CBSE Class 11 Political Science Syllabus 2025–26 | NCERT
CBSE Class 11 – Political Science
(Based on NCERT | Latest CBSE Curriculum 2025–26)
📘 CLASS 11 – POLITICAL SCIENCE
Board: CBSE
Subject: Political Science
Academic Year: 2025–26
📝 QUESTION PATTERN & MARKING SCHEME (CBSE)
Theory Examination: 80 Marks
Time: 3 Hours
Question Paper Structure
- Section A: MCQs / Very Short Answer (1 mark each)
- Section B: Short Answer Questions (2–3 marks)
- Section C: Long Answer Questions (4–6 marks)
- Source-based / Case-based questions included
- Map-based questions: Not applicable in Political Science
Internal Assessment / Project Work: 20 Marks
- Project work / Viva / Written assignment
- Total Marks: 100 (80 Theory + 20 Internal Assessment)
📚 SYLLABUS – UNIT-WISE (AS PER NCERT & CBSE 2025–26)
Book 1: Indian Constitution at Work
| Unit | Chapter Title | Learning Outcomes / Chapter Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Unit I | Constitution: Why and How? | Understand the need for a Constitution, its functions, making of the Indian Constitution and key features. |
| Unit II | Rights in the Indian Constitution | Learn about Fundamental Rights, their importance, limitations and role in democracy. |
| Unit III | Election and Representation | Understand electoral systems, types of elections, and the role of Election Commission in India. |
| Unit IV | Legislature | Study the structure, powers and functioning of the Indian Parliament and law-making process. |
| Unit V | Executive | Learn about the President, Prime Minister, Council of Ministers and administrative system. |
| Unit VI | Judiciary | Understand the role of judiciary, judicial review, independence of courts and access to justice. |
| Unit VII | Federalism | Explore federal features of the Indian Constitution and centre-state relations. |
| Unit VIII | Local Governments | Study decentralisation, Panchayati Raj and urban local bodies in India. |
| Unit IX | Constitution as a Living Document | Understand how the Constitution adapts through amendments and judicial interpretation. |
Book 2: Political Theory
| Unit | Chapter Title | Learning Outcomes / Chapter Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Unit I | Political Theory: An Introduction | Understand meaning, scope and relevance of political theory in everyday life. |
| Unit II | Freedom | Explore different interpretations of freedom and its significance in democracy. |
| Unit III | Equality | Learn about social, political and economic equality and measures to reduce inequality. |
| Unit IV | Social Justice | Understand justice, affirmative action, and protection of disadvantaged groups. |
| Unit V | Rights | Study the concept, types and importance of rights in democratic societies. |
| Unit VI | Citizenship | Learn about citizenship, rights of citizens and global citizenship concepts. |
| Unit VII | Nationalism | Explore nationalism, national identity and challenges in a globalised world. |
| Unit VIII | Secularism | Understand secularism and its importance in a diverse society. |
📌 ASSESSMENT & PEDAGOGY NOTES
- Syllabus promotes constitutional literacy and critical thinking
- Focus on conceptual clarity, real-life political examples and case studies
- Project work may include constitutional analysis, political issues, surveys or presentations
🔍 RELATED KEYPHRASES
- CBSE Class 11 Political Science Syllabus 2025-26
- NCERT Class 11 Political Science Curriculum
- Class 11 Political Science Exam Pattern CBSE
- Indian Constitution at Work Class 11
- Political Theory NCERT Class 11
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Q1. How many books are prescribed for CBSE Class 11 Political Science?
CBSE prescribes two NCERT books: Indian Constitution at Work and Political Theory.
Q2. Is there any map work in Class 11 Political Science?
No, map-based questions are not included in Political Science for Class 11.
Q3. How much weightage is given to Internal Assessment?
Internal Assessment carries 20 marks, making the total exam 100 marks.
Q4. Are case-based questions asked in the exam?
Yes, source-based and case-based questions may be included as per CBSE competency-based assessment guidelines.
Q5. Is the syllabus theory-oriented or analytical?
The syllabus is conceptual, analytical and application-based, focusing on democratic values and political understanding.
