ADDITIONAL SUBJECTS (Class IX)
(A) MUSIC
Any one of the following can be offered: (Hindustani or Carnatic)
1. Hindustani Music-Vocal
or
2. Hindustani Music Melodic Instruments
or
3. Hindustani Music Percussion Instruments
or
4. Carnatic Music-Vocal
or
or
6. Carnatic Music-Percussion Instruments
(1) HINDUSTANI MUSIC (VOCAL)
(CODE NO. 034)
CLASS IX Marks Periods
Theory 2hours 25 68
Practical 75
THEORY
1. An outline history of Indian Music
2. Definition of the folllowing:
Sangeet, Nada, Swara, Shuddha, Vikrit (Komal, Teevra) Sthana (Mandra, Madhya, Tara),
Aaroha, Avaroha, Raga, Laya, Tala, Sam, Tali, Khali, Matra, Avartana
PRACTICAL 75 202 pds.
1. (a) National Anthem
(b) Four folk or tribal songs
(c) Four devotional songs
(d) Three patriotic songs
(e) Community singing (two songs)
2. Aaroha, Avaroha, Pakad and Drut Khayal in the following Ragas: Yaman, Bhairav, Bhopali with few Tanas.
3. Recitation of the Thekas of Teentala, Kaharwa, Dadra and Jhaptal; keeping tala with hand beats.
4. Eight Tala-Baddha, Alankars set to different Talas.
(II) HINDUSTANI MUSIC (MELODIC INSTRUMENTS)
(Code No. 035)
CLASS IX
Theory 2 hours 25 68
Practical 75
THEORY
1. An outline history of Indian Music
2. Definition of the following:
Sangeet, Nada, Swara, Shuddha, Vikrit (Komal, Teevra) Sthana (Mandra, Madhya, Tara), Aaroha, Avaroha, Raga, Laya, Tala, Sama, Tali, Khali, Matras, Avartana.
PRACTICAL 75 202
1. Proficiency in any one of the following instruments :
(i) Sitar, (ii) Sarod, (iii) Violin, (iv) Dilruba or Esraj (v) Flute (vi) Mandolin, (vii) Guitar.
2. (a) The tune of National Anthem.
(b) Four light Dhuns and four folk dhuns of different regions.
3. Aaroha, Avaroha, Pakad and Drut gat in the following Ragas; Yaman, Bhairav, Bhopali with few Todas.
4. The recitation of Thekas of Teen Taal, Keharwa, Dadra and Jhaptal, taal keeping with hand beats.
(III) HINDUSTANI MUSIC (PERCUSSION-INSTRUMENTS)
(CODE NO. 036)
CLASS IX
Theory 2 hours 25 68
Practical 75
THEORY
1. An outline history of Indian Music
2. Definition of the following:
Sangeet, Nada, Swara, Shuddha, Vikrit (Komal, Teevra) Raga, Laya, Tala, Matra, Vibhag,
Sama, Tali Avartana, Dugun, Tigun, Chaugun.
PRACTICAL 75 202
To acquire efficiency in playing on the opted percussion instrument (Tabla or Pakhawaj) with special reference to accompaniment.
1. Ability to recite with hand beats and to play on the instruments the Theka of Teen Taal, Kaharwa, Dadra, with simple elaborations.
2. Accompaniment with solo performance.
(IV) CARNATIC MUSIC (VOCAL)
(CODE NO. 031)
Theory 2hours 25 68
Practical 75
THEORY
1. Knowledge of the following terms:
Sangita, Naada, Swara, Svarsthana, Arohana, Avarohana, Sruti, Taala, Laya, Alankara, Sthayi, Graha or Eduppu, Dhaatu, Maatu or Degrees of Speed, Suddha Svara, Vikrta, Svara Sangati, Poorvaanga, Uttaranga, Vaadi Samvaadi, Anuvaadi, Vivaadi, Samam, Atita, Anaagata, Anya Svara, Raaga
2. Outlines of Raaga, Lakshanaas of the following:
Maayaamaalavagowla, Sankaraabharanam, Kharaharapriya, Hamsadhvani.
3. Lakshanaas of the following musical forms:
Gitam, Svarajati, Varnam.
4. Basic knowledge of the following Taalas:
Aadi, Roopakam, Chaapu.
5. An outline history of Indian Music, including the biography of Purandaradaasa and Tyaagaraaja.
PRACTICAL 75 202
1. Community Singing:
(a) National Anthem
(b) Five folk or tribal songs of any region indicating time of the year and occasion with which they are related.
2. Voice-culture exercises for Sruti Suddha and Sthana Suddha
3. The following ragas with descriptive details:
Maayaamaalavagowla, Sankaraabharanam, Kharaharapriya, Hamsadhvani
4. Singing of simple Devernaamaas and Tiru Pugazh to the accompaniment of Tambura and Mridangam.
5. Soolaadi Sapta Talas and Chaapu Talas.
Suggested Reference Books:
South Indian Music Publishing Home: Volumes I, II, III & IV by Prof. P. Sambamoorthy.
(V) CARNATIC MUSIC (MELODIC INSTRUMENTS)
(CODE NO. 032)
Theory 2hours 25 68
Practical 75
THEORY
1. Knowledge of the following terms :
Sangita, Naada, Swara, Svarsthana, Arohana, Avarhana, Aavarta, Sruti, Sthayi, Graha or Eduppu,
Dhaatu, Maatum Sama, Kaala or Degrees of Speed, Suddha Svara Vikrta, Svara, Sangati
Poorvaanga, Uttaranga, Vaadi, Samvaadi, Anuvaadi, Vivaadi, Atita, Anaagata, Anya svara.
2. Raaga Lakshanaas Outlines of :
Maayaamaalavogowla, Sankaraabharanam, Kharaharapriya, Hamsadhvani.
3. Lakshanaas of the musical forms geetam, svarajati and Varnam.
4. Taalas : Aadi, Roopakam and Chaapu.
5. An outline history of Indian Music including the biography of Purandaradaasa and Tyaagaraaja.
Marks Periods
PRACTICAL 75 202
1. Any one of the following instruments :
1. Veena 2.Violin 3. Flute 4. Gottuvadyam
2. The candidates for instruments may be allowed to opt for community singing or for instrumental
ensemble based either on the ragas from the syllabus or light and folk melodies.
3. Sapta Tala Alankaras in simple scales.
4. Playing ragas in detail on the instrument as prescribed in Theory.
5. Musical compositions :
Two geetams, one svarajati and one Adi Tala Varnam in two degrees of speed.
(VI) CARNATIC MUSIC (PERCUSSION-INSTRUMENTS)
(CODE NO. 033)
Theory 2hours 25 68
Practical 75
THEORY
1. Knowledge of the following terms:
Sangita, Naada, Swara, Svarasthana, Arohana, Avarohana, Aavarta, Sruti, Sthayi, Graha or Eduppu, Dhaatu, Maatu, Sama, Kaala or Degrees of Speed, Suddha Svara, Vikrta, Svara, Sangati, Poorvaanga, Uttaranga, Vaadi, Samvaadi, Anuvaadi, Vivaadi, Atita, Anaagata, Anya Svara.
2. Raaga Laksanaas Outlines of :
Maayaamaalavagowla, Sankaraabharanam, Kharaharapriya, Hamsadhvani.
3. Lakshanaas of the musical forms geetam, Svarajati and Varnam.
4. Taalas : Aadi, Roopakam and Chaapu.
5. An outline history of Indian Music including the biography of Purandaradaasa and Tyaagaraaja
PRACTICAL 75 202
1. To acquire proficiency in playing on the Mridangam both for Solo and Accompanying purposes.
Also to learn to handle a few other percussion instruments, such as the Ghatam, the Kanjeera
and the Moresing.
1. To participate in community singing
2. Stress to be laid on creating and developing proper sense of rhythm.
3. To recite “Sollukattus” for the different taalas.
(B) PAINTING
(CODE NO. 049)
CLASS IX
One paper 3 hours 100 Marks 270 Periods
(i) Still Life Study 50 190
Study of a group of two or three arranged objects from a fixed point of view in colour. Group may include, vegetables,
foliage and objects of daily use.
(ii) Sketches from Life and Nature in Pencil and Ink. 20 80
(iii) Submission of portfolio consisting of five selected works 30
done during the year.
(C) COMMERCE
Note : Any one of the following three areas can be offered:
I. Elements of Business
Or
II. Elements of Book Keeping and Accountancy
or
III. Typewriting-English or Hindi
(I) ELEMENTS OF BUSINESS
(CODE NO. 154)
Objective : The objective of this paper is to provide elementary knowledge of the different
aspects of business.
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| One Paper 3 hours | 100 Marks | 270 Periods |
| I. Introductory : Meaning and scope of business II. Channels of distribution : Types and functions of wholesaler and retailer IV. Mercantile Agents : Kinds of agents and their functions, V. Warehousing and storekeeping : Meaning, purpose, | 05 20
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(II) ELEMENTS OF BOOK-KEEPING AND ACCOUNTANCY
(CODE NO. 254)
CLASS IX
Objective :The main objective of this paper is to enable the student to understand the
fundamental principles and to develop skills of preparing and maintaining simple accounts books,
and records from given details.
| One Paper 3 hours | 100 Marks | 270 Periods |
| I. Introduction : Need for Book-Keeping, Ojectivies and III. Nature of Accounts and Rules for debit and credit : Classification of accounts, Rules for debit and credit, Preparation of vouchers and supporting documents V. Ledger : Definition and importance; relation between journal and ledger; Meaning of posting, guiding rule for posting transactions, balancing of accounts VI. Recording and posting of cash transactions : Necessity of | 14
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(III) TYPEWRITING-(ENGLISH OR HINDI)
(CODE NO. 354)
Due to speedy industrialisation and rapid means of communication, the use of labour saving devices is on the increase. Typewriting is one of the most commonly used labour saving devices even in remote towns. Its relevance is more pronounced in developing countries, where other sophisticated labour saving devices are not available. CBSE has decided to include the subject “Typewriting-English or Hindi” as an additional (optional) at the Secondary level.
This step has made the Scheme of Studies job oriented and need based.
Objectives
- To help the learner understand the mechanism of the typewriter.
- To enable the learner understand methods of typewriting
- To help the learner know the symbols used in proof-correction.
- To enable the learner acquire the skills of proper display of matter like margin setting, centering and tabulation.
- To help the learner acquire skills of typing and cutting stencils with speed and accuracy.
CLASS IX
Marks Periods
One Theory paper 2 hours 25 68
Knowledge of Key Board
Methods and Principles of Typewriting
Touch system of Typewriting
Knowledge about mechanisation of the Typewriter-Its different parts
Maintenance of Typewriter
One Practical paper 1 hour 75 202
1. Speed Test (15 words per minute)
Marks : 30 Time :10 minutes
(A simple passage of about 150 words in English or 120 words in Hindi. The same passage to
be repeated if finished before time)
2. Accuracy Test
Marks: 45 Time : 40 Minutes
(A simple passage of about 400 words in English or Hindi @ 10 w.p.m.)
(D) HOME SCIENCE
(CODE NO. 064)
CLASS IX
One Theory paper 3 hours 75 marks
One Practical paper 3 hours 25 marks
Theory 75 Marks
Unit I: Concept and Scope of Home Science. 5
Unit II : Family-a unit of society : Type & size of family; reasons for change in family types, effect of size on welfare of its members, role of family members in its smooth functioning. 10
Unit III : Food and its relation to health: Definition of food, health, nutrition, nutrients and balanced diet, functions of food 10
(i) energy giving
(ii) growth and repair
(iii) protection against diseases
(iv) regulation of body functions
(v) psychological satisfaction
(vi) sociological function
(vii) Inter relationship betwen food and health.
Unit IV: Methods of cooking : boiling, steaming, pressure cooking, frying, roasting & baking brief description of each & suitability for foods. 10
Unit V: Functions of a home : protective and social characteristics of functional house-security, light, ventilation, sanitation (brief description of disposal of waste water, garbage and human excreta) & surroundings. 10
Unit VI : Safety in the house : prevention of accidents in the kitchen and bathroom-cuts, falls, burns, electric shock, poisoning,safe use of fuels; first-aid given to cuts, bruises,burns, scalds, poisoning,shocks & bites. 10
UnitVII : Fabrics available in the market : Definition of fibre and yarn; classfication of fibre on the basis of origin and length; yarn making, blends,construction of fabric-weaving (Different types of weaves-plain, twill and stain), felting and knitting; characterstics of fibres-length, durability, absorbancy, heat conductivity resilence and elasticity; effect of heat, moth and mildew, acids and alkalis. 14
Unit VIII : Selection of clothes : factors affecting selection
(i) fabric related factors (characteristics of fibre, fabric construction)
(ii) person related factors-age, occupation occasion, fashion, figure, comfort
(iii) Other factors-climate & cost 6
CLASS IX
Practicals : 20 + 5 (sessional work) 25
1. Observe your own family for -type, size & role of each member. Record the activities of all members on any one typical day of the family.
2. Observe food preparation using different methods and record taste, texture, colour of ready food.
3. Prepare food using different methods of cooking.
4. Study your own house for light ventilation, disposal of waste water and surroundings and record your observations.
5. Study your house for measures of safety against accidents and give suggestions for improvement.
6. Practice giving first aid to cuts, burns, fevers, scalds and bites.
7. Collect samples of fabrics available in the market and present a comparative picture on the basis of cost (optional), durability, appearance and suitability.
8. Identification of fabric-physical appearance and burning test.
(E) INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
(CODE No. 165)
Computer has permeated in every walk of life. CBSE has taken first step towards Information Technology sensitivity. It has included the subject INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY as an additional (optional) at the secondary level. This subject offers scope for computer-added learning. it also facilitates developing a generation of knowledge workers.
Learning Objectives
General :
1. To familiarize with basics of information technology
2. To develop basic skills of using tools for word processing, presentation and database management
3. To appreciate use of IT in various domains.
Specific :
1. Cognitive domain : Knowledge and understanding To develop basic understanding of IT system operations and information accessing tools
2. Psychomotor domain : Skills To develop skills in using tools of word processor, to manage database, to make graphs, to
analyse reports using spreadsheets and to develop web pages.
3. Affective domain : Personality traits To develop habit of teamwork and structured presentation.
CLASS IX
Unitwise Periods/weightage-theory and Practials
Unit Topic Period Marks
Theory Practical Theory Practical
1 IT Basic 08 00 10 00
2 IT Tools 30 60 30 30
Windows (8) (15)
MS-Office
*MS-Word (8) (15)
*MS-Power Point (8) (15)
*MS-Excel (6) (15)
3 IT Application 02 20 00 30
Total 40 80 40 60
One paper Class-IX Time : 2½ hours Marks : 40
THEORY
Unit 1: IT BASICS
Convergence of Technologies:
Computer System:
Characteristics of a computer, Basic applications of a computer, Components of a computer system-
Central processing Unit (CPU), Visual Display Unit (VDU), Keyboard;
Concept of Memory:
Primary and Secondary Memory, RAM and ROM, Units of Memory-Byte, Kilobyte, Megabyte,
Gigabyte, Terabyte Input/Output Devices:
Mouse, Joy Stick, Scanner, Microphone, OCR, MICR, Light pen, Bar code Reader, Digital Camera,
Printer, Speaker, Plotter.
Storage Devices :
Computer languages :
Machine Language, Assembly Language and High level Languages, Role of Assembler and Compiler.
Types of software:
System, utility and Application software with examples
Communication Technology :
Need for networking, LAN, MAN, and WAN
Data Communication Device : Modem,
Intrdouction to Internet.
Content:
Data, Information and multimedia;
UNIT 2 : IT TOOLS
MS-Windows:
Basic concept of an Operating System and its functions.
Introduction of Windows : Using Mouse and moving icons on the screen, My Computer, Recycle
Bin, Task Bar, Start-menu and menu selection, running an application, Setting system date and time;
Windows Explorer to view files, folders and directories, creating and renaming of files and folder,
Opening and Closing of Windows, Minimise, Restore and Maximise forms of windows, Basic
components of a Window: Desktop, Frame, Title Bar, Menu Bar, Status Bar, Scroll Bars (Horizontal
and Vertical), Using right button of the Mouse, Creating Shortcut, Basic Windows Accessories:
Notepad, Paint, Calculator, Wordpad, using Clipboard;
MS-OFFICE
MS Word:
Introduction to a Word Processor, Creating and Saving a document, Editing and Formating a Document;
Text Style (B, I.U.), Font Type Size, changing color, alignment of text; Formating paragraphs with
line or paragraph spacing; adding headers and footers numbering pages, using grammar and spell
check utilities, using subscript and superscript, inserting symbols, Print Preview, printing a document.
Inserting Word Art, Clipart and Pictures, Page Setting, Bullets and Numbering, Borders and Shading,
Format Painter, Find and Replace, Inserting Tables:
Inserting, deleting-rows and columns, merging cells, splitting cells, using autoformat: Mail Merge
MS Power Point :
Introduction to Presentation Graphics, Understanding the concept of Slide Shows, Basic elements of
a slide, Different types of Slide Layouts, Creating and saving a Presentation, Different views of a
slide: Normal view, Slide Sorter view and Slide Show, Editing and Formating a slide: Adding Titles,
Subtitles, Text Background, Watermark ; Headers and Footers, Numbering Slides;
Inserting pictures from files, Animating pictures and Text with Sound Effects, Timing Text box,
Pictures and Slides, Rehearse Timings, ungrouping and Grouping pictures from Clipart.
MS Excel:
Introudction to Spreadsheets, Concept of Worksheets and workbooks, Creating and Saving a
worksheet, Working with a spreadsheet: entering numbers, text, date/time, series using Auto Fill,
Editing and formatting a worksheet including changing colour, size, font, alignment of text, Inserting
or Deleting cells, rows and columns, Formulae-Entering a formula in a cell, using operators (+, -, *.)
( in formulae, Relative referencing, Absolute referencing and mixed referencing, Printing a worksheet.
Use Simple Statistical functions: SUM(), AVERAGE(), MAX(), MIN(), IF(), (without compound
statements); inserting tables in worksheet, Embedding Charts of various types: Line, Pie, Scatter,
Bar and Area in a worksheet.
UNIT 3: IT APPLICATIONS
Students are suggested to work on the following areas using MS-Word, MS-Powerpoint and MSExcel
on topics implementing the tools covered in the course.
Domains :
Documentation:
* Informal letter
* Formal letter
* Report Writing
* Greeting card
* Poster making
Presentation :
* School Magazine
* Environment and Pollution
* Product Advertisement
* Any topic specific from text book (any subject)
Analysis Reporting :
*Cricket Record
*Weather Report
* School/Class Result
NOTE:
Sample documents/ presentations/spreadsheets on the above topics are made available on CBSE
CD-ROM
Teachers are requested to demonstrate some other popular software for word processing, presentation,
and spreadsheet, which support Hindi and/or some other Indian language(s).
[Lead Office is an example of Office suite (word processor with an interface to MS-Office, Lotus
Smartsuite, Pagemaker, Corel Draw etc.) with complete support to Indian language]
CLASS IX
PRACTICALS
Practical Paper Examination Duration Marks Period in year
One 4 Hours 60 80
(A) HANDS ON EXPERIENCE (4 Exercises) 30 Marks
Design of a Practical Question Paper
Instructions on the basis of syllabus, distribution of makrs and conduction of practical examination
have been provided. The examiner is advised to set the question paper according to the prescribed
curriculum and distribution of marks.
I Windows Operating System 6 Marks
II MS Word 8 Marks
III MS Excel 8 Marks
IV MS Powerpoint 8 Marks
I. WINDOWS operating system:*
To test some of the following basic system operations on file/folder(s):
Create
Rename
Copy/Cut/Paste
Delete
Commands related to Notepad/Wordpad/Paint
Using Clipboard
II. MS Word:*
A Paragraph in MS Word incorporating some of the tools given below to be tested during the
examination
Editing and Formating text and paragraph.
Page and Paragraph Setup
Inserting pictures and WordArt
III. MS Power Point:*
A Power Point presentation with 2/3 slides using some of the tools given below to be tested during
the examination:
Editing and formating slides
Inserting pictures and sounds
Animating pictures and text wth sound effects
IV. MS Excel:*
A problem in spreadsheet related to some of the tools given below to be tested during the examination:
Formating cells and data
Functions & Formulae (Relative, absolute and Mixed reference)
Charts
* Printouts of the documents(s) should be attached with the answer sheet
(B) IT Application Report File 20 Marks
Students are supposed to make a IT Application Report File Containing Real life assignments/
presentations using MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Excel on at least 15 topics from the
domain:
At least 5 documents of MS Word
At least 5 presentations of MS Power Point
At least 5 spreadsheets of MS Excel with graphs
(C) VIVA VOCE 10 Marks