1. Curriculum Aims and Vision
The Mathematics curriculum for the Secondary stage has been redesigned in alignment with NEP 2020 and NCF-SE 2023, focusing on conceptual understanding and logical reasoning. It promotes competency-based education and reduces rote learning.
- Develop logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Communicate mathematical ideas using proper symbols and language.
- Apply mathematics in real-life situations and other fields.
2. Course Structure and Marking Scheme
Total marks: 100 (Theory: 80 Marks, Internal Assessment: 20 Marks)
| Unit No. | Unit Name | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| I | Number Systems | 06 |
| II | Algebra | 20 |
| III | Coordinate Geometry | 06 |
| IV | Geometry | 15 |
| V | Trigonometry | 12 |
| VI | Mensuration | 10 |
| VII | Statistics and Probability | 11 |
| Total Theory | 80 | |
| Internal Assessment | 20 | |
| Grand Total | 100 | |
3. Unit-Wise Syllabus Overview
Unit I: Number Systems
- Real Numbers: Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic and irrational numbers.
Unit II: Algebra
- Polynomials: Zeros and relationships between coefficients.
- Linear Equations: Graphical and algebraic solutions.
- Quadratic Equations: Solutions and discriminant.
- Arithmetic Progressions: nth term and sum formulas.
Unit III: Coordinate Geometry
- Distance formula and section formula.
Unit IV: Geometry
- Triangles: Similarity and theorems.
- Circles: Tangents and properties.
Unit V: Trigonometry
- Trigonometric ratios and identities.
- Heights and distances.
Unit VI: Mensuration
- Areas of circles.
- Surface areas and volumes.
Unit VII: Statistics and Probability
- Mean, median, mode.
- Basic probability concepts.
4. Question Paper Design
Mathematics - Standard (041)
- Remembering & Understanding: 43 Marks
- Applying: 19 Marks
- Higher Order Thinking: 18 Marks
Mathematics - Basic (241)
- Remembering & Understanding: 60 Marks
- Applying: 12 Marks
- Higher Order Thinking: 8 Marks
Internal Assessment (20 Marks)
- Pen Paper Test: 10 Marks
- Portfolio: 5 Marks
- Lab Practical: 5 Marks
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