About the Book

This thoroughly revised edition of ICSE Commercial Applications for Class IX has been prepared in strict accordance with the latest syllabus prescribed by the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), New Delhi.

According to the Council, the subject of Commercial Applications at the Class IX level is aimed at:

1. Developing in students a perceptive, sensitive, and critical understanding of the role of business in society.

2. Cultivating an analytical ability that balances social and business parameters with personal aspirations.

3. Instilling an appreciation for the diverse roles of entrepreneurs and professional managers.

4. Encouraging the ability to collaborate and work effectively in teams.

5. Providing a solid foundation of knowledge and skills for future academic or professional pursuits.

This book has been specially designed to meet these learning objectives and to cover the entire course content for Class IX comprehensively and engagingly.

Salient Features of the Book

• Full coverage of the latest ICSE syllabus.

• Use of tables and diagrams to enhance clarity and visual learning.

• Chapter summaries for quick revision.

• A wide variety of Objective Type Questions, including:

  • Assertion and Reasoning

  • Statement-Based

  • Picture-Based

  • Case Study-Based Questions

• Short Answer and Long Answer Type Questions at the end of each chapter.

• Competency-Based Questions to develop analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Illustrations and examples from Indian commercial organisations for contextual relevance.

• Written in a simple, lucid, and conversational style to facilitate easy comprehension.

• Includes 10 Solved Projects and 12 Unsolved Projects.

• Model Test Papers and a Glossary provided at the end of the book for effective exam preparation.

This edition incorporates valuable feedback from students and teachers, and I hope it proves to be a practical and helpful resource for learners. I welcome all constructive suggestions for the further improvement of this book and shall gratefully acknowledge them.

– Dr. C.B. Gupta