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CBSE.conducted the CBSE Class 12 Economics 2026 exam on March 18. Here we have provided sure-shot MCQs for CBSE Class 12 Economics Exam 2026. Practising these, students can definitely score good marks. Important Questions for CBSE Class 12 Economics Exam 2026 are given by the experts.

CBSE conducted CBSE Class 12 Economics 2026 exam on March 18. Here we have provided sure-shot MCQs for CBSE Class 12 Economics Exam 2026. Practising these, students can definitely score good marks. Read below for more details on Important questions for CBSE Class 12 Economics Exam 2026.

Important Questions for CBSE Class 12 Economics Exam 2026

Important Questions for CBSE Class 12 Economics

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted CBSE Class 12 Economics 2026 exam on March 18, 2026 from 10.30 am to 1.30 pm. Economics is considered one of scoring subjects. Important topics for CBSE Class 12 Economics 2026 highlight key areas from Macroeconomics and Indian Economic Development. Students must revise national income methods, investment multiplier, budget concepts, LPG reforms, employment formulas, and sustainable development. With just a few days to go for the exam, students must now focus on revising the most important and expected topics from the CBSE Class 12 syllabus. It is only with revision that students will be able to clear the Economics paper. 

To help students prepare better for the exam, our Shiksha expert has provided sure-shot MCQs for the CBSE Class 12 Economics Exam 2026. Candidates can definitely expect such type of questions in the CBSE Class 12 Economics exam 2026. So, without wasting much time, just go through these most expected topics for CBSE Class 12 Economics Boards 2026. Read for more details below.

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  • Sure-Shot MCQs for CBSE Class 12 Economics 2026 Exam
  • Most Expected CBSE Class Economics Questions 2026
  • CBSE Class 12 Economics Exam Pattern 2026
  • Marks Distribution in CBSE Class 12 Economics Paper 2026
  • Last Minute Preparation Tips for CBSE Class 12 Economics Exam 2026

Sure-Shot MCQs for CBSE Class 12 Economics 2026 Exam

Economics requires a clear understanding of concepts along with the regular practice of numerical and theoretical questions. The topics are given based on analysis of the previous years’ trends and sample papers. Focusing on them can help students to revise the key concepts.

We have also provided the Important Topics for CBSE Class 12 Economics Exam 2026 PDF download prepared by experts. Students can download it for free. From the following CBSE Class 12 Economics questions 2026 students can expect questions in the exam. Therefore, students are advised to practice these questions to get good marks.

Balance of Trade Calculation

Suppose that, the Balance of Trade of a nation exhibits a deficit of 50,000 crore. The import of visible items are five times of the exports of visible items. The value of exports of visible items would be ---- crore.

(Choose the correct alternative to fill up the blank)

(a) 20,000

(b) 10,000

(c) 12,500

(d) 20,300

Suppose, the Balance of Trade of an imaginary economy shows favourable balance of 500 crore. The values of merchandise exports are 1200 crore and transfer payments are 400 crore.

The value of merchandise imports would be --- crore.

(Choose the correct alternative to fill in the blank)

(A) 1700

(B) 750

(C) 700

(D) 900

If a country exports goods worth of 600 crores and imports goods worth of 450 crores, the value of Balance of Trade of the country would be ----of --- crores.

(A) deficit, 150

(B) surplus, 150

(C) deficit, 1,050

(D) Surplus, 1.050

Investment Multiplier

For the given Consumption function, C = 205 + 0-9 Y, the investment multiplier would be ---.

(Choose the correct alternative to fill up the blank)

(a) 0-09

(b) 10-0

(c) 0.9

(d) 9-0

Suppose for a hypothetical economy: C100+0.75Y (where C Consumption and Y = Income) Io = 400 (Io Autonomous Investment) Value of Investment Multiplier (K) would be --

(Choose the correct alternative to fill in the blank)

(A) 5

(B) 4

(C) 6

(D) 3

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Are the sample question papers for CBSE 12th available in offline mode?
A: 

CBSE Class 12 sample papers are available in both online and offline modes. Candidates can purchase the same from bookstores. The sample paper PDFs can be downloaded from this page for free.

 

Q:   What is the format of the CBSE Class 12 question paper?
A: 

CBSE 12th question paper follows a structured format. 50% questions are competency based and rest 50 % are short/long answer types. Total 80 marks are allotted to the theory paper.

 

 

 

Q:   How should I solve CBSE 12th Sample papers and previous year papers?
A: 

Solving CBSE 12th Sample papers and previous year papers makes one familiar with the structure and pattern of CBSE 12th exam. Go through the entire question paper carefully and understand kind of questions and marks for each question. Ensure you manage time by solving CBSE Class 12 previous year ques papers within the stipulated time.

Q:   Are questions from previous year asked in CBSE 12th boards?
A: 

Not exactly the same, but, CBSE can ask questions similar to what were asked in the previous years of CBSE 12th exams. Thus, you are advised to download and practice the previous years' question papers thoroughly for better preparation. 

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CBSE Class 12 Economics Exam Pattern 2026

The Theory paper of Economics comprises 80 marks. The project work/practical assessment carries 20 marks. Total marks allotted to this subject are 100. The Theory paper is divided into Part A: Introductory Macroeconomics and Part B: Indian Economic Development (IED). The structure of CBSE Class 12 question paper is given below.

Question Type Number of Questions Marks per Question Total Marks

Multiple-Choice Questions

20

1

20

Short Answer Type Questions

4

3

12

Short Answer Type Questions

6

4

24

Long Answer Type Questions

4

6

24

Grand Total

34

 

80 Marks

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Q:   My CBSE Class 12 2026 Physics question paper set was difficult. Will I get grace marks?
A: 

Many students and parents complained that some sets of CBSE Class 12 Physics question papers 2026 were difficult, while some were easy. They are demanding grace marks and leniency in checking copies. However, CBSE has not been clear anything as of now regarding awarding grace marks to students.

Q:   Is CBSE Class 12th Board exam checking strict?
A: 

For Class 12th, it is considered to be strict. However, it is said that the checking done by evaluators is linient in comparison to the checking done by them in Class 9, 11 in their schools.

So, if u have covered the entire CBSE 12th syllabus and your preparation is on point, then you must not worry about the strict checking. Also, you can click on the link below to check the CBSE 12th important preparation points. 

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Top mistakes students make while preparing for CBSE 12th board exams

Q:   How can I manage my stress level during the exams? I always fail due to lack of confidence.
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Hi, Most of the times, students start preparing for the exams at the last moment which leads to lack of confidence and stress during writing exams. I would suggest you to start studying from the beginning of the year. Prepare a time table and follow it. Everyday study for few hours so that by the time you have your exams, you will be prepared for it which will be an instant confidence booster for you. Preparation and practice is the key to performance in the exams. All the best.
Q:   Is Kinematics covered in CBSE 12th Physics syllabus?
A: 

Kinematics is covered in CBSE Class 11. However, a student is expected to know the topic well in order to understand Physics better in Class 12. You can click on CBSE 11th Physics Syllabus 2026 to check the complete Physics syllabus and know the solutions to the NCERT questions of all chapters of Class 11. 

Click on NCERT 12th Physics Solutions 2026 to know the questions with solutions to all Class 12 Physics questions. 

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 Marks Distribution in CBSE Class 12 Economics Paper 2026

The distribution of marks in the CBSE Class 12 Economics paper is given below.

Units Topics Marks

Part A

Introductory Macroeconomics

 

National Income and Related Aggregates

10

 

Money and Banking

6

 

Determination of Income and Employment

12

 

Government Budget and the Economy

6

 

Balance of Payments

6

Total

40

Part B

Indian Economic Development

 

Development Experience (1947-90) and Economic Reforms since 1991

12

 

Current Challenges Facing the  Indian Economy

20

 

Development Experience of India – A Comparison with Neighbours

8

Total

40

Theory Paper (40+40 Marks)

80

Part C

Project Work

20

Last Minute Preparation Tips for CBSE Class 12 Economics Exam 2026

Following CBSE Class 12 preparation strategy will help students to prepare for this paper during the last minute.

  • Revise all the topics properly 
  • Practice formulas
  • Review key definations and concepts
  • Practice case-based questions
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