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NIOS · Class 10 · Home Science

What Housing 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 Housing

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1. House and Home

  • Home and house are commonly used interchangeably but differ in meaning.
  • A house is a physical construction made of brick, sand, cement, stone etc.
  • A house becomes a home when family members live there and enjoy happiness, love, affection, health, ease, comfort, social activities, and entertainment.
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2. Functions of a Home

  • The four functions of a home are protective, economic, educative, and social/religious.
  • Protective function includes security, shelter, protection from weather, animals, dacoits, and enemies.
  • Economic function includes value in money, social status, pride, prestige, and income-generating work.
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3. Site Selection for a House

  • A site is the place where a house is constructed.
  • Important aspects of site selection are neighbourhood, physical features, soil, sanitary requirements, and practical convenience.
  • Neighbourhood should have electricity, roads, drainage, and nearby facilities like post office, bank, school, and market.
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4. Areas in the House and Planning of Rooms

  • An ideal home provides space for all family functions.
  • Common activities in a home include cooking, eating, sleeping, bathing, storing, entertaining, and studying.
  • Multifunctional use of rooms and furniture helps in small houses.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Housing as a home, its site selection, room planning, and hygiene

House and homeFunctions of a homeSite selection for a houseAreas in the houseLightingVentilationSanitation and cleanlinessGarbage disposal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Housing for NIOS Class 10 Home Science?
Key topics in Housing include House and Home, Functions of a Home, Site Selection for a House, Areas in the House and Planning of Rooms. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the NIOS Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise Housing for the NIOS Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 100 practice questions on Housing. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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