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Core Subjects in Higher Secondary Education: A Comprehensive List

Description: This quiz covers the core subjects typically taught in higher secondary education in India. These subjects form the foundation of knowledge and skills that students need for further studies and careers.
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Which of the following is NOT a core subject in higher secondary education in India?

  1. English

  2. Mathematics

  3. Science

  4. Social Studies

  5. Physical Education


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Physical Education is typically not considered a core subject in higher secondary education in India. It is often offered as an elective subject.

Which of the following is a branch of science that deals with the study of living organisms?

  1. Physics

  2. Chemistry

  3. Biology

  4. Geology

  5. Astronomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Biology is the branch of science that deals with the study of living organisms, including their structure, function, growth, evolution, and interactions with each other and their environment.

Which of the following is a branch of mathematics that deals with the study of numbers and their operations?

  1. Algebra

  2. Geometry

  3. Calculus

  4. Trigonometry

  5. Statistics


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Algebra is the branch of mathematics that deals with the study of numbers and their operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, as well as more advanced concepts such as variables, equations, and polynomials.

Which of the following is a branch of social studies that deals with the study of human behavior and society?

  1. History

  2. Geography

  3. Economics

  4. Political Science

  5. Sociology


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Sociology is the branch of social studies that deals with the study of human behavior and society, including the structure and function of social groups, social institutions, and social change.

Which of the following is a branch of English literature that deals with the study of poetry?

  1. Drama

  2. Fiction

  3. Non-Fiction

  4. Poetry

  5. Essay


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Poetry is the branch of English literature that deals with the study of poetry, including its forms, techniques, and themes.

Which of the following is a branch of mathematics that deals with the study of shapes and their properties?

  1. Algebra

  2. Geometry

  3. Calculus

  4. Trigonometry

  5. Statistics


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Geometry is the branch of mathematics that deals with the study of shapes and their properties, including their size, shape, and position.

Which of the following is a branch of science that deals with the study of the Earth's physical features and processes?

  1. Physics

  2. Chemistry

  3. Biology

  4. Geology

  5. Astronomy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Geology is the branch of science that deals with the study of the Earth's physical features and processes, including its structure, composition, and history.

Which of the following is a branch of social studies that deals with the study of the Earth's physical features and processes?

  1. History

  2. Geography

  3. Economics

  4. Political Science

  5. Sociology


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Geography is the branch of social studies that deals with the study of the Earth's physical features and processes, including its climate, landforms, and resources.

Which of the following is a branch of English literature that deals with the study of drama?

  1. Drama

  2. Fiction

  3. Non-Fiction

  4. Poetry

  5. Essay


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Drama is the branch of English literature that deals with the study of drama, including its forms, techniques, and themes.

Which of the following is a branch of mathematics that deals with the study of change?

  1. Algebra

  2. Geometry

  3. Calculus

  4. Trigonometry

  5. Statistics


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Calculus is the branch of mathematics that deals with the study of change, including the rate of change and the accumulation of change.

Which of the following is a branch of science that deals with the study of the universe and its contents?

  1. Physics

  2. Chemistry

  3. Biology

  4. Geology

  5. Astronomy


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Astronomy is the branch of science that deals with the study of the universe and its contents, including stars, planets, galaxies, and other celestial objects.

Which of the following is a branch of social studies that deals with the study of the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services?

  1. History

  2. Geography

  3. Economics

  4. Political Science

  5. Sociology


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Economics is the branch of social studies that deals with the study of the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.

Which of the following is a branch of English literature that deals with the study of non-fiction writing?

  1. Drama

  2. Fiction

  3. Non-Fiction

  4. Poetry

  5. Essay


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Non-Fiction is the branch of English literature that deals with the study of non-fiction writing, including essays, biographies, and memoirs.

Which of the following is a branch of mathematics that deals with the study of the relationship between angles and sides in triangles?

  1. Algebra

  2. Geometry

  3. Calculus

  4. Trigonometry

  5. Statistics


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Trigonometry is the branch of mathematics that deals with the study of the relationship between angles and sides in triangles.

Which of the following is a branch of social studies that deals with the study of the structure and function of government?

  1. History

  2. Geography

  3. Economics

  4. Political Science

  5. Sociology


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Political Science is the branch of social studies that deals with the study of the structure and function of government.

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