IGNOU CAL students can get the Basics of Arabic (BAL-1) Previous Year Question Papers as a PDF for exam practice. The subject introduces basic Arabic language skills and gives students a simple starting point for reading and communication. The paper is worth 8 credits, and papers are available in English and Arabic.
A bit of practice with question papers from previous terms improves time management. It also builds examination confidence before the Term-End Examination. Download the BAL-1 Previous Year Question Papers below. They're worth going through before the December 2026 TEE.
| Exam Session | View | Download |
|---|---|---|
| June 2026 Latest | 👁 View PDF | ⬇ Download |
| December 2025 | 👁 View PDF | ⬇ Download |
| June 2025 | 👁 View PDF | ⬇ Download |
| December 2024 | 👁 View PDF | ⬇ Download |
| December 2024 | June 2024 |
| December 2023 | June 2023 |
| December 2022 | June 2022 |
| December 2021 | June 2021 |
| December 2020 | June 2020 |
| December 2019 | June 2019 |
| December 2018 | June 2018 |
BAL-1 Previous/Old Paper Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme(s) | CAL |
| Course Code | BAL-1 |
| Course Title | Basics of Arabic |
| Credits | 8 |
| School | School of Foreign Languages (SOFL) |
| University | IGNOU |
| Medium | English, Arabic |
| Question Paper Till | June 2026 |
| Resource Type | Previous Year Question Papers (PDF) |
IGNOU BAL-1 Previous Year Question Papers FAQs
How can students get BAL-1 old papers?
ignoubaba.com provides the BAL-1 old paper PDFs. Download the sessions you need and keep the files arranged for regular practice.
What is a good way to revise with BAL-1 papers?
Use Basics of Arabic papers for short practice sessions. Check what you could answer confidently, then return to weaker areas in the study material.
How many papers should a student solve?
Three to five papers are a practical starting range. Add more only when you have enough time to review each attempt properly.