CBSE Class 12 political science paper on March 23 (Express Photo by Vishal Srivastav/ representative)By Diljeet KaurThe Class 12 Political Science CBSE paper is mostly NCERT-based and designed to test conceptual understanding with application-based, tricky queries, as seen in the 2025 examinations. Covering Contemporary World Politics and Indian Politics since Independence, the exam is meticulously designed to fathom the depth of students ‘understanding by employing a wide range of question types and evaluative techniques.Chapter wise weightage is as under:PART A – CONTEMPORARY WORLD POLITICSChapter No.Chapter NameMarks Allotted1The End of Bipolarity62Contemporary Centres of Power63Contemporary South Asia64International Organizations65Security in the Contemporary World66Environment and Natural Resources67Globalisation4Total40PART B – POLITICS IN INDIA SINCE INDEPENDENCEChapter No.Chapter NameMarks Allotted1Challenges of Nation-Building62Era of One-Party Dominance43Politics of Planned Development24India’s External Relations65Challenges to and Restoration of the Congress System46The Crisis of Democratic Order47Regional Aspirations68Recent Developments in Indian Politics8Total40As per the CBSE Board Instructions 50% paper will be competency based.The most important topics are:– Contemporary Centres of Power– International Organizations– Challenges of Nation Building– Environment and Natural Resources– Recent Developments in the Indian PoliticsRead More | CBSE introduces online remote invigilation exam for school counsellorsThough Political Science is a theoretical subject but using memory techniques really help. I am providing some examples to create Mnemonics:PANCHSHEEL-P-Peaceful CoexistenceA-Aggression Non-useN-Non-interferenceC-CooperationH-Human EqualityS-Sovereignty E-EqualityL-Legal EqualityFeatures of Globalization:`TIDE`T-TechnologyI-InterdependenceD-DeregulationE-Expansion of MarketsIndia`s Challenges:`DID`D-DevelopmentI-IntegrationD-DemocracyCauses of Disintegration of USSR:SOVIET FAILS-Stagnant EconomyO-Over CentralizationV-Violation of people freedomI-Inefficient Political SystemE-Economic burden of arms raceT-Trade Restriction with WestF- Failure of ReformsA- Administrative CorruptionI-Ideological DeclineL-Lack of trust in leadership2. Do not just read your notes; instead, summarize key points in your own words and create mind maps to truly understand complex topics These are great help for last minute revision.Story continues below this ad3. Allocate specific time blocks for each chapter, ensuring your toughest topics are covered when your mind is freshest, such as in the morning. 4. Break answers into Introduction-Body-Conclusion. Begin the answer with clear definition and use sub headings. Write answers in points. 5. Be sure to block out time for breaks and relaxation in your schedule; a well-rested mind is essential for effective studying6. Turn off distractions like social media. Identify your weak areas during your first revision, and allocate extra time in your schedule to focus on those topics. Story continues below this adMost Important– Solve Maximum Sample Papers. Revise Previous Year Question PaperAttempt Paper in a sequence -Section WiseRemember, the hard work you put in today is the most valuable investment you can make in yourself.Good Luck for your exams!The author is PGT Political Science, HOD Social Science, Manav Rachna International School, Ludhiana