CBSE Class 11 Legal Studies Syllabus 2025–26 | NCERT
CBSE Class 11 – Legal Studies
(Academic Year 2025–26, based on the latest CBSE/NCERT curriculum)
📌 Syllabus content based on the official CBSE curriculum for 2025-26. (CBSE Academic)
CLASS 11 – LEGAL STUDIES
Board: CBSE
Subject: Legal Studies
Academic Year: 2025–26
QUESTION PATTERN & MARKING SCHEME
Theory (80 Marks)
• One Paper – 3 hours
• Section A: Objective/MCQs (VSA/1 mark each)
• Section B: Short Answer Questions (SA/2 marks each)
• Section C: Long Answer Questions (LA/3–5 marks each)
• Competency/Case-based questions integrated across sections
• Project/Internal Assessment: 20 marks
• Total: 100 marks (80 Theory + 20 Project) (Law Prep Tutorial)
Marking Breakdown (Indicative / Board practice)
• Objective/MCQs: 20 marks approx
• Short Answers: 24 marks approx
• Long Answers/Source-based: 36 marks approx
• Internal Assessment/Project: 20 marks
SYLLABUS – UNIT-WISE
| Unit | Chapter/Topic Title | Description / Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|---|
| Unit I | Introduction to Political Institutions | Understanding the Indian Constitution, its features and functioning of political institutions; democratic principles such as rule of law, separation of powers and federalism; Indian Parliament and Executive structures. Learners will appreciate how law and governance are shaped by political processes. (Law Prep Tutorial) |
| Unit II | Nature and Sources of Law | Concepts of law and justice; classification of law; different schools of legal thought; major sources of law including custom, precedent and legislation; law reform and its necessity in modern society. (Law Prep Tutorial) |
| Unit III | Judiciary: Constitutional, Civil and Criminal Courts and Processes | Structure and functions of the judiciary in India; constitutional courts, civil courts and criminal courts; processes and procedures in civil and criminal justice systems; principles of fair trial and access to justice. (Law Prep Tutorial) |
| Unit IV | Family Justice System | Law relating to marriage, divorce, maintenance and guardianship; legal protections for children and elderly; alternative dispute resolution within family contexts; emphasis on gender justice and equitable remedies. (CBSE Academic) |
| Unit V | Human Rights in India | Introduction to human rights concepts; constitutional protections and statutory frameworks; enforcement mechanisms; role of judiciary and commissions in safeguarding rights. (Law Prep Tutorial) |
| Unit VI | Legal Profession in India | Regulation of legal profession; roles and responsibilities of lawyers; ethics and professional conduct; Bar Council of India and legal aid services. (Law Prep Tutorial) |
NOTES FOR TEACHERS & STUDENTS
• The syllabus is structured to connect legal principles with real-life contexts to build legal literacy. (CBSE Academic)
• Project work can include case studies, mock trials, analysis of landmark judgments, or research on legal reforms. (Law Prep Tutorial)
• Evaluation emphasizes analytical skills, understanding of legal concepts, and application of law.
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