre as the attack on the US hegemony? Explain? [4]
23. What were the objectives behind the formation of the ASEAN in 1967?. [4]
24. Describe any two important components of India's security strategy. [4]
25. Define globalisation. How is it different from internationalisation? [4]
26. Explain India's stand on environmental issues. [4]
27. Briefly explain the role of opposition parties in India.. [4]
28. 'Foreign policy is always dictated by national interests." Do you agree with this view? Support your answer with any two suitable arguments. [4]
29. Examine the factors which helped in the restoration of the Congress Party after its split in 1969. [4]
Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the official CBSE Class 12 Political Science Board Previous Year Question Paper from 2011, specifically the All India set.
What is the duration and total marks for this paper?
The exam was conducted for a duration of 3 hours and carried a total of 100 marks.
How are the questions structured in this paper?
The paper includes questions of 1, 2, 4, and 6 marks, with specific word limits for each category to guide the length of the answers.
Why is solving previous year question papers important for students?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the exam pattern, question difficulty, and marking scheme, thereby improving their preparation and confidence for the board exams.
What are some of the key topics covered in the 2011 Political Science paper?
The paper covers topics such as non-alignment, the disintegration of the Soviet Union, globalisation, India's security strategy, foreign policy, and regionalism, among others.
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