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ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
1 
 
 
 
 
HISTORY 
 
Maximum Marks: 80 
Time Allotted: Three Hours 
Reading Time: Additional Fifteen minutes 
 
Instructions to Candidates 
? You are allowed an additional 15 minutes for only reading the question 
paper. 
? You must NOT start writing during reading time. 
? This question paper has 9 printed pages. 
? There are three sections in the paper: A, B and C. Internal choices have 
been provided in two questions each in Sections B and C.  
? Answer all questions.  
? While answering Multiple Choice Questions in Section A, you are 
required to write ONLY one option as the answer. 
? Section A consists of one question each subpart carrying one mark.  
? Section B consists of eight questions each carrying four marks.  
? Section C consists of four questions each carrying eight marks. 
? The intended marks for questions are given in brackets [ ]. 
 
Instruction to Supervising Examiner 
? Kindly read aloud the Instructions given above to all the candidates present 
in the examination hall. 
 
 
 
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ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
1 
 
 
 
 
HISTORY 
 
Maximum Marks: 80 
Time Allotted: Three Hours 
Reading Time: Additional Fifteen minutes 
 
Instructions to Candidates 
? You are allowed an additional 15 minutes for only reading the question 
paper. 
? You must NOT start writing during reading time. 
? This question paper has 9 printed pages. 
? There are three sections in the paper: A, B and C. Internal choices have 
been provided in two questions each in Sections B and C.  
? Answer all questions.  
? While answering Multiple Choice Questions in Section A, you are 
required to write ONLY one option as the answer. 
? Section A consists of one question each subpart carrying one mark.  
? Section B consists of eight questions each carrying four marks.  
? Section C consists of four questions each carrying eight marks. 
? The intended marks for questions are given in brackets [ ]. 
 
Instruction to Supervising Examiner 
? Kindly read aloud the Instructions given above to all the candidates present 
in the examination hall. 
 
 
 
 
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ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
2 
SECTION A – 16 MARKS 
Question 1  
(i) “The mantra is ‘Do or Die’. We shall either free India or die in the attempt; we 
shall not live to see the perpetuation of slavery.”- Mahatma Gandhi. 
[1] 
 Identify the Movement for which the mantra became the battle cry.     (Recall)  
 (a) Non-Cooperation Movement  
 (b) Civil Disobedience Movement  
 (c) Quit India Movement  
 (d) Delhi Chalo Movement  
(ii) Who among the following Prime Ministers prioritised self-reliance and is still 
remembered for the slogan “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan”?                                   (Recall) 
  [1] 
 (a) Jawaharlal Nehru  
 (b) Indira Gandhi  
 (c) Morarji Desai             
 (d) Lal Bahadur Shastri                           
(iii) Which of the following events is considered to be Hitler’s greatest triumph and 
Chamberlain’s supreme act of appeasement?                                    (Evaluate)                           
 [1] 
 (a) The Anschluss  
 (b) The Munich Agreement  
 (c) The Rome-Berlin Axis  
 (d) The Anglo-German Naval Agreement  
(iv) The following is a picture of the famous trio of the Janata government, waiting 
for the swearing-in ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhawan in 1977.  
Which one of the following BEST describes the reason for the Janata 
government’s short-lived tenure?                                                        (Evaluate)                                                           
  [1] 
 
 
(Source: www. timescontent.timesgroup.com) 
 
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ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
1 
 
 
 
 
HISTORY 
 
Maximum Marks: 80 
Time Allotted: Three Hours 
Reading Time: Additional Fifteen minutes 
 
Instructions to Candidates 
? You are allowed an additional 15 minutes for only reading the question 
paper. 
? You must NOT start writing during reading time. 
? This question paper has 9 printed pages. 
? There are three sections in the paper: A, B and C. Internal choices have 
been provided in two questions each in Sections B and C.  
? Answer all questions.  
? While answering Multiple Choice Questions in Section A, you are 
required to write ONLY one option as the answer. 
? Section A consists of one question each subpart carrying one mark.  
? Section B consists of eight questions each carrying four marks.  
? Section C consists of four questions each carrying eight marks. 
? The intended marks for questions are given in brackets [ ]. 
 
Instruction to Supervising Examiner 
? Kindly read aloud the Instructions given above to all the candidates present 
in the examination hall. 
 
 
 
 
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ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
2 
SECTION A – 16 MARKS 
Question 1  
(i) “The mantra is ‘Do or Die’. We shall either free India or die in the attempt; we 
shall not live to see the perpetuation of slavery.”- Mahatma Gandhi. 
[1] 
 Identify the Movement for which the mantra became the battle cry.     (Recall)  
 (a) Non-Cooperation Movement  
 (b) Civil Disobedience Movement  
 (c) Quit India Movement  
 (d) Delhi Chalo Movement  
(ii) Who among the following Prime Ministers prioritised self-reliance and is still 
remembered for the slogan “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan”?                                   (Recall) 
  [1] 
 (a) Jawaharlal Nehru  
 (b) Indira Gandhi  
 (c) Morarji Desai             
 (d) Lal Bahadur Shastri                           
(iii) Which of the following events is considered to be Hitler’s greatest triumph and 
Chamberlain’s supreme act of appeasement?                                    (Evaluate)                           
 [1] 
 (a) The Anschluss  
 (b) The Munich Agreement  
 (c) The Rome-Berlin Axis  
 (d) The Anglo-German Naval Agreement  
(iv) The following is a picture of the famous trio of the Janata government, waiting 
for the swearing-in ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhawan in 1977.  
Which one of the following BEST describes the reason for the Janata 
government’s short-lived tenure?                                                        (Evaluate)                                                           
  [1] 
 
 
(Source: www. timescontent.timesgroup.com) 
 
 
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ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
3 
 (a) Struggle for power and control among the leaders of the Janata 
government 
 
 (b) Disagreements within the Janata government on foreign policy.  
 (c) Ideological differences within the Janata government over economic 
policies.         
 
 (d) Conflicting views on social welfare programmes.  
(v) 
 
(Source: www. x.com)  
 [1] 
 The extract given above is on a report of the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. Which 
of the following principles of the Panchsheel Agreement has been ignored 
during the Israel-Gaza conflict?                                                      (Application)                                                              
 
 (P) Mutual respect for each other’s territorial integrity and sovereignty  
 (Q) Non-aggression  
 (R) Non-interference in each other’s internal affairs  
 (S) Equality and mutual benefit   
  (a) Only (P) and (S)   
  (b) Only (Q) and (R)   
  (c) Only (P) and (Q)  
  (d) Only (R) and (S)  
(vi) Given below are two statements marked Assertion and Reason. Read the 
statements carefully and choose the correct option.                        (Understanding) 
Assertion: On 6
th
 July, 1945 the Americans dropped an atom bomb on 
Hiroshima. 
Reason: On 7
th
 December 1941, the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbour without 
any declaration of war.                                                                                                                                                                                           
 
 (a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation 
for Assertion. 
 
 (b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct 
explanation for Assertion. 
 
 (c) Assertion is true and Reason is false.  
 (d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.  
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ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
1 
 
 
 
 
HISTORY 
 
Maximum Marks: 80 
Time Allotted: Three Hours 
Reading Time: Additional Fifteen minutes 
 
Instructions to Candidates 
? You are allowed an additional 15 minutes for only reading the question 
paper. 
? You must NOT start writing during reading time. 
? This question paper has 9 printed pages. 
? There are three sections in the paper: A, B and C. Internal choices have 
been provided in two questions each in Sections B and C.  
? Answer all questions.  
? While answering Multiple Choice Questions in Section A, you are 
required to write ONLY one option as the answer. 
? Section A consists of one question each subpart carrying one mark.  
? Section B consists of eight questions each carrying four marks.  
? Section C consists of four questions each carrying eight marks. 
? The intended marks for questions are given in brackets [ ]. 
 
Instruction to Supervising Examiner 
? Kindly read aloud the Instructions given above to all the candidates present 
in the examination hall. 
 
 
 
 
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 
ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
2 
SECTION A – 16 MARKS 
Question 1  
(i) “The mantra is ‘Do or Die’. We shall either free India or die in the attempt; we 
shall not live to see the perpetuation of slavery.”- Mahatma Gandhi. 
[1] 
 Identify the Movement for which the mantra became the battle cry.     (Recall)  
 (a) Non-Cooperation Movement  
 (b) Civil Disobedience Movement  
 (c) Quit India Movement  
 (d) Delhi Chalo Movement  
(ii) Who among the following Prime Ministers prioritised self-reliance and is still 
remembered for the slogan “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan”?                                   (Recall) 
  [1] 
 (a) Jawaharlal Nehru  
 (b) Indira Gandhi  
 (c) Morarji Desai             
 (d) Lal Bahadur Shastri                           
(iii) Which of the following events is considered to be Hitler’s greatest triumph and 
Chamberlain’s supreme act of appeasement?                                    (Evaluate)                           
 [1] 
 (a) The Anschluss  
 (b) The Munich Agreement  
 (c) The Rome-Berlin Axis  
 (d) The Anglo-German Naval Agreement  
(iv) The following is a picture of the famous trio of the Janata government, waiting 
for the swearing-in ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhawan in 1977.  
Which one of the following BEST describes the reason for the Janata 
government’s short-lived tenure?                                                        (Evaluate)                                                           
  [1] 
 
 
(Source: www. timescontent.timesgroup.com) 
 
 
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 
ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
3 
 (a) Struggle for power and control among the leaders of the Janata 
government 
 
 (b) Disagreements within the Janata government on foreign policy.  
 (c) Ideological differences within the Janata government over economic 
policies.         
 
 (d) Conflicting views on social welfare programmes.  
(v) 
 
(Source: www. x.com)  
 [1] 
 The extract given above is on a report of the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. Which 
of the following principles of the Panchsheel Agreement has been ignored 
during the Israel-Gaza conflict?                                                      (Application)                                                              
 
 (P) Mutual respect for each other’s territorial integrity and sovereignty  
 (Q) Non-aggression  
 (R) Non-interference in each other’s internal affairs  
 (S) Equality and mutual benefit   
  (a) Only (P) and (S)   
  (b) Only (Q) and (R)   
  (c) Only (P) and (Q)  
  (d) Only (R) and (S)  
(vi) Given below are two statements marked Assertion and Reason. Read the 
statements carefully and choose the correct option.                        (Understanding) 
Assertion: On 6
th
 July, 1945 the Americans dropped an atom bomb on 
Hiroshima. 
Reason: On 7
th
 December 1941, the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbour without 
any declaration of war.                                                                                                                                                                                           
 
 (a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation 
for Assertion. 
 
 (b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct 
explanation for Assertion. 
 
 (c) Assertion is true and Reason is false.  
 (d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.  
 
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ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
4 
(vii) Which of the following initiatives taken by the Indian government has goals 
SIMILAR to the Five-Year Plan initiated in China by Mao Zedong?   
                                                                                                        (Application)        
 
 (a) Make in India initiative to promote manufacturing of products to attract 
foreign direct investment in India. 
 
 (b) Green Revolution initiative to boost agricultural productivity in India 
using modern technologies. 
 
 (c) Digital India initiative to ensure digital access and inclusion to turn India 
into a knowledge-based economy. 
 
 (d) Atal Innovation Mission policy to encourage innovation and 
entrepreneurship among Indian students and start-ups. 
 
(viii) Identify the key difference between the Molotov Plan and the Marshall Plan.                                                                              
(Understanding) 
 
 (a) The Molotov Plan was introduced by the USA while the Marshall Plan 
was introduced by the USSR. 
 
 (b) The Marshall Plan was for the benefit of the East European countries and 
Molotov Plan was for the Western European countries. 
 
 (c) The Molotov Plan was introduced by the USSR and the Marshall Plan 
was introduced by the USA. 
 
 (d) The Molotov Plan was a reaction to the Marshall Plan.  
(ix) The first Lok Sabha election in India was held on the principle of ___________. 
 (Recall) 
 
(x) On 4
th
 April 1959, Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru announced in Parliament 
that the Dalai Lama had crossed into Indian territory and had been granted 
political asylum in India.                                (Source (edited): New York Times) 
State any one impact this event had on the Indo-Sino ties in 1959.        (Recall) 
 [1] 
(xi) Expand AASU.                                                                                        (Recall)  [1] 
(xii) The image given below shows the cover page of the book Total Revolution. 
 
(Source:www.exoticindiaart.com) 
 
 Name the author who spearheaded the Movement referred to on the cover page 
of the book.                                                                                              (Recall)                                  
 
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ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
1 
 
 
 
 
HISTORY 
 
Maximum Marks: 80 
Time Allotted: Three Hours 
Reading Time: Additional Fifteen minutes 
 
Instructions to Candidates 
? You are allowed an additional 15 minutes for only reading the question 
paper. 
? You must NOT start writing during reading time. 
? This question paper has 9 printed pages. 
? There are three sections in the paper: A, B and C. Internal choices have 
been provided in two questions each in Sections B and C.  
? Answer all questions.  
? While answering Multiple Choice Questions in Section A, you are 
required to write ONLY one option as the answer. 
? Section A consists of one question each subpart carrying one mark.  
? Section B consists of eight questions each carrying four marks.  
? Section C consists of four questions each carrying eight marks. 
? The intended marks for questions are given in brackets [ ]. 
 
Instruction to Supervising Examiner 
? Kindly read aloud the Instructions given above to all the candidates present 
in the examination hall. 
 
 
 
 
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 
ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
2 
SECTION A – 16 MARKS 
Question 1  
(i) “The mantra is ‘Do or Die’. We shall either free India or die in the attempt; we 
shall not live to see the perpetuation of slavery.”- Mahatma Gandhi. 
[1] 
 Identify the Movement for which the mantra became the battle cry.     (Recall)  
 (a) Non-Cooperation Movement  
 (b) Civil Disobedience Movement  
 (c) Quit India Movement  
 (d) Delhi Chalo Movement  
(ii) Who among the following Prime Ministers prioritised self-reliance and is still 
remembered for the slogan “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan”?                                   (Recall) 
  [1] 
 (a) Jawaharlal Nehru  
 (b) Indira Gandhi  
 (c) Morarji Desai             
 (d) Lal Bahadur Shastri                           
(iii) Which of the following events is considered to be Hitler’s greatest triumph and 
Chamberlain’s supreme act of appeasement?                                    (Evaluate)                           
 [1] 
 (a) The Anschluss  
 (b) The Munich Agreement  
 (c) The Rome-Berlin Axis  
 (d) The Anglo-German Naval Agreement  
(iv) The following is a picture of the famous trio of the Janata government, waiting 
for the swearing-in ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhawan in 1977.  
Which one of the following BEST describes the reason for the Janata 
government’s short-lived tenure?                                                        (Evaluate)                                                           
  [1] 
 
 
(Source: www. timescontent.timesgroup.com) 
 
 
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 
ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
3 
 (a) Struggle for power and control among the leaders of the Janata 
government 
 
 (b) Disagreements within the Janata government on foreign policy.  
 (c) Ideological differences within the Janata government over economic 
policies.         
 
 (d) Conflicting views on social welfare programmes.  
(v) 
 
(Source: www. x.com)  
 [1] 
 The extract given above is on a report of the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. Which 
of the following principles of the Panchsheel Agreement has been ignored 
during the Israel-Gaza conflict?                                                      (Application)                                                              
 
 (P) Mutual respect for each other’s territorial integrity and sovereignty  
 (Q) Non-aggression  
 (R) Non-interference in each other’s internal affairs  
 (S) Equality and mutual benefit   
  (a) Only (P) and (S)   
  (b) Only (Q) and (R)   
  (c) Only (P) and (Q)  
  (d) Only (R) and (S)  
(vi) Given below are two statements marked Assertion and Reason. Read the 
statements carefully and choose the correct option.                        (Understanding) 
Assertion: On 6
th
 July, 1945 the Americans dropped an atom bomb on 
Hiroshima. 
Reason: On 7
th
 December 1941, the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbour without 
any declaration of war.                                                                                                                                                                                           
 
 (a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation 
for Assertion. 
 
 (b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct 
explanation for Assertion. 
 
 (c) Assertion is true and Reason is false.  
 (d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.  
 
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 
ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
4 
(vii) Which of the following initiatives taken by the Indian government has goals 
SIMILAR to the Five-Year Plan initiated in China by Mao Zedong?   
                                                                                                        (Application)        
 
 (a) Make in India initiative to promote manufacturing of products to attract 
foreign direct investment in India. 
 
 (b) Green Revolution initiative to boost agricultural productivity in India 
using modern technologies. 
 
 (c) Digital India initiative to ensure digital access and inclusion to turn India 
into a knowledge-based economy. 
 
 (d) Atal Innovation Mission policy to encourage innovation and 
entrepreneurship among Indian students and start-ups. 
 
(viii) Identify the key difference between the Molotov Plan and the Marshall Plan.                                                                              
(Understanding) 
 
 (a) The Molotov Plan was introduced by the USA while the Marshall Plan 
was introduced by the USSR. 
 
 (b) The Marshall Plan was for the benefit of the East European countries and 
Molotov Plan was for the Western European countries. 
 
 (c) The Molotov Plan was introduced by the USSR and the Marshall Plan 
was introduced by the USA. 
 
 (d) The Molotov Plan was a reaction to the Marshall Plan.  
(ix) The first Lok Sabha election in India was held on the principle of ___________. 
 (Recall) 
 
(x) On 4
th
 April 1959, Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru announced in Parliament 
that the Dalai Lama had crossed into Indian territory and had been granted 
political asylum in India.                                (Source (edited): New York Times) 
State any one impact this event had on the Indo-Sino ties in 1959.        (Recall) 
 [1] 
(xi) Expand AASU.                                                                                        (Recall)  [1] 
(xii) The image given below shows the cover page of the book Total Revolution. 
 
(Source:www.exoticindiaart.com) 
 
 Name the author who spearheaded the Movement referred to on the cover page 
of the book.                                                                                              (Recall)                                  
 
 
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ISC SPECIMEN QUESTION PAPER 2025 
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(xiii) 
 (Source: www.scribd.com) 
 [1] 
 Refer to the image given above and name the organisation that Kwame Nkrumah 
established.                                                                                              (Recall)  
 
(xiv) 
 
(Source: www.thewrap.com) 
  [1] 
 In the picture shown above, the African President Nelson Mandela can be seen 
shaking hands with ______________whose courage, determination and honest 
efforts had steered South Africa towards the black majority rule.            (Recall)                                                                                                        
 
(xv) In the Little Rock Arkansas crisis, the Governor attempted to prevent nine Black 
American students from entering a high school. The plight of these students 
aroused nationwide indignation and led to the intervention by the federal troops 
sent by President Eisenhower. 
What was the significance of this event during the Civil Rights Movement in the 
U.S.?                                                                                          (Understanding) 
  [1] 
(xvi) Mention any one provision of the Equal Pay Act of 1963 that impacted the status 
of women in America.                                                                                           (Recall) 
  [1] 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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FAQs on ICSE History Sample Paper with Solutions - 2025 - ICSE Humanities Class 12 Sample Papers

1. What are the key themes covered in the ICSE History syllabus for Class 12?
Ans. The ICSE History syllabus for Class 12 covers several key themes, including ancient civilizations, the rise and fall of empires, significant political movements, social reforms, and the impact of colonialism. Students explore the development of various cultures, major historical events, and influential figures who shaped history. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking and the ability to analyze historical sources.
2. How can students effectively prepare for the ICSE History exam?
Ans. Students can prepare effectively for the ICSE History exam by creating a study schedule that allocates time for each topic. They should review textbooks and class notes, use past exam papers for practice, and engage in group discussions to enhance understanding. Additionally, summarizing key points and timelines can help reinforce memory and comprehension.
3. What types of questions can students expect in the ICSE History exam?
Ans. Students can expect a variety of question types in the ICSE History exam, including multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and essay-type questions. The exam may also include map work and source-based questions that require analysis of historical documents or images. Understanding the format of these questions is crucial for effective preparation.
4. Why is it important to study history in the context of the ICSE curriculum?
Ans. Studying history within the ICSE curriculum is important as it helps students understand the complexities of past events and their influence on the present and future. It fosters critical thinking, improves analytical skills, and encourages students to appreciate cultural diversity. History also provides context for current global issues, making it relevant for informed citizenship.
5. What resources are recommended for ICSE Class 12 History students to enhance their learning?
Ans. Recommended resources for ICSE Class 12 History students include the prescribed textbooks, reference books, online educational platforms, and historical documentaries. Students can also benefit from academic journals and websites that provide detailed analyses of historical events. Engaging with a variety of resources can deepen their understanding and interest in the subject.
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