CBSE Class 12 Sample Paper 2026 for Carnatic Music Melodic Instrument, Percussion, Vocal

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CARNATIC MUSIC - MELODIC INSTRUMENT CODE-032
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CLASS XII (2025-26)

Time allowed: 2 hrs. Maximum Marks: 30

General Instructions

 Section-A
Attempt all Questions (Each Question will carry 1 mark)

 Section-B
Attempt all Questions (Each Question will carry 2 Marks)

 Section-C
Attempt any two Questions (Each Question will carry 6 Marks)

S.No SECTION-A Marks

1 Identify the author of Ragavibodha from the following: 1
A. Venkata Makin
B. Tulaja
C. Subbarama Dikshitar
D. Somanatha

2 Who is known as Pada Kavita Pitamaha? 1
A. Annamacharya
B. Swati Tirunal
C. Kshetrajna
D. Mysore Vasudevachar

3 Identify Vakra raga from the following: 1
A. Keeravani
B. Shanmukhapriya
C. Poorvikalyani
D. Todi

4 The concept of Aruti pertains to which of the following? 1
A. Padam
B. Javali
C. Ragam- Tanam- Pallavi
D. Tiruppugazh

5 The concept of chandas is applied in which of the following ? 1
A. Kriti
B. Javali
C. Padam
D. Tiruppugazh

1

6 Choose the correct statement: 1
i. Concept of Notation started in Sangita Sampradaya Pradarshini
ii. Tiruppugazh are composed by Kshetrajna
iii. Kshetrajna composed in Malayalam language
iv. Annamacharya composed in Praise on Lord Venkatesa

Which of the above statements are correct ?
A. i & ii
B. ii & iii
C. iii & iv
D. i & iv
7 Match List I with List II 1

List 1 List II
a. Swara Mela Kalanidhi i. Saveri
b. Dwaram Venkata Swami ii. Veena
Naidu
c. Varjya iii. Rama matya
d. Fretted instrument iv. Violin

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A. a-iii, b-i, c-ii, d-iv
B. a-iii, b-iv, c-ii, d-i
C. a-iii, b-iv, c-i, d-ii
D. a-iv, b-ii, c-iii, d-i
8 Statement I: Swati Tirunal attempted all types of musical forms in his 1
Creation.
Statement II: T.R. Mahalingam was a prominent Nagaswaram player.

Choose the correct options from the following:
A. Statement I & II are both true
B. Statement I & II are both false
C. Statement I is true but II is false
D. Statement I is false but II is true
SECTION-B

9 A. Explain the importance of Sangita Sampradaya Pradashini 2
briefly.
(OR)

B. Write the importance of Tiruppugazh

10 A. Mention the Swarasthanas in Raga - Simhendra madhyamam 2

(OR)

B. Briefly differentiate Janaka and Janya ragas

2

11 A. Define the term “Eduppu” and its varieties. 2

(OR)

B. Define the term “grama” and its varieties.

12 A. Define “Pada Garbham” 2

(OR)

B. What are the components of Manodharma Sangita?

13 A. Briefly explain the musical form- Javali. 2

(OR)
B. Describe Audava Raga with suitable example.

SECTION-C

14 A. Give Raga Lakshna of Bhairavi in brief. 6

(OR)

B. Notate any Kriti in any raga and Tala of your choice.

15 A. Explain classification of musical instruments in general. 6

(OR)

B. “ Pallavi is considered to be the highly illustrated musical form of
Manodharma Sangita. It demands excellence in musical
knowledge and scholarly aptitude towards performance. There
are several Types of Pallavi like simple Nadai Pallavi, Rettai
Pallavi etc.”
After reading the passage, write a creative note on the Pallavi,
regarding its construction, structure etc. in your choice of Raga
and Tala. Also demonstrate the notation in 50-100 words.

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CARNATIC MUSIC - PERCUSSION – Code No. 033
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CLASS XII (2025-26)

Time allowed: 2 hrs. Maximum Marks: 30

General Instructions:

 Section-A
Attempt all Questions (Each Question will carry 1 mark)
 Section-B
Attempt all Questions (Each Question will carry 2 Marks)

 Section-C
Attempt any two Questions (Each Question will carry 6 Marks)

S No. SECTION – A Marks

1. Who is the author of Sangita Ratnakara. 1
A. Matanga
B. Sarangadeva
C. Venkatamakhin
D. Somanatha

2. Who is the Guru of Palani Subramanya Pillai? 1
A. Tanjore Vaidyanatha Iyer.
B. Needamagalam Menakshi Sundram Pillai
C. Pudukkottai Dakshina Murthi Pillai
D. Vilwadri Iyer.

3. What is equivalent to ‘Gamaka’ in Mridangam playing? 1
A. Pharan
B. Konnakkol
C. Tattakaram
D. Ghumuki

4. When a composition starts after the downbeat of the Tala, it is 1
known as :
A. Ateeta
B. Anagata
C. Sama
D. Pratiloma

5. Which of the following rhythmic instruments can be played at a 1
different pitch by adjusting the temper of the tied rope?
A. Tabla
B. Chenda
C. Edakka
D. Gettu vadyam

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6. Choose the correct Statement. 1
I. Mishra Jati Ata Tala has 18 Aksharas.
II. Sankeerna Chapu Tala has 16 Aksharas.
III. Khanta Jati Triputa Tala has 13 Aksharas.
IV. Chaturshra Jati Mathya Tala has 10 Aksharas.

A. I & II
B. II & III
C. III & IV
D. I & IV

7. Match the list I with list II 1

List I List II
I. Mridangam
1. Padam
II. Eduppu
2. Padagarbham
III. Pallavi
3. Samam
4. Varu IV. Dance

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A. 1- II , 2- III, 3- IV, 4- I
B. 1- IV , 2- III, 3- II, 4- I
C. 1- III , 2- I, 3- IV, 4- II
D. 1- II , 2- IV, 3- III, 4- I

8. Statement I: Pratiloma is connected to Pallavi. 1
Statement II: The standard speed advocated for a particular
composition is known as – “Kala Pramana”
Choose the correct option:

A. Statement I & II both are true
B. Statement I & II are false
C. Statement I is false but II is true
D. Statement I is true but II is false

SECTION – B

9. A. Define the Term “Sollukattu” 2
(OR)
B. Describe the term Konnakol

10. A. Briefly explain the term Eduppu with its varieties 2
(OR)
B. Define the term- “Laya” in a sentence or two.

2

11. A. Explain the term “Toppi” 2
(OR)
B. Define the term- “Arudi”

12. A. Write about the musical form- Javali 2
(OR)
B. Describe “Tillana”

13. A. Differentiate between Mohra and Korvai. 2
(OR)
B. Enumerate the percussion instruments described in
Chaturdandi Prakashika.

SECTION-C

14. A. Write the notation of korvai set to Khanta Jati Ata Tala 6
(OR)
B. Write life sketch and contribution of Tanjore Vaidyanatha
Iyer

15. A. Explain the structure and playing technique that is used in 6
Chenda with the help of a diagram in 50-100 words.
(OR)
B. “Percussion Instruments are very rich in diversity, in
classical music and temple music of South India. There are
Several varieties of instruments, different in structure,
playing method etc. The skin used and wood in which it is
constructed are different.”
After reading this passage ,write a brief history of musical
instruments and the classification of the present instruments
used in South India

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CARNATIC MUSIC - VOCAL – Code No. 031
SAMPLE QUESTION PAPER*
CLASS XII (2025-26)

Time allowed: 2Hrs. Maximum Marks: 30

General Instructions:
 Section-A
Attempt all Questions (Each Question will carry 1 mark)
 Section-B
Attempt all Questions (Each Question will carry 2 Marks)
 Section-C
Attempt any two Questions (Each Question will carry 6 Marks)

S.No SECTION-A Marks

1. Who is the author of Brihaddesi? 1
A. Somanatha
B. Matanga
C. Subbarama Dikshitar
D. Ramamatya

2. Who is Garbha Shriman? 1
A. Gopal Krishna Bharati
B. Annamacharya
C. Swati Tirunal
D. Kshetrajna

3. Which of the following musical form is connected to dance concert? 1
A. Geetam
B. Kriti
C. Padam
D. Thiruppugazh

4. Select the Avanadha Vadya from the following:- 1
A. Violin
B. Flute
C. Mridangam
D. Nagaswaram

1

5 Select the the Ghana raga: 1

A. Pantuvarali
B. Keeravani
C. Purvikalyani
D. Goula
6. Identify the correct statement from the following: 1

Purvakalyani is a Bhashanga raga
Padam is a post pallavi presentation
Roopaka Tala is 6 Akshara Kala
Kshetrajna introduced Varnam in Carnatic Music

A. I & II
B. II & III
C. III & IV
D. I & IV

7. Match the items listed in List I with those in List II. 1
List I List II
a. Tiruppugazh I. Kshetrajna
b. Muvagopala II. Prabandham
c. Udgraha III. Gopalkrishna Bharati
d. Nandnar Charitam IV. Aruna Girinathar

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A. a-ii, b-iii, c-i, d-iv
B. a-iv, b-i, c-ii, d-iii
C. a-iii, b-iv, c-i, d-ii
D. a-i, b-ii, c-iii, d-iv
8. Statement 1: Ramanad Srinivasa Iyengar was a prominent composer of Tillana. 1
Statement 2: Sangita Sampradaya Pradarshini is authored by Subbaram Dikshitar.

Choose the correct option:
A. Both statement I and II are true
B. Both statement I and II both are false
C. Statement I is true but II is false
D. Statement I is false but II is true

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SECTION-B

9 A. Write a brief note on Raga Vibodha 2
(OR)
B. Define the term Arudi
10. A. Write the Swara Sthanas of Todi. 2
(OR)
B. Define the term Murchana.
11. A. Briefly explain the Angas and Akshara Kalas of Khanta Ata Tala. 2
(OR)
B. Explain the Nava Vidha Bhakti Keertanas .
12. A. Write a brief note on “Javali”. 2
(OR)
B. Define Tata vadyas with suitable examples.
13. A. Define the term Neraval. 2
(OR)
B. Explain Raga Malika briefly with example.
SECTION-C
14. A. Notate a simple Pallavi set to Khanta Triputa Tala and raga of your choice. 6

(OR)
B. Write the Raga Lakshana of Pantuvarali or Ritigoula.
15. A. Give a brief life sketch and contribution of Annamacharya or Mysore 6
Vasudevachar.
(OR)
B. “Mano dharma Sangita is the creative expression of the artist who performs
music in an extemporaneous way. Here the Music performed will not be
set previously and consists of parts like Alapana, Neravel, Kalapana,
Swara, Virutham etc. According to the Sanchara approved in a raga, the
artist has to develop the raga or illustrate all it's aspects.”
After reading the above passage, write the detailed elaboration (Sanchara)
in a raga of your choice.

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Study Materials
Notes

Model Papers Class 6 Notes

Sample Papers Class 7 Notes
Half Yearly Sample Papers Class 8 Notes

Class 9 Notes
Important Resources
Class 10 Notes
Periodic Table
Class 11 Notes
Writing Skills / Formats

Maps of India / World Class 12 Notes

Books and Solutions

NCERT Books
NCERT Book Solutions
HC Verma Chapter Wise Solutions
RD Sharma Solutions
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