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Academic Session 2026-27

Haryana Board Class 11 Arts Syllabus 2026-27

Complete HBSE Class 11 Arts Subject-wise Curriculum

History • Geography • Political Science • English • Hindi
Detailed syllabus for all Arts stream subjects as per HBSE guidelines for Class 11.

6 Subjects 3 Core Subjects 100 Marks Each Updated Syllabus

History Syllabus 2026-27

Haryana Board Class 11 History syllabus covers world history, Indian history, and cultural developments with focus on critical analysis and historical understanding.

Unit Topics Marks
Unit 1: Introduction to History
  • Meaning and Scope of History
  • Sources of History - Literary, Archaeological
  • Periodization of History
  • Historical Methods and Interpretation
10
Unit 2: World History
  • Early Civilizations - Mesopotamia, Egypt, Indus Valley
  • Greek and Roman Civilization
  • Renaissance and Reformation
  • Age of Exploration and Colonization
  • Industrial Revolution and its Impact
15
Unit 3: Indian History
  • Ancient India - Vedic Period, Mauryan, Gupta Empire
  • Medieval India - Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Empire
  • Modern India - British Rule, Freedom Struggle
  • Post-Independence India
  • History of Haryana - Regional History
15
Unit 4: Cultural History
  • Art and Architecture - Temples, Monuments
  • Literature - Sanskrit, Regional Languages
  • Religious Traditions - Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism
  • Cultural Exchanges and Influences
12
Unit 5: Historiography
  • Major Historians and Their Works
  • Approaches to History - Marxist, Nationalist, Subaltern
  • Debates in Indian History
  • Writing Historical Essays
8
Internal Assessment Periodic tests, notebook submission, project work, map work 20
Note: Focus on understanding historical events, their causes, and consequences. Map work carries significant weightage - practice locating historical places on maps.

Geography Syllabus 2026-27

Haryana Board Class 11 Geography syllabus covers physical geography, human geography, and Indian geography with focus on understanding spatial patterns.

Unit Topics Marks
Unit 1: Physical Geography
  • Earth - Shape, Size, Rotation, Revolution
  • Interior of the Earth - Crust, Mantle, Core
  • Plate Tectonics and Earthquakes
  • Volcanoes and Mountain Building
  • Weathering and Erosion
12
Unit 2: Climatology
  • Atmosphere - Composition and Structure
  • Insolation and Temperature
  • Pressure and Winds
  • Cyclones and Anticyclones
  • Climate Types and Classification
12
Unit 3: Oceanography
  • Oceans - Relief and Features
  • Ocean Currents and Tides
  • Marine Resources and Biodiversity
  • Ocean Pollution and Conservation
10
Unit 4: Indian Geography
  • India - Location, Size, and Physical Divisions
  • Drainage Systems - Rivers and Lakes
  • Climate of India - Monsoon, Seasons
  • Natural Vegetation and Soil Types
  • Geography of Haryana - Physical Features
16
Unit 5: Human Geography
  • Population - Distribution, Density, Growth
  • Migration and Urbanization
  • Economic Activities - Agriculture, Industry, Services
  • Transport and Communication Networks
  • Human Development and Quality of Life
10
Internal Assessment Periodic tests, notebook submission, project work, map work 20
Note: Map work is crucial for Geography. Practice locating physical features, rivers, and states on maps regularly. Focus on Indian Geography and Physical Geography for maximum marks.

Political Science Syllabus 2026-27

Haryana Board Class 11 Political Science syllabus covers political theory, Indian constitution, and political institutions with focus on democratic values.

Unit Topics Marks
Unit 1: Political Theory
  • Meaning and Scope of Political Science
  • State - Origin, Evolution, Functions
  • Sovereignty and Citizenship
  • Democracy - Meaning, Types, Features
  • Political Ideologies - Liberalism, Socialism, Marxism
12
Unit 2: Indian Constitution
  • Making of the Constitution - History, Process
  • Salient Features - Fundamental Rights, Duties, Directive Principles
  • Structure of Government - Executive, Legislature, Judiciary
  • Federal System - Union-State Relations
  • Constitutional Amendments - Process and Major Amendments
15
Unit 3: Political Institutions
  • Parliament - Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, Functions
  • President and Vice President - Powers and Functions
  • Prime Minister and Council of Ministers
  • Judiciary - Supreme Court, High Courts
  • Election Commission and Electoral Process
13
Unit 4: Political Processes
  • Political Parties - National, Regional, Functions
  • Pressure Groups and Interest Groups
  • Public Opinion and Media
  • Civil Society and Social Movements
  • Political Participation and Voter Behavior
10
Unit 5: Comparative Politics
  • Comparative Government - USA, UK, China
  • Political Systems - Parliamentary, Presidential
  • Democracy and Authoritarianism
  • Globalization and its Impact on Politics
10
Internal Assessment Periodic tests, notebook submission, project work 20
Note: Focus on understanding the Indian Constitution, its features, and political institutions. This forms the foundation for UPSC and other competitive exams.

English Syllabus 2026-27

Haryana Board Class 11 English syllabus develops advanced language skills through literature, grammar, and composition.

Unit Topics Marks
Reading Comprehension Unseen passages, inference questions, vocabulary, summary writing 20
Literature Prose and Poetry from prescribed textbook, author introduction, critical analysis 25
Grammar Tenses, Parts of Speech, Voice, Speech, Modals, Error Correction 20
Writing Skills Essay Writing, Letter Writing, Story Writing, Article Writing 15
Internal Assessment Periodic tests, notebook submission, subject enrichment activities 20

Hindi (हिंदी) Syllabus 2026-27

Haryana Board Class 11 Hindi syllabus develops advanced language skills through literature, grammar, and composition.

Unit Topics Marks
गद्य (Prose) Selected prose pieces, author introduction, critical analysis 15
पद्य (Poetry) Selected poems, poet introduction, poetic devices, interpretation 15
व्याकरण (Grammar) संधि, समास, कारक, अलंकार, वाच्य, मुहावरे 25
रचना (Composition) निबंध लेखन, पत्र लेखन, सारांश लेखन 25
Internal Assessment Periodic tests, notebook submission, subject enrichment activities 20

Syllabus Download & Resources

Official Syllabus PDF

Download the complete Haryana Board Class 11 Arts syllabus PDF from the official HBSE website.

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Recommended Textbooks

  • HBSE Prescribed Textbooks for Class 11 Arts
  • Haryana State Textbook Corporation Books
  • NCERT Textbooks for additional reference
  • Reference Books for UPSC preparation

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