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KARNATAKA STATE BOARD CLASS 12 SECOND PUC HOME SCIENCE 2025-2

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Q1 mcq 1 mark
The depositor is not interested in periodic payback of amount. Then, the depositor earns a compound interest called as ________.
a.
Reinvestment deposit
b.
Special term deposit scheme Correct Answer
c.
Fixed deposit
d.
Term deposit
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The correct answer is B. In a Special term deposit scheme (also known as a cumulative deposit), the interest is reinvested and paid at the end of the term along with the principal, which is suitable for a depositor not interested in periodic interest payouts. Fixed and Term deposits usually offer options for periodic interest payouts (monthly, quarterly, etc.).
Q2 mcq 1 mark
_______ pertains to the tactile quality of an object's surface.
a.
Colour
b.
Line
c.
Light
d.
Texture Correct Answer
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The correct answer is D. Texture refers to the surface quality of an object that can be felt through touch (tactile) or perceived visually. Colour, line, and light are other elements of design that do not describe the surface physical feel.
Q3 mcq 1 mark
During certain periods like floods, droughts before festivals, certain products are in short supply and sold for different price. What is it called as?
a.
Adulteration
b.
Black marketing Correct Answer
c.
Defective weights and measures
d.
Poor quality
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The correct answer is B. Black marketing is the illegal practice of selling goods in short supply at prices higher than the government-regulated or market-standard prices. Adulteration refers to adding impurities, while defective weights and poor quality are separate consumer issues.
Q4 mcq 1 mark
Choose the correct statement A : Balance means choosing food from same food groups. B : Variety means including different foods within each food group.
a.
A is true, B is false
b.
Both A and B are true
c.
A is false, B is true Correct Answer
d.
Both A and B are false
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The correct answer is C. Statement A is false because balance involves choosing foods from different groups to ensure a complete nutritional profile, not the same group. Statement B is true because variety ensures a wider range of micronutrients within the recommended food groups.
Q5 mcq 1 mark
Why do adolescents require more energy than adults?
a.
Slow growth rate
b.
Decreased metabolic rate
c.
Decreased physical activity
d.
Rapid growth and development Correct Answer
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The correct answer is D. Adolescence is a period characterized by rapid physiological growth, hormonal changes, and high physical activity, which necessitates a significantly higher caloric intake compared to adults whose growth has stabilized.
Q6 mcq 1 mark
At household level of storage, this food item can be stored in freezer of refrigerator.
a.
Eggs
b.
Meat, fish and poultry Correct Answer
c.
Sugar, jaggery and salt
d.
Suji, flour and maida
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The correct answer is B. Meat, fish, and poultry are highly perishable and require freezing to inhibit microbial growth. Eggs can be refrigerated but not necessarily frozen, while sugar, salt, and dry flours are stored at room temperature.
Q7 mcq 1 mark
_______ eliminates hunger, food insecurity and malnutrition in the community.
a.
FPO
b.
NIN
c.
FAO Correct Answer
d.
CFTRI
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The correct answer is C. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations is a specialized agency that leads international efforts to defeat hunger and improve food security globally.
Q8 mcq 1 mark
Among the following the National level programmes for community development is ________.
a.
ICDS - Integrated child development services Correct Answer
b.
Ksheera Bhagya
c.
Anna Bhagya
d.
Bisi Dota
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The correct answer is A. ICDS is a major national-level program launched by the Government of India. Ksheera Bhagya, Anna Bhagya, and Bisi Oota (Bisi Dota) are state-level welfare schemes implemented specifically in Karnataka.
Q9 mcq 1 mark
Adolescents are expected to develop meaningful social relationships in the society like an adult to improve _______.
a.
Social development Correct Answer
b.
Emotional development
c.
Physical development
d.
Language development
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Social development is the correct choice because the ability to form meaningful relationships within a societal context is a hallmark of maturing social skills and social competence. While emotional, physical, and language developments are important, the specific outcome of interacting appropriately in society is defined as social development.
Q10 mcq 1 mark
Match Column-A with Column-B: Column-A | Column-B A. Charcoal | (i) Synthetic dyes B. AZO | (ii) Plant source C. Tyrian purple | (iii) Mineral source D. Log wood | (iv) Animal source
a.
A – (iv), B – (iii), C – (ii), D – (i)
b.
A – (i), B – (ii), C – (iii), D – (iv)
c.
A – (iii), B – (i), C – (ii), D – (iv)
d.
A – (iii), B – (i), C – (iv), D – (ii) Correct Answer
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Charcoal is a mineral source (iii), AZO is a synthetic dye (i), Tyrian purple is derived from a sea snail (animal source) (iv), and Logwood is a plant source (ii). Therefore, the correct matching is A-(iii), B-(i), C-(iv), D-(ii).
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Q11 mcq 1 mark
The procedure followed in singeing:
a.
Stops singeing, sparks → enters desizing → fiber end burns off → passed over heated copper plates.
b.
Passed over heated copper plates → fiber end burns off → enters desizing → stops singeing, sparks
c.
Passed over heated copper plates → fiber end burns off → stops singeing, sparks → enters desizing
d.
Enters desizing → passed over heated copper plates → fiber end burns off → stops singeing, sparks.
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Q12 mcq 1 mark
Tie and dye is an example for ____ method of printing.
a.
Resist
b.
Direct
c.
Discharge
d.
Indirect
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Q13 mcq 1 mark
Phulkari means _______.
a.
Bird work
b.
Geometric work
c.
Flower work
d.
Leaf work
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Q14 mcq 1 mark
________ colours are generally associated with warmth and are suitable for winter in the selection of clothing.
a.
Black and purple
b.
Red and yellow
c.
Red and green
d.
White and grey
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Q15 mcq 1 mark
_______ provides technical information in community development.
a.
Therapist
b.
Enabler
c.
Guide
d.
Expert
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Q16 short answer 1 mark
_______ can itself be used to earn more money by re-investing.
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Q17 short answer 1 mark
The loss in shape, size and odour of food is ______.
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Q18 short answer 1 mark
To burn superficially means ______.
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Q19 short answer 1 mark
__________ is the shimmering cotton fabric which is famous for being light weight.
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Q20 short answer 1 mark
________ is for conducting educational programmes which helps in improving the economic and social conditions.
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Q21 short answer 2 marks
Name the colour scheme for the given example. a) Yellow and purple and blue and orange b) Yellow, red purple and blue purple
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Q21 mcq
Name the colour scheme for the given example.
a.
Yellow and purple and blue and orange
b.
Yellow, red purple and blue purple
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Q22 short answer 2 marks
Mention four problems a consumer faces in the society.
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Q23 short answer 2 marks
Mention the two advantages of consumer education.
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Q24 short answer 2 marks
Give the need for the following nutrients in pre-school children. a) Energy b) Vitamin A
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Q25 short answer 2 marks
Expand: a) FIFO b) FEFO
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Q26 short answer 2 marks
What are the causes of malnutrition?
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Q27 short answer 2 marks
Suggest four ways of handling problems during the period of adolescence.
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Q28 short answer 2 marks
Mention the methods of direct printing.
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Q29 short answer 3 marks
Write a note on bank.
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Q30 short answer 3 marks
Define harmony. Enlist the methods of creating harmony.
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Q31 short answer 3 marks
Define design. Explain the types.
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Q32 short answer 3 marks
What are the developmental tasks of school-aged children?
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Q33 short answer 3 marks
What is the role of children's gangs in providing sense of belongingness for their members?
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Q34 short answer 3 marks
Explain briefly about Bandhini textile.
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Q35 short answer 3 marks
Discuss the factors to be considered for an adolescent in regard with the fitting of the garment.
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Q36 short answer 3 marks
Mention three dimensions of extension education and give one example each.
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Q37 long answer 5 marks
Sumit wants to decorate his office. Suggest similar colour schemes which can enhance his spirit towards work with examples.
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Q38 long answer 5 marks
Give a pictorial representation of food pyramid and label the food groups.
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Q39 long answer 5 marks
Enlist the developmental tasks acquired by an 18-year-old Raju.
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Q40 long answer 5 marks
Describe the characteristics of old age.
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Q41 long answer 5 marks
Define direct method printing. Briefly explain block printing.
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Q42 long answer 5 marks
Write a note on community development facilitator's role as a guide in community development.
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Q43 long answer 5 marks
Define leader. Explain the functions of a leader as an extension worker.
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Q44 long answer 5 marks
Suhail's mother is worried for her five-year-old son, as he is not eating healthy food. a) What are the interesting methods to introduce foods to the child? b) What are the nutrients to be included in the diet? c) Give three dietary guidelines to improve his health.
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Q45 long answer 5 marks
A textile industry wants to introduce a new product to the market in blanket sector. a) Name the mechanical process. b) On which fabric is it used? c) How does the process work? d) What is the after-effects of the process?
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