CBSE Class 10, 2026 Home Science Question Paper Available - Download Here with Solution PDF

1.

Sarthak has been working on a project for the past six months and is now losing interest and motivation to pursue it further.
1. (i) Identify the type of fatigue he is experiencing.
2. (ii) Predict any one reason for this type of fatigue.
3. (iii) Advise him any two ways of reducing this fatigue.

2.

15-year-old Yashleen got very angry when her parents refused to give her permission for going to a party. What could be the four reasons for such behavior in adolescents?

3.

Why do we need to wash our hands before we handle food?

• To increase the food moisture
• To keep the food germ-free
• To keep the food cool
• To prevent the food from becoming stale

4.

Maintaining kitchen hygiene is essential to protect ourselves from various diseases. In reference to this, suggest any two ways for each of the following:
1.(i) Personal hygiene of a chef
2.(ii) Hygiene during food storage in a fridge

5.

Choose the incorrect pair of work activities with its examples.

• Heavy activities : Running, Mopping
• Moderate activities : Ironing, Cooking
• Seasonal activities : Making pickles, Storing winter clothes
• Light activities : Jogging, Sweeping

6.

Ria washes dirty dishes while cooking food side by side in the kitchen. What is performing of two tasks at the same time known as?

• Peak load period
• Dovetailing
• Organising work
• Work management

7.

Explain, by giving three reasons, why time management is essential in daily life.

8.

List any three precautions which should be taken while removing stains.

9.

Your sister has purchased a silk scarf. Silk is a delicate natural fiber, so it needs careful handling.
1.(i) Recommend to her four tips for the proper storage of the silk scarf.
2.(ii) Which finishing agent should she use to bring shine and a crisp look in the scarf?

10.

How can a stain be identified?

• By Colour and Shape
• By Shape and Smell
• By Colour and Smell
• By Taste and Shape

11.

What is meant by a stain? Name the five categories of stains.

12.

Ability to creatively use leftover food items in the kitchen is important in the meal planning process.
1. (i) In support of the above statement, explain any other three importance of meal planning.
2. (ii) Provide any two ways of utilizing leftover rice the next day.

13.

Your mother has cooked pumpkin halwa with lots of dry fruits added in it.
1. (i) Identify any two food groups found in this dish.
2. (ii) Write any one nutrient provided by each of the above food groups.
3. (iii) Which food group is not present in this dish?

14.

Food hygiene includes cleanliness in preparation, cooking, and serving food.
1. (i) In this regard, give two reasons why cleanliness of cooking utensils is essential.
2. (ii) Which two points will you consider while selecting fresh and packaged food to maintain food hygiene?

15.

Aftab is a fisherman residing in a coastal area with his wife and two school-going children. Based on this situation, answer the following questions:
1. (i) What are the two factors that will affect his family’s meal planning?
2. (ii) Which two points should his family consider while selecting food for their children’s tiffin?
3.(iii) Suggest a low-cost nutritious food that this family can include in their diet.