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Key Facts: WBCHSE HS Bengali (First Language) Exam

BNGA

Official WBCHSE subject code

https://wbchse.wb.gov.in/subjects/

30%

Minimum pass in theory and practical/project independently

https://wbchse.wb.gov.in/frequently-asked-questions-examination

INR 215

Class XII semester enrolment total (INR 190 to Council)

WBCHSE Memo L/PR/305/2025 / L/PR/275/2026

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Official assessment language focus: Bengali (BNGA first-language assessment)

https://wbchse.wb.gov.in/subjects/

Sem I–IV

Higher Secondary semester system across Classes XI–XII

https://wbchse.wb.gov.in/annual-working-plan

Comprehensive higher secondary examination in Bengali First Language covering Bengali prose, poetry, drama, history of Bengali literature and science/art history, linguistics, and rhetoric. English-language MCQ study adaptation for WBCHSE HS—not an official board paper, translation, or format simulation.

Sample WBCHSE HS Bengali (First Language) Practice Questions

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1In Manik Bandyopadhyay's iconic short story 'Ke Banchay Ke Banche' (কে বাঁচায় কে বাঁচে), what profound psychological change overcomes Mrityunjay after witnessing a man die of starvation on the street for the first time?
A.He is overcome with acute guilt and physical illness, eventually giving away his own rations and salary to relief funds.
B.He turns bitterly cynical towards society and decides to resign from his government job immediately.
C.He blames Niklesh for neglecting social welfare duties and cuts off all communication with his family.
D.He joins an underground revolutionary political group to overthrow the grain hoarders.
Explanation: After witnessing a starvation death during the 1943 Bengal Famine, Mrityunjay experiences deep moral agony and physical nausea. He feels personally guilty for eating full meals while millions starve, leading him to donate his salary and rations and ultimately join the destitute on the streets.
2In Mahasweta Devi's famous story 'Bhaat' (ভাত), why does Utsav Naiya travel from his devastated village in Matla to Kolkata?
A.To seek medical treatment for his ailing daughter after a cyclone.
B.To work as a domestic helper in a wealthy household in exchange for cooked rice (bhaat).
C.To petition the government office for cyclone relief funds.
D.To purchase land in the city using his lifetime savings.
Explanation: Having lost his family and house to a catastrophic storm and lived through prolonged hunger, Utsav travels to Kolkata when brought by Chunini's mother to work at the 'Baro Badi' household, driven primarily by his desperate yearning to eat cooked rice ('bhaat').
3In Syed Mustafa Siraj's narrative 'Bharatbarsha' (ভারতবর্ষ), what incident causes communal tension to flare up between the Hindu and Muslim villagers near the market?
A.A dispute over land ownership near the banyan tree.
B.A disagreement regarding the construction of a new temple and mosque.
C.Conflicting religious claims over the unclaimed body of an seemingly deceased old woman (Buri).
D.A quarrel over grain prices during a harsh winter storm.
Explanation: When an apparently dead homeless old woman is left near the market, Hindus claim she uttered 'Radhe Radhe' or 'Hari' before dying, while Muslims claim she said 'Bismillah'. Both communities arm themselves to claim her body for cremation or burial, symbolizing irrational fanaticism.
4In 'Ke Banchay Ke Banche', how does Niklesh (নিখিল) view Mrityunjay's radical decision to starve himself for the needy?
A.He fully supports Mrityunjay and joins him on the streets.
B.He reports Mrityunjay to their office superior for misconduct.
C.He admires Mrityunjay's poetry but disregards his social actions.
D.He sympathizes with Mrityunjay but considers his action impractical and self-destructive.
Explanation: Niklesh is a practical, introspective colleague who cares deeply for Mrityunjay. While he recognizes Mrityunjay's noble heart, he logically points out that one individual giving up food cannot solve a massive systemic famine and will only ruin his own innocent family.
5In Mahasweta Devi's 'Bhaat', which character manages the household affairs of Baro Badi and strictly dictates ritualistic norms?
A.Baro Pishi (বড় পিসি)
B.Chunini's mother (টুুনির মা)
C.Basini (বাসিনী)
D.Baro Bou (বড় বউ)
Explanation: Baro Pishi (the unmarried elder aunt) exercises dominant control over the mansion's kitchen, religious rituals, and servant duties, maintaining strict traditional authority in the family.
6In Moti Nandy's novel 'Koni' (কোনি), what inspiring mantra does coach Kshitish Sinha (ক্ষীতিশ সিংহ) repeatedly instill in Koni to overcome adversity?
A."Jitrai aamar dhyan, jitrai aamar gyan" (Victory is my meditation).
B."Fight, Koni, fight!" (ফাইট, কোনি, ফাইট!)
C."Pramad niyo na, shanto thako" (Do not panic, remain calm).
D."Jal-i jiban, jal-i maran" (Water is life, water is death).
Explanation: Kshitish Sinha's famous motivational cry "Fight, Koni, fight!" serves as the central emotional anchor of the novel, urging Koni to battle poverty, societal prejudice, and corrupt sports officials.
7In 'Koni', which swimming club in Kolkata ousted Kshitish Sinha due to internal politics and rivalry?
A.Bengal Swimming Club
B.Central Swimming Club
C.Jupiter Club (জুপিটার ক্লাব)
D.Sea Hawk Club
Explanation: Kshitish Sinha was a dedicated coach at Jupiter Club, but petty internal politics and jealousy led rival committee members like Vinod Mukhopadhyay and Hari Charan to push him out.
8What is the ultimate fate of Mrityunjay at the conclusion of Manik Bandyopadhyay's 'Ke Banchay Ke Banche'?
A.He recovers from his depression and returns to his administrative position.
B.He moves to a rural village to establish a free kitchen.
C.He is arrested by the British police for inciting street protests.
D.He wears a torn blanket, holds a tin bowl, and begs for food among street famished crowds.
Explanation: The story ends tragically with Mrityunjay completely succumbing to the street beggar life, standing in line with a tin cup and repeating the pathetic phrase: "Gaatarto thakte khaoar dabi... gaater ta kheyeker khaoar dabi" (claiming food while having a body to work).
9In 'Bharatbarsha', what happens at the end when the dead old woman unexpectedly stands up before the armed crowd?
A.She laughs, opens her eyes, walks away into the distance, exposing the absurdity of their religious feud.
B.She collapses again immediately and is buried by both communities jointly.
C.She announces that she belongs to a third non-religious order.
D.She curses both factions and demands they build a hospital.
Explanation: At the climax of 'Bharatbarsha', as the two religious groups prepare to clash violently, the old woman wakes up, stands up, and walks away into the misty rain, leaving the bigoted villagers stunned and revealing humanity beyond sectarian divisions.
10In Mahasweta Devi's 'Bhaat', why is Utsav forbidden from eating rice during his initial hours at Baro Badi?
A.Because he refused to bathe in the holy Ganges first.
B.Because cooked rice cannot be consumed before the ongoing sacrificial ritual (yajna) for the dying master is finished.
C.Because the household ran out of rice during the storm.
D.Because the food was reserved exclusively for visiting doctors.
Explanation: The Tantric priest performing the ritual to save the ailing house patriarch rules that no one in the house may consume food until the homa/yajna is completed, prolonging Utsav's excruciating wait.

About the WBCHSE HS Bengali (First Language) Exam

The WBCHSE Higher Secondary Bengali First Language (BNGA) examination evaluates students on Bengali prose, poetry, novel, drama, history of Bengali literature and cultural history, Bhashatattva (linguistics), and Chhando & Alankar (prosody & rhetoric). Note: This practice question bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation designed for conceptual self-assessment while retaining Bengali literary names, titles, and excerpts.

Assessment

WBCHSE Higher Secondary subject BNGA: Semesters I–IV across Classes XI–XII; theory examinations plus practical/project/performance/oral evidence where the syllabus requires them.

Time Limit

As per semester notification (typically 2–3 hours for theory sittings)

Passing Score

30% minimum in theory and in practical/project independently (WBCHSE examination FAQ)

Exam Fee

Semester enrolment fee structure (Council): Sem III/IV student total INR 215 (155 enrolment + 30 processing + 30 convenience), with INR 190 to Council and INR 25 centre grant; supplementary often INR 50/paper. Separately, the public Fees page lists Class XII examination fees (within schedule) about INR 205 lab / INR 195 non-lab / INR 135 special. Confirm the applicable circular for the sitting. (West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE))

WBCHSE HS Bengali (First Language) Exam Content Outline

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Exam Overview & Structure

Comprehensive overview of the WBCHSE WBCHSE HS Bengali (First Language) examination covering syllabus structure, marking scheme, and assessment criteria.

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Syllabus Breakdown

Detailed unit-wise breakdown of the WBCHSE Class 11 and 12 curriculum for WBCHSE HS Bengali (First Language), aligned with official Council guidelines.

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Study Tips & Exam Strategy

Proven preparation strategies, time management guidelines, and practice routines to achieve top performance in Higher Secondary assessments.

How to Pass the WBCHSE HS Bengali (First Language) Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 30% minimum in theory and in practical/project independently (WBCHSE examination FAQ)
  • Assessment: WBCHSE Higher Secondary subject BNGA: Semesters I–IV across Classes XI–XII; theory examinations plus practical/project/performance/oral evidence where the syllabus requires them.
  • Time limit: As per semester notification (typically 2–3 hours for theory sittings)
  • Exam fee: Semester enrolment fee structure (Council): Sem III/IV student total INR 215 (155 enrolment + 30 processing + 30 convenience), with INR 190 to Council and INR 25 centre grant; supplementary often INR 50/paper. Separately, the public Fees page lists Class XII examination fees (within schedule) about INR 205 lab / INR 195 non-lab / INR 135 special. Confirm the applicable circular for the sitting.

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

WBCHSE HS Bengali (First Language) Study Tips from Top Performers

1Read all textbook prose pieces and poems thoroughly to understand thematic motifs and character arcs.
2Memorize key literary movements, authors, magazines (like Bangadarshan, Sabuj Patra), and publication years for the History of Literature section.
3Understand the fundamentals of Bengali sound changes (apinihiti, abhisruti, svarabhakti) and sentence structures in Bhashatattva.
4Practice identifying poetic meters (matravritta, aksharvritta, dalavritta) and rhetorical devices (upama, rupak, yamak, anupras).
5Regularly review previous years' WBCHSE Class 12 Bengali question papers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the subject code for WBCHSE HS First Language Bengali?

The subject code for First Language Bengali under WBCHSE is BNGA.

Is this question bank written in English?

Yes, this practice question bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation, featuring English question stems and explanations while preserving Bengali literary names, titles, and passages.

What is the mark distribution between theory and project?

The theory written paper carries 80 marks and the project work carries 20 marks, making a total of 100 marks.

What core literary topics are covered in the WBCHSE Bengali syllabus?

The syllabus covers Bengali Prose (গদ্য), Poetry (কবিতা), Drama (নাটক), History of Bengali Literature, Art & Science (বাংলা সাহিত্য ও সংস্কৃতির ইতিহাস), Bhashatattva (ভাষাতত্ত্ব), and Chhando & Alankar (ছন্দ ও অলংকার).

What is the minimum passing score required?

Students must secure at least 30% marks separately in both the theoretical written examination (24 out of 80) and the project work (6 out of 20).