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EnglishCBSE Class 12 · Board exam 2026, set 301/5/1 · 12 marks · Reading comprehension

CBSE Class 12 English 2026: question 1

Set in the CBSE Class 12 board exam of 2026, paper 301/5/1, section A, question 1, for 12 marks. Try it first; the hints and our step-by-step solution are below.

Q1 · 12 marks · Reading comprehensionCompetency-basedReading (unseen passages)

Read the following passage carefully:

(1) Robotics is transforming the healthcare landscape by revolutionizing the way medical procedures are executed, patients are managed and hospital operations are streamlined. The seamless integration of artificial intelligence (AI), engineering and automation has catalysed the emergence of cutting-edge robotic technologies that are making healthcare more precise, efficient and accessible than ever before. From surgical theatres to outpatient clinics, robotics is enhancing workflow efficiency and significantly improving clinical outcomes.

(2) Among its most notable applications is robot-assisted surgery. Advanced systems such as the 'Da Vinci Surgical Robot' empower surgeons with superior visualization, refined control and pinpoint accuracy. These minimally invasive techniques reduce surgical trauma, minimize complications and shorten recovery periods. Robotic surgery has proven especially transformative in intricate disciplines like cardiothoracic, gynaecological and neurosurgical procedures where precision is paramount.

(3) In the realm of rehabilitation therapy, robotics play a crucial role in helping patients regain motor functions following strokes, spinal cord injuries or orthopaedic surgeries. Devices like robotic exoskeletons and motion-guided therapy systems provide consistent, repetitive movements that are vital for neuro-muscular recovery — often surpassing the capabilities of manual therapy. These systems also enable real-time monitoring and adaptive treatment planning, offering a more individualized and effective rehabilitation process.

(4) Hospital automation is another rapidly expanding frontier. Robots are increasingly being deployed to perform routine yet essential functions such as medicine delivery, room disinfection and food distribution. During the COVID-19 pandemic, their use in contactless service delivery proved invaluable in reducing exposure risks and maintaining stringent hygiene protocols. The advent of diagnostic robotics further underscores the transformative power of AI in medicine. These intelligent systems analyse medical data and imagery with exceptional accuracy, facilitating early detection of conditions such as cancer, cardio-vascular disease and diabetes. By enhancing diagnostic speed and reliability, they significantly contribute to timely and effective intervention.

(5) In the field of geriatric care, assistive robots are being developed to support elderly individuals with medication reminders, vital sign monitoring and social engagement. These robots offer not only physical assistance but also emotional support, helping combat loneliness and cognitive decline — especially for those living alone or with limited human interaction.

(6) While the integration of robotics into healthcare does pose challenges — such as substantial implementation costs, the need for specialized training and concerns about diminished human connection — the long-term advantages far outweigh these limitations.

(7) As healthcare systems worldwide strive for greater accuracy, efficiency and inclusivity, robotics stands out as a catalyst for innovation. Its expanding role — from surgical precision to hospital automation and personalized patient care — heralds a future where technology and empathy coalesce to create a more advanced and humane healthcare ecosystem. (427 words)

Answer the following questions, based on the above passage:

  1. (i)

    According to paragraph 1, what impact has robotics had on healthcare operations? Mention any two.

    1 mark
  2. (ii)

    What does the use of the phrase 'from surgical theatres to outpatient clinics' convey about the scope of robotics in healthcare? (Paragraph 1).

    1 mark
  3. (iii)

    The phrase 'superior visualization, refined control and pinpoint accuracy' emphasizes the advanced capabilities of robotic systems in surgery. (Paragraph 2)

    Choose the correct response from the two options (A) or (B) to complete the following sentence.

    This highlights that robotic-assisted surgery primarily enhances __________.

    1. (A)the mechanical speed of operations with minimal supervision.
    2. (B)the precision and safety of complex surgical procedures.
    1 mark
  4. (iv)

    How does the writer emphasize the benefits of robotic-assisted surgery? (Paragraph 2)

    1. (A)highlights how robotics can replace surgeons in all types of procedures
    2. (B)shows how advanced systems improve accuracy and reduce patient trauma
    3. (C)suggests robotic surgeries are faster but less reliable than traditional ones
    4. (D)claims that robotics will eliminate the need for doctors in the future
    1 mark
  5. (v)

    Complete the following suitably with one reason, with reference to paragraph 3.
    Today, rehabilitation therapy is a more individualized and effective process because __________.

    1 mark
  6. (vi)

    Complete the analogy with one word from paragraph 4.
    necessary : essential : : emergence : __________

    1. (A)advent
    2. (B)automation
    3. (C)detection
    4. (D)intervention
    1 mark
  7. (vii)

    Support with evidence from paragraph 4, how robotics are being deployed to help maintain strict sanitation protocol.

    2 marks
  8. (viii)

    Why is there a need to develop assistive robots? (Paragraph 5)

    2 marks
  9. (ix)

    The integration of robotics into healthcare according to the given text is ironic because ___________.

    1. (A)very few patients register for robotics-assisted therapy
    2. (B)the country is not equipped to provide robots in villages
    3. (C)it has resulted in an increase in human isolation
    4. (D)human interaction has been enhanced with the use of AI
    1 mark
  10. (x)

    Which of the following best explains why robotics is considered a catalyst for innovation in healthcare despite its challenges? (Para 7)

    1. (A)Robotics merges technological precision with patient-centred care, improving both efficiency and empathy in healthcare delivery.
    2. (B)It eliminates human involvement in healthcare, making systems fully automated and cost-effective.
    3. (C)Although robotics comprises emotional connection, it is not favoured in spite of being faster than traditional care.
    4. (D)The high cost and complexity of robotics are outweighed by its ability to make healthcare impersonal but scalable.
    1 mark

Source: official question paper from cbse.gov.in (PDF). See it in the full 2026 board paper, set 301/5/1.

Hints

Open one hint at a time and try again before the next.

Hint 1

Re-read the paragraph named in each sub-part and pick out the exact phrase.

Hint 2

For the MCQs, eliminate options that say robots replace humans or lower reliability.

Hint 3

For the two-mark parts, write two separate points from the paragraph.

Step-by-step solution

Each step shows the marks it earns, as an examiner would award them. Checked by an independent re-solve from the question paper.

Verified: two independent solves agree and the official marking scheme matchesChecked 2026-11-01

  1. (i) Robotics is revolutionising how medical procedures are carried out, and it streamlines hospital operations, making healthcare more precise and efficient.

    1 mark

  2. (ii) The phrase shows that robotics has a wide scope, being used across many healthcare settings, from operating rooms to routine clinics.

    1 mark

  3. (iii) (B) the precision and safety of complex surgical procedures. Visualization, control and accuracy all improve surgical precision.

    1 mark

  4. (iv) (B) shows how advanced systems improve accuracy and reduce patient trauma. Paragraph 2 says the systems give accuracy and reduce trauma.

    1 mark

  5. (v) Robotic exoskeletons and motion-guided therapy systems enable real-time monitoring and adaptive treatment planning.

    1 mark

  6. (vi) (A) advent. 'Advent' is a synonym of 'emergence', just as 'essential' is of 'necessary'.

    1 mark

  7. (vii) Robots are used for room disinfection. They also provide contactless delivery of food and medicine, which reduces exposure risks and keeps hygiene protocols strict.

    2 marks

  8. (viii) Assistive robots are needed to support the elderly with medication reminders and vital-sign monitoring. They also give social engagement and emotional support, which helps combat loneliness and cognitive decline in those living alone.

    2 marks

  9. (ix) (C) it has resulted in an increase in human isolation.

    1 mark

  10. (x) (A) Robotics merges technological precision with patient-centred care, improving both efficiency and empathy.

    1 mark

Answer: (iii) B; (iv) B; (vi) A; (ix) C; (x) A; (i), (ii), (v), (vii) and (viii) answered in the steps

Where the marks are

  • (i) Any two impacts on healthcare operations (1 mark)
  • (ii) Wide scope across healthcare settings (1 mark)
  • (iii) B (1 mark)
  • (iv) B (1 mark)
  • (v) Exoskeletons, real-time monitoring or adaptive planning (1 mark)
  • (vi) A (1 mark)
  • (vii) Two evidences of sanitation use (2 marks)
  • (viii) Two needs of assistive robots (2 marks)
  • (ix) C (1 mark)
  • (x) A (1 mark)

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  • Chapter: Reading (unseen passages)

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