C12 Board Paper, 2026 || Solved

C12 Board Paper, 2026

📌📌 Answer  Key:

Q1 (A) Answers

i) In what way do stray animals worsen the garbage problem?

Stray animals tear open garbage bags and scatter the waste, making the situation worse.

ii) Enumerate any two delayed consequences of improper waste disposal.

• Blocked drains and water logging

• Spread of diseases
  (you can write any two)

iii) Why is burning garbage harmful?

Burning garbage releases poisonous gases which pollute the air and harm human health.

iv) Which neighbourhood is at the greatest immediate risk to human health?

(B) Neighbourhood B

(because burning garbage releases harmful gases immediately)

v) First step towards responsible waste management at home?

(A) Segregating waste into biodegradable and non-biodegradable

vi) What kinds of waste are commonly seen on city streets?

Plastic bags, food waste and broken items are commonly seen on city streets.

vii) Word meaning ‘separating into groups’ (3rd paragraph):

Segregating

viii) Explain Gandhi’s statement:

Gandhi meant that cleanliness and sanitation are essential for a healthy life. Freedom has little value if people live in dirty and unhealthy surroundings.

ix) Which attitude of people is criticised?

The attitude that cleanliness is only the government’s responsibility is criticised.

x) Any two simple actions to reduce garbage:

• Carrying cloth bags instead of plastic

• Refusing unnecessary packaging
  (or: reusing and recycling materials)

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Q1 (B) Answers

i) Push factors leading to brain drain:

• Low wages

• Lack of satisfactory working and living conditions

• Social unrest

• Political conflicts and wars

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ii) Fill in the blank:
Every citizen must contribute to the development of the nation wholeheartedly.

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iii) Match the words:

• conflicts → fights / disagreements

• reduce → decrease

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iv) The term ‘brain drain’ is also referred to as:
(B) human capital flight

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v) Brain drain has terrible consequences on:
(A) sending countries

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vi) Meaning of Brain Drain:
Brain drain means the migration of highly skilled and educated people from their own country to another country for better opportunities.

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Section B

2. Precis Writing

Title: Hobbies and Their Importance

A hobby is an activity done for pleasure in one’s free time. It can be indoor or outdoor and requires interest and dedication. Hobbies such as gardening, reading, music or fitness can also become careers if developed properly. With the right skills, hobbies can provide both enjoyment and income. The main aim of a hobby is to give happiness, while financial benefits come later.

3. Letter Writing 

 Flood Situation Letter

# 283, New Sarabha Bazaar
Bathinda

March 17, 2026

The Deputy Commissioner
Fazilka

Subject: Regarding flood situation in our area

Sir/Madam

I wish to draw your kind attention to the severe flood situation in our area. Continuous heavy rains have caused waterlogging everywhere. Houses are flooded, roads are damaged and people are facing great difficulty. Drinking water has been contaminated and there is a danger of diseases spreading.

The situation is becoming worse day by day. Immediate steps should be taken to drain out water, provide medical aid and supply clean drinking water. Relief camps should also be set up for affected families.

Kindly take urgent action to control the situation and provide relief to the people.

Thanking you

Yours faithfully
Babita 

Letter to Editor (Eve-teasing & Chain-snatching)

# 312, Green Park
Bathinda

March 17, 2026

The Editor
The Tribune                                                                  Chandigarh 

Subject: Rising cases of eve-teasing and chain-snatching

Sir/Madam

Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to highlight the increasing cases of eve-teasing and chain-snatching in our city. These incidents have created fear among citizens, especially women.

The main reasons are lack of proper policing and careless attitude of people. Strict action should be taken against offenders. More police patrolling, installation of CCTV cameras and public awareness can help reduce such crimes.

I request the authorities to take immediate steps to ensure safety of citizens.

Thanking you

Yours sincerely
Santosh Kumar

Q4. Email

The Principal
Sunrise Public School
Dehradun

 Sir/Madam

I am Rajeev Sharma, a student of your school. I have recently completed my studies and require my School Leaving Certificate for further admission.

I kindly request you to issue my School Leaving Certificate at the earliest. I shall be grateful for your cooperation.

Thanking you

Yours obediently
Rajeev Sharma

Headline Explanation

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Q5 (A) Punjabi to  English 

i) My elder brother is very kind to me at this age.

ii) Do not talk nonsense.

iii) She was combing her hair when it started raining.

Q5 (B) English to Punjabi

i) ਰਣਵੀਰ ਨੇ ਇੱਕ ਸੋਹਣੀ ਤਸਵੀਰ ਖਿੱਚੀ।

ii) ਅਸੀਂ ਆਪਣੀਆਂ ਗਲਤੀਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਅਜੇ ਤੱਕ ਸਮਝਿਆ ਨਹੀਂ।

iii) ਅੰਗਰੇਜ਼ੀ ਮੇਰਾ ਮਨਪਸੰਦ ਵਿਸ਼ਾ ਹੈ।

Q6 (A) Fill in the blanks

i) Some people are fond of talking.

ii) He made me to laugh a lot.

(B) Rewrite sentences

i) He is so proud that he cannot learn.

ii) As soon as he started his bike, the petrol finished in the fuel tank.

iii) You will not pass unless you study.

(C) Passive Voice

i) You will not be harmed by him.

ii) The animal has been shot by the hunter.

iii) Let your lessons be learnt.

(D) Indirect Speech

i) My sister told me that she did not like mangoes.

(E) Determiners

i) Some students were absent today.

ii) Geeta and Seeta ran the race.

iii) How much butter do you need?

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