AP Intermediate History Syllabus is published on the official BIEAP website. Students can check and download the PDF from the link below. The syllabus covers a variety of topics, including the Indian National Movement, the Cold War, and the Rise of Globalisation. The Indian National campaign addresses issues such as the birth of nationalism in India, the various phases of the campaign for Indian independence, and the involvement of well-known figures in the movement. The causes of the Cold War, significant Cold War occurrences, and its resolution are all examples of Cold War topics.
Additionally, the syllabus includes several map exercises that teach students about the geographical components of the topics being addressed. All students who will be appearing for AP Class 12 exams should make sure they are properly preparing the whole syllabus. The students should review the curriculum and prepare a strategy that will help them to complete the syllabus on time. Go through the article to check the AP Intermediate History Syllabus 2025-26 in detail.
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AP Class 12 History Syllabus 2025-26
The BIEAP Class 12 History syllabus includes factors that contribute to the expansion of globalisation, its numerous characteristics, and its effects on different nations are all of which are covered in this area.
S.No | Chapters |
1. | Early story of Mankind |
Our Ancestors – Classification of Our Ancestor | |
Austrolopithecus Homo | |
The Evolution of Human Being | |
Early Humans: Shelter, Making Tools | |
Modes of Communication Language and Art | |
Hunter-Gatherer Societies | |
2. | The Oldest Civilization in World –Mesopotamia – Writing and City Life |
Mesopotamia Meaning | |
Mesopotamia Period of Time | |
Geographical Condition, Languages, Political Conditions & Cities | |
Economic Conditions | |
Society | |
Temples-Ziggurats | |
Ancient Mesopotamia’s Place in World History | |
3. | An Empire Across Three Continents |
Roman Empire across three continents | |
Julius Caesar | |
Successors of Augustus | |
Social order | |
The Legacy of Rome | |
4. | The Central Islamic Lands |
Rise and Expansion of Islam | |
The Crusades | |
Legacy of Islam | |
Madrasa of Baghdad in 1233 | |
5. | Nomadic Empire : Mongols, Chenghis Khan |
About Nomadic Empires | |
The Great Wall of China | |
The Life and Career of Chenghis Khan | |
The Mongol Dynasty | |
Chenghis Khan and The Mongols in World History | |
Chronology of Mongol Dynasty | |
Chronology of Mongol Dynasty | |
6. | Feudalism in Europe |
The Three orders | |
Factors Affecting Social and Economic Relations | |
A Fourth Order | |
The Crisis of the Fourteenth Century | |
7. | The Beginning of Modern Age |
Humanism | |
Study of Greek Literature | |
Impact of Renaissance | |
Reformation | |
Condition of Women | |
Counter Reformation | |
8. | French Revolution 1789 |
The Regime of Bourbon Dynasty | |
Influence of Literary men | |
Assembly of Notables :1787 | |
Estates General of 1789 | |
The Storming of Bastille | |
Abolition of feudalism | |
Declaration of the rights of man | |
Assembly – The Legislative Assembly | |
The March of Women to Versailles | |
Rule of National Convention | |
Reign of Terror | |
9. | Industrial Revolution |
Consequences of the Industrial Revolution and Imperialism | |
Over Crowded towns | |
Women – Children and Industrialisation | |
Protest Movements | |
Reforms Through Loss | |
10. | Liberation (Unification) Movements In Germany and Italy |
Contribution of Napoleon I | |
Carlsbad Decrees, 1819 | |
Impact of Revolution of 1830 on Germany | |
The Establishment of Zollverein | |
German Response to the Revolts of 1848 | |
Frankfurt Parliament | |
Influence of Italian Developments of 1859-61 on Germany | |
Role of William I, the king of Prussia in 1861 | |
Otto-Von Bismarck (1815-1898) | |
Treaty of Prague August 1866 | |
Role of Leaders | |
11. | Displacing Indigenous Peoples |
European Imperialism | |
Mutual Perceptions | |
The European who settled in America from 17th century | |
The Native Peoples Lose their Land | |
Constitutional Rights | |
The Development of Australia | |
12. | Paths of Modernisation |
China Dynasities | |
The Ages of the Philosophers | |
Confucius | |
Nationalism in China | |
The Opium Trade | |
Establishing the Republic | |
The Raise of the Communist party of China | |
Japan –Political System | |
The Meiji Restoration | |
13. | Contemporary World |
Organizing United Nations, Atlantic Charter, Washington Declaration 1942, Mascow Declaration (1943), Dumbartion Oaks conferences | |
The United Nations organization | |
Organs of U.N.O, General Assembly, Security Council, Economic and Social Council, Trusteeship council, The International Court of Justice, The Secretariat | |
Achievements of U.N.O, Kashmir Issue, Other Activities of the United Nations | |
Cold War | |
Non-Alignment Movement (NAM) | |
The Common Wealth | |
European Economic Community | |
The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries(OPEC) | |
South West African people’s Organization (SWAPO) | |
South Asian Association for Regional Co-operation (SAARC) |
AP Intermediate History 2025-26 Marking Scheme
Chapter-wise distribution of the AP Intermediate History exam 2024 has been provided in the table below. Students can check the question distribution along with the marks.
S.No. | Topics | Essay (8M) | Short Answer (4M) | Very Short Answer (2M) | Total Marks |
1. | History of Mankind | 5 | 2+2 | 09 | |
2. | Oldest Civilization in World- Mesopotamia | 10 | 2+2 | 14 | |
3. | An empire across three continents | 5 | 2+2 | 09 | |
4. | Central Islamic Lands | 10 | 2 | 12 | |
5. | Nomadic Empire | 5 | 2 | 07 | |
6. | Feudalism in Europe | 10 | 5 | 2 | 17 |
7. | Beginning of Modern times | 5 | 2+2+2+2 | 13 | |
8. | French Revolution | 10 | 5+5 | 2+2 | 24 |
9. | Industrial Revolution | 5 | 2 | 07 | |
10. | Democratic Movements | 10 | 5+5 (map) | 2+2 | 24 |
11. | Displaying Indigenous | - | - | - | |
12. | Path to modernization | 5 | 2 | 7 | |
13. | Contemporary History of the World | 5 | 2 | 7 | |
Total | 50 | 60 | 40 | 150 |
AP IntermediateHistory Syllabus 2025-26: How to Download
Students can visit the official website of the AP Board to download the syllabus. Follow the AP steps given below to download the latest syllabus:
Step 1: Visit the official website of the AP Board at https://bieap.apcfss.in/
Step 2: Find the “Syllabus and Resources” and click on Syllabus and Question Bank
Step 3: A list of various subjects will open on the screen
Step 4: Find your subjects and click on download