Political Science Unit Test Syllabus
Class XII Political 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 Political Science (12PL05) for the academic session 2026â27. The curriculum is structured into three parts, shifting focus from international relations to domestic politics, with each test carrying exactly 25 marks.
Political Science Unit Tests
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Unit Test â I
Class XII â Political Science
| Unit/Chapter | Title | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The End of Bipolarity | 08 |
| 2 | Contemporary Centres of Power | 05 |
| 3 | Contemporary South Asia | 05 |
| 4 | International Organisations | 07 |
| Total | 25 | |
đ Global Shifts
Unit Test I is centered entirely on world politics. ‘The End of Bipolarity’ is the most crucial chapter here, carrying 8 marks.
đď¸ Institutions & Power
Focus on ‘International Organisations’ (7 marks), particularly the UN’s role in a unipolar world, and the rise of new centers of power in South Asia.
Unit Test â II
Class XII â Political Science
| Unit/Chapter | Title | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Challenges of Nation Building | 08 |
| 2 | Era of One Party Dominance | 05 |
| 3 | Politics of Planned Development | 05 |
| 4 | India’s External Relations | 07 |
| Total | 25 | |
đŽđł Post-Independence India
The syllabus shifts to domestic matters in Unit II. ‘Challenges of Nation Building’ carries the heaviest weight at 8 marks.
đ¤ Foreign Policy
Pay close attention to ‘India’s External Relations’ (7 marks), particularly Non-Alignment and relations with neighboring countries.
Unit Test â III
Class XII â Political Science
| Unit/Chapter | Title | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Crises of Democratic Order | 25 (Total) |
| 7 | Regional Aspiration | |
| 8 | Recent Development in Indian Politics | |
| Project/Assignment shall be based on the above topics | ||
| Total | 25 | |
Project & Modern Developments: Unit Test III covers the later decades of Indian politics. The 25 marks are distributed collectively across chapters 6, 7, and 8. Crucially, the Project/Assignment will be drawn directly from these late 20th and 21st-century topics.
A Word from the Teacher
Political Science is a subject that demands a strong grasp of both historical timelines and ideological concepts. Your answers must be objective, factual, and strictly aligned with the NCERT narratives.
In Unit Test I, focus extensively on The End of Bipolarity (8 marks). You must thoroughly understand the causes and consequences of the Soviet Union’s disintegration. For Unit Test II, the priority is Challenges of Nation Building (8 marks). The integration of princely states (like Hyderabad and Manipur) and the issue of partition are guaranteed question areas.
Unit Test III focuses heavily on modern Indian political history. The chapters on the Emergency (Crises of Democratic Order) and coalition politics (Recent Developments) are conceptually dense. Since your Project/Assignment will be based on these topics, choose a theme early (e.g., the rise of regional parties) to conduct deep research.
How to Excel in Political Science
Combine thorough reading of NCERT boxes with timeline memorization.
Master the Timelines
Create chronological timelines for global events (Unit I) and Indian political milestones (Units II & III).
Analyse Cartoons
Political cartoons in the textbook are frequently tested. Understand the context, the personalities depicted, and the underlying message.
Know the Leaders
Familiarize yourself with the key political figures mentioned in ‘Era of One Party Dominance’ and ‘Crises of Democratic Order’.
Focus on Weightage
Spend extra time revising the 8-mark chapters: ‘The End of Bipolarity’ and ‘Challenges of Nation Building’.
Prepare the Project Early
Since the Unit III project is based on recent Indian politics, select a topic like ‘Regional Aspirations’ early to gather solid data.
Map Questions
Practice identifying states created after independence or countries part of major international organizations (like ASEAN or SAARC).
Class XII Political Science â Quick View
| Unit Test | Main Areas | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Test I | Global Politics (Bipolarity [8], Centres of Power [5], South Asia [5], Int. Orgs [7]) | 25 |
| Unit Test II | Indian Politics Part 1 (Nation Building [8], Party Dominance [5], Planned Dev [5], Ext. Relations [7]) | 25 |
| Unit Test III | Indian Politics Part 2 (Democratic Crises, Regional Aspirations, Recent Developments) + Project | 25 |
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.
đ View Original AMU PDF
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