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Lists — Syllabus

CBSE · Class 11 · Computer Science

What Lists covers in CBSE Class 11 Computer Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 11 Computer Science syllabus.

44 questions84 flashcards6 formulas & key relations5 concepts

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 11 Computer Science · 2026-27

Topics in Lists

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1. Introduction to Lists

  • Elements of a list are enclosed in square brackets and separated by commas.
  • A list is ordered, so the position of each element matters.
  • A list is mutable, so its contents can be changed after creation.
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2. List Operations

  • The concatenation operator + joins two lists.
  • Concatenation does not change the original lists.
  • The repetition operator * repeats a list a specified number of times.
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3. Traversing a List

  • A list can be traversed using a for loop.
  • A list can also be traversed using range() and len().
  • A while loop can also be used for traversal.
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4. List Methods and Built-in Functions

  • list() with no argument creates an empty list.
  • list() with a sequence argument creates a list from that sequence.
  • append() adds a single element at the end of the list.

Key Concepts

Central concept: List as an ordered, mutable sequence data type in Python

List structureIndexingMutabilityList operationsTraversalBuilt-in functions and methodsNested listsCopying lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Lists for CBSE Class 11 Computer Science?
Key topics in Lists include Introduction to Lists, List Operations, Traversing a List, List Methods and Built-in Functions. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Lists for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 44 practice questions on Lists. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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