CBSE Class 12 Question Paper 2026 Solution Painting

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CBSE Class 12 2026
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CBSE Class 12 2026 Question Paper Solution Painting

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Strictly Confidential
(For Internal and Restricted use only)
Senior Secondary School Examination, 2026 (XIIth)
SUBJECT NAME: - PAINTING (Q.P. CODE-71)

General Instructions: -
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serious problems which may affect the future of the candidates, education system
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and teaching profession. To avoid mistakes, it is requested that before starting
evaluation, you must read and understand the spot evaluation guidelines carefully.
3 “Evaluation policy is a confidential policy as it is related to the confidentiality
of the examinations conducted, evaluation done and several other aspects.
Its leakage to public in any manner could lead to derailment of the
examination system and affect the life and future of millions of candidates.
Sharing this policy/document to anyone, publishing in any magazine and
printing in Newspaper/Website, etc. may invite action under various rules of
the Board and IPC.”
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consideration. Marking Scheme should be strictly adhered to and religiously
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their correctness otherwise and due marks be awarded to them. In Class-XII,
while evaluating two competency-based questions, please try to understand
given answer and even if reply is not from marking scheme but correct
competency is enumerated by the candidate, due marks should be awarded.
5 The Marking scheme carries only suggested value points for the answers.
These are in the nature of Guidelines only and do not constitute the complete
answer. The students can have their own expression and if the expression is
correct, the due marks should be awarded accordingly.
6 The Head-Examiner must go through the first five answer books evaluated by each
evaluator on the first day, to ensure that evaluation has been carried out as per the
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Evaluators will mark ( √ ) wherever answer is correct. For wrong answer CROSS ‘X’

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impression that answer is correct and no marks are awarded. This is most
common mistake which evaluators are committing.
8 If a question has parts, please award marks on the right-hand side for each part in
the OSM Portal. Marks awarded for different parts of the question will be totaled up
by the OSM System.
9 If a question does not have any parts, marks must be awarded in the left-hand
margin in the OSM Portal. This may also be followed strictly.

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10 No marks to be deducted for the cumulative effect of an error. It should be penalized
only once.
11 A full scale of marks 30 (example 0 to 80/70/60/50/40/30 marks as given in
Question Paper) has to be used. Please do not hesitate to award full marks if the
answer deserves it.
12 Every examiner has to necessarily do evaluation work for full working hours i.e., 8
hours every day and evaluate 20 answer books per day in main subjects and 25
answer books per day in other subjects (Details are given in Spot Guidelines).This is
in view of the reduced syllabus and number of questions in question paper.
13 Ensure that you do not make the following common types of errors committed by the
Examiner in the past :-
● Answers marked as correct, but marks not awarded. (Ensure that the right tick
mark is correctly and clearly indicated. It should merely be a line. Same is with
the X for incorrect answer.)
● Half or a part of answer marked correct and the rest as wrong, but no marks
awarded.
14 While evaluating the answer books if the answer is found to be totally incorrect, it
should be marked as cross (X) and awarded zero (0) Marks.
15 The Examiners should acquaint themselves with the guidelines given in the
“Guidelines for Spot Evaluation” before starting the actual evaluation.
16 The candidates are entitled to obtain photocopy of the Answer Book on request on
payment of the prescribed processing fee. All Examiners/Additional Head
Examiners/Head Examiners are once again reminded that they must ensure that
evaluation is carried out strictly as per value points for each answer as given in the
Marking Scheme.
17 If a candidate attempts both alternatives/options in a question where only one
option/ alternative is required to be attempted, the Evaluator shall award
marks in both the options. The system will take the higher of two scores and
disregard the other response.
18 In a question having two options/alternatives, if a candidate has attempted
only one, then the evaluator shall mark “NA” (Not attempted) against the
option that has not been attempted by the candidate.

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MARKING SCHEME
Painting (Theory) (History of Indian Art)
(Subject Code-049)
(PAPER CODE : 71) (P71049)
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3. (A) (Kabir and Raidas) 1
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(Answer for these quations is expected in around 100 words)
9. A(i) Artwork – Santhal Family 1/2
Material used – Cement, Concrete and Metal Armature 1/2
9. A(ii) Subject Matter : 1/2
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An iconic large scale structure located in Shanti Niketan. A Santhal man
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carrying their basic belongings. An everyday scene for artist living amidst
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9. B(i) Artwork- Triumph of labour 1/2
Material – Bronze and Cement 1/2
9. B(ii) Subject Matter : 1/2
An Open air large Scale sculpture, Installed at Marina Beach, Chennai in
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1959. It shows four men trying to move a rock, regarding the importance of
contribution of human labour in nation building. 1/2
Message :
It shows 4 unconquerable men wrestling with nature. Portrayed extreme
physical effort of loosening a massive immovable rock by strong muscular
worker showing Dignity of Labour, Teamwork and Unity. It symbolizes
how persistence and will power lead to success, even in the most difficult
tasks.
10. A(i) Artist : Manaku 1/2
Sub School : Basohli 1/2
10. A(ii) Characteristics :
Dominance of Primary and Vibrant colours, raised white paint for imitating 1/2
pearl ornaments, use of beetle wings for emerald jewellery, high horizon
lines. Delicate transparent garments.
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Influence of folk art, stylised treatment of vegetation. Lively Interaction and
Movement, Detailed Natural Background.
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10. B(i) Artist : Nainsukh 1/2
Sub School : Kangra 1/2
10. B(ii) Characteristics :
National / realistic representation of landscape, Use of Nature, Harmonious 1/2
balance between natural elements like trees, flowers, rivers and hills.
Use of decorative colours like Red, Yellow and Blue. Distinct expressions, 1/2
Visual narration, Realistic portrayal of rural life, Richly detailed costumes,
11. A(i) Painting : Bharat meets Rama at Chitrakuta 1/2
Artist : Guman 1/2
11. A(ii) Human values : 1/2
Reform when injustice is done : Bharat was away when Rama was sent to
exile and Dashrath passed away. Filled with remorse, he along with the
three mothers, Sage vasishtha and other courtiers visit Rama to persuade
him to return.
Respect : Rama, Laxman, Sita bow down to the three mothers and two 1/2
sages.
Listen to elders : Obedience to follow the direction of parents.
Love and Devotion for family, Promises are to be kept
Ability to sacrifice your own comforts for others.
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11.B(i) Name : Chand Bibi playing polo 1/2
Sub School : Bijapur / Golconda (NCERT) 1/2
11.B(ii) Explain based on Asthetic parameters : 1/2
Chand Bibi was a great sportsperson. She is shown playing Chaugan, a
popular royal sports of the time, featuring richly decorated horses, delicate
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12. A(i) Artist : Nihal Chand 1/2
Painting : Radha (Bani Thani ) 1/2
12. A(ii) Characteristics : 1/2
The exaggerated facial features, distinctive and salient stylistic feature like
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12. B(i) Artist : Sahabdin 1/2
Painting : Maru Ragini 1/2
12. B(ii) Characteristics : 1/2
Depiction of religious themes, illustrating Hindu mythology, especially
Ramayana and Mahabhartha. Bhakti themes like Raslila and Krishna leela
and folk tales.
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13. A(i) Meaning of flag colours : 1
Saffron is courage and sacrifice.
White is peace and purity.
Green is faith and prosperity.

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13. A(ii) Committed citizen: 1
The national flag is a symbol of our nation’s unity, sovereignty, duty,
responsibility, and pride towards the nation. Its colours and emblem
motivates us to become aware, responsible that are essential for becoming a
committed citizen.
Through this, we are inspired to remain dedicated to our country, perform
our duties sincerely, and contribute to the progress and development of the
nation.
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13. B(i) Name : Rama vanquishing the Pride of the ocean 1
Medium : Oil on Canvas
13. B(ii) Explain : 1
Using dark and light tones, warm and muted tones such as brown, oranges
and yellows.
White is skillfully used to highlight lightning, sea foam and Rama’s attire.
Depicting dramatic action intended to be momentous, and emotional
excessive use of force, anger on sea God, lightning and thunderstorm,
flowing dhoti, realistic drawing, destructive sea waves, aesthetic qualities of
the painting etc.
SECTION – C 6X2=12
Long Answer type questions.
Attempt any two questions from the given options.
Answer for this question is expected in around 200 words.
14. (A) Artist : Nuruddin 2
School : Bikaner
Medium : Tempra / Water Colour
Female figures : 3
(B) Compositional arrangement : 2
Simple composition with minimal and suggestive representation of
architecture and elements of landscape in the upper section, Krishna is
seated on a swing enjoying the company of a Gopi at her dwelling.
Soft undulating mound in the center divides the painting into two sections.
The movement of the narrative from top to bottom is a progression of
activities from indoors to outdoors.
The lower part shows Krishna, Radha and a companion. Radha, stricken
with grief, disappears into the countryside alone under a tree. Guilt - ridden,
Krishna, follows her in vain. Radha’s sakhi comes to Krishna and tells him
of the plight of Radha and asks him to appease her.
(C) Characteristics : 2

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* Reflects monsoon joy, Harmony with Nature and Expresses Shringar
Rasa.
* Two dimensional and linear Beauty,
* Bright and Flat colours.
* Profile face, Ghagra choli, Transparent odhni, etc.
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Compassion and Grief : By highlighting Shiva’s sadness instead of his
power, the painting asks us to feel empathy for those who suffer.
(B) How successful : 2
The triangular composition features symmetrical balance.
Use of elements of arts to create a dramatic, mythological scene :
Employing line for fine details to show expression of grief on losing a
partner. Expressive forms and Shapes to represent the divine figures, with
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elements like a halo to keep the attention on Shiva’s grief on the death of
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brown to create a dramatic and rich visual experience as seen in the tempera
medium.
- Texture through wash techniques created intricate background details.
- Shading , enhances the divine & emotional aspects of the scene
- Space, in a flattened perspective that emphasizes event.
(C) Any 4 artist who contributed in National freedom struggle 2
Abanindarnath Tagore, K Venkatappa, Gaganendranath Tagore,
Shailendranath De, O.C. Ganguli, Purna Ghosh, Amrita Sher Gill, etc.
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(B) Subject matter : 2
Painting Mother Teresa symbolically represents the saint as universal
mother, devoted her life to caring for the poor, sick and destitute. She has
been portrayed through the iconic blue bordered white sari to highlight her
identity. This faceless representation emphasizes her selflessness and the
timeless quality of her humanitarian work.
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(C) Compositional arrangement Aesthetically: 2
Painting portray scenes of care, suffering, sheltering sick individuals,
infants and orphans. The use of soft colors and expressive brushstrokes
highlights artwork aesthetically.
Figure of a sick man resting in her lap evokes a sense of pity and healing,
while her extended palm mimics the abhay mudra, symbolizing divine
reassurance.
Other elements like ochre hues, green leaves, and mosaic-like patterns add
spritual and emotional depth to the work.
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