List of top Questions asked in CBSE CLASS XII

Panini's book ‘Ashtadhyayi’ is based on which of the following themes?
Which of the following statements is not correct about the subsistence strategy of Harappa?

Match Column I with Column II and choose the correct option:
Column I  Column II 
1. Deogarh       (iii) Bihar 
2. Mahabalipuram       (i) Tamil Nadu 
3. Kailashnatha       (iv) Uttar Pradesh 
4. Barabar       (ii) Maharashtra 

Identify the structural feature marked ‘A’ of Sanchi Stupa and choose the correct option from the following:

To whom among the following did François Bernier dedicate his writing "Comparing East and West"?

Identify the disciple of Shaikh Nizamuddin Auliya with the help of the following information: 
1. He was a great poet and musician of the medieval period.
2. He gave a unique form to Chishti sama.
3. He introduced qawwali.
 

The most striking feature about the location of Vijayanagara was the natural basin formed by river ……. which flows in a north-easterly direction. 
 

In the two stories of Bama and Zitkala-Sa in the lesson of “Memories of Childhood,” there are certain similarities of strength in the face of social challenges. Write a diary entry sharing your observations.
Physically impaired people have to suffer pain and a sense of alienation due to the behaviour of the people around them. It’s ironical that people who should be treated with empathy are either avoided or pitied. Discuss. (On The Face Of It)
Umberto Eco The Interview has a talk with Danny Casey from the story Going Places. Danny, being a football prodigy, feels his popularity may affect his game as he can’t devote much time to it. What advice will Umberto Eco give Danny about time management? Write a paragraph on the interaction between the two and the advice given by Umberto Eco.}
Compose an oral presentation to be shared with your peers on what Gandhi’s advice (Indigo) would be to the bangle makers of Firozabad (\textit{Lost Spring}).
What are Geoff Green’s reasons for including high school students in the ‘Students on Ice’ expedition? (Journey to the End of the Earth)
What were the two ‘amazing’ things of the royal infant? (The Tiger King)
‘Resignation was no sudden thing.’ What is the implication of this remark in the context of Sophie’s character? (Going Places)
Explain how ‘The tigers in the panel … Will go on prancing, proud and unafraid.’ (Aunt Jennifer’s Tigers)
What do you understand by “interstices”? How does Umberto Eco utilize his interstices? (The Interview)
Stephen Spender’s visit to the Gemini Studios was viewed as an unexplained mystery by the Gemini family. How did Asokamitran solve this mystery years later? (Poets and Pancakes)
Why did Gandhi say: ‘Freedom from fear is more important than legal justice for the poor’? (Indigo)
There was an “Each One Teach One” camp held in your school during summer vacations. As student editor of the school magazine, write a report on the camp. You are Sneh/Surbhi. You may use the following cues along with your ideas to write the report. Invent necessary details. \begin{center} \fbox{ \parbox{0.9\linewidth}{ Cues: Children from neighbourhood slums — 5 to 8 years Student volunteers from class XI Foundational numeracy and literacy skills Distribution of stationery and books Both oral and written approaches General knowledge quizzes Certificates given } } \end{center}

Lack of open space and a growing craze for computer and video games have resulted in obesity in the youth of metropolitan cities. Recently, you visited your cousin in a small town where you enjoyed many outdoor games. You want to share your experience. Write an article about the joys of playing outdoor games for your school magazine. You are Sakshi/Sohan. You may use the given cues along with your ideas.

Cues:

Improves physical health

Builds stamina

Releases stress

Learn teamwork and sportsmanship

Close to nature

Development of social skills

You are Ashish/Akanksha, living in Aram Bagh. Apart from environmental pollution, you often feel concerned about the rising level of noise pollution all over the city. Write a letter to the editor of a local daily expressing your views on the same. You may use the cues given below along with your own ideas. \begin{center} \fbox{ \parbox{0.9\linewidth}{ Causes: Traffic noise Construction activities Loudspeakers Social events Effects: Sleep disorders Hearing difficulties Health-related issues Suggestions: Stricter laws and implementation Civic responsibility } } \end{center}
You are Shalini/Sarabjit, a qualified and experienced chartered accountant. You saw the given advertisement in a newspaper and wish to apply for the position advertised. Write a letter to Parkinson Associates along with your bio-data, expressing your interest in the advertised post.
The Literary Club of Geetanjali Public School, Prithvi Nagar is putting up the play, ‘Waiting for Godot’. You have been invited to be the guest of honour at the function. Create an appropriate reply congratulating the students and accepting the invitation. You are Sumita/Sanjay Gupta.
Create a formal invitation inviting parents of the students of B.M. Public School, Shribagh, to a book launch. The book ‘Experiences’ is a compilation of stories written by students of classes 6 to 10. Renowned author Janaki Pillai will be the Chief Guest for the event. Invent necessary details.
The RWA is organizing a two-hour workshop on Digital De-addiction and JOMO – The Joy of Missing Out. Draft a notice informing residents about it and requesting them to attend, along with their children. Invent necessary details. You are Kiran/Krishna, Secretary of the RWA.