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Himachal Pradesh Board Class 10 Exam Pattern 2023: Marking Scheme and Preparation Tips

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HPBOSE has released the revised pattern and updated syllabus in their official website. Students are advised to go through the syllabus and the revised mark distribution pattern for better understanding and to prepare strategically for the upcoming exams.

HPBOSE has also released model sample papers for Term 1 examinations. Students can download the sample papers from the HPBOSE Official website.

HPBOSE has released the revised pattern of mark distribution for various subjects in the official website. Students should go through the revised exam pattern to prepare for the exam strategically. To download the official revised exam pattern, Click Here.

Check also: HPBOSE Class 10 Registration 2023


HP Board Exams Class 10 Exam pattern 2023

HP Board Exams Class 10 Exam pattern 2023

SUBJECT DURATION MAXIMUM MARKS
Home science 3 hours 60
Social science 3 hours 85
Mathematics 3 hours 85
Commerce - elements of business 3 hours 85
Commerce -elements of bookkeeping and accountancy 3 hours 85
Commerce – Tabulation test 40 minutes 36
Commerce – Practical paper 3 hours 60
Commerce -one theory paper 1 hour 25
Science & technology 3 hours 60
Science & technology - practicals - 25
English literature 3 hours 85
Agriculture 3 hours 50
Agriculture - practical 3 hours 35
Telugu 3 hours 85
Tamil 3 hours 85
Urdu 3 hours 85
Introductory information technology 3 hours 35
Introductory information technology -practical 4 hours 50
Art – paper A 3 hours 50
Art – paper B 3 hours 35

HP Board Exam 2023 Class 10: Exam Pattern and Syllabus (Subject wise)

HP Board Exam 2023 Class 10: Exam Pattern and Syllabus (Subject wise)

HP Board Exams Class 10 - English

English is a compulsory language subject and includes English grammar as well as pro, fiction and poetry. Students preparing for the grammar, reading, and writing sections can read newspapers or articles on a regular basis. This will help you improve your grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension skills.

Unit

Topics

Marks

Reading

2 questions of 4 or 5 marks
5 comprehension questions of 4 marks
and multiple choice questions

17 marks

Writing 

Writing letter (formal / informal, paragraph writing) , short writing task following oral visual stimuli

20 marks

Grammar

Tense, Prepositions in grammar, Reported speech, model, voice, non-stock

15 marks

Text Book

First Flight (reader), supplementary reader's textbook lesson

33 marks

Total score85 marks

Check also: HPBOSE Class 10 Compartment Exam 2023

HP Board Class 10 Exam - Mathematics

Mathematics is a major subject and requires constant practice and preparation. This subject includes the study of mathematical concepts, number systems, algebra, geometry, triangulation, physiology, statistics, Graphs, coordinate geometry, etc. 

Unit  Topic Marks
Numerical System Euclid's Theorem of Division Basic Theorem of Arithmetic Result Certificate Irrational Numbers √2, √3, √5, For the decimal expansion of rational numbers 5 marks
Algebra Polynomials Pairs of linear equations of two variables, quadratic equations, arithmetic series 21 marks
Trigonometry Trigonometric ratios, ID, height, distance of trigonometric functions 14 marks
Coordinate Geometry Lines (2D) 7 marks
Geometry Triangular, circular structure of the shape 16 marks
Mensuration Area, surface area and volume of the measurement plan 12 marks
Statistic probability Mean, median, and mode of statistics and probability grouped data are cumulative frequency graphs Classic definition of probability. Simple Problem in a Single Case 10 marks

Also Check: Himachal Pradesh Class 10 Practice Paper

HP Board Class 10 - Science 

The syllabus of science is divided into four sections, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Environmental Education.

Unit  Topics Marks
Chemical Substances
(Properties and Behaviors)
Chemical Equations Chemical Equations, Types of Chemical Reactions, Effects of Oxidation Reactions in Daily Life Acids, Bases, and Salts General properties (physicochemical properties) of acids, bases and salts and examples and usage. Metals and Non-Metals Physical and Chemical Properties of Metals and Non-Metal Reactive Series Metals and Non-Metal Reactions, Corrosion of Metals and Corrosion Prevention Metals Generation and Extraction. Carbon and its compounds Covalently bonded saturated and unsaturated carbon compounds, nomenclature of carbon compounds, Chemical properties of carbon compounds Several important carbon compounds, ethanol and ethanoic acid. (attributes only), Detergent action of soap and detergent soap (micelle formation). Periodic classification Early attempts at the chemical series (Toritdo Octave Newland's Law of Doberaina, Mendeleev's Periodic Table). Modern Periodic Table Trends in the Modern Periodic Table 18 marks
World of Life (Biology) Life Processes ,Basic concepts of nutrition, respiration, transport and excretion of plants and animals. Control and coordination , Nervous system, Reflexes and the human brain, How do organisms breed? Importance of deformation, Reproductive system is human reproductive and reproductive health 18 marks
How Things Work and Natural phenomenon, electricity Current and circuit, heat generation effect of current, interrelationship of P, V, I, R ,Self-effect of current ,Field by magnetic field and magnetic root, magnetic field current, Fleming's right thumb law. Left-hand rule, Electric motors, electromagnetic induction, generators and household electrical circuits. Light Reflection and Refraction Light Reflection, Curved Mirror: Concave and Convex, Image formation using ray diagram. Mirror expression and magnification. Refraction of light through glass slabs and lenses (convex and concave) and the formulation and magnification of lenses to form images by lenses. The power of the lens,The Human Eye and the Brilliant World , The Human Eye, Accommodation, and Defects and Corrections of Vision,Refraction of Light by Prisms, Light Dispersion, and Light Scattering,Atmospheric refraction 16 marks
Natural Resources Conservation of Natural Resources 8 marks
Practical
  • Search for pH of various samples,
  • Characteristics of mountain bases (HCl and NaOH)
  • Determine focal intensity of concave and convex mirrors,
  • Prepare SO2 gas.
  • Observe the action of Zn, Fe, Cu and Al metals in salt solutions.
  • Study current dependence.
  • Temporarily prepare leaf bark to show stomata
25 marks

Total 85 marks, Exam Marks: Theory 60, Practical 25, Internal Assessment 15- Total 100

Check also: HPBOSE Class 10th Result

HP Board Exam Class - Social Science

Social Sciences is a theoretical subject and you should review it regularly to get a good score. Chapters and themes include several elements of sociology and commerce, mainly in sections such as geography, history, citizens and economics. There is one paper with a maximum of 85 points in the social sciences, and questions are asked from both of the five units. Up to 15 points will be awarded for internal evaluation.

Unit

Topics

Marks

Unit 1

· Indochina nationalist movement.

· Indian nationalism.

· Livelihood, economy, society, making a global world.

· Industrialization era.

· A city of work, life and leisure in the modern world.

· Everyday Life, Culture, Politics, Printing Culture and the Modern World

· Novel

· Society and History

21 marks+3 map

Unit 2 

Modern India II

Indian Resources and Development, Forests and Wildlife Resources, Water,

Agriculture, Mineral and energy resources, manufacturing, national economic lifeline transportation, telecommunications, international trade, maps (in all chapters)

19 marks + 3 (Map)

Unit 3

1.Power Sharing 

2. Federalism

3. Democracy and Diversity

4. Gender, Religion, and Caste 

5. Popular Struggles and Movements

6. Political Parties

7. Outcomes of Democracy

8. Challenges to Democracy

14 marks

Unit 4 

1. Development

2. Sectors of the Indian Economy

3. Money and Credit

4. Globalization and the Indian Economy

5. Consumer Rights

15 marks

Unit 5

Disaster Management

10 marks


HP Board Exam 2023 Class 10: Important Books

HP Board Exam 2023 Class 10: Important Books

Prescribed books for English

First Flight

Published by H.P Board of School Education

Footprints Without Feet

Published by H.P Board of School Education

Prescribed books for HP board mathematics-

Ganit Published by H.P. Board of School Education

Prescribed Books for Social Science

Unit-1 India and the contemporary World Published by H.P. Board of School Education
Unit-2 India- Resources and their Development Unit Published by H.P. Board of School Education
Unit -3 Democratic Politics II Published by H.P. Board of School Education
Unit-4 Understanding Economics-II Published by H.P. Board of School Education
Unit-5 Disaster Management Published by H.P. Board of School Education
HP Board Exam 2023 Class 10: Preparation Tips

HP Board Exam 2023 Class 10: Preparation Tips

The preparation tips for HP Board Class 10 th students are mentioned below:

1. Make sure you know the topic and presentation of all chapters on the official timetable.

2. Download the 10th date sheet on the HP board to see the ready time. Make and keep a regular time plan now.

3. Prepare daily lectures and topics. Here we highlight important topics that can appear in the exam. This makes it easy to find and memorize themes during the exam time.

4. After completing all subjects, begin to solve the HP board model paper. This will tell you exam patterns, questions, and weightage. You can also learn about difficulty and your weaknesses.

5. Weaknesses are identified and recorded individually. Particular attention should be paid to important topics. Write short notes about them and remember the facts regularly.

6. Loosen the 10th model paper of HPBOSE and understand the themes of high importance.

7. From the results of the HP board for the last few days, keep in mind that the corrections are important to get a high score. Change what you read on the day of the exam.

Check out: HPBOSE Class 10th Admit Card 2023


Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Ques. Where can I download the HPBOSE Class 10 Sample papers?

Ans. Students can download the sample papers from the official website of HPBOSE.

Ques. Are there any changes to the 10th syllabus on the HP board?

Ans. The updated syllabus and revised pattern are available on the official website of HPBOSE.

Ques. What is the minimum passing score for the HP Board 10th exam?

Ans. Students must achieve a minimum score of 33% on both the practical exam and the theory exam to pass the subject. 

Ques. Where can I download the level 10 admission card?

Ans. The admission card for the HPBOSE class 10th exam is available on the official website of the Himachal Commission. Schools can use their login credentials to download admission cards for all students. So students can collect admission cards from each school.

Ques. How much is the registration fee for the HPBOSE Class 10 exam?

Ans. The exam registration fee is Rs. 500 /. Fees can be paid together with the registration application.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

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