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Key Facts: Maharashtra SSC Arabic (MSBSHSE) Exam
Code 31
MSBSHSE SSC general subject code for Arabic (Second/Third Language)
mahahsscboard.org SSC general subject codes list
About 3 hours
Typical written duration window for SSC Second/Third Language Arabic
MSBSHSE SSC timetable summaries (confirm year circular)
~80 + ~20
Common written + internal split for SSC language subjects (subject total near 100)
MSBSHSE SSC language assessment pattern summaries (confirm year scheme)
About 35%
Commonly reported minimum pass mark per SSC subject
MSBSHSE SSC pass-criteria summaries (confirm current circular)
L2/L3 Arabic
Class 10 modern foreign language option (subject code 31) under MSBSHSE SSC general codes
MSBSHSE SSC general subject codes
English MCQ adaptation
Local bank is a 100-item English-language MCQ study aid — not a full official paper or writing/oral substitute
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Maharashtra SSC Arabic (MSBSHSE, code 31) is Class 10 Second/Third Language Arabic — commonly ~80 written (~3 h) + ~20 internal for ~100 marks. Pass is commonly ~35%. Fees are as notified by MSBSHSE through schools. This free 2026 bank is an English MCQ study adaptation for SSC Arabic L2/L3 — not an official paper simulation and not a substitute for writing or oral/internal components.
Sample Maharashtra SSC Arabic (MSBSHSE) Practice Questions
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1How many letters are there in the standard Arabic alphabet taught for basic literacy?
2In which direction is Arabic written and read?
3Which letter represents the sound /b/ in Arabic?
4Which letter is nūn (sound /n/)?
5Arabic letters commonly change shape depending on position. How many main positional forms does a typical connecting letter have?
6Which set are classic non-connecting letters that do not join to the following letter?
7What is the name of the letter س?
8Which letter is shīn (sound /ʃ/ as in “ship”)?
9In a medial position inside a word, a connecting letter is written in its:
10Which diacritic mark typically indicates a short /a/ vowel in fully vocalized Arabic?
About the Maharashtra SSC Arabic (MSBSHSE) Exam
Maharashtra SSC Arabic is the Class 10 Secondary School Certificate Second/Third Language modern foreign language paper (subject code 31 on MSBSHSE SSC general subject codes) under the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE), Pune. It assesses Secondary Arabic language skills — reading of short texts, applied grammar and usage (alphabet and letter forms, definite article al-, gender, nominal/verbal sentence basics, pronouns, numbers, present/past verbs), everyday vocabulary (school, family, food, travel), greetings and religion-neutral culture awareness, and related school work as set out in board syllabi and school materials. The official assessment is commonly a subject total near 100 marks via written theory/activity sheet (about 80 marks, about 3 hours) and internal assessment (about 20 marks) — not pure MCQ. Fees are as notified by MSBSHSE through secondary schools (mahahsscboard.in; mahahsscboard.org/sscsub.htm). Pass marks are commonly described as about 35% in the subject. The 100 questions on this page are a free English-language multiple-choice study adaptation with English explanations for Arabic grammar, vocabulary, reading strategies, and culture; Arabic script and short phrases appear in stems and options when testing skill. They are not a full simulation of the official mixed written paper, writing tasks, or oral/internal components, and do not replace official writing or speaking practice.
Exam sponsor: Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Assessment
Official Maharashtra SSC Arabic (subject code 31 on the MSBSHSE SSC general subject codes list) is a Second/Third Language modern foreign language. SSC language subjects are commonly organised as mixed written theory/activity-sheet assessment (often about 80 marks, about 3 hours — L2/L3 modern foreign languages have appeared in a 3-hour afternoon timetable slot) plus internal/school assessment (often about 20 marks), for a subject total near 100 marks. Official tasks may include reading comprehension, applied grammar and usage, vocabulary, short functional writing, and related enrichment as notified; oral/listening components may apply per the year's evaluation scheme. Qualifying is commonly described as about 35% in the subject (confirm the current result circular). This free bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation covering Arabic alphabet and letter forms, the definite article al- (ال), gender, nominal and verbal sentence basics, pronouns, numbers, present/past verb intro, school/family/food/travel vocabulary, reading strategies, religion-neutral culture awareness, and error identification — not a full simulation of descriptive writing, oral evidence, or the official mixed paper.
Time Limit
About 3 hours
Passing Score
About 35%
Exam / Certification Fees
As notified by MSBSHSE through secondary schools (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories).
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Our practice resources: topics covered
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Arabic Alphabet & Letter Forms
28 letters, right-to-left direction, and isolated/initial/medial/final forms in connected Arabic script.
Definite Article al- (ال)
ال on nouns, basic sun/moon letter awareness, and definite vs indefinite contrast.
Gender
Masculine and feminine nouns, ة/ة markers, and simple adjective or pronoun agreement cues.
Nominal & Verbal Sentence Basics
Nominal sentences without present-tense “is”, and verbal sentences with common verb–subject patterns.
Pronouns
Independent subject pronouns and recognition of common attached forms in short phrases.
Numbers & Present/Past Verbs
Cardinal numbers and introductory mudāriʿ (present) and māḍī (past) forms of frequent verbs.
Vocabulary, Reading & Culture
Theme vocabulary for school, family, food, and travel; short-text strategies; greetings and religion-neutral culture.
Error Identification
Identify wrong articles, gender, pronouns, verb forms, sentence structure, and word choice in short Arabic items.
Preparing for the Maharashtra SSC Arabic (MSBSHSE) Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: About 35%
- Assessment: Official Maharashtra SSC Arabic (subject code 31 on the MSBSHSE SSC general subject codes list) is a Second/Third Language modern foreign language. SSC language subjects are commonly organised as mixed written theory/activity-sheet assessment (often about 80 marks, about 3 hours — L2/L3 modern foreign languages have appeared in a 3-hour afternoon timetable slot) plus internal/school assessment (often about 20 marks), for a subject total near 100 marks. Official tasks may include reading comprehension, applied grammar and usage, vocabulary, short functional writing, and related enrichment as notified; oral/listening components may apply per the year's evaluation scheme. Qualifying is commonly described as about 35% in the subject (confirm the current result circular). This free bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation covering Arabic alphabet and letter forms, the definite article al- (ال), gender, nominal and verbal sentence basics, pronouns, numbers, present/past verb intro, school/family/food/travel vocabulary, reading strategies, religion-neutral culture awareness, and error identification — not a full simulation of descriptive writing, oral evidence, or the official mixed paper.
- Time limit: About 3 hours
- Exam / certification fees: As notified by MSBSHSE through secondary schools (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories). Official sources
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Maharashtra SSC Arabic (MSBSHSE): Suggested Study Strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the official Maharashtra SSC Arabic exam only multiple choice?
No. Official SSC Arabic — Second/Third Language (code 31) is a mixed Class 10 language assessment under MSBSHSE. Public language papers are commonly written theory/activity sheets (often about 80 marks over about 3 hours) plus internal assessment (often about 20 marks), and may include reading, grammar, vocabulary, writing, and oral/listening components as notified. This bank is a free English-language MCQ study adaptation for concept fluency — not a full writing, oral/listening, or official paper substitute.
What is MSBSHSE subject code 31?
Subject code 31 is Arabic (Second/Third Language) on the MSBSHSE SSC general subject codes list (mahahsscboard.org/sscsub.htm). Related modern foreign languages on the same list include German (34), French (35), and Russian (36).
How long is the Maharashtra SSC Arabic paper?
Second/Third Language Arabic is commonly scheduled for about 3 hours in the written window (L2/L3 modern foreign languages have appeared as a 3 PM–6 PM slot in published SSC timetables). Confirm the year's official timetable on mahahsscboard.in and school notices.
What is the passing score for Maharashtra SSC Arabic?
Pass criteria are commonly reported as about 35% in each subject, with separate theory/internal floors where that split applies. Always verify the current MSBSHSE result circular for your sitting.
What does SSC Arabic cost to take?
Arabic is examined as part of the Maharashtra SSC public examination. Fees are as notified by MSBSHSE through secondary schools. There is no single fixed public INR amount for every candidate category on the board site — check school circulars for the current schedule.
Which topics should I prioritise for SSC Arabic L2/L3?
Prioritise alphabet and letter forms, the definite article ال (including sun/moon awareness), gender, nominal vs verbal sentence basics, subject pronouns, numbers, present and past verb intros, and vocabulary for school, family, food, and travel. Practise short reading texts, greetings/culture notes, writing, and oral/listening tasks separately — MCQs alone do not replace official paper components.
Why is this bank multiple choice if the board paper has writing and oral?
Selected-response items check concept fluency quickly for grammar rules, vocabulary, reading judgment, culture, and error spotting. Official MSBSHSE SSC Arabic still requires mixed written tasks and school/oral components as notified. Always practise model papers and complete full writing and speaking tasks under timed conditions.
Where can I find official Maharashtra SSC Arabic materials?
Use MSBSHSE (mahahsscboard.in), the SSC general subject codes page (mahahsscboard.org/sscsub.htm — Arabic code 31), the SSC General student syllabus page, and Balbharati / eBalbharati (books.ebalbharati.in) for Arabic textbooks, syllabi, and school-distributed schemes.