Is Maharashtra HSC exam evaluation strict?

Usually Maharashtra Board HSC exam evaluation is liberal. Most of the students clear the Maharashtra HSC exam. The pass percentage of Maharashtra Board is always higher as compared to other boards. Students need not worry about strict evaluation for Maharashtra Board exam.

Is it important to study in morning on exam day?

Yes, It is important to study in the morning on examination day as it helps a student to stay focused hence more productive. After a good night sleep, our brains tend to be more efficient and alert. It makes learning more easy. The morning time is best for last revision before appearing in exam.

What is time duration of exam in Maharashtra HSC (12th class)?

A student will have to complete the paper within 3 hours. Earlier student was given 10 minutes extra time to read the question paper. But from now onwards, HSC student will be provided with an extra 10 minute at the end of the paper to complete it. Students must focus on completing their Maharashtra 12th syllabus 2025 properly as thorough preparation will prepare them to answer the questions in one go without wasting much time on thinking what to write. Along with the syllabus, students must also be aware of the exam pattern and solve the previous years' question papers.

What is the difference between Maharashtra HSC sample papers and Maharashtra HSC question paper?

Sample papers is the question paper released by the Board at the beginning of the academic session. It shares the questions in a pattern similar to what you should expect in the main exam. They are provided to you to download and practice for better preparation. However, Maharashtra 12th question paper is the question paper you receive on the day of the exam. You need to go through the questions and answer them in the answer sheet provided by the board. You cannot know or practice the questions on the Maharashtra Class 12 question paper prior to the exam.

How can I know if the answers to my questions in Maharashtra 12th sample papers will fetch me full marks?

You can share your solved Maharashtra 12th sample paper with your teacher who shall help you know if the answers to the questions are correct and will fetch you full marks. You can thereby start practising writing such questions and take care of not missing any step so as to not lose any mark.

How many Maharashtra Board 12th Mathematics question papers should I practice?

Students must ensure to solve atleast one previous year Maharashtra 12th Mathematics question paper every day to efficiently prepare for the Maharashtra 12th Mathematics board exam. Make sure to practice the question papers during the last month of the preparation.

Where and when can I get the Maharashtra HSC question papers of previous years?

Shiksha.com releases Maharashtra 12th question papers after the conduct of the examinations of major subjects. Students can click on Maharashtra 12th question papers to download and start practising them. The Board will likely release the Maharashtra 12th question papers for all subjects on the official website. Students will be able to download them from the link provided above.

Can I wear digital watch in Maharashtra HSC 2025 exams?

You will be allowed to wear a simple analogue watch, which shows time. Any other electronic device, head phones, smart watch or digital watch will not be allowed inside the examination hall. A student is well informed before his/ her exam that he/she should only carry their stationary items in a clear pouch with their roll number sheet provided by Maharashtra Board.

What are the timings of HSC exam 2025 in Maharashtra?

The board officials conduct HSC exam in two shifts : morning shift from 11am to 2.10 pm and evening shift from 3pm to 6.10pm. The timings for all streams : Science, Commerce, Arts and general remains the same. All the students appearing for their board examination should reach their respective centers well before time to avoid unnecessary chaos.

What is the minimum marks required to pass in HSC Exam 2025 Maharashtra Board?

Each student is required to attain 35% marks in each subject and in aggregate to clear their HSC examination.

What is the question paper pattern of HSC 2025 exams?

The question paper pattern of HSC 2025 is different for all exams. The exam is held in the offline mode and students have to answer in one word, very short, long and essay type questions. The questions are asked from the syllabus which is available on Maharashtra board official site.

Where can I download the Maharashtra 12th syllabus 2025 for all subjects?

Maharashtra 12th syllabus 2025 for all subjects can be downloaded by clicking here. The Board released the detailed syllabus for Maharashtra board 12th exams 2025 on the official website. The syllabus mentions the units, chapters and topics that are to be studied to score well in the exam. Students are advised to finish the entire syllabus 2025 at least a month before the commencement of the exams. They must also know the exam pattern well to know the types of questions asked, the difficulty level of exam and more.

Is Maharashtra Board syllabus same as CBSE?

No, CBSE syllabus and Maharashtra Board are not the same. There are certain key differences between these two boards which parents and students should consider before choosing which board they want to study in. Here are some of the main differences between Maharashtra and CBSE boards: CBSE is a central board that falls under the purview of the central government, while Maharashtra board falls under state government purview, which means that it is managed by the government of Maharashtra. The syllabus, curriculum, subjects and course material of both boards differ quite a bit. CBSE curriculum is formed by the NCERT while Maharashtra curriculum is formed by the State government department of education. Since CBSE is a national board, it gives priority to English as the medium of education and communication. However, since Maha board is a state managed board, it gives priority to regional languages like Marathi, Hindi, Kannada, etc. with English being taught as the first or second language, depending on the schools. Most CBSE schools are private and thus the overall cost of education in CBSE board is usually higher than state board. Since Maharashtra board schools are state-managed, it is widely available in most public schools, as well as private ones, and so it has lower fees. The CBSE board is uniform throughout the country, which means that children can transfer from one school to another in a different state, while still learning the same syllabi. On the other hand, since the Maharashtra board syllabi is state-specific, changing schools inter-state is not very feasible. Another point of difference between the two boards is the range of subjects offered. Again, since CBSE is a centralised board, it offers a limited variety of subjects, especially in languages, arts and humanities. On the other hand, Maha board offers quite a range of subjects in all disciplines, including numerous languages. Since CBSE is also the board that controls a lot of national competitive exams, the board focuses a lot on preparing children for such exams. However, Maharashtra board focuses more on holistic academic knowledge, without focusing on any particular competitive exams.

What is the marking scheme for HSC exams 2025 Maharashtra Board?

Each exam of HSC 2025 will be for 100 marks. You have to appear for 5 compulsory subjects including English. You have the option to choose 6th additional subject. Maharashtra State Board 12th total marks are 500 or 600, depending upon the number of subjects you chose. Minimum 35% marks in each subject is compulsory to pass in Maharashtra HSC exam 2025.

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Part 1-Indian Constitution: Characteristics

1. Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles and Fundamental Duties.

2. Legislature: Parliament. Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, Lawmaking process, Amendment procedure State legislature: Vidhan Sabha, Vidhan Parishad

3. Executive: President – Election, Power and Functions Vice President – Election, Power and Functions Prime Minister and Council of Ministers – Election.

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Formation of Indian Society
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Bengali	Prose, poetry, rapid reading, Grammar and Composition, Composition-Essay writing - Nibandh lekha, Comprehension - Bodh Parikshan Kara, Translation, Anubad Kara, Letter Writing, Bhad- Samprasaran
English literature	Introduction to the Study of English Literature, poems, short stories, essays, one act play, biographical pieces, a short novel, a play
History	Applied History in 21st Century, Mass Media and History, Entertainment Media and History, Tourism and History, Museums, Historical Research, Encyclopedia, Administrative Services, History Teacher and Teaching
Geography	Population, migration, agriculture, Minerals and energy resources, industries, trade, Transportation and Communications, Economic developments

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