HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus

Q: Where can I download the HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus?

The HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus can be downloaded from the official website of Haryana Board bseh.org.in. The link to the syllabus can be found here bseh.org.in.

Q: What are the important chapters in the HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus?

Important chapters in the HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus include Bricks, Beads and Bones , Bhakti- Sufi Traditions (Changes in Religious Beliefs and Devotional Texts), Mahatma Gandhi and the Nationalist Movement, Kings, Farmers and Towns (Early States and Economics).

Q: Which books are prescribed for the HBSE Class 12th History exam?

The books such as Indian History: Part I, Part II, Part III; BSEH Publications © NCERT are prescribed for the HBSE Class 12th History Exam.

Q: Which is the highest weightage topic in the HBSE Class 12th History exam?

Bricks, Beads and Bones (The Harappan Civilization) and Rebels and the Raj The 1857 Revolt and its Representations are the highest weightage topics in HBSE Class 12th History Exam.

Q: Are Student’s Attendance counted for HBSE Class 12th History Internal Assessment?

Yes, Student’s Attendance is counted in HBSE Class 12th History Exam and will be awarded 05 marks as: 75% to 80% - 01 marks Above 80% to 85% - 02 marks Above 85% to 90% - 03 marks Above 90% to 95% - 04 marks Above 95% to 100%- 05 marks

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Updated on - Nov 5, 2024

Table of Contents

HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus
HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus: Internal Assessment
HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus: PDF Download
How to Download HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus
HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus: Question Paper Design
Best Books for HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus
Preparation Tips for HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus

HBSE Class 12 History Syllabus has been published by the Board of School Education, Haryana on the official website bseh.org.in. The link to the syllabus can be found on the official website at bseh.org.in.

This syllabus includes 12 chapters including Bricks, Beads and Bones (The Harappan Civilization), Kings, Farmers and Towns (Early States and Economics), Kinship, Caste and Class (Early Societies), Thinkers, Beliefs and Buildings (Cultural Developments) and many more.

HBSE Class 12 History Exam will be conducted for 100 Marks. The theory exam will be for 80 marks including Map Work and the internal assessment will carry 20 Marks.

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HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus

HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus can be checked below:

Sr No	Chapter	Sub-Topics	Marks
1	Bricks, Beads and Bones (The Harappan Civilization)	Story of discovery Archaeological report on a major site Mohenjo-Daro: A planned Town Seals and Stamping Harappan: A planned Town	10
2	Kings, Farmers and Towns (Early States and Economics)	Political and Economic History from the Mauryan to the Gupta period Sixteen Mahajan pada An Initial State Ashokan inscription and Gupta period land grant Interpretation of inscriptions by historians	06
3	Kinship, Caste and Class (Early Societies)	Critical Edition of Mahabharata Transmission and publications of the Mahabharat Caste and Social Mobility Other sources for reconstructing social history	05
4	Thinkers, Beliefs and Buildings (Cultural Developments)	Sanchi: A Glance Focus on Buddhism Discovery of Sanchi Stupa Reproduction of sculptures from Sanchi Buddha and pursuit of knowledge	05
5	Through the Eyes of Travellers (Perceptions of Society)	Al Baruni: Kitab-Ul-Hind Ibn Battuta: Rihlah Francois Bernier Travelers account	05
6	Bhakti- Sufi Traditions (Changes in Religious Beliefs and Devotional Texts)	Ideas and practices of the Bhakti-Sufi Outline of religious developments during this period saints Extracts from selected Bhakti-Sufi works Islamic traditions Faith of Sufism	10
7	An Imperial Capital: Vijayanagar	Discovery of Hampi Outline of new buildings during Vijayanagar Relation between architecture and the political system Account of how Hampi was found Treasury center	05
8	Peasants, Zamindars and the States	Structure of agrarian system Patterns of change over the period Account of Ain I Akbari Discuss the development in agrarian relations Discuss how to supplement official documents with other sources	04
9	Colonialism and The Countryside	Life of zamindars, peasants and artisans Permanent Settlement Santhals and Pahari’s From Fifth Report Story of official records	04
10	Rebels and the Raj 1857 Revolt and its Representations	The Revolt of 1857 Vision of Unity Rumour and Prediction What did the rebels want Suppression of rebellion	10
11	Mahatma Gandhi and the Nationalist Movement	The Nationalist Movement 1918-48 The Nature of Gandhian politics and leadership Non-co-operation movement Salt March India Quit Movement	07
12	Framing of the Constitution The Beginning of a New Era	A round of upheaval Independence and then new nation state The making of constitution The power of states Nation language	04
	Map Work		05
	Total		80
	Internal Assessment		20
	Grand Total		100

HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus: Internal Assessment

In the Annual Examination of HBSE Class 12th History Subject,the theory will be for 80 marks and internal assessment would be for 20 marks. More details regarding Internal Assessment can be checked below:

For Internal Assessment:

There will be Internal Periodic Assessment that would include:

(i) For 4 marks- Three SAT exams will be conducted and will carry a weightage of 04 marks towards the final Internal Assessment.

(ii) For 2 marks- One half yearly exam will be held and will have a weightage of 02 marks towards the final Internal Assessment.

(iii) For 2 marks- Pre- Board exam will be conducted and will carry a weightage of 02 marks for final Internal Assessment.

(iv) For 2 marks- The subject teacher will evaluate and give a maximum of 02 marks for CRP (Classroom participation).

(v) For 5 marks- Project work assigned to students will have a weightage of 05 marks for final Internal Assessment.

(vi) For 5 marks- Student’s Attendance will be awarded 05 marks as:

75% to 80% - 01 marks
Above 80% to 85% - 02 marks
Above 85% to 90% - 03 marks
Above 90% to 95% - 04 marks
Above 95% to 100%- 05 marks

HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus: PDF Download

Candidates can click on the link given below to download HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus PDF:

HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus PDF

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How to Download HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus

Candidates can check out the step by step process below on how to download HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus from the official website:

Visit the HBSE Official Website i.e. bseh.org.in.
Go to the Quick Links tab on the Left side
Locate the "Academic Session 2024 -2025 Curriculum (9th to 12th)" section and Click on it.
Next Select Class 12 from the options given.
Now Click on the option 12th Class: Syllabus with Question Paper Design 2024-25
Next, Look for the History Syllabus and click on it.
Download the Syllabus for Future Use

HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus: Question Paper Design

Table 1: HBSE Class 12th History: Question Paper Design

Competencies	Percentage	Marks
Knowledge	40%	32
Understanding	30%	24
Application	20%	16
Skill	10%	08
Total	100%	80

Table 2: HBSE Class 12th History: Question Paper Design

Type of Question	Marks	Number	Description	Total Marks
Objective Questions	1	21	12 MCQs, 3 one-word answers, 3 fill in the blanks, 3 assertion-reason questions.	21
Short Answer Type Questions	3	08	Internal choice will be given in any three questions.	24
Source-Based Questions	4	03	No choice will be given	12
Essay Type Questions	6	03	Internal choice will be given in all questions.	18
Map Work	5	01	No choice will be given	05
Total		36		80

Best Books for HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus

Candidates can check out the books prescribed by the Haryana Board for Class 12th History:

Prescribed Books for HBSE Class 12th Mathematics

1. 1. Some Topics of Indian History: Part I, Part II, Part III; BSEH Publications © NCERT

NCERT textbooks have boxes across the book that gives information. This will provide conceptual clarity to the student. But whatever information given in these boxes would not be tested on the year-end examination.

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Preparation Tips for HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus

Candidates can check out the preparation tips for HBSE Class 12th History Syllabus:

Candidates should practice essay type questions while writing in a clear and concise manner as it holds 18 marks For eg, The question paper might ask you to write on Main teachings of Sikhism or Tasks performed by the rulers in the Harappan Society.
Concentrate on source-based and assertion-reason questions as these require the thinking process and the given information's analysis. You may become familiar with this kind of question and may find it easier to write answers at the time of exams within the given time limit.
While reading the syllabus, note all the important dates and events. This may come handy for quick revision during the exams.
In order to score some easy marks, candidates should focus on Map Based Questions as it is often neglected. Make sure to allocate some time to practice Map Questions. For an eg The question paper might ask you to mark Matsya, Ajmer, Manda, the place where the Jallianwala Bagh massacre took place, the place where Mahatma Buddha gave his first sermon.
Solve Previous Year Question Papers as it might give candidates an idea about the question types, marks allocated, which question has been repeated and the pattern of the paper.