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ICSE vs CBSE computers
ICSE and CBSE
ICSE vs CBSE computers
| Board | Language | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| CBSE 12 | Python | 70 + 30 |
| ISC 12 | Java, BlueJ | 70 + 30 |
| ICSE 10 | Java, BlueJ | 100 + 100 |
Theory + practical or internal assessment
Parents often ask which board makes Computer Science harder. The honest answer is that the boards simply teach it differently.
The biggest difference is the language: CBSE uses Python, while ICSE and ISC are built around Java using BlueJ.
Neither is universally better. They reward slightly different learning styles, and a tutor must teach to the exact board your child studies.
Whatever your child's board, what matters most is a teacher who knows that exact syllabus well and teaches it patiently.
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