CBSE Class 10 Question Paper 2026 Solution Multi Skill Foundation Course

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CBSE Class 10 2026
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CBSE Class 10 2026 Question Paper Solution
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Multi Skill Foundation Course

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SUBJECT NAME : Multi Skill Foundation Course (Q.P. CODE /Set No. 416/103)

General Instructions: -
1 You are aware that evaluation is the most important process in the actual and correct
assessment of the candidates. A small mistake in evaluation may lead to serious
problems which may affect the future of the candidates, education system and
teaching profession. To avoid mistakes, it is requested that before starting evaluation,
you must read and understand the spot evaluation guidelines carefully.
“Evaluation policy is a confidential policy as it is related to the confidentiality
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policy/document to anyone, publishing in any magazine and printing in
Newspaper/Website, etc. may invite action under various rules of the Board
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and IPC.”
Evaluation is to be done as per instructions provided in the Marking Scheme. It should
not be done according to one’s own interpretation or any other consideration. Marking
Scheme should be strictly adhered to and religiously followed. However, while
evaluating, answers which are based on latest information or knowledge and/or
are innovative, they may be assessed for their correctness otherwise and due
marks be awarded to them. In Class-X, 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

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4 The Marking scheme carries only suggested value points for the answers.

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These are in the nature of Guidelines only and do not constitute the complete answer.

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marks should be awarded accordingly.
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The Head-Examiner must go through
ensure that evaluation has been carried out as per the
instructions given in the Marking Scheme. If there is any variation, the same should
be zero after deliberation and discussion. The remaining answer books meant for
evaluation shall be given only after ensuring that there is no significant variation in
the marking of individual evaluators.
6 Evaluators will mark ( √ ) wherever answer is correct. For wrong answer CROSS ‘X’
be marked. Evaluators will not put right (✓) while evaluating which gives an
impression that answer is correct and no marks are awarded. This is most common
mistake which evaluators are committing.
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7 If a question has parts, please award marks on the right-hand side for each part.
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written in the left-hand margin and encircled. This may be followed strictly.
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If a question does not have any parts, marks must be awarded in the left-hand margin

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marks should be retained and the other answer scored out with a note “Extra
Question”.
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 __________ (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.

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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 :-
● Leaving answer or part thereof unassessed in an answer book.
● Giving more marks for an answer than assigned to it.
● Wrong totaling of marks awarded on an answer.
● Wrong transfer of marks from the inside pages of the answer book to the title
page.
● Wrong question wise totaling on the title page.
● Wrong totaling of marks of the two columns on the title page.
● Wrong grand total.
● Marks in words and figures not tallying/not same.
● Wrong transfer of marks from the answer book to online award list.
● 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 Any unassessed portion, non-carrying over of marks to the title page, or totaling error
detected by the candidate shall damage the prestige of all the personnel engaged in
the evaluation work as also of the Board. Hence, in order to uphold the prestige of all
concerned, it is again reiterated that the instructions be followed meticulously and
judiciously.
16 The Examiners should acquaint themselves with the guidelines given in the
“Guidelines for Spot Evaluation” before starting the actual evaluation.
17 Every Examiner shall also ensure that all the answers are evaluated, marks carried
over to the title page, correctly totaled and written in figures and words.
18 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.

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MULTI SKILL FOUNDATION COURSE (Subject Code-416)
(PAPER CODE: 103) (M1030416)
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Q.No. EXPECTED OUTCOMES/VALUE POINTS Marks
SECTION – A : OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS
1 (i). (A) Feedback 1
(ii). (D) To promote personal growth and decision making 1
(iii). (C) Worrying about stressors 1
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DC power is widely used in low voltage applications such as charging batteries, 1
automotive applications.
(iv). Voltage 1
(v). Nurseries provide controlled conditions for better germination, healthy seedling growth 1
and protection from pests/diseases.
(vi). (D) Vitamin C 1

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(ii). Processing fodder improves digestibility, nutritional value and feed efficiency in 1
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(v). Mixture of sand, water and cement
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4(i). Ferro cement is used in constructing boats, water tanks, roofs or thin structural elements 1
due to its lightweight and high strength.
(ii). A pump 1
(iii). Biogas is a renewable fuel gas (primarily methane and carbon dioxide) produced by 1
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(ii). Carbon dioxide (CO2)/SO2 1
(iii). By using organic fertilizer 1
(iv). Low 1
(v). Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific 1
time
(vi). Alternating current (AC) 1
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6. Linguistic Barriers : 2
The inability to communicate using a language is known as language barrier to
communication. They are the most common barriers, which cause misunderstandings
and misinterpretations between people.
7. Steps : 2
(1) Understand your emotions – Observe your behaviour
(2) Rationalise – Not to take decision abruptly
(3) Practise – Do meditation and yoga to keep yourself calm

8(a). Sometimes we get mails from companies who are advertising a product or trying to 1
attract customers to their website such mails are called SPAM.
(b). We should never respond to SPAM and delete it on regular basis. 1

9. (i) Every business needs to be unique and special 2
(ii) A person needs lot of money to start a business
(iii) Person having a big business is an entrepreneur
(iv) Entrepreneurs are born not made
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10. (1) Save energy by switching off lights and fans when not in use. 2
(2) Use natural light as much as possible.
(3) Use energy efficient lights (LED bulbs) and appliances.

11. Lines in engineering drawings convey different meanings and represent various 2
features. Thick continuous lines show visible outlines, thin dashed lines indicate hidden
edges, chain lines for center lines and dotted lines for projection. They ensure clear
communication of design details.

12. The least count of a Vernier caliper is calculated as : 2
Least Count = Value of 1 Main Scale Division − Value of 1 Vernier Scale Division
(or) LC = 1mm/Number of divisions on Vernier scale

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Perishable foods : Spoil quickly (days to weeks), e.g., milk, fresh fruits, vegetables,
meat – require refrigeration.
Semi-perishable foods : Last months with proper storage, e.g, potatoes, onions, apples.
Non-perishable/staple foods : store for years, e.g, rice, wheat, dried beans, canned
goods – stable at room temperature, Classification helps in selecting preservation
methods like drying, canning or freezing to extend shelf life and reduce waste.

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Standardize (Shiketsu) : Maintain consistent procedures.
Sustain (Shitsuke) : Build discipline through training. It minimizes accidents, enhances
productivity and promotes a safe, organized environment.

19. Calculate the current flowing in a series circuit with resistors R1 = 2, R2 = 4 and 4
R3 = 1. Voltage applied is 14V.
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Artificial insemination (AI) in cows can be performed using several methods, including
the rectovaginal method, the vagino speculum method and the trans cervical method.
The rectovaginal method is the most common and widely used technique for artificial
insemination in cattle due to its high success rate and efficiency.
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21. Micronutrients are essential for plants because, through required in small quantities,
they act as cofactors in enzymes, support photosynthesis, redox reactions, nitrogen
fixation, protein synthesis, cell wall formation and overall metabolic processes. Their
deficiency causes stunted growth, chlorosis and reduced yield.
The major micronutrients required by plants are : 4
- Iron (Fe)
- Manganese (Mn)
- Zinc (Zn)
- Copper (Cu)
- Boron (B)
- Molybdenum (Mo)
- Chlorine (Cl)
- Nickel (Ni)
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