CBSE Class 9 Sample Paper 2026 for Apparel

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CBSE | DEPARTMENT OF SKILL EDUCATION
APPAREL (SUBJECT CODE - 414)
Blue-print for Sample Question Paper for Class IX (Session 2025-2026)
Max. Time: 2 Hours Max. Marks: 50

PART A - EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS (10 MARKS):

OBJECTIVE TYPE SHORT ANSWER
UNIT QUESTIONS TYPE QUESTIONS TOTAL
NAME OF THE UNIT
NO. QUESTIONS
1 MARK EACH 2 MARKS EACH

1 Communication Skills - I 1 1 2
2 Self-Management Skills – I 2 1 3
3 ICT Skills – I 1 1 2
4 Entrepreneurial Skills – I 1 1 2
5 Green Skills – I 1 1 2
TOTAL QUESTIONS 6 5 11
NO. OF QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED Any 4 Any 3 07
TOTAL MARKS 1x4=4 2x3=6 10 MARKS

PART B - SUBJECT SPECIFIC SKILLS (40 MARKS):

OBJECTIVE SHORT DESCRIPTIVE/
TYPE ANSWER TYPE LONG ANS. TYPE
UNIT TOTAL
NAME OF THE UNIT QUESTIONS QUESTIONS QUESTIONS
NO. QUESTIONS
1 MARK EACH 2 MARKS EACH 4 MARKS EACH
Basics of hand
1 3 2 1 6
Embroidery
Tools, Material and
2 Stitches for Hand 6 1 1 8
Embroidery
Embroidery Defects
3 5 1 1 7
and Finishing
Organizational Rules
4 and Personal 5 1 1 7
Hygiene
Safety Maintenance
5 and organizational 5 1 1 7
Hazards

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TOTAL QUESTIONS 24 6 5 35
NO. OF QUESTIONS
Any 20 Any 4 Any 3 27
TO BE ANSWERED
TOTAL MARKS 1 x 20 = 20 2x4=8 4 x 3 = 12 40 MARKS

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CBSE | DEPARTMENT OF SKILL EDUCATION
APPAREL (SUBJECT CODE - 414)

Sample Question Paper for Class IX (Session 2025-2026)
Max. Time: 2 Hours Max. Marks: 50

General Instructions:
1. Please read the instructions carefully.
2. This Question Paper consists of 21 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 (5 + 16 =) 21 questions, a candidate has to answer (5 + 10 =) 15 questions in
the allotted (maximum) time of 2 hours.
5. All questions of a particular section must be attempted in the correct order.
6. SECTION A - OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS (24 MARKS)
i. This section has 05 questions.
ii. Marks allotted are mentioned against each question/part.
iii. There is no negative marking.
iv. Do as per the instructions given.
7. SECTION B – SUBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS (26 MARKS)
i. This section has 16 questions.
ii. A candidate has to do 10 questions.
iii. Do as per the instructions given.
iv. Marks allotted are mentioned against each question/part.

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SECTION A: OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS

Q. 1 Answer any 4 out of the given 6 questions on Employability Skills (1 x 4 = 4 marks)
i. Which is the most effective and commonly used way of communicating? 1
ii. _________ is the ability to identify and name one’s own emotion. 1
iii. Name any two stress management techniques. 1
iv. Which panel allows you to change the setting of the computer? 1
v. The money used to start a business is called _________ 1
(a) Capacity (b) Claim (c) Capital (d) Cash
vi. How many sustainable development Goals are given by the united Nations? 1
(a) 18 (b) 17 (c) 15 (d) 20

Q. 2 Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)
i. Give two non-Thread materials used in embroidery. 1
ii. __________ is a small tool to open or unsew the stitches in case of faulty 1
stitches.
iii. What tool is used to hold and stretch fabric while embroidering? 1
iv. Which defects is visible when background fabric gaps show through 1
embroidery?
v. Which ministry directs the formulation of textile policies in India? 1
vi. Give one example of a physical Hazards. 1

Q. 3 Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)
i. How do you transfer a design using carbon paper? 1
ii. The appearance and durability of the yarn is affected by which factor? 1
iii. What should be trimmed off the embroidered article before finishing? 1
iv. What occurs when threads gather at corners, making them appear untidy? 1
v. Name one food item that can cause bad breath. 1
vi. Name one device that helps make the embroidery work place dust-free. 1

Q. 4 Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)
i. Which thread type has multiple shades in one strand? 1
ii. What scissors are used to cut fine threads close to the embroidery? 1
iii. Name one factor that directly affects the costing of embroidery. 1
iv. What is the major reason for body odour? 1
v. What do attendance policies help employers track? 1
vi. What does ‘Psycho-Social Hazards’ refer to? 1

Q. 5 Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)
i. What is design? 1
ii. What is the basic stitch used to start learning the hand embroidery? 1
iii. What is costing of embroidered products? 1
iv. How can untidy hair affect appearance? 1
v. What are the two types of maintenance mentioned? 1
vi. Why should tools to be kept at their designated place immediately after use? 1

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SECTION B: SUBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS

Answer any 3 out of the given 5 questions on Employability Skills (2 x 3 = 6 marks)
Answer each question in 20 – 30 words.
Q. 6 What is the use of E-mail communication? 2
Q. 7 What is self-motivation? What are the types of motivation? 2
Q. 8 Name any two methods to protect the data from theft and viruses. 2
Q. 9 Tell about any two qualities of an entrepreneur. 2
Q. 10 Name the importance of green economy. 2

Answer any 4 out of the given 6 questions in 20 – 30 words each (2 x 4 = 8 marks)
Q. 11 What are filling stitches? Name two examples? 2
Q. 12 What is a stencil and how is it used in design transfer? 2
Q. 13 How does the degree of twist in yarn affect its properties? 2
Q. 14 Name two methods to remove stains from embroidered fabric. 2
Q. 15 Mention any two harmful effects of consuming toxicants like alcohol and tobacco. 2
Q. 16 Why should floors in the work place be cleaned regularly? 2

Answer any 3 out of the given 5 questions in 50– 80 words each (4 x 3 = 12 marks)
Q. 17 Define marking and monogram in embroidery. 4
Q. 18 Explain the steps of making a chain stitch. 4
Q. 19 How does completion time affect the costing of embroidery? Give Four points. 4
Q. 20 Explain any four ways of effective communication of HR Policies and procedures to 4
employees.
Q. 21 What role do vacuum cleaners play in dust and dirty removal in embroidery units? 4

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