MARKING SCHEME

HOME SCIENCE (064)

Class XII (2024-2025)

SECTION A (MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS) Marks

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1. (B) Mix of formal and informal interactions 1
2. (B) Food Processing 1
3. (B) Achieving large scale benefits through entrepreneurship for a specific 1
group
4. (D) Food Infection 1
5. (i) (C)Preserved food 1
OR OR
(ii) (A)hydrogenation 1
6. (B)Control of micronutrient deficiencies 1
7. (C) GHP 1
8 (B) Channapatna dolls: Karnataka 1
9. (B) Stunting 1
10. (A) NYKS 1
11. (A) i-4, ii-2, iii-1, iv-3 1
12. (B) i-2, ii-3, iii-4, iv-1 1
13. (A) (i) and (iii) 1
14. (i) (B) (ii) and (iii) 1
OR OR
(ii) (A) (i) and (ii) 1
SECTION B (CASE STUDY -BASED QUESTIONS)
15. (C) Medical foods: Lactose free milk 1
16. (D) i-4, ii-1, iii-2, iv-3 1
17. (D) A is false but R is true. 1
18. (A) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. 1
SECTION C (SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS)
19. Four reasons for youth to enroll in scouts and guides- ½X4=2
1. Develops the character of boys and girls to make them good
citizens by inculcating in them a spirit of loyalty, patriotism
2. Develop a sense of thoughtfulness for others
3. Promotes balanced physical development

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 4. Encourages mental development
5. Inculcates a desire for social service
Any other, Any four
OR OR
Four reasons why are youth considered vulnerable- ½X4=2
1. Peer pressure
2. Unsupportive family/friends
3. Some adolescents may consume alcohol and drugs
4. Health issues
5. Lack of knowledge about sexual and reproductive health
Any other, Any four

20. Four practices by which a hotel can ensure to be Eco Friendly- ½X4=2
1. Using 100% organic cotton bed sheets
2. Chemical-free laundry cycle and using agents which are non-toxic,
water based, hypoallergenic and biodegradable
3. Cards are put in hotel rooms urging the reuse of towels
4. Promoting the saving of natural resources like water, electricity,
detergent used for laundering
5. Use of energy-efficient light bulbs in rooms can help save electricity
Any other, Any four

21. Four factors determine the texture in textile materials- ½X4=2

1. Fibre content
2. Yarn processing and yarn type
3. Fabric construction technique
4. Fabric finishes
5. Surface ornamentation
Any other, Any four
22. Two aspects of care and maintenance of fabrics- 1X2=2
1. Keeping the material free of physical damage and rectifying any
damage that may have occurred during its use.
2. Retaining or refreshing the appearance in terms of removal of stains
and dirt and retaining the textural and visual characteristics.
Any other, Any two

23. Four objectives of diet therapy- ½X4=2

1. formulation of the diet to meet the needs of the patient taking into
consideration her or his food habits
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 2. modification of the existing diets to ameliorate the disease condition
and
to keep it under control
3. correction of nutritional deficiencies; if any
4. prevention of short-term and long-term complications in case of
chronic diseases
5. education and counselling of the patient regarding the need to
adhere to the prescribed diet
Any other, Any four

24. Four services are provided by housekeeping department- ½X4=2

1. Cleaning of public areas and guestrooms
2. Supply, upkeep of laundry and exchange of various linen and uniforms.
3. Internal flower arrangement and maintenance of external landscape or
garden.
4. Coordination and communication with other departments
5. Pest control
Any other, Any four
25. (a) Difference between Respite Care homes and Mobile Medicare units- 1x2=2
Respite Care homes Mobile Medicare units
They are for older persons who live Provide medical care to the older
in old age homes but are seriously ill persons living in rural and isolated
requiring continuous nursing care and backward areas;
and respite.
One difference
OR
(b) Four common problems faced by the elderly population- OR
1. Deteriorating health / Decreased physiological reserves ½X4=2
2. Ageing and weaker defence mechanisms
3. Loneliness
4. Financially dependent on others
5. Lack of family support from own children
6. Inability to care for oneself
Any other, Any two
26. Three ways of creating harmony in shirt and trousers- 1X3=3
1. By texture-Texture and accessories should be in accordance with each
other. For perfect harmony, both shirt and pant should be of same
texture.
Example-Cotton shirt with cotton trousers.

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 2. By shape-By using same lines and shapes in a garment, by matching
prints, angles of lines and colours to maintain the continuity of the
design.
Example- Collar, cuff, pocket and hem should be of the same shape.
3. By colour-Using any colour scheme/harmony.
Example-Colour of both shirt and pant should blend together
according to
any colour scheme.
Any other, Any three
OR OR
Compare formal balance with informal balance- 1X3=3
Formal Balance Informal balance
It is symmetrical balance. It is asymmetrical balance.
Same on each side of a central Not same on either side of a central
vertical line. vertical line.
Tends to get monotonous. Does not get monotonous.
It is less expensive. It can be expensive.
It gives feeling of stability and It is used to correct figure problems.
formality.

Any other, Any three differences

27. (a) PSA- 1+2=3
Public Service Announcement (PSA) is a brief 10–60 second message 1
between programs, generally in the form of jingles.

(b) Four reasons why PSA is an effective programme- ½X4=2

1. Provide information or suggestions for action
2. Advertise of some idea or a message for public good
3. Repeated broadcasts
4. Have catchy slogan(s)
Any other, Any four
28. (a) Two factors that are responsible for the gradual erosion of traditional 1+1+1=3
art- ½X2=1
1. Low sources of income
2. Illiteracy
3. General socio-economic backwardness
4. Slow progress in implementing land reforms
5. Inadequate or inefficient finance
6. Inadequate marketing services

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 Any other, Any two

(b) Reason of need to revive and sustain this traditional art and craft forms- 1
1. For revival and sustaining of the indigenous knowledge
2. For revival of skills which are fast losing ground
Any other, Any one

(c) Two steps taken by the government to sustain and promote the ½X2=1
traditional art and craft-
1. Design innovations
2. Preservation and refinement strategies
3. Use of eco-friendly raw materials
4. Establishment of training facilities
5. Conservation of traditional knowledge
6. Protection of intellectual property rights (IPR)
Any other, Any two

29. Three types of hazards along with an example for each- 1X3=3
TYPES OF HAZARDS EXAMPLE
Physical hazard is any physical Wood, stones, parts of pests,
material not normally found in food. hair etc.
Chemical hazards are chemicals or Pesticides, chemical residues, toxic
deleterious substances which may metals, polychlorinated biphenyls,
be intentionally or un-intentionally preservatives, food colours etc.
added to foods.
Biological hazards are living Visible- Fly, cockroaches etc.
organisms and include Invisible-Bacteria, yeast, virus etc.
microbiological organisms.
Three hazards with an example for each
OR
Three roles of Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC) in enhancing food
safety- OR
1. establishes international standards to protect the health of the 1X3=3
consumers
2. facilitates food and agricultural trade
3. publishes a document which includes Standards, Codes of Practice,
Guidelines etc. to protect consumers and ensure fair practices in food
trade
Any other, Any three

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 SECTION D (LONG ANSWER QUESTIONS)
30. (a) Four factors which can lead to food deterioration or spoilage- 2+2=4
1. Infestation by insects ½X4=2
2. Inappropriate temperatures used for processing and/or storage
3. Excessive exposure to light and other radiations/oxygen/moisture
4. Contaminated by micro-organisms
5. Degradation by naturally present enzymes

Any other, Any four

(b) Four traditional methods by which food is preserved from spoiling after ½X4=2
harvesting or slaughtering-
1. Sun drying
2. Controlled fermentation
3. Salting/Pickling
4. Candying
5. Roasting
6. Smoking
7. Using spices as preservatives
Any other, Any four

31. (a) Two factors which have led to the increase in significance of ECCE in the 1+3=4
contemporary times- ½X2=1
1. Breakdown of the traditional joint family, need for substitute care
2. Increased number of working mothers
3. Early childhood is critical period for development
4. Holistic development of the child to realize his/her potential
Any other, Any two

(b) One contribution of each of the following in the field of ECCE- 1X3=3
(i) Piaget
To provide a stimulating environment to the child, as the child explores the
environment and learns from his/her own experiences.

(ii) Vygotsky
A kind, caring and knowledgeable adult is required for care of children.
(iii) Maria Montessori

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 Establishment of pre-schools for young children based on the principles of
early childhood education as outlined by a well-known educationist Maria
Montessori.
One contribution of each

32. (i) (a)Three processes involved in the washing equipment of a commercial 3+1=4
laundry- 1X3=3
1. Agitation —The agitator has blades which may rotate (movement in
one direction) or oscillate (alternate movement in two directions)
which cause the creation of a current in the tub, forcing water into the
fabric.
2. Pulsation — The movement is caused by a vertical pulsator, which has
very rapid movements vertically.
3. Tumbling — Washing takes place in a horizontally placed cylinder
which is perforated and which revolves in a partially filled tub. With
each revolution
the clothes are carried to the top and then dropped in the wash
water.
Three processes involved in the washing equipment of a commercial
laundry

(b)Washing process used in front loading machines-

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Tumbling

OR OR
(ii) (a) Three primary requirements you must possess for working in hi-tech
laundry- 1X3=3

1. Knowledge of the material

2. Knowledge of the processes involved
3. Knowledge of the chemicals and other reagents used in the process
and their effect on the fabric
4. Working knowledge of the machinery requirements and its
functioning
Any other, Any three
(b) Qualifications required-
1. Short term programme- Laundry Management courses
2. Graduation in Textile Science /Textile Chemistry/ Fabric and Apparel
Any one
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33. (a) Four knowledge and skills required by the Public Health Nutritionists- 2+2=4
1. Nutritional science ½X4=2
2. Nutritional needs throughout the life cycle
3. Nutritional assessment
4. Nutritional care
5. Mass media and communication
Any other, Any four

(b) Four career avenues for Public Health Nutritionists- ½X4=2

1. Community nutritionist in PSM departments of hospitals
2. Nutrition programmes of the government. e.g., ICDS, Food and
Nutrition Board
3. In voluntary organisations (regional, national and international) as
nutritionists
4. As consultants
5. Nutritionists or counselors for schools, industries, etc.
6. Teaching and academics
7. Research
Any other, Any four

34. (i) Target market- 1+4=5

It is defined as category of consumers one is targeting at for selling the 1
product.

Four segments of target market- 1X4=4

1. Demographic Segmentation is on the basis of Population, Age, Sex,
Occupation, Education and Income.
2. Geographic Segmentation is on the basis of cities, states and regions.
Climate of various places may vary and it plays an important role as
choice of merchandise.
3. Psychographic Segmentation is on the basis of lifestyle like social
activities, interests, leisure pursuits, needs and wants
4. Behavioural Segmentation is on the basis of opinion on specific
products or services.
Four segments of target market
OR OR

(ii) Fashion merchandiser- 1

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 is a person who facilitates conversion of inspiration into design and address
the planning, production, promotion and distribution of products in the
fashion industry, to meet the demands of a consumer 1X4=4

Four roles of fashion merchandiser-

1. In manufacturing, a fashion merchandiser makes significant input on
the types of fabrics used to make a piece of clothing.
2. Buying becomes part of fashion merchandising when a merchandiser
buys fashion items to be presented in a store.
3. Promoting the designer’s product to stores that may want to buy large
quantities.
4. Selling-A fashion merchandiser who works with a designer is
responsible for
selling fashion items to stores, which then sell to consumers.
Four roles of fashion merchandiser

35. (a) Law formed to protect consumers- 2+3=5

Consumer Protection Act (CPA) 1+1=2
It was implemented-
1986

(b) Two implications of CPA- ½X6=3

1. It gives the consumer the right to complain to an authority about his/
her grievances and seek speedy redressal.
2. Consumer can claim compensation for any loss or injury suffered on
account of the negligence of the manufacturer.
Any two

Four features of CPA-

1. Simple procedure
2. Speedy redressal
3. Inexpensive redressal
4. It applies to all goods and services
5. Strict penalties for misleading advertisements
Any other, Any four