CBSE Class 12 Political Science Question Paper 2025 Code 59/7/1

CBSE Class 12 Political Science Question Paper 2025 Code 59/7/1 is available for download here. CBSE conducted the Class 12 Political Science exam on March 22, 2025 from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The Political Science theory paper is of 80 marks.

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The Political Science question paper includes the following types of questions:

The question paper has 30 questions, all compulsory, for 80 marks in 3 hours, with 15 minutes of extra reading time
Section A (Q1 to Q12) has 12 multiple choice questions of 1 mark each (12 marks)
Section B (Q13 to Q18) has 6 short answer questions of 2 marks each, to be answered in 50 to 60 words (12 marks)
Section C (Q19 to Q23) has 5 long answer type-I questions of 4 marks each, to be answered in 100 to 120 words (20 marks)
Section D (Q24 to Q26) has 3 passage, cartoon/picture and map-based questions of 4 marks each (12 marks)
Section E (Q27 to Q30) has 4 long answer type-II questions of 6 marks each, to be answered in 170 to 180 words (24 marks)
There is no overall choice, but internal choice (OR) is given in some questions of Sections C and E

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CBSE Class 12 Political Science 2025 Set 59/7/1 Questions with Solutions

Question 1:

In the ASEAN logo, the ten stalks of paddy (rice) represent the ten South-east Asian countries bound together in :

(A) Fraternity and Liberty
(B) Friendship and Solidarity
(C) Peace and Friendship
(D) Solidarity and Co-operation

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Question 2:

The economy of South Korea was the _________ largest in the world in 2017.

(A) 5^th
(B) 8^th
(C) 11^th
(D) 14^th

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Question 3:

For Question number 3, two statements are given - one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R). Read these statements carefully and choose the correct option as the answer from the options (A), (B), (C) and (D) given below.

Assertion (A) : Modernisation is associated with the ideas of growth, material progress and scientific rationality.

Reason (R) : The Government of India replaced the Planning Commission with a new institution named NITI Aayog.

(A) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).
(B) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).
(C) Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.
(D) Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.

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Question 4:

Match List-I with List-II correctly and choose the correct answer from the codes given below :

List-I	List-II
1. S. Nijalingappa	(i) Chief Minister of Madras (Tamil Nadu)
2. K. Kamaraj	(ii) Chief Minister of Mysore (Karnataka)
3. Gaya Lal	(iii) Chief Minister of Bihar
4. Karpoori Thakur	(iv) Member of Legislative Assembly of Haryana

Codes :

(A) 1-(ii), 2-(i), 3-(iv), 4-(iii)
(B) 1-(iii), 2-(i), 3-(iv), 4-(ii)
(C) 1-(iv), 2-(iii), 3-(ii), 4-(i)
(D) 1-(i), 2-(ii), 3-(iii), 4-(iv)

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Question 5:

Given below are two statements :

Statement I : Globalization is a multidimensional concept.

Statement II : Globalization leads to the rise of cultural homogenisation.

In the light of above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) Both Statement I and Statement II are true.
(B) Both Statement I and Statement II are false.
(C) Statement I is true, but Statement II is false.
(D) Statement I is false, but Statement II is true.

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Question 6:

In India, the resistance to globalization has not come from :

(A) Left wing
(B) Right wing
(C) Trade unions
(D) Multinational companies

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Question 7:

The term 'Sustainable Development' implies :

(A) Combining economic growth with ecological responsibility.
(B) Combining economic growth with social responsibility.
(C) Combining economic growth with per capita income.
(D) Combining economic growth with national income.

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Question 8:

Who among the following was associated with the preparation of the draft of the First Year Plan ?

(A) K.N. Raj
(B) P.C. Mahalanobis
(C) Jawaharlal Nehru
(D) Charan Singh

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Question 10:

In which layer of the atmosphere is ozone found ?

(A) Troposphere
(B) Stratosphere
(C) Mesosphere
(D) Thermosphere

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Question 11:

Before which Lok Sabha elections was the slogan 'Garibi Hatao' given ?

(A) 3^rd
(B) 4^th
(C) 5^th
(D) 6^th

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Question 12:

Who among the following had created the Indian National Army (INA) during the Second World War ?

(A) Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose
(B) Jawaharlal Nehru
(C) Mahatma Gandhi
(D) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

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Question 13:

India and Pakistan relations seem to be a story of endemic conflict. Suggest any two measures to curb tensions between the two countries.

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Question 14:

Describe the basic choices that any government has in responding to a threat of war.

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Question 15:

How does globalization impact your life ? Support your answer with the help of any two suitable examples.

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Question 16:

Highlight any two reasons for the dominance of Congress Party in the first three general elections.

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Question 17:

Name any four Prime Ministers of India who ruled for less than a year.

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Question 18:

Justify the abolition of Privy Purses by Indira Gandhi.

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Question 19:

Describe the objectives and means of the student movement in Bihar under the leadership of Jayaprakash Narayan in 1974.

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Question 20:

Explain any two differences between the traditional notions of external and internal security.

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Question 21(a):

Explain the various economic policies adopted by China that led to the rise of its economy.

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Question 21(b) (OR):

Between the 1960s and the 1980s, South Korea emerged as an economic power in Asia which is termed as "Miracle on the Han River". Explain any two reasons behind it.

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Question 22(a):

Describe any four contributions made by India to promote international peace and security.

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Question 22(b) (OR):

Describe any four important principles of India's foreign policy.

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Question 23:

Explain any two developments that took place in Indian politics after 1989 which made a long lasting impact on its politics.

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Question 24(i):

SAFTA came into effect from :

(A) 1^st January, 2004
(B) 1^st January, 2005
(C) 1^st January, 2006
(D) 1^st January, 2007

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Question 24(ii):

SAFTA is related to which one of the following regional organisations ?

(A) South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)
(B) Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN)
(C) European Union (EU)
(D) Non-Aligned Movement (NAM)

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Question 24(iii):

Which one of the following objective is true about the spirit behind the idea of SAFTA ?

(A) To develop a sense of friendship and solidarity among its member nations.
(B) To allow free trade across the borders.
(C) To resolve cross-border issues with discussion.
(D) To challenge superpowers in the contemporary world.

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Question 24(iv):

What among the following was promised by SAFTA ?

(A) Formation of a free trade zone
(B) Formation of a peaceful environment
(C) Formation of a strong organisation
(D) Formation of a cultural organisation

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Question 25:

In the given political outline map of India (on page 15), four States have been marked as (A), (B), (C) and (D). Identify these States on the basis of the information given below and write their correct names in your answer-book along with the respective serial number of the information used and the concerned alphabets given in the map as per the following format :

Serial number of the information used	Concerned alphabet given in the map	Name of the State
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)

(i) The state associated with the communist leader A.K. Gopalan.

(ii) The state to which Rafi Ahmed Kidwai, first Minister for Communications belonged.

(iii) The state where Congress Party was dominant from 1952 to 1967.

(iv) The state where National Conference came into power in 1952.

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Question 26(i):

Which country has attacked any other country to have control on the 'Oil' resource ?

(A) India
(B) Pakistan
(C) United States of America
(D) United Kingdom

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Question 26(ii):

Which one of the following country is rich in the 'Oil' resource ?

(A) Saudi Arbia
(B) Japan
(C) Italy
(D) Vietnam

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Question 26(iii):

Which one of the following is an example of a war for getting control of the natural resources like oil ?

(A) Indo-China War 1962
(B) Indo-Pak War 1971
(C) Gulf War
(D) Second World War

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Question 26(iv):

Which one of the following is the most appropriate message given by the cartoon ?

(A) Oil is an important resource for developed countries.
(B) Oil is cheap for making payment.
(C) Big powers can attack the small countries to grab oil resources.
(D) Oil producing countries need the help of big powers.

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Question 27(a):

Highlight the reasons for the tensions and conflicts faced by any three former Soviet Republics.

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Question 27(b) (OR):

Highlight any four reasons for the disintegration of the Soviet Union in 1991.

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Question 28(a):

Justify India's claim for permanent membership of the United Nations Security Council with any four criteria.

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Question 28(b) (OR):

Justify the relevance of United Nations Organization in the contemporary world with the help of any four examples.

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Question 29(a):

Explain any two reasons responsible for the establishment of the States Reorganization Commission and highlight the basis on which new states were created.

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Question 29(b) (OR):

Explain any three challenges which India faced at the time of independence.

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Question 30(a):

Assess the reasons for the Dravidian Movement and its outcomes.

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Question 30(b) (OR):

Why is the period since 1980 known for the rise of regional aspirations ? Assess India's response to these aspirations.

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CBSE Class 12 Political Science 2025 Question Paper Details

Exam	CBSE Class 12 Board Examination 2025
Subject	Political Science
Paper code	59/7/1
Exam date	March 22, 2025
Time allowed	3 hours (plus 15 minutes of reading time, 10:15 AM to 10:30 AM)
Maximum marks	80
Total questions	30 (attempt 30)

CBSE Class 12 Political Science Question Paper Pattern and Marking Scheme

The CBSE Class 12 Political Science 2025 question paper is of 80 marks and has 30 questions, of which 30 are to be attempted. The tables below give the section-wise paper pattern and the split of marks, as printed in the official question paper.

CBSE Class 12 Political Science Question Paper Pattern 2025

Section	Questions	Question Type	Choice	Marks per Question	Marks
Section A	Q1-Q12	Multiple choice questions (MCQs)	All 12	1	12
Section B	Q13-Q18	Short answer questions (50 to 60 words)	All 6	2	12
Section C	Q19-Q23	Long answer type-I questions (100 to 120 words), with internal choice (OR) in some questions	All 5	4	20
Section D	Q24-Q26	Passage, cartoon/picture and map-based questions	All 3	4	12
Section E	Q27-Q30	Long answer type-II questions (170 to 180 words), with internal choice (OR) in some questions	All 4	6	24
Total	30 questions		Attempt 30		80

CBSE Class 12 Political Science Marks Distribution 2025

Question Type	Questions to Attempt	Marks per Question	Total Marks
Multiple choice questions (MCQs) (Section A)	12	1	12
Short answer questions (50 to 60 words) (Section B)	6	2	12
Long answer type-I questions (100 to 120 words), with internal choice (OR) in some questions (Section C)	5	4	20
Passage, cartoon/picture and map-based questions (Section D)	3	4	12
Long answer type-II questions (170 to 180 words), with internal choice (OR) in some questions (Section E)	4	6	24
Total	30		80

Liabilities	Amount (Rs)	Assets	Amount (Rs)
Capitals:		Land & Building	8,00,000
Anuj 3,00,000		Furniture	2,40,000
Divij 4,00,000		Stock	1,20,000
Shilpa 5,00,000	12,00,000	Debtors	1,70,000
Bills Payable	60,000	Cash	50,000
Creditors	1,20,000
	13,80,000		13,80,000

CBSE Class 12 Political Science Question Paper 2025 Code 59/7/1

CBSE Class 12 Political Science Question Paper 2025 Code 59/7/1 PDF

CBSE Class 12 Political Science 2025 Set 59/7/1 Questions with Solutions

CBSE Class 12 Political Science 2025 Question Paper Details

CBSE Class 12 Political Science Question Paper Pattern and Marking Scheme

CBSE Class 12 Political Science Question Paper Pattern 2025

CBSE Class 12 Political Science Marks Distribution 2025

CBSE CLASS XII Questions

2.
Identify the plant in which emasculation is not required for artificial hybridization.

3.
Identify the parts P, Q, R, S in the figure given below and select the option in the correct order.

4.
The books of Mehul and Barkha showed that their capital employed on 31st March, 2025 was Rs 6,00,000. If the normal profits are Rs 60,000 and super profits are Rs 20,000, then the normal rate of return is:

5.
John, Honey and Racob were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses equally. On 31st July, 2025 John died. His share in the profits of the firm from the date of last balance sheet till the date of his death will be:

6.
Write the name of basic building units of proteins and nucleic acids. How can you differentiate between Fibrous and Globular proteins on the basis of their structures ?

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CBSE CLASS XII Questions

2.Identify the plant in which emasculation is not required for artificial hybridization.

3.Identify the parts P, Q, R, S in the figure given below and select the option in the correct order.

4.The books of Mehul and Barkha showed that their capital employed on 31st March, 2025 was Rs 6,00,000. If the normal profits are Rs 60,000 and super profits are Rs 20,000, then the normal rate of return is:

5.John, Honey and Racob were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses equally. On 31st July, 2025 John died. His share in the profits of the firm from the date of last balance sheet till the date of his death will be:

6.Write the name of basic building units of proteins and nucleic acids. How can you differentiate between Fibrous and Globular proteins on the basis of their structures ?

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2.
Identify the plant in which emasculation is not required for artificial hybridization.

3.
Identify the parts P, Q, R, S in the figure given below and select the option in the correct order.

4.
The books of Mehul and Barkha showed that their capital employed on 31st March, 2025 was Rs 6,00,000. If the normal profits are Rs 60,000 and super profits are Rs 20,000, then the normal rate of return is:

5.
John, Honey and Racob were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses equally. On 31st July, 2025 John died. His share in the profits of the firm from the date of last balance sheet till the date of his death will be:

6.
Write the name of basic building units of proteins and nucleic acids. How can you differentiate between Fibrous and Globular proteins on the basis of their structures ?