Python programming
In the CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) curriculum, Python programming is introduced as part of the computer science subject in secondary and senior secondary levels (Classes IX to XII). The curriculum focuses on building foundational computational thinking and programming skills using Python, which is widely recognized for its simplicity and readability. ### Key Aspects of Python Programming in CBSE Curriculum: 1. **Basic Concepts**: - Introduction to Python, understanding of syntax, variables, data types (integers, strings, lists, tuples, dictionaries). - Control structures (if-else, loops) and their application in solving basic problems. 2. **Functions**: - Defining and calling functions, scope of variables, passing arguments, and return values. - Built-in functions and user-defined functions. 3. **File Handling**: - Reading from and writing to files, understanding file modes, and handling exceptions related to file input/output. 4. **Data Structures**: