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CBSE · Class 11 · Psychology

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

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 11 Psychology · 2026-27

Topics in Thinking

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1. Nature of Thinking

  • Thinking is the base of all cognitive activities and processes.
  • Thinking is unique to human beings.
  • Thinking is an internal mental process and can only be inferred from overt behaviour.
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2. Processes of Thinking: Problem Solving, Reasoning, and Decision-making

  • Problem solving is goal-directed thinking.
  • Problem solving has an initial state and an end state connected by several mental operations.
  • Mental set is a tendency to repeat already tried mental operations or steps.
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3. Creative Thinking

  • Everyday creativity is different from special talent creativity.
  • Creative thinking is not only about novelty; originality is also necessary.
  • Creative thinking must be reality-oriented, appropriate, constructive, and socially desirable.
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4. Lateral Thinking and Six Thinking Hats

  • Edward de Bono used the term lateral thinking for what Guilford called divergent thinking.
  • Vertical thinking digs the same hole deeper.
  • Lateral thinking is concerned with digging a hole in another place.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Thinking as a human cognitive process

Nature of thinkingBuilding blocks of thoughtConcept formationProblem solvingReasoningJudgment and decision-makingCreative thinkingCreative process

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Thinking for CBSE Class 11 Psychology?
Key topics in Thinking include Nature of Thinking, Processes of Thinking: Problem Solving, Reasoning, and Decision-making, Creative Thinking, Lateral Thinking and Six Thinking Hats. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Thinking for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 85 practice questions on Thinking. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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