Question Paper Pattern changed for CBSE Board Exam 2024-25
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has indeed implemented a new question paper pattern for Class 11 and 12 exams starting from the academic year 2024-25.
- Increased Focus on Competency-Based Questions (50%) : Expect a higher weightage for questions that assess your ability to apply knowledge. These can include:
- Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with application scenarios
- Case studies that analyze real-life situations related to the subject matter
- Source-based integrated questions that test your ability to interpret data and information from various sources
- Reduced Emphasis on Long Answer Questions (30%) : The weightage of traditional questions requiring long, descriptive answers has been decreased.
- Alignment with NEP 2020 : This shift aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020’s focus on fostering critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and practical understanding.
CBSE Exam Pattern Changed for Classes 11 and 12
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a significant change in the exam format for Classes 11 and 12. Implemented in the upcoming academic year (2024-25), this change aims to assess students’ ability to apply concepts learned in class to real-world situations.
In short:
- CBSE exams will focus on applying learned concepts to real-world situations through concept application questions (MCQs, case studies, data analysis).
- Weightage of traditional long-answer questions reduced to encourage deeper understanding.
- The new format applies to Classes 11 & 12 starting from the upcoming academic year.