Home Science Unit Test Syllabus
Class XII Home Science Unit Test syllabus prescribed by the Directorate of School Education, Aligarh Muslim University.
The Directorate of School Education, A.M.U. has officially released the Unit Test-wise syllabus for Class XII Home Science (12HM05) for the academic session 2026â27. The curriculum is structured into three unit tests, each carrying 15 marks, covering diverse practical fields like Nutrition, Family Studies, Fabric Design, and Hospitality Management.
Home Science Unit Tests
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Unit Test â I
Class XII â Home Science
| Unit/Chapter | Topics/Units | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Unit-I |
Work, Livelihood and Career
| 15 (Total) |
| Unit-II |
Nutrition, Food Science and Technology
| |
| Total Marks | 15 | |
đĽ Focus on Nutrition
Unit Test I places heavy emphasis on ‘Nutrition, Food Science and Technology’. You will be tested on dietetics, food safety standards, and public health nutrition.
đź Career Paths
The first chapter lays the groundwork for the subject, exploring the concepts of Work, Livelihood, and varying Career opportunities within the Home Science domain.
Unit Test â II
Class XII â Home Science
| Unit/Chapter | Topics/Units | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Unit-III |
Human Development and Family Studies
| 15 (Total) |
| Unit-IV |
Fabric and Apparel
| |
| Total Marks | 15 | |
đ¨âđŠâđ§ Human Development
Unit III dives into human lifespan care, targeting the management of institutions supporting children, youth, and the elderly population.
đ§ľ Fashion & Textiles
Unit IV shifts to the creative and industrial side, covering apparel design, fashion merchandising, and the institutional care of fabrics.
Unit Test â III
Class XII â Home Science
| Unit/Chapter | Topics/Units | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Unit-V |
Resource Management
| 15 (Total) |
| Unit-VI |
Communication and Extension
| |
| Total Marks | 15 | |
Management & Media: Unit Test III is highly contemporary. It brings together Resource Management (like running hospitality sectors and ensuring consumer rights) with the modern realm of Communication and Extension, specifically Development Communication and Journalism.
A Word from the Teacher
Home Science at the Class XII level is vast, bridging the gap between biological sciences, sociology, and business management. Each Unit Test carries 15 marks, meaning you cannot ignore any sub-topic.
In Unit Test I, the ‘Nutrition, Food Science and Technology’ unit is extensive. Make sure you understand the specific dietary requirements in Clinical Nutrition and the hygiene standards established in Food Quality and Safety.
Unit Test II requires you to switch gears between psychology and design. For Fabric and Apparel, you must understand the elements of fashion merchandising and the practical steps for maintaining institutional fabrics. For Unit Test III, topics like Consumer Education and Protection require you to memorize the specific rights and responsibilities of consumers under current laws.
How to Excel in Home Science
A structured approach to varied topics ensures high scores across all unit tests.
Master the Diets
For Unit I, create charts for different therapeutic diets (e.g., for diabetes or hypertension) found in the Clinical Nutrition chapter.
Learn Food Standards
Memorize the names and functions of food safety organizations (like FSSAI or Codex Alimentarius) for Unit I.
Understand ECCE
In Unit II, focus on the objectives and importance of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE).
Fashion Principles
Know the difference between fashion cycles, fads, and classic styles in the Fashion Design and Merchandising chapter.
Hospitality Roles
For Unit III, clearly define the different departments in Hospitality Management (Front office, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage).
Consumer Rights
List and learn the 6 Consumer Rights precisely as per the Consumer Protection Act for the Unit III test.
Class XII Home Science â Quick View
| Unit Test | Main Areas | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Test I | Work/Livelihood [Unit I], Nutrition & Food Science/Tech [Unit II] | 15 |
| Unit Test II | Human Development & Family Studies [Unit III], Fabric & Apparel [Unit IV] | 15 |
| Unit Test III | Resource Management (Hospitality/Consumer) [Unit V], Comm. & Extension [Unit VI] | 15 |
Check the Original AMU Syllabus
For the complete official Unit Test Wise Division of Syllabus, refer to the original document issued by the Directorate of School Education, A.M.U.
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