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What percentage of competency-based questions will be included in class XII examinations in the academic year 2023-24?
What percentage of competency-based questions will be included in class XII examinations in the academic year 2023-24?
- 20
- 50
- 40 (correct)
- 30
What is the primary focus of the history syllabus in senior secondary classes?
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?
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?
What is the mark allocation for Project Work in the Internal Assessment?
What is the purpose of the history syllabus in senior secondary classes?
What is the purpose of the history syllabus in senior secondary classes?
What is the significance of the process of enquiry in the study of history?
What is the significance of the process of enquiry in the study of history?
What is the theme-based approach of the history syllabus in class XI?
What is the theme-based approach of the history syllabus in class XI?
What is the role of the historian, according to the text?
What is the role of the historian, according to the text?
Which city was not one of the main centres of the Revolt of 1857?
Which city was not one of the main centres of the Revolt of 1857?
Which of the following territories was not under British control in 1857?
Which of the following territories was not under British control in 1857?
Which city was not an important centre of the National Movement?
Which city was not an important centre of the National Movement?
What was the total number of marks for the Map section in the Class XII question paper design?
What was the total number of marks for the Map section in the Class XII question paper design?
What was the total number of marks for the Project section in the Class XII question paper design?
What was the total number of marks for the Project section in the Class XII question paper design?
What percentage of marks in the Class XII question paper design was allocated to Knowledge and Remembering?
What percentage of marks in the Class XII question paper design was allocated to Knowledge and Remembering?
How many questions were there in each part of the Class XII question paper design?
How many questions were there in each part of the Class XII question paper design?
What was the total number of marks for the Theory section in the Class XII question paper design?
What was the total number of marks for the Theory section in the Class XII question paper design?
What is the primary objective of the project work in classes XI and XII?
What is the primary objective of the project work in classes XI and XII?
What is the role of the teacher in the project work process?
What is the role of the teacher in the project work process?
What is the purpose of discussing the project topic with the students?
What is the purpose of discussing the project topic with the students?
What is the allowed format for the project report?
What is the allowed format for the project report?
What is the purpose of providing resources and materials to the students?
What is the purpose of providing resources and materials to the students?
Why should the project work be spaced from April to November?
Why should the project work be spaced from April to November?
What is the benefit of art integrated activities, experiments, models, quizzes, role plays, group work, and portfolios?
What is the benefit of art integrated activities, experiments, models, quizzes, role plays, group work, and portfolios?
What is the primary objective of evaluating the revenue systems introduced by the British?
What is the primary objective of evaluating the revenue systems introduced by the British?
What is the importance of original work in the project?
What is the importance of original work in the project?
What is the limitation of using official sources for understanding the lives of the people?
What is the limitation of using official sources for understanding the lives of the people?
What is the primary reason for explaining the revenue systems introduced by the British?
What is the primary reason for explaining the revenue systems introduced by the British?
What is the outcome of analyzing the official records and reports?
What is the outcome of analyzing the official records and reports?
What is the significance of discussing the problems faced by the peasants and artisans?
What is the significance of discussing the problems faced by the peasants and artisans?
What is the purpose of exploring the official archives?
What is the purpose of exploring the official archives?
What is the outcome of understanding the revenue systems introduced by the British?
What is the outcome of understanding the revenue systems introduced by the British?
What is the significance of discussing the revenue systems introduced by the British?
What is the significance of discussing the revenue systems introduced by the British?
What is the primary mode of evaluation in class XII project work?
What is the primary mode of evaluation in class XII project work?
What type of sources can be used to support project work, in addition to primary sources?
What type of sources can be used to support project work, in addition to primary sources?
What is the purpose of preserving project reports by the school?
What is the purpose of preserving project reports by the school?
What is the recommended format for visually impaired candidates to present their project work?
What is the recommended format for visually impaired candidates to present their project work?
Which of the following is NOT a suggested topic for class XII projects?
Which of the following is NOT a suggested topic for class XII projects?
What is the main emphasis of the project work in class XII?
What is the main emphasis of the project work in class XII?
Who is responsible for appointing the external examiner in class XII?
Who is responsible for appointing the external examiner in class XII?
What is the primary purpose of using primary sources in project work?
What is the primary purpose of using primary sources in project work?
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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.
Suggested Topics for Class XII Projects
- The Indus Valley Civilization: Archaeological Excavations and New Perspectives
- The History and Legacy of Mauryan Empire
- “Mahabharat”: The Great Epic of India
- The History and Culture of the Vedic period
- Buddha Charita
- A Comprehensive History of Jainism
- Bhakti Movement: Multiple interpretations and commentaries
- The Mystical Dimensions of Sufism
- Global legacy of Gandhian ideas
- The Architectural Culture of the Vijayanagar Empire
- Life of women in the Mughal rural society
- Comparative Analysis of the Land Revenue Systems introduced by the Britishers in India
- The Revolt of 1857: Causes; Planning & Coordination; Leadership, Vision of Unity
- The Philosophy of Guru Nanak Dev
- The Vision of Kabir
- An insight into the Indian Constitution
- Comparative study of Stupas and Pillar edicts
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