CBSE Class 12 Philosophy Syllabus 2025–26 | NCERT
CBSE Class 12 – Philosophy Syllabus (2025–26)
Class: XII
Subject: Philosophy
Board: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
📝 CBSE Class 12 Philosophy – Question Pattern & Marking Scheme (2025–26)
Theory Examination
- Maximum Marks: 80
- Time: 3 Hours
Internal Assessment / Project Work
- Marks: 20
Question Paper Structure
- Section A: Very Short Answer Questions (VSA / MCQs)
- Section B: Short Answer Questions (SA)
- Section C: Long Answer Questions (LA)
- Section D: Case-Based / Application-Based Questions
✔ Internal choices provided as per CBSE norms
✔ Questions strictly based on NCERT Philosophy textbook
✔ Project/assignment compulsory for final result
📚 CBSE Class 12 Philosophy Syllabus (NCERT 2025–26)
| Unit | Chapter / Theme | Learning Outcomes / Key Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Nature and Scope of Philosophy | Understand the meaning, branches and relevance of philosophy in human life. |
| Unit 2 | Logic and Reasoning | Develop skills of correct reasoning, arguments, fallacies and critical thinking. |
| Unit 3 | Indian Philosophy | Study key ideas of Indian philosophical traditions such as knowledge, reality and liberation. |
| Unit 4 | Western Philosophy | Understand major Western philosophical problems related to knowledge, reality and mind. |
| Unit 5 | Ethics and Moral Philosophy | Analyze concepts of good, duty, virtue, freedom and moral responsibility. |
| Unit 6 | Applied Ethics and Contemporary Issues | Examine ethical issues related to society, science, environment and human values. |
📁 Project Work / Internal Assessment (20 Marks)
- Concept-based philosophical inquiry or issue analysis
- Written project, presentation and viva-voce
- Focus on reasoning, interpretation and application of ideas
Assessment follows CBSE guidelines for Philosophy internal evaluation.
🔍 Related Keyphrases
- CBSE Class 12 Philosophy Syllabus 2025–26
- Class 12 Philosophy NCERT Chapter List
- CBSE Philosophy Exam Pattern Class 12
- Class 12 Philosophy Project Work CBSE
- CBSE Board Philosophy Subject Class 12
❓ FAQs – CBSE Class 12 Philosophy
Q1. What is the total marks distribution for Class 12 Philosophy?
The subject carries 100 marks, including 80 marks for theory and 20 marks for internal assessment/project work.
Q2. Is Philosophy based entirely on NCERT textbooks?
Yes, the CBSE board examination is strictly based on the NCERT Philosophy textbook.
Q3. What type of questions are asked in the Philosophy board exam?
The paper includes MCQs, short answer, long answer and case-based/application-based questions.
Q4. Is project work compulsory in Class 12 Philosophy?
Yes, project/internal assessment is compulsory and contributes 20 marks to the final score.
Q5. What skills does the Philosophy syllabus focus on?
It focuses on logical thinking, ethical reasoning, critical analysis and conceptual clarity.
