CBSE Class 12 Legal Studies Syllabus 2025–26 | NCERT
CBSE Class 12 Legal Studies Syllabus (2025–26)
Class: 12
Subject: Legal Studies
Board: CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education)
📌 Question Pattern & Marking Scheme — CBSE Class 12 Legal Studies (2025–26)
Total Marks: 100
- Theory Examination: 80 Marks
- Project Work (Internal Assessment): 20 Marks
Duration: 3 Hours
Theory Paper Structure (80 Marks)
- Part A: Legal Theory – 40 Marks
- Part B: Legal Institutions, Civil & Criminal Laws – 40 Marks
Types of Questions
- Very Short Answer (VSA) / MCQs: 1 mark each
- Short Answer (SA): 3–4 marks
- Long Answer (LA): 5–6 marks
- Case-based / Source-based Questions: Compulsory, testing application of legal principles
Project Work (20 Marks)
- One compulsory project based on legal issues or case studies
- Includes project file and viva voce
- Emphasis on research, legal reasoning and interpretation
📘 CBSE Class 12 Legal Studies Syllabus 2025–26 (NCERT Based)
| Unit | Chapter / Topic | Short Summary / Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|---|
| Part A – Legal Theory (40 Marks) | ||
| Unit 1 | Judiciary | Understand structure, hierarchy, independence and role of the Indian judiciary in democracy. |
| Unit 2 | Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) | Learn methods like arbitration, mediation and conciliation for peaceful dispute resolution. |
| Unit 3 | Topics in Law | Explore emerging areas such as cyber law, environmental law and gender justice. |
| Unit 4 | Legal Profession in India | Study legal education, advocates, bar councils and ethics of legal profession. |
| Part B – Legal Institutions, Civil & Criminal Laws (40 Marks) | ||
| Unit 5 | Legal Services | Understand free legal aid, Lok Adalats, public interest litigation and access to justice. |
| Unit 6 | Criminal Justice System | Study stages of criminal trial, FIR, investigation, prosecution and punishment. |
| Unit 7 | Criminal Law | Learn about IPC offences, classification of crimes and principles of criminal liability. |
| Unit 8 | Civil Law | Understand civil disputes, contracts, torts and remedies available under civil law. |
| Unit 9 | Family Justice System | Study laws related to marriage, divorce, inheritance and adoption in India. |
| Unit 10 | Human Rights in India | Learn meaning, evolution, protection of human rights and role of NHRC. |
📌 The above units, chapter sequence and assessment structure are as per the official CBSE and NCERT curriculum for the academic session 2025–26.
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- Class 12 Legal Studies NCERT syllabus
- CBSE Legal Studies exam pattern
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❓ FAQs – CBSE Class 12 Legal Studies
Q1. Is Legal Studies a scoring subject in Class 12?
A: Yes. Legal Studies is considered scoring if students focus on case-based answers and conceptual clarity.
Q2. Which textbook is prescribed for Class 12 Legal Studies?
A: The NCERT Legal Studies textbook prescribed by CBSE for Class 12.
Q3. Is project work compulsory in Legal Studies?
A: Yes. Project work is mandatory and carries 20 marks, including viva voce.
Q4. Are case study questions compulsory in the exam?
A: Yes. CBSE emphasizes case-based and application-oriented questions in Legal Studies.
Q5. Who should opt for Legal Studies in Class 12?
A: Students interested in law, civil services, legal careers, public policy and humanities should opt for Legal Studies.
