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The Class 11 history syllabus 2026-27<\/strong> is designed to give you a deeper understanding of world history, societies, and cultures. It explores the growth of civilizations, empires, cultural traditions, and paths to modernisation through major global events and debates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Studying this subject helps you develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and a historical perspective that connects the past with the present. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Law Prep Tutorial, we provide the complete syllabus of class 11 history subject, including unit-wise details, marks distribution, exam pattern, prescribed books, project work, and preparation tips to help you prepare confidently for your exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Class 11 History Syllabus 2026-27: Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Subject Code<\/td>027<\/td><\/tr>
Total Marks<\/td>100<\/td><\/tr>
Theory<\/td>80<\/td><\/tr>
Project\/IA<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
Duration<\/td>3 Hours<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Units<\/strong><\/td>Theme No.<\/strong><\/td>Theme Title<\/strong><\/td>Marks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
I. Early Societies<\/td>1<\/td>Writing and City Life<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
II. Empires<\/td>2<\/td>An Empire Across Three Continents<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
<\/td>3<\/td>Nomadic Empires<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
III. Changing Traditions<\/td>4<\/td>The Three Orders<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
<\/td>5<\/td>Changing Cultural Traditions<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
IV. Towards Modernisation<\/td>6<\/td>Displacing Indigenous Peoples<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
<\/td>7<\/td>Paths to Modernisation<\/td>15<\/td><\/tr>
Map Work<\/td>\u2014<\/td>Related Themes<\/td>5<\/td><\/tr>
Total (Theory)<\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/td>80<\/td><\/tr>
Project Work<\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
Grand Total<\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/td>100<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udce5 Download Class 11 History Syllabus PDF<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Get the official CBSE document of the class 11 history syllabus with complete unit-wise topics, marks distribution, exam pattern, and project guidelines. This PDF is essential for students, teachers, and parents to plan studies effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Class 11 History Syllabus 2026-27<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Find the detailed class 11th history syllabus below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unit I: Early Societies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The first unit in the class 11th history syllabus introduces you to the origins of writing, city life, and early civilizations. It focuses on Mesopotamia (Iraq, 3rd millennium BCE), showing how towns developed, how urban societies functioned, and why writing became central to administration, trade, and culture. Students also explore historians\u2019 debates on the uses of writing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Theme 1: Writing and City Life <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Topics Covered<\/strong><\/td>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Growth of Towns<\/td>Development of cities in Mesopotamia.<\/td><\/tr>
Nature of Early Urban Societies<\/td>Characteristics of the first complex societies.<\/td><\/tr>
Debate on Uses of Writing<\/td>How writing shaped economy, politics, and culture.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Unit II: Empires<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The second unit of the history syllabus of class 11th covers large empires and their influence across regions. The focus is on the Roman Empire and Nomadic Empires, especially Genghis Khan\u2019s Mongols. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Students learn about polity, economy, culture, slavery, pastoral life, and global interactions during this period, along with contrasting perspectives of empire-builders and the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Theme 2: An Empire Across Three Continents<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Topics Covered<\/strong><\/td>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Roman Polity and Economy<\/td>Governance, trade, and economy of Rome.<\/td><\/tr>
Society and Culture<\/td>Social life, family, and cultural achievements.<\/td><\/tr>
Slavery<\/td>Role of slaves in economy and society.<\/td><\/tr>
Roman Contacts with India<\/td>Trade and cultural exchanges with subcontinent.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Theme 3: Nomadic Empires<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Topics Covered<\/strong><\/td>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Pastoralist Society<\/td>Lifestyle of nomadic tribes.<\/td><\/tr>
Rise of Genghis Khan<\/td>His leadership and empire-building.<\/td><\/tr>
Descendants of Genghis Khan<\/td>Expansion and changes under successors.<\/td><\/tr>
Global Perspectives<\/td>Mongols\u2019 image in Asia vs Europe.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Unit III: Changing Traditions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This unit in the class 11th history syllabus explores transformations in medieval Europe between 1300\u20131700. It explains the Three Orders of society (clergy, nobility, peasants), feudalism, the 14th century crisis, and rise of nation-states. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It also covers the Renaissance, Reformation, Scientific Revolution, and Age of Exploration, highlighting cultural, social, and intellectual shifts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Theme 4: The Three Orders<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Topics Covered<\/strong><\/td>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Feudal System<\/td>Clergy, nobility, peasants, and serfs.<\/td><\/tr>
Slavery vs Serfdom<\/td>Comparison of bonded labour systems.<\/td><\/tr>
14th Century Crisis<\/td>Economic and social upheavals.<\/td><\/tr>
Rise of Nation States<\/td>Emergence of centralized powers.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Theme 5: Changing Cultural Traditions<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Topics Covered<\/strong><\/td>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Renaissance<\/td>Revival of art, literature, and humanism.<\/td><\/tr>
Reformation<\/td>Protestant movement and Church reforms.<\/td><\/tr>
Scientific Revolution<\/td>New discoveries changing worldview.<\/td><\/tr>
Age of Exploration<\/td>Expansion into new lands and trade routes.<\/td><\/tr>
Role of Women<\/td>Position of women in Renaissance societies.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Unit IV: Towards Modernisation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This unit in the CBSE class 11th history syllabus studies major global changes between 1700\u20132000. It highlights the displacement of indigenous peoples in America and Australia during colonization, as well as Japan, China, and Korea\u2019s paths to modernisation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It helps students compare colonial impacts, nationalism, and transformations from tradition to modernity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Theme 6: Displacing Indigenous Peoples<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Topics Covered<\/strong><\/td>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Native Displacements<\/td>Colonization of America and Australia.<\/td><\/tr>
European Settlements<\/td>Expansion and settlement patterns.<\/td><\/tr>
Indigenous Roles<\/td>Social and cultural impact on natives.<\/td><\/tr>
Japanese Nationalism<\/td>Japan\u2019s rise before and after WWII.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Theme 7: Paths to Modernisation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Topics Covered<\/strong><\/td>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
China\u2019s Nationalist Movements<\/td>From Sun Yat Sen to Mao Zedong.<\/td><\/tr>
Communist Era<\/td>Transformation under Mao and Deng Xiaoping.<\/td><\/tr>
Japan\u2019s Transformation<\/td>From imperialism to modernisation.<\/td><\/tr>
Korea<\/td>Struggles and changes in Korean society.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Class 11 History Syllabus: Question Paper Design<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Section \/ Theme<\/strong><\/td>MCQ (1 mark)<\/strong><\/td>Short Answer (3 marks)<\/strong><\/td>Long Answer (8 marks)<\/strong><\/td>Source-Based (4 marks)<\/strong><\/td>Total Marks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
I. Early Societies (Theme 1)<\/td>3<\/td>1<\/td>0<\/td>1<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
II. Empires (Themes 2\u20133)<\/td>4<\/td>0<\/td>2<\/td>0<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
III. Changing Traditions (Themes 4\u20135)<\/td>6<\/td>2<\/td>0<\/td>2<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
IV. Towards Modernisation (Themes 6\u20137)<\/td>8<\/td>3<\/td>1<\/td>0<\/td>25<\/td><\/tr>
Map Work (Related Themes)<\/td>\u2014<\/td>\u2014<\/td>\u2014<\/td>\u2014<\/td>5<\/td><\/tr>
Total<\/strong><\/td>21 \u00d7 1 = 21<\/strong><\/td>6 \u00d7 3 = 18<\/strong><\/td>3 \u00d7 8 = 24<\/strong><\/td>4 \u00d7 3 = 12<\/strong><\/td>80<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Internal Assessment (Project Work) \u2013 20 Marks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n