Articles
Learn Articles with notes, examples, and practice questions.
Chapter Overview
Class 11 articles for magazines or supplements explore social, environmental, or youth topics in 150–200 words — analytical depth greater than Class 10, with data, examples, and balanced viewpoint.
Enhanced Structure
- Title + by-line
- Introduction: context and thesis
- Body: arguments with evidence; counter-view optional
- Conclusion: recommendation or open question
Style
- Semi-formal to formal register
- Varied sentence length
- Active voice preferred for clarity
- Avoid plagiarism — original examples
Solved Examples
Step-by-step solutions — read each step before checking the final answer.
Thesis statement
Topic: Screen addiction among teens — one-line thesis.
- 1Clear position
Answer
Unchecked screen time is reshaping adolescent attention, sleep, and real-world relationships — schools and parents must act together.
Counter-view
Add one sentence acknowledging opposite view on online learning.
- 1Fairness strengthens credibility
Answer
While online classes improved access during the pandemic, they cannot replace the social learning of a physical classroom.
Key Points to Remember
- ✓ Depth over breadth — 2–3 well-developed points
- ✓ Statistics must be plausible; do not fabricate wildly
- ✓ Audience: educated general reader
- ✓ Link to SDGs or national schemes if relevant (Digital India)
Exam Tips
- • Outline before writing
- • Strong title — not 'Article on X'
- • Paragraph unity — one idea each
- • Proofread for agreement and spelling
Practice MCQs — Articles
Test your understanding with topic-wise multiple choice questions. Explanations appear after each answer.
Class 11 article is longer than Class 10 — about: