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CBSE Class 12 English Syllabus (2023-24): Check Core And Elective Syllabus

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Aditya Jha

Updated on 14th July, 2023 , 3 min read

The CBSE Class 12 English syllabus is a comprehensive and challenging syllabus that covers a wide range of topics, and it provides students with the opportunity to develop their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. Students who can master the material in this syllabus will have a strong foundation in English and will be well-prepared for college-level English courses. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 English syllabus is divided into two parts: Reading Skills and Creative Writing Skills.

1.  Reading Skills:

The Reading Skills section of the Class 12 English syllabus covers a wide range of topics, including:

  • Literary Appreciation: This section focuses on understanding and appreciating literary texts. Students will learn to identify different literary devices, analyze the structure of a text, and interpret the meaning of a text.
  • Critical Thinking: This section focuses on developing critical thinking skills. Students will learn to analyze arguments, evaluate evidence, and form their own opinions.
  • Vocabulary and Grammar: This section focuses on improving vocabulary and grammar skills. Students will learn to use a variety of language structures and to use correct grammar and punctuation.

2.  Creative Writing Skills:

The Creative Writing Skills section of the Class 12 English syllabus covers a range of topics, including:

  • Poetry: This section focuses on writing poetry. Students will learn about different poetic forms, and how to write poems that are both creative and effective.
  • Prose: This section focuses on writing prose. Students will learn about different types of prose, and how to write prose that is both clear and engaging.
  • Drama: This section focuses on writing drama. Students will learn about different types of drama, and how to write plays that are both entertaining and thought-provoking.

CBSE Class 12 English Books:

Here are some of the textbooks that are prescribed for the CBSE Class 12 English syllabus:

  • Flamingo: This textbook is a collection of short stories, poems, and essays. It is a good choice for students who are interested in a variety of literary genres.
  • Vistas: This textbook is a collection of longer literary works, such as novels and plays. It is a good choice for students who are interested in in-depth analysis of literary texts.
  • Workbooks: A number of workbooks are available to help students practice their reading and writing skills. These workbooks can be a valuable resource for students seeking extra practice.

CBSE Class 12 English Syllabus: (Core English)

The English exams for the 12th grade will be worth an overall of 80 points. While the evaluation of listening and speaking skills consists of project work (10 Marks), speaking skills (5 Marks), and listening (5 Marks), the evaluation of listening and speaking skills consists of 20 Marks. For the benefit of the students, the section-by-section mark distribution for the English Class 12 Syllabus 2023–24 has been listed below.

Prescribed Texts:

  • Flamingo: A collection of short stories, poems, and essays.
  • Vistas: A collection of longer literary works, such as novels and plays.

Internal Assessment:

  • Listening and Speaking Skills: 5 marks
  • Assessment of Reading Skills: 10 marks
  • Assessment of Writing Skills: 15 marks

External Assessment:

Examination: 80 marks

CBSE Class 12th Core English Syllabus 2023-24

Section

Particulars

Marks

Reading Comprehension

1. Unseen passage (factual, descriptive, or literary)(12 Marks)

2. Case-Based Unseen (Factual) Passage(10 Marks)

20 Marks                          

Creative Writing Skills

1.Short Writing Tasks – Notice up to 50 words(4 Marks), Formal/Informal Invitation and Reply up to 50 words(4 Marks).

2.Long Writing Tasks – Letters Writing( for a job with bio-data or resume/Letters to the editor)up to 120-150 words(5 Marks), Article/ Report Writing up to 120-150 words(5 Marks)

20 Marks

Literature 

Question Based upon MCQs, Objective Type Questions, Short Answer Type Questions, and Long Answer Type Questions to assess comprehension, analysis, interpretation, and extrapolation beyond the text

Based upon Poetry(Flamingo)-6 Marks

Based upon Prose (Flamingo)- 4 Marks

Based upon Prose (Flamingo)- 6 Marks

Short answer type from Prose and Poetry (Flamingo)- 10 Marks

Short answer type from Prose (Vistas)- 4 Marks

One Long Answer type from Prose/Poetry (Flamingo)- 5 Marks

One Long answer type based on the chapters (Vistas)- 5 Marks

40Marks

Total Marks

80 Marks

CBSE Class 12 English Syllabus: (Elective English)

English Elective and English Core are a bit different from one another because Core is a course that must be taken while elective is an option. English majors who desire to continue their education typically take electives. The information in the following CBSE Class 12 English Syllabus 2023–24 for Elective provides details on the subjects that will be covered in the test.

CBSE Class 12 Elective English Syllabus 2023-24

Sections

Particulars

Marks

 Reading Comprehension 

Unseen passage (literary or discursive)(12 Marks)

Unseen Poem(4 Marks)

Case-Based Factual Passage(4 Marks)

20 Marks

Applied Grammar

Transformation of Sentences 

08 Marks

Creative Writing Skills

 

Three Long Writing Task (Discursive/interpretative writing)(15 Marks)

One Long Writing Task Essay (on Argumentative/Discursive/Contemporary topics)

20 Marks

Literature 

MCQs (from Kaleidoscope) from short stories/poetry /non-fiction/ drama

22 Marks

Fiction

10 Marks

Seminar

20 Marks

Total Marks

100 Marks

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the syllabus of class 12th English?

The CBSE Class 12 English syllabus is a comprehensive and challenging syllabus that covers a wide range of topics, and it provides students with the opportunity to develop their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.

How many chapters are coming in English Class 12 CBSE?

A total of 14 chapters will be there in the class 12 English Syllabus.

How to complete class 12 English?

Start early. Don't wait until the last minute to start studying for English. Start early and give yourself plenty of time to learn the material. Do your homework. English homework is a great way to learn the material and practice your problem-solving skills. Make sure you do your homework correctly and thoroughly. Take practice tests. Taking practice tests is a great way to assess your understanding of the material and identify any areas where you need more work.

What is the chapter wise weightage of English Class 12 2023?

Here is the chapter-wise weightage of English Class 12 2023: English Core Chapter Weightage Literary Appreciation 30% Critical Thinking 20% Vocabulary and Grammar 20% Poetry 15% Prose 15% English Elective Chapter Weightage Literary Appreciation 30% Critical Thinking 20% Vocabulary and Grammar 20% Poetry 15% Prose 15% Seminar 5% Creative Writing 5% The chapter-wise weightage is based on the number of questions that are likely to be asked from each chapter in the class 12 English exam. The weightage of each chapter may vary slightly from year to year

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