About the Book

The book ‘I.C.S.E. Commercial Applications’ for Class X has been thoroughly revised and upgraded according to the latest syllabus prescribed by the Council for Indian School Certificate Examination, New Delhi for the I.C.S.E. examinations. The focus of this paper is on application of basic concept and techniques.

The aims of this paper are as follows :
1. To develop in students a perceptive, sensitive and critical response to the role of business in a simple way.
2. To develop in students an analytical ability to balance the demands of social and business parameters with individual aspirations.
3. To help in creating an appreciation for the diverse roles of both the entrepreneur and the professional manager.
4. To develop an ability to work in and through teams.
5. To provide appropriate knowledge and skills as a basis for further study and work.

I am sure the book would prove useful to the concerned students. The book is written in a simple and lucid style. A large number of examples and illustrations are given to facilitate understanding. Question bank is given at the end of each chapter. Assignments and case studies are given to enable the students to score well in internal assessment. Latest ICSE Specimen Question Paper (Solved) is given at the end of book. Solved ICSE Past Years’ Examination Question Papers can also be accessed through given QR Codes.

This edition also includes an Exam Booster, which focuses on competency-based questions as released by the CISCE. It also contains examination questions from 2024, the Specimen Paper 2024, Assertion- Reasoning questions, Statement-based questions, Picture-based questions, and True/False questions. This supplement is designed to help students prepare thoroughly for the latest examination pattern.

Suggestions for improvement of the book are most welcome and shall be gratefully acknowledged.

— Dr. C.B. Gupta