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What percentage of competency-based questions will be included in class XII examinations in the academic year 2023-24?

40 (correct)

What is the primary focus of the history syllabus in senior secondary classes?

Memorizing historical dates and events

Mastering historical facts and figures

Developing writing skills through historical narratives

Developing critical thinking and enquiry skills (correct)

What is the significance of studying history, according to the text?

To learn about different cultures

To understand our past and shape our future (correct)

To acquire knowledge about historical events

To develop writing skills

What is the mark allocation for Project Work in the Internal Assessment?

20 marks Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the history syllabus in senior secondary classes?

To help students develop critical thinking and enquiry skills Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the process of enquiry in the study of history?

It enables students to develop critical thinking and analytical skills Signup and view all the answers

What is the theme-based approach of the history syllabus in class XI?

Organized around major themes in world history Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the historian, according to the text?

To interpret and analyze historical evidence Signup and view all the answers

Which city was not one of the main centres of the Revolt of 1857?

Surat Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following territories was not under British control in 1857?

Gwalior Signup and view all the answers

Which city was not an important centre of the National Movement?

Lucknow Signup and view all the answers

What was the total number of marks for the Map section in the Class XII question paper design?

5 Signup and view all the answers

What was the total number of marks for the Project section in the Class XII question paper design?

80 Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of marks in the Class XII question paper design was allocated to Knowledge and Remembering?

26.25% Signup and view all the answers

How many questions were there in each part of the Class XII question paper design?

7 Signup and view all the answers

What was the total number of marks for the Theory section in the Class XII question paper design?

100 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of the project work in classes XI and XII?

To enhance cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains in learners Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the teacher in the project work process?

To closely supervise and guide the students Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of discussing the project topic with the students?

To avoid repetition of topics Signup and view all the answers

What is the allowed format for the project report?

Handwritten report Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of providing resources and materials to the students?

To facilitate the project work Signup and view all the answers

Why should the project work be spaced from April to November?

To ensure that the project work does not interfere with the Final Examination Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of art integrated activities, experiments, models, quizzes, role plays, group work, and portfolios?

To enhance cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains in learners Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of evaluating the revenue systems introduced by the British?

To understand the economic aspects of colonialism in India Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of original work in the project?

To ensure that the students submit original work Signup and view all the answers

What is the limitation of using official sources for understanding the lives of the people?

They provide a biased view of the colonial period Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for explaining the revenue systems introduced by the British?

To understand the lives of the peasants and artisans Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of analyzing the official records and reports?

To find solutions to protect the peasants and artisans Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of discussing the problems faced by the peasants and artisans?

To find solutions to protect the peasants and artisans Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of exploring the official archives?

To understand the divergent interest of the British and Indians Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of understanding the revenue systems introduced by the British?

To comprehend the economic aspects of colonialism Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of discussing the revenue systems introduced by the British?

To comprehend the economic aspects of colonialism Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mode of evaluation in class XII project work?

External evaluation by the Board-appointed examiner Signup and view all the answers

What type of sources can be used to support project work, in addition to primary sources?

Secondary sources Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of preserving project reports by the school?

For scrutiny by the CBSE Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended format for visually impaired candidates to present their project work?

A format suitable to their needs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a suggested topic for class XII projects?

The Impact of Climate Change on Indian History Signup and view all the answers

What is the main emphasis of the project work in class XII?

To apply historical knowledge in a creative way Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for appointing the external examiner in class XII?

The CBSE Board Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using primary sources in project work?

To provide evidence for a historical claim Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Themes in Indian History Part-III

Colonialism affected various groups, including zamindars, peasants, and artisans.
The revenue systems introduced by the British are important to understand the economic aspects of colonization in India.

Understanding the Lives of People

Official sources, such as records and reports, have limitations and problems that need to be understood.
These sources can provide insight into the lives of people, but they also require analysis and critical thinking.

Official Archives

Records and reports maintained by rural societies can provide valuable information.
Different types of records and reports were used to understand the diverse interests of the British and Indians.

Colonialism and the Countryside

Territories/cities under British control in 1857 included Punjab, Sindh, Bombay, Madras, Berar, Bengal, Bihar, Orissa, Surat, Calcutta, Patna, and Allahabad.
Main centers of the Revolt of 1857 included Delhi, Meerut, Jhansi, Lucknow, Kanpur, Azamgarh, Calcutta, Benaras, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Agra, and Awadh.
Important centers of the National Movement included Champaran, Kheda, Ahmedabad, Benaras, Amritsar, Chauri Chaura, Lahore, Bardoli, Dandi, Bombay ( Quit India Resolution), and Karachi.

Syllabus and Question Paper Design

The Class XII question paper design consists of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), Short Answer (SA), Long Answer (LA), Source-Based, and Map questions.
The weightage of the questions is based on competencies, including Knowledge, Understanding, Applying, Analyzing, Evaluating, and Creating.

Internal Assessment

Project work is an essential component of the internal assessment, with a maximum marks of 80.
The project work is designed to enhance cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains in learners.

Project Work Guidelines

Teachers should design and prepare a list of 15-20 projects and allow students to choose a project based on their interest.
Project work can be done individually or in groups.
The project topic should be assigned after discussion with students to avoid repetition.
The teacher should play the role of a facilitator and guide the students throughout the project completion process.

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