CBSE Class 12 Home Science 2017 Main Exam Delhi Set-1 Previous Year Question Paper

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This is the CBSE Class 12 Home Science 2017 Main Exam Delhi Set-1 Previous Year Question Paper. The paper consists of 25 questions divided into different mark categories. Questions 1-6 are worth 1 mark each and require brief answers. Questions 7-13 are 2-mark questions, expecting answers between 10-20 words. Questions 14-15 are 3-mark questions for answers of 20-30 words. Questions 16-21 carry 4 marks each, with answers expected in around 40 words. Finally, questions 22-25 are 5-mark questions requiring answers of 50-60 words. Answers should be supported with suitable examples where necessary. Solving this board question paper provides valuable practice for students preparing for their CBSE examinations.

Quick info

BoardCBSE
Class12
SubjectHome Science
Session2017
LanguageEnglish
TypePrevious Year Question Paper
Exam typeBoard Exam

Paper pattern

The paper has 25 questions divided into sections with varying marks: 1-mark (Q1-6), 2-mark (Q7-13), 3-mark (Q14-15), 4-mark (Q16-21), and 5-mark (Q22-25).

Topics covered

Paper topics

  • Food safety standards
  • MGNREGA worker facilities
  • Nutritional needs during pregnancy
  • Silk sari quality marks
  • Care labels for garments
  • Garment construction indicators

Important topics

  • Food safety standards (Agmark, FPO)
  • MGNREGA worker facilities
  • Protein requirements for pregnant women
  • Care label symbols
  • Garment drape and fit

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Question paper text

Question Paper Delhi 2017 Set 1 CBSE Class 12 Home Science

General Instructions:

All questions are compulsory.

<math>\blacktriangle</math> There are total 25 questions.

lacktrian Question nos. 1-6 are of 1 mark, to be answered in one or two lines.

Question nos. 7-13 are of 2 marks, to be answered in 10-20 words.

Question nos. 14 & 15 are of 3 marks, to be answered in 20-30 words.

Question nos. 16-21 are of 4 marks, to be answered in 40 words.

Question nos. 22-25 are of 5 marks, to be answered in 50-60 words.

Support your answer with suitable examples wherever required.

  1. Other than fssai, mention the standard marks you should check while buying a bag of wheat flour and a bottle of mango pickle.

Ans. i. Wheat flour – Ag mark

  1. Mango pickle – FPO
  2. List any two facilities which are provided for the workers at the worksite, under MGNREGA.

Ans. Provision of:

  1. Shade
  2. First aid
  3. Drinking water,
  4. Crèche
  5. Inform the staff at the ICDS centre about the change in daily need of protein for pregnant women.

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Ans. 55gm +23gm / 78 gm /+23 gm

  1. Draw a symbol which indicates the quality and purity of a silk sari.

Ans.

  1. Draw suitable symbols for the care label of a dress that indicates that 'it should not

be tumble dried' and 'should be ironed at low heat'.

Ans. (i)

Do not Tumble dry

(ii)

Iron at low heat

  1. Mention any two indicators by which you will know the dress has been cut along the selvedge.

Ans. i. Good drape

  1. Garment hangs well
  2. Stretches widthwise
  3. Comfortable to wear

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Frequently asked questions

What is this document?

This is the CBSE Class 12 Home Science 2017 Main Exam Delhi Set-1 Previous Year Question Paper, designed for exam practice.

What is the structure of the paper?

The paper contains 25 questions with varying marks, from 1-mark questions requiring brief answers to 5-mark questions needing detailed responses with examples.

How does solving this paper help?

Solving this previous year question paper helps students understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, improving their preparation and confidence.

What are the marks distribution for the questions?

Questions are divided into 1-mark, 2-mark, 3-mark, 4-mark, and 5-mark categories, with specific word limits for answers in each section.

What is the importance of practicing with previous year papers?

Practicing with previous year question papers is crucial for understanding the board's examination style, time management, and scoring potential.

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