CBSE is conducting the CBSE Class 12 Physical Education Board Exam 2026 today, February 18, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The CBSE Class 12 Physical Education Question Paper with Solution PDF is available for download as students conclude the session.

CBSE Class 12 2026 Physical Education Question Paper PDF

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CBSE Class 12 2026 Physical Education Question Paper PDF

Question 1:

Which of the following is the next step after planning the sports event?

  • (A) Staffing
  • (C) Controlling
  • (B) Directing
  • (D) Organising

Question 2:

__________ is an event to showcase children and youth's abilities and prowess on the sports field.

  • (A) Run for Fun
  • (C) Sports Day
  • (B) Run for a specific cause
  • (D) Health Run

Question 3:

Corrective exercises should be done under a __________ advice and supervision.

  • (A) Physician’s or Physical Education teacher’s
  • (B) Physical Education teachers’ or Physiotherapists’
  • (C) Physical Education Teacher’s or Coaches
  • (D) Physician’s or Physiotherapist’s

Question 4:

Which of the following asanas are practised to correct “Kyphosis”?

  • (A) Chakrasan, Trikonasana, Adhomukhasana
  • (B) Dhanurasana, Bhujangasana, Halasana
  • (C) Bhujangasana, Trikonasan, Chakrasana
  • (D) Dhanurasana, Chakrasana, Bhujangasana

Question 5:

Gagan wants to prevent himself from asthma and hypertension. Identify the asanas to prevent him from these lifestyle diseases.

  • (A) Uttan Mandukasana, Vakrasana
  • (B) Supta Vajarasana, Vakrasana
  • (C) Chakrasana, Uttan Mandukasana
  • (D) Vakrasana, Chakrasana

Question 6:

Identify the asana:

  • (A) Ardh Matsyendrasana
  • (B) Dhanurasana
  • (C) Uttan Mandukasana
  • (D) Yogmudra

Question 7:

Which of the following competition was organised by Guttmann at the 1948 London Olympics for disabled persons?

  • (A) Running competition
  • (B) Swimming competition
  • (C) Wheelchair competition
  • (D) Bicycle competition

Question 8:

The Oath: “Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt” is related to which of the following games?

  • (A) Special Olympics
  • (C) Deaflympics
  • (B) Paralympics
  • (D) Summer Olympics

Question 9:

Given below are the food groups in List-I with their functions in List-II. Match the items and choose the correct option.

List-I (Food Group)

(a) Protein
(b) Carbohydrates
(c) Fats
(d) Roughage


List-II (Functions)

(i) These are the main sources of energy
(ii) It is a negligible source of energy
(iii) Repair body cells
(iv) It helps in transporting fat-soluble vitamins


Question 10:

Which of the following statement is correct regarding the Basal Metabolic Rate?

  • (A) It is the number of calories needed to maintain energy level during exercise.
  • (B) It is the number of calories needed to maintain the body at movement.
  • (C) It is the number of calories needed to maintain body function at high speed.
  • (D) It is the number of calories needed to maintain body function at rest.

Question 11:

Which of the following is the long-term effect of exercise on the respiratory system?

  • (A) Residual volume increases
  • (B) Respiratory rate increases
  • (C) Stroke volume increases
  • (D) The rate of exchange of gas increases

Question 12:

Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Read both statements carefully and choose the correct option.

Assertion (A): When an object or body is moving at a constant velocity, with no change in speed or direction, it is in dynamic equilibrium.

Reason (R): A cyclist in motion or the body position maintained by a sprinter on the track while running are examples of dynamic equilibrium.

  • (A) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).
  • (B) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).
  • (C) Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
  • (D) Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.

Question 13:

Given below are examples of friction shown in List-I with their respective types of friction in List-II. Match the items correctly.

List-I (Example of friction)

(a) Pushing a chair
(b) Sea waves
(c) Moving heavy (stationary) objects
(d) Skating


List-II (Types of friction)

(i) Sliding friction
(ii) Rolling friction
(iii) Fluid friction
(iv) Static friction

  • (A) (i) (iii) (ii) (iv)
  • (B) (iv) (ii) (i) (iii)
  • (C) (i) (iii) (iv) (ii)
  • (D) (ii) (i) (iv) (iii)

Question 14:

Which of the following statements is correct regarding the lever’s fulcrum?

  • (A) It is a point at which the force is applied.
  • (B) It is a point at which the load is located.
  • (C) It is a point at which the lever rotates.
  • (D) It is a point at which efforts are made.

Question 15:

Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Read both statements carefully and choose the correct option.

Assertion (A): Actions and responses of two athletes may differ during a match situation.

Reason (R): Personality is the combination of an individual’s thoughts, characteristics, behaviour, attitude and habits.

  • (A) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).
  • (B) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).
  • (C) Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
  • (D) Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.

Question 16:

Shweta is over-stressed and anxious as she is preparing for her ‘NEET’ exam. Which of the following is a suitable reason for her to exercise?

  • (A) To develop physical strength
  • (B) Mental Relaxation
  • (C) For Socialisation
  • (D) To reduce the risk of disease

Question 17:

Which one of the following is NOT correct regarding the training cycle in sports?

  • (A) A mesocycle is termed as medium duration training.
  • (B) The duration of a microcycle is 3 to 10 days.
  • (C) The duration of the mesocycle is 3 to 6 weeks.
  • (D) The macrocycle has the minimum duration of training.

Question 18:

Which of the following types of endurance is classified according to the nature of the activity?

  • (A) Speed endurance
  • (B) Medium time endurance
  • (C) Specific endurance
  • (D) Short-term endurance

Question 19:

“Sports that require athletes to maintain a specific weight to perform well are at higher risk of developing eating disorders.” Justify this statement.


Question 20:

Write any four benefits of Nadi-Shodhan Pranayama.


Question 21:

What is the role of Physical Education teachers in promoting inclusion in sports?


Question 22:

Explain the procedure of any one strength test of the SAI Khelo India Fitness Test used for 9 to 18 years / class 4 to 12 children.


Question 23:

In the examples given below, which of the Newton’s Law of Motion will apply? Justify your answer.

(a) When a swimmer pushes the water backwards.

(b) When a cricket and tennis ball are thrown with the same force, the tennis ball moves with greater acceleration.


Question 24:

Briefly explain talent selection and talent transfer in the process of talent identification and talent development.


Question 25:

Compare and contrast the intramural and the extramural tournament.


Question 26:

Devise a plan of physical activities in accordance with World Health Organization guidelines for adults aged 65 and above.


Question 27:

Enlist the asanas for obesity. Explain the procedure of any one asana for it.


Question 28:

Prashant began vomiting after lunch at school. He was promptly taken to a nearby doctor, who diagnosed him with food intolerance. Outline three types of food intolerance.


Question 29:

Elucidate three physiological changes that occur due to ageing.


Question 30:

Describe three factors that affect the trajectory of a projectile.


Question 31:

Anita prepared a fixture based on the league competition. She distributed this  fixture  to  the  coaches  of  all  the  teams.  When  Khushi  received this fixture, it was misprinted and showed only the matches of rounds three and four. According to the above statement, study the fixture given
below.
  III                    IV
  Round                Round
5        Bye          4        Bye
4        6            3        5
3        7            2        6
2        1            1        7


Based on  the  above  fixture  and your previous  knowledge  answer the following questions:

(i) In which round will the match between team 4 and team 3 be held?


Question 31:

(ii) How many rounds will be played in the tournament?

  • (A) 6
  • (B) 7
  • (C) 5
  • (D) 4

Question 31:

(iii) In which round will team number 2 get a bye?


Question 31:

(iv) How many matches will be played in the above fixture?

  • (A) 21
  • (B) 23
  • (C) 19
  • (D) 18

Question 31:

(iv) The other name for a league tournament is:


Question 32:

Rohan, a 16-year-old student, got injured after colliding with Sachin during a football match. He was having unbearable pain in his ankle, and it was swollen. The coach noticed a collection of blood outside the blood vessel on Sachin’s forehead, too. He immediately gave first aid to both and
rushed them to the hospital.
Answer the following questions based on the above case and your prior knowledge:

(i) What type of injury did Rohan suffer?

  • (A) Strain
  • (B) Abrasion
  • (C) Sprain
  • (D) Laceration

Question 32:

(ii) Sachin had ______ on his forehead.

  • (A) Contusion
  • (B) Fracture
  • (C) Laceration
  • (D) Incision

Question 32:

(iii) If Sachin suffered abrasion during the injury, which symptom would he have?

  • (A) Tear of ligament
  • (B) Rubbing away of upper layer of epidermis
  • (C) Tear of muscles
  • (D) Instability of joints

Question 32:

(iv) A fracture in a soft bone in which the bone bends is known as:

  • (A) Comminuted fracture
  • (B) Transverse fracture
  • (C) Greenstick fracture
  • (D) Oblique fracture

Question 33:

17-year-old Akriti is  a  student in class  12.  She  is  deaf and  mute by birth.  She  communicates  through  lip  movements  and  gestures,  and understands others through the same.  She has only one  friend in the class, Raghav. The other students in the class hesitate to talk and play with her. Whenever there is a team activity in the class, no one except Raghav is willing to include her in his team. As  a result, Akriti feels isolated  and  alone  in  the  class.  Raghav  approached  their  physical education  teacher,  Sarita,  about  this  issue.  Sarita  gave  him  some suggestions on how Akriti can be included in the class through physical activities and how she can be made to feel more integrated.
Answer the following Questions based on the above case and your prior knowledge:

(i) What type of challenges Akriti is facing?

  • (A) Visually impaired
  • (B) Hearing and speech impaired
  • (C) Physical disability
  • (D) Learning disability

Question 33:

(ii) Why does Akriti feel isolated in her physical activity class?

  • (A) Because she is not interested in studies.
  • (B) Because her teacher is not supportive.
  • (C) Because other students hesitate to interact with her.
  • (D) Due to lack of physical fitness.

Question 33:

(iii) Which of the following is the key principle of inclusive physical education?

  • (A) Segregation
  • (B) Integration
  • (C) Exclusion
  • (D) Adaptation

Question 33:

(iii) What strategy can be used to facilitate communication with Akriti during physical activities?

  • (A) Using loud verbal instructions
  • (B) Using sign language or gestures
  • (C) Ignoring her needs
  • (D) Focusing only on written communication

Question 33:

(iv) How can physical activities be made inclusive to meet Akriti’s needs?

  • (A) By providing training in a comfortable and emotionally secure environment.
  • (B) By excluding her from activities
  • (C) By providing separate programs
  • (D) By focusing only on individual activities

Question 34:

Differentiate between Scoliosis and Lordosis deformities. Suggest corrective measures for Knock-knee and Flat foot deformities.


Question 35:

Raghav plans to conduct strength and flexibility tests specifically for the lower body, targeting his grandfather’s friend. Explain in detail the procedure and scoring system to administer these tests.


Question 36:

What do you understand by motivation? Which motivational techniques are used to improve the performance of the players? Explain in detail.


Question 37:

What is speed? Explain the methods to develop speed in detail.

CBSE Class 12 Physical Education Exam Pattern 2025-26

The division of total marks for theory and practical as per the updated CBSE Class 12 Physical Education Exam Pattern 2025-26 is provided below:

Component Marks
Theory Examination 70
Practical Examination 30
Total 100

CBSE Class 12 Physical Education Important Questions