CBSE Class X Board Exam: ‘The paper was well-balanced; neither too difficult nor too easy’

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) class X exam for Hindi was held on February 28, 2025. The exams for this class started on February 15 and will conclude on March 18, 2025. The CBSE has announced its 2025 date sheet, designed with a focus on student convenience and effective preparation. To facilitate this, adequate preparation gaps have been provided between exams for subjects that are commonly chosen by students in class X.

The Class X Hindi paper (Code 002) lasted for three hours, with a maximum score of 80. This question paper was divided into four sections – A, B, C, and D. 

Section A: Included 2 questions, with a total of 10 marks. Students had to follow the instructions given. 

Section B: Included 4 questions, with a total of 20 marks. Students were required to adhere to the instructions. 

Section C: Included 5 questions, with a total of 20 marks. Students had to follow the instructions carefully. 

Section D: Included 4 questions, with a total of 30 marks. Each question had options, and students were required to answer according to the instructions. 

Ms Ruby Bhatnagar, HoD, Hindi, Apeejay School, Noida, this year’s Class X Hindi Board exam paper, like in the previous years, was designed keeping in mind all types of students. The standard of the question paper was very good, ensuring a fair assessment for everyone.

“In terms of difficulty level, the paper was well-balanced. It was neither too tough nor too easy, making it manageable for students. The questions were structured as per the students’ level, allowing them to attempt the paper with confidence,” the educator said.

Sharing the students’ feedback, she said, most of them were quite satisfied. “They found the paper comfortable to attempt, as there was nothing beyond their preparation. The familiarity with the question pattern helped them navigate through the sections smoothly. When it comes to the grammar portion, all four prescribed topics — padbandh, vaakya sanrachna, samaas, and muhavre — were given due weightage. This year, the grammar section had to be attempted in a subjective format, which, in my opinion, is beneficial for students as it enhances their understanding and application of concepts,” Ms Bhatnagar shared.

The question paper did not come as a surprise. It was well-structured, expected, and aligned with the syllabus. There were no unexpected elements that could have unsettled students.

“Scoring good marks is quite achievable. The MCQ section allowed students to secure full marks, and for the descriptive part, those who wrote their answers carefully could easily score well. Since everything was within the syllabus, students had a fair chance to perform to the best of their abilities,” she said.