Stream & Subject Choice in Cl.XI - XII (Humanities )

CBSE

n Class 11 and 12 CBSE, the Humanities stream includes core subjects like English, History, Geography, and Political Science. Students can also choose from a variety of optional subjects such as Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Legal Studies, Informatics Practices, Home Science, Fine Arts, and more. 

 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Core Subjects (Mandatory):

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  English:

  Focuses on language and literature.
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  History:

  Explores the past and its impact on the present.
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  Geography:

  Studies the Earth's physical and human systems.
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  Political Science:

  Examines the theory and practice of politics and government. 

   

Optional Subjects:

• Economics: Analyzes the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. 
   
• Psychology: Studies the human mind and behavior. 
   
• Sociology: Explores the development, structure, and functioning of human society. 
   
• Legal Studies: Introduces the fundamentals of law and the legal system. 
   
• Informatics Practices: Covers computer science concepts and applications. 
   
• Home Science: Focuses on various aspects of home management and family living. 
   
• Fine Arts: Includes subjects like Painting, Sculpture, and other art forms. 
   
• Performing Arts: May include Dance, Theatre, and other performance-based subjects. 
   
• Physical Education: Emphasizes physical fitness and well-being. 
   
• Mathematics: While not as common, some schools offer it as an option. 
   
• Second Language: Students can choose a second language (foreign or regional).