Academic Session 2026-27

Tamil Nadu Board Class 11 Arts Syllabus 2026-27

Complete TNBSE Class 11 History, Political Science & Geography Syllabus

History • Political Science • Geography • Economics/Sociology • English • Tamil
Detailed subject-wise curriculum for Arts stream as per TNBSE guidelines.

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6-7 Subjects Humanities Focus Tamil & English Medium Updated Syllabus

History Political Science Geography Economics Sociology English Tamil

History Syllabus 2026-27

Tamil Nadu Board Class 11 History syllabus covers Indian and world historical events. Students develop analytical skills essential for civil services and research.

Unit	Topics	Marks
Ancient Indian History	Indus Valley Civilization - Harappa, Mohenjo-Daro Vedic Age - Early and Later Vedic Period Mahajanapadas - 16 Great Kingdoms Mauryan Empire - Chandragupta, Ashoka Gupta Empire - Golden Age, Administration South Indian Kingdoms - Chola, Pandya, Pallava Tamil Nadu Ancient History - Sangam Period	20
Medieval Indian History	Delhi Sultanate - Slave Dynasty, Khilji, Tughlaq Mughal Empire - Babur, Akbar, Shah Jahan, Aurangzeb Maratha Empire - Shivaji, Peshwa Rule Bhakti and Sufi Movements - Social Reform Movements Medieval Tamil Nadu - Vijayanagara Empire	18
Modern Indian History	British Rule - East India Company, Economic Impact Revolt of 1857 - Causes, Events, Consequences Indian National Movement - Congress, Extremist Phase Gandhian Era - Non-Cooperation, Civil Disobedience Quit India Movement and Independence Tamil Nadu's Role in Freedom Struggle Post-Independence India - Nehruvian Era	22
World History	Renaissance and Reformation - Europe Industrial Revolution - Impact on Society French Revolution - Causes, Events, Outcomes World Wars - Causes, Events, Impact Cold War and Decolonization Modern World - Globalization, UN, International Relations	20
Internal Assessment	Periodic tests, notebook submission, project work, map work	20

Note: History syllabus emphasizes understanding of historical events, causes, and consequences. Students are required to practice map work and source material analysis.

Political Science Syllabus 2026-27

Tamil Nadu Board Class 11 Political Science syllabus covers political theory, Indian constitution, governance, and international relations. Students develop analytical skills for civil services and law careers.

Unit	Topics	Marks
Political Theory	Political Science - Meaning, Scope, Importance State and Sovereignty - Concepts and Theories Liberty, Equality, Justice - Concepts Rights and Duties - Constitutional Rights Democracy - Types, Features, Importance Political Ideologies - Liberalism, Socialism, Communism	20
Indian Constitution	Making of the Constitution - Constituent Assembly Preamble - Philosophy, Objectives, Features Fundamental Rights - Types, Importance, Limitations Directive Principles - State Policy, Implementation Fundamental Duties - Meaning, Importance Amendment of the Constitution - Procedure	20
Indian Democracy	Parliament - Composition, Functions, Powers Executive - President, Prime Minister, Council of Ministers Judiciary - Supreme Court, High Courts, Judicial Review Federalism - Centre-State Relations Election Commission - Role, Functions Political Parties - National and Regional Parties	20
International Relations	International Relations - Concepts and Theories United Nations - Organs, Functions Foreign Policy of India - Principles and Evolution India and Neighbours - Relations with Pakistan, China Global Issues - Climate Change, Terrorism, Globalization International Organizations - WTO, WHO, IMF	20
Internal Assessment	Periodic tests, notebook submission, project work, case studies	20

Practical Work: Students are encouraged to analyze current affairs, study governance structures, and prepare case studies on political issues and international relations.

Geography Syllabus 2026-27

Tamil Nadu Board Class 11 Geography syllabus covers physical, human, and environmental geography. Students develop spatial analysis skills essential for civil services and urban planning.

Unit	Topics	Marks
Physical Geography	Earth and Its Interior - Structure, Composition Geomorphic Processes - Weathering, Erosion, Deposition Landforms - Mountains, Plateaus, Plains Climate - Factors, Types, Weather Patterns Oceans - Currents, Tides, Waves Rivers and Drainage Systems Soils of India - Types, Distribution, Characteristics	20
Human Geography	Population - Distribution, Density, Growth Migration - Types, Causes, Consequences Settlement - Types, Pattern, Urbanization Economic Activities - Primary, Secondary, Tertiary Transport and Communication Human Development - Indicators, Index	18
Environmental Geography	Natural Resources - Types, Conservation Environmental Degradation - Causes, Effects Climate Change - Global Warming, Impact Sustainable Development - Principles and Practices Environmental Policies and Laws Disaster Management - Types, Preparedness	18
Geography of Tamil Nadu	Physical Geography - Landforms, Rivers, Climate Agriculture - Types, Crops, Irrigation Industries - Types, Distribution Population and Demographics Urbanization and Development Map Work - Tamil Nadu Districts, Rivers	24
Internal Assessment	Periodic tests, notebook submission, map work, project work	20

Map Work: Students are required to practice map work for Geography. Map-based questions carry 4-5 marks in the exam. Focus on India and Tamil Nadu maps.

Economics Syllabus 2026-27

Tamil Nadu Board Class 11 Economics syllabus covers micro and macroeconomic principles. Students understand economic systems, markets, and development.

Unit	Topics	Marks
Microeconomics	Introduction to Microeconomics Consumer Behavior - Utility, Demand Elasticity of Demand - Price, Income, Cross Production and Costs - Factors, Cost Curves Market Structures - Perfect Competition, Monopoly Market Failure and Government Intervention	25
Macroeconomics	National Income - Concepts, Measurement Money and Banking - Functions, RBI Inflation and Deflation - Causes, Effects Economic Growth and Development Indian Economy - Sectors, Reforms Globalization and Its Impact	25
International Trade	International Trade - Meaning, Importance Balance of Payments - Concepts Foreign Exchange - Exchange Rate Determination Trade Policies - Protectionism, Free Trade WTO and Global Trade India's Foreign Trade	15
Economic Development	Economic Development - Indicators Poverty and Inequality - Causes, Measures Human Capital - Education, Health Sustainable Development - Goals Economic Policies and Reforms Economy of Tamil Nadu	15
Internal Assessment	Periodic tests, notebook submission, project work, case studies	20

Practical Work: Students are encouraged to analyze current economic affairs, study market trends, and prepare projects on economic issues affecting society and Tamil Nadu.

Sociology Syllabus 2026-27

Tamil Nadu Board Class 11 Sociology syllabus covers social structures, institutions, and processes. Students understand society, culture, and social change.

Unit	Topics	Marks
Introduction to Sociology	Sociology - Meaning, Scope, Importance Relationship with other Social Sciences Basic Concepts - Society, Community, Association Social Groups - Types and Characteristics Socialization - Process, Agencies Culture - Elements, Diversity	20
Social Institutions	Family - Types, Functions, Changes Marriage - Forms, Customs, Modern Trends Kinship - Systems, Patterns Religion - Types, Functions, Impact Education - Role, Functions, Challenges Economic Institutions - Work, Employment	20
Social Stratification	Social Stratification - Meaning, Theories Caste System - Features, Changes Class System - Features, Mobility Gender and Society - Inequality, Empowerment Race and Ethnicity - Concepts, Issues Social Mobility - Types, Factors	20
Social Change	Social Change - Meaning, Theories Modernization and Urbanization Globalization - Impact on Society Social Movements - Types, Role Social Problems - Poverty, Inequality, Crime Indian Society - Diversity, Unity, Challenges	20
Internal Assessment	Periodic tests, notebook submission, project work, field work	20

Practical Work: Students are encouraged to conduct field studies, analyze social issues, and prepare projects on community development and social change.

English Syllabus 2026-27

Tamil Nadu Board Class 11 English syllabus develops advanced language skills including reading, writing, grammar, and literature appreciation essential for higher education and professional careers.

Unit	Topics	Marks
Reading Comprehension	Unseen passages with comprehension questions Inference and analytical questions Advanced vocabulary building Summary writing from passages Critical thinking questions	15
Literature	Selected prose pieces from prescribed textbook Selected poems from prescribed textbook Literary analysis and interpretation Thematic and stylistic analysis Character analysis and plot study	20
Grammar	Advanced Tenses and their usage Active and Passive Voice Direct and Indirect Speech Advanced Parts of Speech Modals and their usage Subject-Verb Agreement Error Correction	20
Writing Skills	Essay Writing - Descriptive, Narrative, Argumentative Letter Writing - Formal, Informal, Business Precis Writing and Summary Paragraph Writing Report Writing Creative Writing	15
Internal Assessment	Periodic tests, notebook submission, subject enrichment activities	20

Pro Tip: Read newspapers, magazines, and books regularly to improve vocabulary and comprehension skills. Practice writing essays on contemporary topics.

Tamil (தமிழ்) Syllabus 2026-27

Tamil Nadu Board Class 11 Tamil syllabus develops advanced language proficiency through literature, grammar, and composition. Students appreciate Tamil literature while building communication skills.

Unit	Topics	Marks
இலக்கியம் (Literature)	கற்பனை இலக்கியம் - கவிதை மற்றும் உரைநடை உரைநடை இலக்கியம் - சிறுகதை, கட்டுரை இலக்கிய வரலாறு - பண்டைய, இடைக்கால, நவீன இலக்கியப் படைப்பாளர்கள் இலக்கிய வகைகள் - உரைநடை, கவிதை, நாடகம்	25
இலக்கணம் (Grammar)	சந்தி - உயிர்ச்சந்தி, மெய்ச்சந்தி, புள்ளிச்சந்தி சமாசம் - தத்புருச, பஹுவிரிஹி, த்வந்துவ வேற்றுமை - முதலாம், இரண்டாம், மூன்றாம், நான்காம் அணிகள் - உவமை, உருவகம், தொடை, இயைபு சொல்வகை - பெயர்ச்சொல், வினைச்சொல், உரிச்சொல் தொடரியல் - வாக்கிய அமைப்பு	30
உரைநடை (Composition)	கட்டுரை எழுதுதல் - விளக்கவுரை, விவரணை கடிதம் எழுதுதல் - முறையான, முறைசாரா சுருக்கம் எழுதுதல் - கருத்து சுருக்கம் கதை எழுதுதல் - படைப்பு எழுத்து உரையாடல் எழுதுதல் விளம்பரம் எழுதுதல்	15
Internal Assessment	Periodic tests, notebook submission, subject enrichment activities	20

Note: Students can choose between Tamil and English medium. The syllabus content is adapted accordingly for each medium.

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