CBSE Class 12 Sample Paper 2026 Solution for Fashion Studies

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CBSE | DEPARTMENT OF SKILL EDUCATION
FASHION STUDIES (SUBJECT CODE-837)
MARKING SCHEME FOR CLASS XII (SESSION 2025-2026)
Max. Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 60
General Instructions:
1. Please read the instructions carefully.
2. This Question Paper consists of 24 questions in two sections – Section A & Section B.
3. Section A has Objective type questions whereas Section B contains Subjective type questions.
4. Out of the given (6 + 18 =) 24 questions, a candidate has to answer (6 + 11 =) 17 questions in the
allotted (maximum) time of 3 hours.
5. All questions of a particular section must be attempted in the correct order.
6. SECTION A - OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS (30 MARKS):
i. This section has 06 questions.
ii. There is no negative marking.
iii. Do as per the instructions given.
iv. Marks allotted are mentioned against each question/part.
7. SECTION B – SUBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS (30 MARKS):
i. This section contains 18 questions.
ii. A candidate has to do 11 questions.
iii. Do as per the instructions given.
iv. Marks allotted are mentioned against each question/part.

SECTION A: OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS
Source Material Unit/
Q. No. QUESTION (NCERT/PSSCIVE/ Chap. Marks
CBSE Study Material) No.
Q. 1 Answer any 4 out of the given 6 questions on Employability Skills (1 x 4 = 4 marks)
i. We listen to obtain information. CBSE 1 1
ii. Positive attitude CBSE 2 1
iii. Narcissistic personality disorder CBSE 2 1
iv. When a single cell is selected, it is CBSE 3 1
called Active cell.
v. Industrial Entrepreneurship CBSE 4 1
vi. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle CBSE 5 1
Q. 2 Answer any 5 out of the given 7 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)
i. Poulaine shoe CBSE 1 1
ii. b. Cotton broadcloth CBSE 1 1
iii. Sir William Perkin CBSE 1 1
iv. b. Nylon CBSE 1 1
v. b. Bhagalpur CBSE 1 1
vi. It serves as a reference point for when CBSE 2 1
the pattern was made.
vii. The size is suffixed with S or T in U.K. CBSE 2 1
that denotes whether it is for short or
tall person.
Q. 3 Answer any 6 out of the given 7 questions (1 x 6 = 6 marks)
i. Nylon, Polyester and Lycra (any two) CBSE 3 1
ii. c. knee caps. CBSE 3 1
iii. India CBSE 3 1
iv. b. 1/2” CBSE 2 1
v. Roll line CBSE 2 1
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vi. b. 1/2 “ CBSE 2 1
vii. Basting stitch CBSE 2 1
Source Material Unit/
Q. No. QUESTION (NCERT/PSSCIVE/ Chap. Marks
CBSE Study Material) No.
Q. 4 Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)
i. Cutting on the prominent line method. CBSE 4 1
ii. a. Levi Strauss CBSE 3 1
iii. The French curve is used for drawing a CBSE 2 1
curve seam lines on the pattern.
iv. c. Lower than the back neckline. CBSE 2 1
v. c. 5 ½ CBSE 2 1
vi. Flat CBSE 2 1
Q. 5 Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)
i. French nationality CBSE 3 1
ii. c. Scallop edge CBSE 3 1
iii. b. Bias tape CBSE 4 1
iv. Velcro tape and snap buttons CBSE 3 1
v. c. Mercerized cotton CBSE 4 1
vi. scottish CBSE 3 1
Q. 6 Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)
i. To give shape, body, and support CBSE 4 1
ii. Mexico CBSE 3 1
iii. To give support and strength to the CBSE 4 1
plackets because it holds the buttons.
iv. Fabric grain is the direction in which CBSE 4 1
the yarns are woven.
v. b. Japanese CBSE 4 1
vi. The fabric rolls towards the right side CBSE 4 1
when stretched crosswise.

SECTION B: SUBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS
Source Material
Unit/
(NCERT/PSSCIVE/
Q. No. QUESTION Chap. Marks
CBSE Study
No.
Material)
Answer any 3 out of the given 5 questions on Employability Skills in 20 – 30 words each (2 x 3 = 6 marks)
Q. 7 Communication is a two-way process through which CBSE 1 2
information or message is exchanged between
individuals using language, symbols, signs or
behaviour.
Q. 8 Stress is a state of feeling upset, annoyed and CBSE 2 2
hopeless.
Some of the ways to manage stress are given below.
• Stay positive and analyse what is going wrong in a
certain situation. Resolving the situation is easy once
understood.
• Maintain an accomplishment sheet and enter even
small achievements.
• Keep your thoughts in present. Pondering over
past issues makes us feel upset and helpless.
• Talk to friends and family for comfort.
• Practice meditation and yoga.

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Q. 9 Green jobs help: CBSE 5 2
• increase the efficiency of energy and raw material.
• reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
• control waste and pollution.
• protect and restore ecosystems.
• support adaptation to the effects of climate
change.
Q. 10 A worksheet is a collection of cells in the form of a CBSE 3 2
grid.
A workbook is a spreadsheet that has one or more
worksheets.
Q. 11 Functions of an entrepreneur - CBSE 4 2
(a) Identifying entrepreneurial opportunity
(b) Turning ideas into action
(c) Feasibility study
(d) Resourcing
(e) Setting up an enterprise (Any two)
Answer any 3 out of the given 5 questions in 20 – 30 words each (2 x 3 = 6 marks)
Q. 12 The measurement required for a neckline (round, U, CBSE 2 2
V, broad -V) is the depth of the neck measured from
the nape of the neck point to the centre front
diagonally.
In case of necklines like square, glass neck, sweet
heart measure in a straight line on the body for the
length and for the width of the neckline at that point
to the centre front is also measured.
Q. 13 Draped Costume- the Egyptian schenti, Greek CBSE 1 2
himation and the Tahitian pareo. (Any two)
Slip-on costume- the Roman paenula, the Medieval
huque and the South American poncho. (Any two)
Q. 14 Dart legs - The two sides of the triangular shape & CBSE 2 2
should be of the same length.
Dart point - The point at which the dart ends.
Dart intake - It is the amount of suppression taken
between the dart legs.
Apex - The highest point on the bust.
Q. 15 1. During the Mughal rule, stitched garments such as CBSE 3 2
salwar kameez, kalidar kurta, pyjama, sharara and
gharara were introduced.
2. The Moghul style is very feminine, elegant and
dignified. The beautiful embroideries done by muslin
karigars such as chikankari, aari, kashidakari etc.
Q. 16 1. For correction of ‘off-grain fabric‘, pull it diagonally CBSE 4 2
at the opposite ends. First in one direction then in
the other, this process is also known as blocking.
2. For knit fabrics simply cut along a crosswise rib. On
striped, plaid, or checked fabric simply cut along a
straight crosswise line.

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Answer any 2 out of the given 3 questions in 30– 50 words each (3 x 2 = 6 marks)
Q. 17 1. A Dress shirt is usually of a light colour, and is CBSE 3 3
designed specifically to be worn with ties and suits.
2. The Oxford buttoned-down shirt is suitable for a
crisp formal look. The Oxford is usually made in solid
colours, typically pastel or mid-tones, in pin stripes
and small checks.
3. The Hawaiian shirt is loose and airy and half
sleeved, made of large foliage prints in bright,
cheerful coloured cotton fabrics.
Q. 18 Fibres are the basic components of textile fabrics. CBSE 4 3
Categories of Fabrics/ fibers -
i. Natural: are further categorized into fabrics that
are obtained from animals and plants.
ii. Manmade: have their beginnings in chemical
solutions that are forced through tiny holes into
chemical bath or air chamber: these harden into long
iii. Blended: are the combinations of two or more
different fabrics.
Q. 19 a. Shoulder length- From shoulder neck intersection CBSE 2 3
to princess line and from princess line to shoulder tip.
b. Sleeve length-From shoulder intersection over the
bent elbow to the wrist.
c. Cap height -Tie a tape around the biceps of arm
close to the armpit. Cap height is from shoulder
intersection to the top of the tape.

Answer any 3 out of the given 5 questions in 50– 80 words each (4 x 3 = 12 marks)
Q. 20 a. Body modification has many examples of which CBSE 1 4
one is the now-abolished practice of Chinese foot
binding. This ancient custom considered as the
ultimate expression of feminine beauty and social
status by a Chinese woman, was to have a tiny ‘lotus’
foot by tying the foot tightly in a way which, in time,
would create a man-made artificial heel. Similarly the
custom of wearing large circular lip plates by the
Kichepo women in Sudan is yet another example of
reshaping of the body. The women would consider
themselves undressed without their lip plates and
would never be seen in public without them. The
Paduang tribe also known as Kayans, have a tradition
of artificially elongating the necks of girls and women
with a series of brass rings.
b. Scarification is an indication of status and tribal
identification in some African cultures. Elaborate
incisions in a delicate pattern are made in certain
parts of a person’s body. The painful incisions must
be endured without any signs of physical distress or
pain. Natural skin irritants are rubbed into the skin

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which, on healing, leave characteristic scars and
raised pattern-like marks on the face and body that
identify the individual as an adult member of the
tribe.
c. Body Tattooing involves a permanent change in
body colour based on the insertion of an indelible
dye in the punctured skin. Tattooing was used by the
Thracians to indicate rank. Tattoos on men serve the
same purpose as war uniforms by making them
identifiable by their own tribe. The Maoris of New
Zealand have elaborate facial tattoos as marks of
distinction and esteem. Some Indian tribes also
tattoo their body. In modern societies tattooing can
be a form of personal adornment or can indicate
ones affinity/allegiance to a group. The Japanese
Yakuza have a tradition of tattooing which has
symbolic meaning. In a western society, tattooing is
commonly seen among sailors, biker groups etc.
Today tattooing is fairly common among the youth
across the world.
d. Body painting which includes face painting has its
roots in sacred ritual. In some Congolese tribes, girls
oil themselves all over and dust on red powered
camwood in order to look more attractive. Noble
ladies of some ancient Chinese dynasties as well as
Japanese ‘geisha’ girls applied very heavy face make-
up with the powder of ground rice and white lead.
Application of rose petal rouge on the cheeks and at
the centre of the lower lip, simulated a tiny-pursued
mouth, which was considered to be very beautiful.
The modern cosmetic industry thrives and flourishes
due to the interest of women for ‘painting’ their
faces.
Q. 21 1. Colour- Colour prediction in women swear is very CBSE 3 4
important. Every season the palette has four
groups—pastel, neutral, bright, and deep colours. It
starts with the overall mood, and it is this that
determines the colours, tones, the texture of the
colour, the accents in the four stories, for example,
whether it will be a vintage washed-out palette for
one season or fresh and soft colours for the next.
Emphasis on metallic and shine impacts significantly
on the colour quality; these elements are very
different in their effect from natural or rustic colours
and textures.
2. Fabric- Fabric is the most crucial element of a
garment and is responsible for 50%-80% of the cost
of the garment. Texture, handle and surface qualities
of a fabric play an important role in achieving the

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total effect of the style. Apart from the natural
fibres—cotton, linen, silk and wool—there is a large
variety of man-made fabrics to choose from.
3. Silhouette- The basic shapes or silhouettes of each
season can change suddenly or evolve slowly.
Different combinations of shapes made by separate
garments worn together lends to the overall shape or
silhouette of the outfit.
Q. 22 STEPS OF CONSTRUCTION CBSE 4 4
1.Place the right side of the placket on the wrong
side of the sleeve opening and start stitching near
the edge leaving a distance of ¼”. As you come in the
centre of the placket, maintain ¼” seam allowance of
placket piece and reduce the allowance of the
garment piece. Take care so that no pleat formation
takes place at this point.
2. Fold the allowance (other side) of the placket and
place it on first stitching line. Then stitch in place
from right side of the sleeve. Take care that stitching
at the back should be same i.e. if it is on top, it
should be maintained on top throughout and if it is in
ditch then maintain it throughout. In good quality
plackets, this seam is on top at the back.
3. From wrong side of the sleeve, stitch both the
upper and under of the placket, 2 to 3 times
diagonally (at 45°) near end. This is known as Bar
Tack.
Q. 23 Waist dart to Centre Front CBSE 2 4
Take one dart bodice block. Slash the new dart
position, close the old dart. Trace the pattern on
separate sheet.

Q. 24 Grain: For a good fit the garment should be cut on CBSE 2 4
graini.e. The right grain of the fabric. An “ongrain’
garment hangs evenly when worn and appears
balanced; if the garment is off grain.
Set: This refers to a smooth fit without undesirable
wrinkles. Wrinkles caused by a poor set cannot be
ironed out, but result from the way the garment fits

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the wearer. Set wrinkles usually occur because the
garment is too large or too small for the wearer and
the garment hangs or sags when worn.
Line: This refers to the alignment of the structural
lines of the garment with the natural lines of the
body. Side seams of the garment should hang like a
plumb line down the centre of the side of the body
i.e. should be perpendicular to the floor.
Balance: When the garment is balanced, it is in
equilibrium. The right and left side of the garment
appear evenly balanced or symmetrical when viewed
from the front, back or side.
Ease: This refers to the amount of „roominess‟ in a
garment. There are two kinds of ease:
∙ Fitting ease ∙ Design ease

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