CBSE Sample Papers for Class 12 Home Science Set 9 With Solutions

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CBSE Sample Papers for Class 12 Home Science Set 9 With Solutions

Time Allowed: 3 Hours
Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions

All questions are compulsory.
There are a total of 35 questions.
The question paper is divided into three sections-A, B, and C.
Section A has questions no. 1 to 18 (multiple choice questions) and is of 1 mark each.
Section B has question no. 19 to 25 of 2 marks each and questions no. 26 to 29 of 3 marks each.
Section C has questions no. 30 to 33 of 4 marks each and question no. 34 and 35 are of 5 marks each.
Internal choices are given in some questions.
Support your answers with suitable examples wherever required.

Section A (18 Marks)

Question 1.
The traces of which of the following religions can be found in the art and architecture of India? [1].
I. Jainism
II. Sikhism
III. Islam
IV. Zoroastrianism
Choose the correct option
(a) I and II
(b) I, II, and III
(c) II and IV
(d) I and IV
Answer:
(b) I, II, and III

Question 2.
Which of the following does not come under International Standards? [1].
(b) CAC
(d) ISO
(a) FSSAI
(c) WTO
Answer:
(a) FSSAI

Question 3.
Which of the following are included in the traditional occupations of India? [1].
I. Tile and brick making
II. Hunting and trapping birds and animals
III. Tapping Neera juice
IV. Garland making
Choose the correct option
(a) I, II, III and IV (b) I, II and IV
(c) I, II and III (d) I and III
Answer:
(a) I, II, III, and IV

Question 4.
Which of the following food standards are managed by FSSAI Act 2000? [1].
II. Storage
IV Sale and import
I. Manufacture
III. Distribution
Choose the correct option
(a) I and II
(c) I and IV
(b) II and III
(d) I, II, III, and IV
Answer:
(d) I, II, III, and IV

Question 5.
The condition in the above picture is caused due to the deficiency of which of the following? [1].
(a) Deficiency of food and energy
(b) Micronutrient deficiency
(c) Vitamin A deficiency
(d) Iodine deficiency
Answer:
(a) Deficiency of food and energy

Question 6.
Community radio is being operated in which of the following locations? [1].
(a) Delhi University North.
(b) Vanasthali Vidyapeeth.
(c) SEWA Gujarat.
(d) All of the above.
Answer:
(d) All of the above.

Question 7.
Knowledge in which of the following are required in order to have a career in food quality and food safety? [1].
(a) Food chemistry.
(b) Food analysis.
(c) Quality control.
(d) All of these.
Answer:
(d) All of these

Question 8.
Match the following [1].

List I		List II
A.	Hue	1.	Common name for the color
B.	Chroma	2,	Brightness or purity of color
C.	Texture	3.	A mark that connects two points
D,	Line	4.	Sensory impression of sight and touch

Choose the correct option

	A	B	C	D
(a)	1	2	4	3
(b)	2	3	1	4
(c)	3	4	1	2
(d)	4	1	2	3

Answer:
(a) 1 2 4 3

Question 9.
Which of the following is not included in Back Office Department? [1].
(a) Engineering Department.
(b) Finance and Accounts Department.
(c) Human Resources Department.
(d) Food and Beverages Department.
Answer:
(d) Food and Beverages.

Question 10.
Poshan Abhiyaan is being implemented by which of the following Ministry? [1].
(a) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
(b) Ministry of Women and Child Development.
(c) Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
(d) Home Ministry.
Answer:
(b) Ministry, of Women and Child Development.

Question 11.
Montessori schools are based on the principles of early childhood education outlined by________. [1].
(a) Maria Montessori
(b) Jean Piaget
(c) Lev Vygotsky
(d) None of these
Answer:
(a) Maria Montessori

Question 12.
Match the following [1].

List I		List II
A.	YSL	1,	Denim
B.	Levis Strauss	2.	The first French Haute couturier to present a full pret-a-porter line
C.	Couturier	3.	Foot Treadle
D,	Issac Singer	4.	Male Dress Designer in France

Choose the correct option

	A	B	C	D
(a)	2	1	4	3
(b)	3	4	2	1
(c)	1	2	3	4
(d)	2	4	3	1

Answer:
(a) 2 1 4 3

Question 13.
Sarita is an NGO social worker associated with SOS children’s village in Bawana. In this context, the SOS children’s village was set up in_________. [1].
(a) 1960
(b) 1964
(c) 1980
(d) 1971
Answer:
(b) 1964

Read the passage carefully and answer questions no 14 to 18.
If a person is interested in improving the way in which food is used to control, prevent and treat disease conditions then he/she can pursue a career in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics. There is an expanding scope of research on physiological and psychosocial changes that are emerged from the disease conditions. The relevance of nutritional considerations in preventing, treating, and curing different types of disease conditions is accepted at a larger scale.

Research in this field has led to the development of drugs and nutritional supplements, rehabilitation of patients in community settings, development of dietary guidelines, and nutrition education. A clinical nutritionist can also play an important role in public policy-making by designing and implementing preventive and promotive nutrition programs to handle nutritional deficiency disorders among people.

He/She may possess a position as a dietitian in hospitals or clinics, a researcher in medical research establishments or nutrition supplements, a food service manager or provider in hospitals, etc.

Question 14.
Which developments are the result of research in Clinical Nutrition? [1].
I. Development of drugs and nutritional supplements.
II. Rehabilitation of patients in community settings.
III. Development of dietary guidelines.
IV Nutritional education.
Choose the correct option
(a) I and II
(c) I, III, and IV
(b) I, II, and IV
(d) I, II, III, and IV
Answer:
(d) I, II, III, and IV

Question 15.
How can a dietician play an important role in public policy to tackle nutritional problems? [1].
I. Designing nutritional programs.
II. Implementing nutritional programs.
III. Analysing the impact of programs.
IV. Discussions with Government authorities.
Choose the correct option
(a) I and II
(c) I, III, and IV
(b) I, II, and III
(d) II and III
Answer:
(a) I and II.

Question 16.
A dietitian can work in which of the following establishments? [1].
(a) Hospitals or Clinics.
(b) Medical Research Institutions.
(c) Food Service Manager.
(d) All of the above.
Answer:
(d) All of the above.

Question 17.
______are not required in order to pursue a career as a nutritionist. [1].
(a) B.Sc degree in Home Science.
(b) B.Sc with a specialization in nutrition/food technology.
(c) Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics.
(d) Degree in Botanies.
Answer:
(d) Degree in Botanies.

Question 18.
Which of the following skills are required in order to pursue a career as a nutritionist? [1].
(a) Knowledge of physiological changes in disease conditions.
(b) Changes in RDA’s or nutrient requirements in illness.
(c) Types of dietary modifications required by the patient, traditional and ethnic cuisines.
(d) All of the above.
Answer:
(d) All of the above.

Section B (26 Marks)

Question 19.
Ragini is a dietitian. She wants to feed glucose to a patient who |s very weak. Which is the best feeding foute to supply glucose to the patient? [2].
Answer:
Ragini should feed glucose to a patient through intravenous feeding. In this, the patient is nourished with special solutions which are given through a drip in a vein. It includes fluids containing water, glucose, amino acids, minerals, and vitamins given through the peripheral and central veins

Question 20.
Name some of the commonly available services in the field of ECCE.
Or
What kind of administrative skills are required for a career in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)? [2].
Answer:
Some of the commonly available services in the field of ECCE are as follows
(i) Creches.
(ii) Daycare centers.
(iii) Nursery schools.
(iv) NGOs.
(v) ICDS.
(vi) Training institutes.

Administrative and management skills such as record-keeping, accounting, and report-writing are required by a teacher in ECCE so that the institutions can maintain proper records. It ensures that contact and interaction with the parent community are effective and productive.

Question 21.
(a) Discuss the factors which determine the texture of textile materials.
(b) Write a note on Operational Division in Fashion Retail Organisations. [2].
Answer:
(a) Factors that determine the texture in textile materials include fiber content, yarn processing, and yarn type, fabric construction technique, fabric finishes, and surface ornamentation.

(b) Operational Division in Fashion Retail Organisations deals with maintenance of facilities, stores and merchandise protection, personnel, customer service, and receiving and marking of merchandise.

Question 22.
Sujata is facing many problems with her newly purchased refrigerator. The company is not paying attention to her complaints and hence she decides to approach a consumer forum. Which consumer right has she exercised in this case?
Or
Vidya purchased a new electric kettle. She received an electric shock due to its manufacturing defect. Which consumer right of Vidya has been infringed in this case? [2].
Answer:
In the given case Sujata has exercised her Right to be Heard. This right means that consumers’ interests will receive due consideration at appropriate consumer forums. It also includes the right to be represented in various forums which help to ensure consumer welfare. To enable consumers to exercise this right, both the state and voluntary agencies are expected to set up such forums.

In the given case, Vidya’s Right to safety has been infringed. This is the right that refers to the right to be protected against hazardous effects that may be caused to the health or life of consumers. This right specifies that the consumer has the right to be protected against products, production processes, and services that are hazardous to health or life

Question 23.
Write a note on the semi-automatic washing machine. [2]
Answer:
A semi-automatic washing machine contains two tubs-one for washing and the other. for drying. Water can be manually poured to the desired level based on the clothes to be washed. This type of machine consumes less water as compared to a fully automatic model. It also requires less time for a washing cycle.

Question 24.
Discuss how SEWA can make use of Information and Communication Technology in its program.
Or
Explain how Print media is still an important tool for information in rural areas. [2]
Answer:
SEWA can include Information and Communication Technology in its work to make the initiative more effective. SEWA’s aim is to make ICT a tool for empowering its grassroots members. Nowadays, it works on programs that develop women’s abilities in the use of computers, radio, television, video, mobile phones, etc. For this, Community Learning Centers (CLCs) have been set up in rural areas and they emphasize IT training to build the capacity of members including areas like electrical, mechanical, and IT engineering.

Print media is still an important medium for passing information in rural areas. Newspapers in regional languages help in imparting knowledge to people. News on topics such as agriculture, and dairy is of immense use to people especially those who are undertaking this occupation in rural areas. There are few newspapers and periodicals which cover the facts related to local themes and operate in rural areas

Question 25.
Netra is a Development Journalism student. How can she make the best use of the internet in her course? [2].
Answer:
Netra can make the use of internet in her career in many ways. The internet has enabled journalists to reach out to their audience 24 hours a day. Journalists use the internet to update information constantly. Journalists have also broadened their reach due to their adoption of the internet. Information that journalists relay via the television or radio is thereafter redistributed.

Question 26.
(a) Discuss the concepts of Career and Livelihood. [2+1=3].
(b) Write a note on the perspective of work as a career.
Answer:
(a) Career is a life management concept that is unique to each person and is dynamic, unfolding throughout life. It is a lifelong process that involves managing roles, maintaining a balance between paid and unpaid work, learning personal life roles, and making transitions whenever or wherever needed to move towards personally determined goals. Livelihood is defined as a means and occupation by which a person supports oneself to meet basic needs and sustain one’s lifestyle. It also involves the choice of occupation, career path, and the design of the work lifestyle.

(b) Work as a career is a very positive and career-oriented perspective. Linder this perspective, the person views his work as a path to escalate professionally in terms of higher posts or positions, status, pay, and responsibility. It basically refers to the progression of someone’s professional life. A considerable amount of time and energy is dedicated to the work by a career-oriented person. Such a person is satisfied due to the continuous advancements and achievements attained by him.

Question 27.
(a) Write a note on chemical hazards in food. [1+2=3].
(b) How does the dietitian restore good nutrition in an individual through therapeutic diets?
Answer:
(a) Chemical hazards are chemical or deleterious substances that can be added either intentionally or unintentionally. For example, pesticides, chemical residues, toxic metals, polychlorinated biphenyls, preservatives, food colors, and other additives.

(b) Dietitian can maintain or restore good nutrition in the individual through normal and therapeutic diets. This is done by the medical nutrition therapist/dietitian taking into account the food pattern and frequency of intake of different types of food, diagnosis of disease and prescription given by the doctor, the health status and physical condition including the ability to eat, chew, swallow, digest and absorb the food eaten, feeling of hunger, physical activity, and lifestyle, dietary and other supplements consumed, cultural/ethnic practices and religious beliefs.

Question 28.
Write a note on the functions of the automatic washing machine.
Or Discuss the drying equipment process in the driers [3].
Answer:
A fully-automatic washing machine has a single-time setting of controls for each use. There should be permanent electricity and a constant water supply. Flere, the clothes are dried up before the end of the wash cycle.

The following functions are performed by an automatic washing machine
(i) Filling of water.
(ii) Controlling water level either automatically or manually in the washing machine.
(iii) Regulation of temperature of the water.
(iv) Washing to keep the fabric in the movement to get rid of all the dirt.

Or
Drying in the open is the most common method of drying clothes. Driers, however, are used at the commercial and institutional levels. There are mainly two types of circulation systems in driers, which are as follows

(i) Air of relatively low temperature is circulated at high velocity. Room air enters the drier from under the front panel. It passes over the source of heat and then passes through the clothes and leaves through an exhaust. In this way, the humidity and the temperature of the room stay normal.

(ii) Air of high temperature is circulated slowly. After the air enters the drier and passes over the heat source, it is drawn by a small fan through perforations at the top of the drier. Then it goes down through the clothes and out through the exhaust. Since the movement of the air in this drier is slow, the relative humidity of the exhausted air is high.

Question 29.
Write a note on the following [3].
(a) Consumer’s Right to Choose
(b) Consumer’s Right to be Informed
(c) Consumer’s Right to Seek Redressal
Answer:
(a) Consumer’s Right to Choose implies that every consumer has the right to have access to products of varying quality and quantities, prices, sizes,s and designs, at competitive prices and to choose according to their needs and wants. It also includes the right to basic goods and sen/ice. This is because the unrestricted right of the minority to choose can mean a denial for the majority of its fair share. This right can be better exercised in a competitive market where a variety of goods are available at competitive prices.

(b) Right to be Informed means the right to be informed about the quality, quantity, potency, purity, standard, and price of goods and services. This right protects consumers against unfair trade practices. They should know their rights and must exercise them. Only then real consumer protection can be achieved with success.

(c) Right to Seek Redressal is provided by Consumer Protection Act, against unfair trade practices or unscrupulous exploitation of every consumer. It includes the right to fair settlement of genuine grievances. It also involves the right to receive compensation for faulty goods and services. For this, Consumer disputes redressal agencies (popularly known as Consumer Forums or Consumer Courts) are set up under the Act at District, State, and National levels to provide simple and inexpensive quick redressal against consumer complaints.

Section C (26 Marks)

Question 30.
Swati is a food quality and food safety student. She is studying various aspects of food quality and food safety. In this context
(a) Write a note on Food standards.
(b) What is the aim of establishing FSSAI?
(c) Role of BIS in food quality and food safety.[2+1+1=4]
Or
Trisha is learning about the development of Food processing and technology. She ponders over the following question [1+1+2=4].
(a) What was the use of Food technology during the earlier periods?
(b) How did seasonal food gain popularity through Food processing and technology?
(c) Importance of Food technology in day-to-day life.
Answer:
a) Food standards are a set of criteria that a food must meet if it is to be suitable for human consumption such as source, composition, appearance, freshness, permissible additives, etc. Fleece, effective food standards, and control systems are essential to integrate quality into every aspect of food production and service, to ensure the supply of hygienic, wholesome food as well as to facilitate trade within and between nations. Food standards protect consumers from being cheated and also provide information about making food choices.

(b) The main aim of establishing FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) is to consolidate the laws relating to food. The FSSAI was established for laying down science-based standards for food and to regulate their manufacture, storage, distribution, sale, and import, to ensure the availability of safe and wholesome food for human consumption.

(c) The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) deals with the standardization of various consumed goods including food products and runs a voluntary certification scheme known as the ISI mark for processed foods. BIS is the National Standard Body of India for the harmonious development of the activities of standardization, marking, and quality certification of goods.

(a) Food technology in the initial years was used to serve military needs. But later in the 20th century, due to World Wars, exploration of space and the rising demand for different varieties of products from consumers led to the growth of food technology. For example, products like instant soups and ready-to-cook meals were developed to fulfill the needs of working women.

(b) Demand for seasonal foods increased due to Food processing and technology. Further developments in this industry focused on nutritional concerns. Due to changes in food preferences and choices, people started incorporating food items into diets from different regions and countries.

(c) Food technology is important in day-to-day life because it provides a vast variety of safe and convenient food items to consumers. This field is expanding and developing in developing countries. This field has been helpful in improving food security and it has opened up access to employment at all levels.

It helps in making the shelf life of food products last longer, Food technology also makes it possible for a food product to keep its nutrition well even though it has been processed in a such way. Another benefit of the application of Food technology is making bacteria or other diseases that probably exist in food materials destroyed.

Question 31.
Write a note on recognizing color in Fabric and apparel. [4].
Answer:
Recognizing color is a day-to-day phenomenon in our life. Everything in our surroundings possesses a particular color. A person with normal eyesight is able to distinguish between values and intensities of different hues and give them names, for example, brick red; blood red, tomato red, ruby red, carrot red, etc. Colour names are derived from natural sources such as flowers, trees, woods, food, fruits, vegetables, spices, birds, animals, furs, stones and metals, minerals Earth, pigments, and paints among many others.

In each group, we can see reds and pinks, yellows and oranges, purples and violet, blues, greens, browns, and greys. At present in the international trade of textile products, a unique system of numbers along with names has been devised. For example, the Pantone Shade Card shows all possible hues, tints, and shades in varying intensities. Each has been given a code number, which is recognized internationally. This helps in fashion forecasting and when orders for products are given in foreign lands.

Question 32.
Surekha has opened a creche in her home. Her role as a caregiver is important for small children. Explain the reasons why children at the age of three years need special care as well as the role of preschool in enhancing children’s growth and development. [4].
Answer:
A child from the age of three years needs special care. A child’s activities and experiences begin to increase when he/she reaches around three years of age. So, giving the child proper stimulus at that time is of utmost importance. These early years are essential for a child to learn new things, explore the environment and discover the world around him or her. At this age, a child becomes capable of actively engaging himself/herself with the environment.

Through their interaction with the people and materials around them, children of this age gather all the information. Under ECCE, such a supportive and congenial atmosphere is created where a child feels free to express his/her capabilities. Proper emotional nourishment is provided which leads to their emotional stability and they develop the ability to adapt themselves to different situations and circumstances hence the element of instability is reduced to the least possible level.

Role of a preschool in the development of the child are as follows

It helps to enhance a child’s exposure to new environments and other adults
It prepares them for proper schooling.
It aims to create a good learning environment and assist in a child’s growth outside of their home.

Question 33.
Raman is doing a Hospitality course at a reputed institute. He learned about various establishments that offer hospitality services. Discuss few such
establishments.
Or
Romil is specializing in the consumer education field. Discuss the importance of consumer education for consumers. [4].
Answer:
There are various establishments that offer hospitality services, for example, hotels, motels, lodges, resorts, furnished apartments, etc. Some of them are discussed below

A hotel is an establishment providing accommodation, meals, and other services for travelers and tourists.
A motel is an establishment that provides services like hotel and parking and in which the rooms are usually accessible from an outdoor parking area.
A lodge offers rented accommodation, especially for sleeping, and may not offer food and other services.
A resort is known for its leisure attraction. It offers a broad range of amenities, sports facilities, and leisure activities for ensuring a total vacation experience.
Furnished apartments provide all essential amenities needed by the guests.
Furnished camps provide hospitality to people who go hiking, undertake adventure sports, etc.

The importance of consumer education for consumers are as follows

The number of products being manufactured and sold is steadily increasing in both urban and rural markets. Consumers are now aware that manufacturers are responsible for supplying good quality products and if there is a problem, consumers have the right to redressal.
Manufacturers can no longer take consumers or customers for granted.
an increasing number of consumers and volume of consumption of goods and services have made the manufacturers, suppliers, or service providers realize that it is important to respect and satisfy the ‘consumer’ because consumer opinion determines the reputation of the company and its profits.
In order to ensure their welfare, consumers have to emerge as a progressive force. They have to understand the economic system and interrelationships of individuals with each other, with business, and with the government.

It is necessary for today’s consumer to be careful, alert, and well-informed. Thus, consumer education and protection have become important.

Question 34.
Explain in detail nutrient-based or medicinal approaches and mention programs run in our country to tackle nutritional problems. [5]
Or
Explain in detail HACCR
Answer:
Nutrient-based or medicinal approach nutrient supplements are given to vulnerable groups i.e., those who are at risk of deficiency and those who have a deficiency. It is a short-term strategy particularly used for Vitamin A, iron, and folic acid in India. Supplementation programs are often expensive and there may be problems with coverage. Key target groups are different for various nutrients.

There are many programs in our country to tackle nutritional problems. Some of these are as follows

ICDS is an outreach program for early childhood care and development, covering pregnant and nursing mothers and infants and young children up to 6 years.
Nutrient Deficiency Control Programmes include the National Prophylaxis Programme for Prevention of Blindness due to Vitamin A deficiency, the National Nutritional Anemia Prophylaxis program, National Iodine Deficiency Disorder Control Programme.
Food Supplementation Programmes include Mid-Day Meal Programme.
Food Security Programmes include Public Distribution System, Antodaya Anna Yojana, Annapurna Scheme, and National Food for Work Programme.
Self-employment and wage employment schemes.

Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) is a management system in which food safety is addressed through the analysis and control of biological, chemical, and physical hazards from raw material production, procurement, and handling, to manufacturing, distribution, and consumption of the finished product. It is just a means of providing assurance about food safety. It is an approach to food manufacture and storage in which raw materials and each individual step in a specific process are considered in a detailed way and evaluated for their potential to contribute to the development of pathogenic microorganisms or other food hazards. Reasons to implement HACCP are

It is a preventive approach to ensure food safety.
It enables to detection of hazards at any stage of processing or manufacturing in order to maintain good quality end products by taking up appropriate action at the stage where the problem arises.
It enables producers, processors, distributors, and exporters to utilize resources efficiently and in a cost-effective manner to assuring food safety.
FSSA, 2006 also gave primary responsibility for safe food to producers and suppliers through HACCP, GMP, and GHP. This is essential for consumer protection and the international food trade.
It assures consistently good quality products.

Question 35.
Jignesh is doing a course in Fashion designing and merchandising. [2+2+1=5].
(a) Mention any three abilities required in this field.
(b) Importance of Fashion designing and Fashion merchandising.
(c) Role of Fashion Merchandising in the Fashion industry.
Answer:
(a) Abilities required in doing a course in Fashion designing and merchandising are

Forecasting Ability The ability to forecast fashion trends is an essential part of this career. This requires a thorough knowledge of past future trends, current future trends, and an awareness of how the marketing of an item contributes to these fashion trends.
Analytical Ability Fashion merchandisers and marketers must analyze the economy as a whole, that of their companies, and how a particular style will fit into and affect a consumer’s budget.
Communication Ability An individual must possess excellent communication skills. Through strong communication skills, fashion designers or merchandisers will be able to negotiate prices with manufacturers and they can also sell their fashion to the people.

(b) Fashion design and merchandising industry are important for thriving in the business world. It will help an individual to understand how the fashion business works. It consists of all the processes involved with producing the raw material, apparel, and accessories and the retail stores that sell fashion merchandise to the public. This industry is a part of the fashion business, where one can learn about textiles and the fibers used to make them.

(c) Fashion merchandising equips an individual to first respond to what, why, and when a style becomes a fashion. Then, it helps to determine its suitability for the particular retail operation and the time it will take. Thus, in simple words, it incorporates, planning, buying, and selling.