Q.1:  If a student fails in the pre Board examination conducted by the school, can he/she be detained from appearing in Class X or XII Board’s exam?             

Ans. No, if he/she is otherwise eligible.

 

 Q.2: Is it possible for a student who has failed in Science stream in Class XII to change subjects to pass at subsequent examination?  

Ans. Yes, but with prior permission of the Board. 

 

Q.3: What is the eligibility criteria for a student to appear as a private candidate in Board examination?  

Ans. The Board prescribes following conditions under which a candidate can appear privately: -

I.                   Failed candidates

II.                 Teachers serving in educational institutions

III.              Women candidates who are bonafide residents of NCT of Delhi and

IV.               Physically handicapped students

 

Q.4: What is the procedure of appearing in additional subject?  

Ans.  An additional subject may be offered within 6 years of passing the examination of the Board.  The subject should be provided in the scheme of studies prescribed by the Board.

 

Q.5: Is it compulsory for a student to repeat the practical examination also if he/she fails in theory?  

Ans. The candidate has an option to appear for practical examination again or retain the previous year practical marks for two consecutive years.

 

Q.6: What are the exemptions provided in examinations to physically challenged and dyslexic candidates?  

Ans. Dyslexic/spastic/physically handicapped students have the option of studying one compulsory language as against two and any four subjects from the following:

I.                   Mathematics, II. Science, III. Social Science, IV.2^nd language

            (Music, Painting, Home Science and Introductory Information Technology)

i.         Additional one hour (60 minutes) for each paper is provided to the students

ii.        Physiotherapy exercises are considered equivalent to Physical and Health

           Education

iii.                 Amanuensis is provided to such students.

 

Q.7: I wish to improve my performance in Chemistry and Maths.  Is it possible and how?  

Ans.  A candidate who has passed Class X or XII examination of the Board may re-appear for improvement of performance in one or more subjects in the main examination in the succeeding year only.  The candidate may appear privately; those re-appearing for whole examination can also appear as regular candidate if admitted by the school.

  -     For subjects involving practical work, if the candidate has passed the practical examination, he or she will be allowed to appear only in theory part. 

 

 

Q.8: Does the Board provide any supplementary material for students preparing for X & XII examinations?  

Ans. Yes, the Board publishes Sample Question Papers and marking Schemes in main subjects in Class X & XII which can be purchased from any of the Board’s offices.

 

Q.9: Are the questions of Sr. Sec. Exam.  strictly based on NCERT books?  

Ans.:  NCERT books are recommended for studies as they cover the prescribed syllabus.  It is, therefore, advisable to concentrate on these books.

 

Q.10: Is it compulsory to pass in theory and practical exams. separately?  

Ans.: Yes, it is compulsory to pass separately in the subjects involving theory and practical in Class XII.

 

Q11: Is a student required to appear in all subjects in improvement examination?  

Ans.: No, the student can appear in one or more than one subject(s) as per his/her choice.  However, improvement exam. can be taken only in the successive year of passing Class X/XII exams.

 

Q.12: What are the kinds of questions asked in Physics, Chemistry and Biology and how should one attempt the questions?

 

Ans.: The Board publishes Sample Question papers in all the main subjects every year along with Marking Schemes.  It is better to procure a copy of each publication.  Board’s website can also be visited at cbse.nic.in

 

Q.13: Is there negative marking for exceeding word limit?  

Ans.: No, the marks are not cut for exceeding the word limit.  However, it is better to restrict to the specified word limit.  This should be practiced at the time of revision, which will also help in completing the paper within the allotted time.

 

Q.14: How many sets of question papers are distributed in examination hall in Board’s examination?  

Ans.: The Board prepares three sets of questions papers in all the main subjects having equal difficulty level.

 

 

Q.15: Is it possible to score 80% in Maths in Class X after studying from the NCERT books, latest CBSE Sample Question papers and other Sample Papers?  

Ans.: Marks would entirely depend upon the preparation and performance during examination.  It is, therefore, advisable to remain focused and do your best.

 

Q.16: Will a student lose marks if he/she opts for Hindi as a medium for writing +2 examination?  

Ans.: Certainly not.  The Board gives option of medium to the students to answer questions in Hindi or English and even in Urdu.  The marks are deducted only in case of wrong answers.

 

Q.17: What are the changes in the pattern of Examination in Class XII this year?  

Ans.: The changes in question paper design and weightages are mentioned in Sample Question Papers in each stream.  A copy of Marking Scheme can also be bought from the Headquarter or Regional Office.

 

Q.18: If a student decides to drop one year, what will be the syllabus applicable for the next examination, the old or the new?

 

Ans.: The candidate will have to study the syllabus recommended for the year in which he/she plans to give the examination.

 

Q.19: What are the rules for condonation of attendance?  

Ans. :I. A candidate must have 75% attendance as on 1^st February of the year of examination.  Shortage up to 15% may be condoned by the Chairman.  Cases of candidates with attendance below 60% shall be considered for condonation of shortage of attendance only in exceptional circumstances like prolonged serious illness such as cancer, AIDS or T.B.

II Death of a parent

III. Authorized participation in sponsored tournaments and Sports meet of at least inter school level and NCC/NSS camps.

 

Q.20: Are marks deducted for missing steps in Maths?

 

Ans.: Yes, marks are deducted for missing steps.  It will be better to get a copy of the Marking Scheme to know about the weightage and steps and practice accordingly.

 

Q.21: Is the candidate allowed to see the answer script in case the result is not as per the expectations?  

Ans.: No.  There is no provision of showing answer scripts.  The candidate can apply for scrutiny, for reconfirmation of marks.

 

Q.22: If a candidate passes in the additional subject but fails in one of the main subjects, what will the result show?  

Ans.: The candidate will be considered as having passed the examination in such a case.  A language will replace a language only.  For further details the scheme of examinations and bye-laws can be referred to.

 

Q.23: Is it compulsory to use ink pen for writing answers in Board exams?  

Ans.: Always use blue or royal blue ink pen while writing the answers. Also try to write in neat and legible handwriting.

 

Q.24: How can one get good marks in Maths?  Are there any guess papers published by the Board?  

Ans.: The preparation in Maths essentially depends upon written practice and revising the entire syllabus.  Try to solve each and every problem given in the exercises in NCERT textbook.   The Board does not publish any guess papers.  It will be better to practice from the Sample Question papers.

 

Q.25: Will the question paper of Maths be different than the two blue prints given in the Sample Question Paper for Class X?  

Ans. Based on the same design any number of the question papers can be prepared.  The paper setter may generate another blue print in addition to two blue prints included in the document.

 

Q.26: Will the examiner cut marks if the answers are not written in serial order?  

Ans.: No marks are cut.  However, it is advised that the answers should be written in correct serial order as far as possible.

 

Q. 27: What is the procedure followed in marking the answers?  

Ans.: Each answer is divided into steps and marks are given in accordance to the weightage assigned for these steps.  It is advised that a copy of Marking Scheme be procured to get a clear idea.

 

Q. 28: In Class X Board exam. can the answers to the questions written in random order?    

Ans.: Answers to the questions can be written in random order as long answers are numbered correctly.  However since the answer scripts of Science and Technology will be evaluated by two examiners, answer should be written section-wise.  Within the section any order may follow.

 

Q. 29 Does poor handwriting affect performance in the Board exams?  What is the correct speed rate to follow?  

Ans.: Answers should be written in a hand which can be read easily by the examiner.  Being neat and legible is important.  There is no speed rate prescribed.  It is better to divide time and plan answers while reading the question paper in the beginning. 

 

Q. 30: If one gets good marks in the pre-boards what does it indicate?  Will the marks in the Board also be good as well?  

Answer: Getting good marks in the Pre-boards clearly indicates that one has prepared well.  Being consistent in preparations will definitely fetch good marks in board exams as well.s

 

Q. 31: Is it true that longer answers in Hindi fetch better marks, as opposed to English?  

Ans.: The marks are not related to the length of the answers but to the relevant value points which must be covered both in Hindi as well as in English and even in other subjects.