Kamal Ghorui
The Hindi board examination is regarded as a significant paper for Class 10 students as it evaluates language proficiency, comprehension, expression and writing ability. The Central Board of Seconday Education (CBSE) has scheduled the Class 10 Hindi examination on Monday, March 2, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.The question paper assesses preparation across grammar, prose, poetry, unseen comprehension and formal writing skills. With the examination approaching, subject teachers have outlined practical measures to help students use the remaining time effectively and avoid common errors.Focus on understanding rather than memorisationTeachers have cautioned students against relying solely on rote learning. Concepts such as compound words, sentence types, idioms and proverbs require conceptual clarity. When the fundamentals are understood, answers can be framed accurately and mistakes are reduced.Sanjesh Sharma, TGT Hindi at SKV SRC, Khajoori Khas Chowk, a Delhi government school, said, “Pay special attention to grammar, because beyond the textbook, 40 to 45 marks depend on your grammar. Unseen prose, poetry, paragraph writing, information writing, email writing, sentence division, voice inflection and word introduction all fall under grammar. If a student prepares well for this section, they can score very well.”Strategy for solving unseen passagesStudents often experience anxiety when attempting unseen passages, although these are considered high-scoring. Sharma advised, “First, carefully read the entire passage and understand its main point. Only then write answers. Write only what is asked. Especially for cause-and-effect questions, provide clear answers in your own words.”Demonstrating understanding is considered essential for securing full marks. Teachers emphasise that memorisation alone is not sufficient; comprehension forms the basis for higher scoring.Manage time systematically in the examination hallTime management remains a critical factor during the three-hour paper. After receiving the question paper, students are advised to read it completely and begin with questions they can answer confidently. This approach builds momentum and reduces pressure.Sharma added, “Set a time limit for each section in advance so no questions are missed. After completing the paper, use the last five to seven minutes to check spelling, grammar and incomplete answers. Clear and organised answers create a positive impression and can increase marks.”Prepare prose and poetry with contextIn the prose section, understanding the storyline, characters and dialogues is necessary. Identifying the central message of each chapter assists in answering short and explanatory questions.For poetry, memorising meanings alone is insufficient. Sharma said, “It is important to understand the central theme of the poem, the poet’s thoughts, and the context of key lines. When writing an exposition, mention the context and keep the answer concise but clear.”Follow correct format in formal writingFormat plays a decisive role in information writing, letters and emails. Complaint letters, applications and editorial letters are frequently included. Practising formats beforehand prevents loss of marks.Solving previous years’ question papers familiarises students with patterns, recurring topics and answer structures. According to Sharma, “If children thoroughly read the textbook, they can write questions and answers well and also perform well on prose and poetry passages. If a child can do this, they can easily score 70 to 75 marks.”Students have been advised to avoid starting new topics at the last moment, sleep adequately and have breakfast before the examination. Remaining calm and composed is considered essential for steady performance in the examination hall.
