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Key Facts: UPMSP Class 12 Home Science Exam

Code 135

Official UPMSP Intermediate Subject Code for Home Science

UPMSP Class 12 Board Syllabus Directory

70 + 30

Marks ratio: 70 Theory + 30 Practical/Internal (Total 100)

UPMSP Examination Regulation Scheme

3h 15m

Duration of official written theory paper

UP Board Exam Timetable & Guidelines

33%

Minimum pass mark required

UPMSP Passing Rules

5 Units

Core syllabus divisions in Class 12 Home Science

NCERT / UPMSP Class 12 Home Science Syllabus

Prepare for UP Board Class 12 Home Science (Code 135) with 100 high-quality practice questions covering Human Development, Foods & Nutrition, Resource Management, Textiles, and Extension Education.

Sample UPMSP Class 12 Home Science Practice Questions

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1Which developmental stage, spanning approximately 12 to 18 years of age, is characterized by rapid physical growth, sexual maturation, and identity formation?
A.Early childhood
B.Adolescence
C.Middle childhood
D.Late adulthood
Explanation: Adolescence is the transitional stage of physical and psychological development between childhood and adulthood, typically occurring from ages 12 to 18. During this phase, individuals undergo puberty and experience key identity development milestones.
2According to Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, what is the central crisis faced by individuals during adolescence?
A.Trust vs. Mistrust
B.Autonomy vs. Shame
C.Identity vs. Role Confusion
D.Generativity vs. Stagnation
Explanation: Erikson identified 'Identity vs. Role Confusion' as the fifth stage of psychosocial development occurring during adolescence. Adolescents explore independence and develop a personal identity, failing which results in role confusion.
3What does the abbreviation ECCE stand for in the context of child development and education?
A.Early Childhood Care and Education
B.Elementary Child Care Evaluation
C.Essential Child Cognitive Enhancement
D.Early Community Child Empowerment
Explanation: ECCE stands for Early Childhood Care and Education. It encompasses holistic care, nutrition, health, and early learning for children from birth to 8 years of age.
4Which flagship Indian government program delivers integrated early childhood services—including supplementary nutrition and immunization—through Anganwadi centers?
A.Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS)
B.National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (NREGS)
C.Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)
D.Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY)
Explanation: Launched in 1975, the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme is one of the world's largest early childhood development programs. It operates via village Anganwadi centers to provide health, nutrition, and preschool education.
5In Jean Piaget's cognitive development theory, which stage applies to children aged 2 to 7 years who exhibit egocentric thinking and symbolic play?
A.Sensorimotor stage
B.Pre-operational stage
C.Concrete operational stage
D.Formal operational stage
Explanation: The pre-operational stage (ages 2 to 7 years) is characterized by symbolic thought, language development, and egocentrism, where children struggle to view situations from others' perspectives.
6What is the educational approach called where children with special needs are taught in regular classrooms alongside non-disabled peers with appropriate support?
A.Segregated education
B.Integrated education
C.Inclusive education
D.Specialized isolation
Explanation: Inclusive education involves modifying the system, curriculum, and environment so that all children, regardless of physical or cognitive challenges, learn together in general classrooms.
7Which psychosocial stage occurs during young adulthood (ages 19 to 40) in Erik Erikson's developmental framework?
A.Industry vs. Inferiority
B.Intimacy vs. Isolation
C.Autonomy vs. Doubt
D.Integrity vs. Despair
Explanation: During young adulthood, individuals experience 'Intimacy vs. Isolation,' where the primary focus is forming intimate, loving relationships with other people.
8Under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Act 2016 in India, the number of recognized benchmark disability categories was expanded from 7 to:
A.12
B.15
C.21
D.28
Explanation: The RPWD Act 2016 replaced the 1995 Act and increased the number of recognized disability conditions from 7 to 21, including acid attack victims, Parkinson's disease, and blood disorders like thalassemia.
9What type of residential facility is specifically established to provide shelter, care, medical support, and companionship for senior citizens who lack family care?
A.Juvenile Home
B.Old Age Home (Vridhashram)
C.Observation Home
D.Creche
Explanation: Old Age Homes (Vridhashram) are institutional care facilities designed to cater to the physical, emotional, and medical needs of elderly individuals who are destitute or unable to reside with their families.
10According to India's National Education Policy (NEP 2020), which age bracket is defined under the foundational ECCE stage?
A.0 to 3 years
B.3 to 6 years
C.3 to 8 years
D.6 to 14 years
Explanation: NEP 2020 defines the foundational stage of education as covering ages 3 to 8 years, comprising 3 years of preschool (Anganwadi/Balvatika) and 2 years of primary school (Grades 1 and 2).

About the UPMSP Class 12 Home Science Exam

UPMSP Intermediate Class 12 Home Science (Code 135) is an interdisciplinary course designed to impart scientific knowledge and practical skills in human development, clinical nutrition, resource management, textile science, and extension education. Candidates are evaluated on theoretical principles as well as practical laboratory and project applications.

Exam sponsor: Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Written Theory Paper: 70 marks (3 hours 15 minutes). Practical & Internal Assessment: 30 marks. Combined total: 100 marks. Local question bank provides 100 structured MCQs across all 5 syllabus modules.

Time Limit

3 hours 15 minutes (Theory Paper)

Passing Score

33% aggregate in the subject

Exam / Certification Fees

₹600.75 for institutional (regular) Intermediate candidates and ₹806 for private candidates for the 2026 examination, plus ₹206 per additional subject. UPMSP charges one registration fee per candidate, not per subject paper.

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15 of 70 marks

Human Development and Family Studies (मानव विकास एवं परिवार अध्ययन)

Developmental milestones across lifespan, Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE), special needs care, and family life cycle management.

15 of 70 marks

Foods, Clinical Nutrition and Public Health (पोषण, खाद्य विज्ञान एवं नैदानिक आहारिकी)

Therapeutic nutrition, public health malnutrition, national nutrition missions, food quality standards (FSSAI, AGMARK), and preservation technologies.

15 of 70 marks

Resource Management and Ergonomics (संसाधन प्रबन्ध एवं कार्य सरलीकरण)

Household budgeting, energy and time optimization, work simplification (Mundel's classes), kitchen design ergonomics, and consumer rights (COPRA 2019).

15 of 70 marks

Textiles and Apparel Science (वस्त्र एवं परिधान विज्ञान)

Textile fiber classification, design principles, stain removal, fabric maintenance, and traditional Indian textiles (Chikankari, Kantha, Phulkari, Kasuti).

10 of 70 marks

Extension Education and Community Communication (प्रसार शिक्षा एवं सामुदायिक संचार)

Extension methods, development communication tools, folk media, message design, and women empowerment initiatives.

Preparing for the UPMSP Class 12 Home Science Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 33% aggregate in the subject
  • Assessment: Written Theory Paper: 70 marks (3 hours 15 minutes). Practical & Internal Assessment: 30 marks. Combined total: 100 marks. Local question bank provides 100 structured MCQs across all 5 syllabus modules.
  • Time limit: 3 hours 15 minutes (Theory Paper)
  • Exam / certification fees: ₹600.75 for institutional (regular) Intermediate candidates and ₹806 for private candidates for the 2026 examination, plus ₹206 per additional subject. UPMSP charges one registration fee per candidate, not per subject paper. Official sources

Using Our Practice Resources

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UPMSP Class 12 Home Science: Suggested Study Strategy

1Thoroughly review NCERT and UPMSP prescribed Home Science textbooks.
2Practice dietary calculations, work simplification principles, and fiber identification flowcharts.
3Memorize key food safety logos (FSSAI, AGMARK, BIS) and consumer rights under COPRA 2019.
4Familiarize yourself with traditional Indian embroideries and their states of origin.
5Use these 100 MCQs to identify knowledge gaps and reinforce conceptual clarity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the subject code for UPMSP Class 12 Home Science?

The subject code for UPMSP Intermediate Class 12 Home Science is Code 135.

What is the mark distribution for UP Board Class 12 Home Science?

The examination is divided into 70 marks for the written theory paper and 30 marks for practical/internal assessment, totaling 100 marks.

What is the passing criteria for UPMSP Class 12 Home Science?

Students must secure a minimum of 33% overall in the subject to pass, fulfilling UPMSP subject pass requirements.

Which main domains are covered in the Class 12 syllabus?

The syllabus comprises five units: Human Development & Family Studies, Foods & Clinical Nutrition, Resource Management, Textiles & Apparel Science, and Extension Education & Community Communication.

Are these practice questions officially endorsed by UPMSP?

No. This question bank is an independent English-language MCQ practice adaptation created by OpenExamPrep to help students test their knowledge and prepare for board exams.