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NIOS · Class 10 · Home Science

What Health covers in NIOS Class 10 Home Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the NIOS Class 10 Home Science syllabus.

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4 Topics · NIOS Class 10 Home Science · 2026-27

Topics in Health

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1. Meaning and Dimensions of Health

  • Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well being and not merely the absence of disease.
  • A healthy person feels cheerful, energetic, and productive.
  • Health has three dimensions: physical, mental, and social.
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2. Signs of Good Health

  • Good physical health: energetic, alert, normal weight, shiny eyes, clean skin, healthy hair, odourless breath, good appetite, and sound sleep.
  • Good mental health: control over emotions, balanced ambitions, confidence, ability to face reality, and ability to handle stress.
  • Good social health: positive attitude, good relationships, responsibility, and ability to accept disagreement positively.
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3. Factors Affecting Personal Health

  • Personal health means care of oneself to remain healthy and free from diseases.
  • Balanced diet, hygiene, exercise, sleep, and avoiding harmful habits are key factors.
  • A balanced diet contains carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and fibres in correct proportion.
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4. Hygiene and Healthy Habits

  • The word hygiene comes from a Greek word hygiea that means goddess of health.
  • Healthy habits include brushing teeth, cutting nails, bathing daily, wearing clean clothes, and eating nutritious food.
  • Hands should be washed before eating and after using the toilet.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Health

Definition of HealthSigns of Good HealthFactors Affecting Personal HealthCommunity HealthImmunityNatural ImmunityAcquired ImmunityVaccination and Immunization

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What are the important topics in Health for NIOS Class 10 Home Science?
Key topics in Health include Meaning and Dimensions of Health, Signs of Good Health, Factors Affecting Personal Health, Hygiene and Healthy Habits. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the NIOS Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise Health for the NIOS Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 41 practice questions on Health. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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