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Key Facts: Maharashtra HSC Logic Exam

3 hours

Typical Maharashtra HSC Logic theory paper duration

MSBSHSE HSC exam pattern reporting for Arts subjects including Logic

35%

Common minimum passing floor per HSC subject under MSBSHSE

Maharashtra HSC pass-mark practice (~35% each subject)

80 + 20

Common theory + internal/project mark split for HSC Logic (code 47)

Maharashtra HSC subject-wise mark distribution reporting

Subject code 47

Official MSBSHSE HSC subject code for Logic

MSBSHSE HSC general subject codes (mahahsscboard.org/hscsub.htm)

Mixed written paper

Official Logic papers mix objective, short, and long/proof items — not pure MCQ

MSBSHSE HSC Logic paper-pattern summaries

English MCQ adaptation

This free local bank is not the official Higher Secondary paper format

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Maharashtra MSBSHSE HSC Logic (code 47) is a Class 12 public-exam theory subject of about 3 hours (commonly 80+20) with ~35% pass floor, covering traditional logic, truth tables, deduction, quantifiers, induction, and hypothesis — not a pure MCQ board paper. This free 2026 bank is an English MCQ study adaptation for concept and rule fluency.

Sample Maharashtra HSC Logic Practice Questions

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1In the Maharashtra HSC Logic syllabus, Logic is best described as the science that studies:
A.Only the history of Greek cities
B.The principles and methods of correct reasoning
C.Only the chemical composition of the brain
D.Only the grammar of Marathi poetry
Explanation: Logic studies the principles and methods of correct (valid) reasoning — how conclusions follow from premises — which is the core aim of the MSBSHSE Logic course.
2Which of the following is a proposition (statement that is true or false)?
A.Close the door!
B.What time is it?
C.All equilateral triangles are equiangular.
D.Please pass the salt.
Explanation: A proposition asserts something that is either true or false. 'All equilateral triangles are equiangular' is a declarative claim with a truth value; commands and questions are not propositions.
3The main difference between a sentence and a proposition is that:
A.Every sentence is a proposition
B.A proposition is the meaning/asserted content that can be true or false, while sentences are linguistic expressions
C.Propositions always contain verbs of motion only
D.Sentences never use words
Explanation: Logic treats a proposition as the assertible content (true or false). Sentences are grammatical units; questions, commands, and exclamations are sentences but not propositions.
4An argument in logic consists of:
A.Only a single unrelated word
B.Premises offered as reasons for a conclusion
C.Only a list of questions
D.Only an emotional appeal with no claims
Explanation: An argument is a set of propositions in which premises are advanced to support a conclusion. Validity concerns whether the conclusion follows from those premises.
5Deductive inference aims at conclusions that are:
A.Merely probable if the premises are true
B.Necessarily true if the premises are true and the form is valid
C.Always false
D.Independent of any premises
Explanation: In a valid deductive argument, if the premises are true, the conclusion must be true — necessity of the conclusion given the premises and form.
6Inductive inference typically yields conclusions that are:
A.Logically certain even with false premises
B.Probable or supported to some degree by the evidence, not deductively certain
C.Always invalid by definition
D.Identical to mathematical identities only
Explanation: Induction generalises from observed cases or evidence; even strong induction leaves a possibility of error, so conclusions are probable rather than deductively necessary.
7Mediate inference differs from immediate inference because mediate inference:
A.Uses no premises at all
B.Draws a conclusion from two or more premises (as in a syllogism)
C.Is always inductive only
D.Never concerns propositions
Explanation: Immediate inference draws a conclusion from a single premise (e.g., conversion). Mediate inference (e.g., categorical syllogism) uses two premises that jointly determine the conclusion.
8In traditional logic, the quality of a categorical proposition is:
A.Universal or particular
B.Affirmative or negative
C.True only or false only by definition
D.Major or minor only
Explanation: Quality is whether the proposition affirms or denies the predicate of the subject (affirmative vs negative). Quantity is universal vs particular.
9The quantity of a categorical proposition is:
A.Affirmative or negative
B.Universal or particular
C.Valid or invalid
D.Necessary or contingent only in modal logic
Explanation: Quantity classifies propositions as universal (All/No) or particular (Some/Some…not). Quality is affirmative/negative.
10The standard form 'All S are P' is classified as which type?
A.E-proposition (universal negative)
B.A-proposition (universal affirmative)
C.I-proposition (particular affirmative)
D.O-proposition (particular negative)
Explanation: A-propositions are universal affirmative: All S are P. E is No S are P; I is Some S are P; O is Some S are not P.

About the Maharashtra HSC Logic Exam

Maharashtra HSC Logic under MSBSHSE covers Class 12 Logic aligned to Balbharati Standard XII and board subject code 47. Core themes include the nature and relevance of logic; classification of propositions and distribution of terms; mediate and immediate inference; opposition of propositions; conversion, obversion, and eduction; categorical syllogism rules and formal fallacies; symbolic connectives and truth tables; shorter truth-table and reductio decision procedures; deductive proof with standard inference and replacement rules; predicate logic and quantifiers (UI, UG, EI, EG); material and formal grounds of induction including observation, experiment, and scientific cause; and the nature, conditions, and verification of hypotheses. Official assessment is typically a ~3-hour theory paper for 80 marks plus 20 internal/project marks, with about 35% required to pass. This free local bank provides English four-option MCQs for revision; pair it with Balbharati textbooks, written short/long and proof work, and official papers via mahahsscboard.in.

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Assessment

Maharashtra Higher Secondary Logic is an HSC (Class 12) theory subject under MSBSHSE, Pune (subject code 47). Official logistics commonly describe about 3 hours of written theory work for 80 marks, with 20 marks internal assessment / project, for a 100-mark subject total. Qualifying typically requires about 35% in the subject. Syllabus centres on Balbharati Standard XII Logic: traditional logic (classification and distribution of propositions, mediate/immediate inference, opposition, conversion/obversion/eduction, syllogism); decision procedures (reductio ad absurdum, shorter truth tables); deductive proof; predicate logic and quantificational rules (UI, UG, EI, EG); grounds of induction (observation, experiment, cause); and hypothesis. English/Marathi medium materials are typical; this practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation. Confirm current syllabus and circulars on mahahsscboard.in.

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

35%

Exam / Certification Fees

As notified by MSBSHSE and paid through affiliated junior colleges for regular and private/improvement sittings (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories).

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Our practice resources: topics covered

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~12% of this local bank

Nature of Logic and Propositions

Definition of logic; sentence vs proposition; quality and quantity.

~6% of this local bank

Distribution of Terms

Which terms are distributed in A, E, I, and O forms.

~8% of this local bank

Opposition of Propositions

Contrary, contradictory, subcontrary, and subaltern relations.

~10% of this local bank

Immediate Inference (Eduction)

Conversion, obversion, and related eductive operations.

~8% of this local bank

Categorical Syllogism

Terms, figures, rules of structure, and validity.

~8% of this local bank

Formal Fallacies

Classic syllogistic form mistakes and their names.

~10% of this local bank

Symbolic Logic and Connectives

Negation, ∧, ∨, →, ↔ and statement symbolization.

~10% of this local bank

Truth Tables and Decision Procedures

Full tables, shorter method, reductio, tautology tests.

~10% of this local bank

Deductive Rules of Inference

MP, MT, HS, DS, and common replacement rules.

~8% of this local bank

Predicate Logic and Quantifiers

Propositional functions; ∀/∃; UI, UG, EI, EG.

~6% of this local bank

Grounds of Induction and Cause

Observation, experiment, popular vs scientific cause.

~4% of this local bank

Hypothesis

Good-hypothesis conditions, types, verification, laws.

Preparing for the Maharashtra HSC Logic Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 35%
  • Assessment: Maharashtra Higher Secondary Logic is an HSC (Class 12) theory subject under MSBSHSE, Pune (subject code 47). Official logistics commonly describe about 3 hours of written theory work for 80 marks, with 20 marks internal assessment / project, for a 100-mark subject total. Qualifying typically requires about 35% in the subject. Syllabus centres on Balbharati Standard XII Logic: traditional logic (classification and distribution of propositions, mediate/immediate inference, opposition, conversion/obversion/eduction, syllogism); decision procedures (reductio ad absurdum, shorter truth tables); deductive proof; predicate logic and quantificational rules (UI, UG, EI, EG); grounds of induction (observation, experiment, cause); and hypothesis. English/Marathi medium materials are typical; this practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation. Confirm current syllabus and circulars on mahahsscboard.in.
  • Time limit: 3 hours
  • Exam / certification fees: As notified by MSBSHSE and paid through affiliated junior colleges for regular and private/improvement sittings (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories). Official sources

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Maharashtra HSC Logic: Suggested Study Strategy

1Memorise A/E/I/O quality–quantity–distribution tables and drill square-of-opposition truth-value chains until automatic.
2Practise conversion and obversion with both letters and everyday examples so eduction steps stay mechanical under exam pressure.
3Keep a one-page syllogism rule sheet: three terms only, middle distributed at least once, no illicit major/minor, no two negative premises.
4Build truth tables for basic connectives first, then apply shorter truth-table and reductio methods on full arguments.
5After MCQ concept checks, write full short/long and proof answers under ~3-hour timing using MSBSHSE past papers and Balbharati exercises.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Maharashtra HSC Logic officially examined?

Logic is examined under the Maharashtra Higher Secondary Certificate Examination as a Class 12 theory subject (MSBSHSE subject code 47). Logistics commonly describe about 3 hours of written theory work for 80 marks, plus 20 marks internal assessment / project, for a 100-mark total. Papers typically mix objective, short-answer, and long/problem components. Candidates generally need about 35% in the subject to pass. Confirm the year’s syllabus, timetable, and circulars on mahahsscboard.in.

Is this practice bank the same format as the official HSC Logic paper?

No. Official MSBSHSE HSC Logic papers mix objective items with short and long written answers and proof/problem work (and internal/project work). This bank is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation for concepts and rules only — not an official translation, blueprint replica, or full written-paper simulation.

What syllabus does this bank follow?

It is aligned to Maharashtra HSC / Class 12 Logic under MSBSHSE and Balbharati Standard XII Logic themes: traditional logic (propositions, distribution, opposition, conversion/obversion/eduction, syllogism and fallacies); decision procedures and truth tables; deductive proof; predicate/quantificational logic; grounds of induction; and hypothesis. Always confirm the current Balbharati/MSBSHSE syllabus for your year.

What is the pass mark for Maharashtra HSC Logic?

MSBSHSE commonly requires a minimum of about 35% in each subject (including Logic) out of the full 100-mark total with theory and internal components as applicable. Always verify the current Higher Secondary notification for your sitting.

What is the official subject code for HSC Logic?

MSBSHSE lists Logic as subject code 47 in the HSC general subject codes scheme (see mahahsscboard.org/hscsub.htm and official question-paper listings). Confirm against your college subject registration and admit card.

Where should I check official syllabus, papers, and results?

Use the MSBSHSE site at mahahsscboard.in for circulars and question papers, mahahsscboard.org/hscsub.htm for subject codes, Balbharati digital textbooks (books.ebalbharati.in), and your divisional board portals for results and hall tickets.