Here are some effective and practical preparation tips to help you score 95+ in the CBSE Class 12 Political Science exam:

1. Master the NCERT Books

• The NCERT Political Science textbooks are the most important resource for exam preparation.
• Every year, most CBSE questions are directly or indirectly based on NCERT content.
• Read each chapter thoroughly and underline important terms, dates, and definitions.
• Make sure to understand the meaning of key concepts such as democracy, globalization, and sovereignty.
• Practice writing short answers from NCERT exercises — they often appear in the board exam.

2. Understand, Don’t Memorize

• Political Science focuses on conceptual understanding, not rote memorization.
• Try to grasp the causes, consequences, and interconnections of political events.
• For example, instead of memorizing the Cold War timeline, understand why it started and how it affected India.
• Discuss complex topics like globalization, Indian foreign policy, and democracy with classmates or teachers to build perspective.
• Use real-world political examples to make concepts more relatable and memorable.

3. Solve Sample Papers Regularly

• Make it a habit to solve one CBSE Class 12 Political Science Sample Paper every two days.
• This helps you practice time management and question prioritization.
• Solving papers improves your speed, accuracy, and confidence.
• Check your answers against the official marking scheme to learn how CBSE awards marks.
• Regular practice also helps identify important and frequently asked question patterns.

4. Analyze Your Mistakes

• After each paper, review all your incorrect or incomplete answers carefully.
• Identify the reason behind every mistake — lack of knowledge, unclear concepts, or time shortage.
• Revise the chapters where you lost marks and try similar questions again.
• Keep a “mistake notebook” to note common errors and avoid repeating them before the final exam.
• This self-evaluation process is key to continuous improvement.

5. Focus on Case-Study & Source-Based Questions

• CBSE has recently increased the number of competency-based and case-based questions.
• These questions test critical thinking and understanding, not memorization.
• Practice interpreting political situations, analyzing case data, and drawing conclusions.
• Review sample questions from official CBSE papers and Oswaal/Arihant practice books.
• Learn to write structured answers with clear introduction, analysis, and conclusion for such questions.

6. Make Notes for Quick Revision

• Prepare concise notes for each chapter — include important terms, definitions, and main points.
• Use mind maps, flowcharts, and bullet points to summarize large topics.
• Create separate notes for thinkers, important events, and key policies.
• During revision, focus on these short notes instead of full chapters to save time.
• Highlight keywords and political theories for quick recall during exams.

7. Revise Current Affairs

• Keep yourself updated with current national and international political events.
• Read newspapers or follow reliable online sources like PIB and The Hindu.
• Try connecting current issues with topics in your syllabus — for example, globalization, UN policies, or environmental politics.
• Sometimes, analytical or opinion-based questions relate to contemporary issues, so being aware gives you an advantage.
• Revise government policies, elections, or international relations developments relevant to your chapters.

8. Attempt Mock Tests

• Take full-length mock tests in a 3-hour time limit to simulate real exam conditions.
• Treat these tests seriously — use proper answer sheets and maintain time discipline.
• After each test, evaluate your performance and identify sections where you struggled.
• Focus your next revision session on those weaker areas.
• Mock tests help build exam stamina, confidence, and answer presentation skills.