The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has uploaded subject-wise sample papers for the upcoming Class 10 board exams for the academic year 2024-25. Among these, the Social Science Sample Paper has been made available on the official CBSE website: cbseacademic.nic.in. Students are encouraged to download the sample papers and begin their exam preparations. These sample papers help familiarize students with the updated board exam pattern and real exam-level questions. A direct link to download the Class 10 Social Science Sample Paper 2024-25 along with solutions is shared in the article.
CBSE Class 10 Social Science Sample Paper Overview
The Social Science sample paper covers topics from History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics. It includes important chapters such as:
- History: “The Rise of Nationalism in Europe,” “Nationalism in India”
- Geography: “Resources and Development,” “Water Resources”
- Political Science: “Power Sharing,” “Federalism”
- Economics: “Development,” “Sectors of the Indian Economy”
By practicing with the sample paper, students will gain confidence and improve their time management skills for the actual exam. Additionally, it helps identify weak areas and gives a clear understanding of the exam pattern and question format.
Exam Pattern for CBSE Class 10 Social Science 2024-25
The updated exam pattern consists of:
- 50% competency-based questions (MCQs, case-based, and questions requiring integration of information).
- 20% multiple-choice questions.
- 30% short and long answer questions.
The paper includes 37 questions divided into sections A to F:
- Section A: 20 MCQs of 1 mark each.
- Section B: Very Short Answer questions (2 marks each, answers within 40 words).
- Section C: Short Answer questions (3 marks each, answers within 60 words).
- Section D: Long Answer questions (5 marks each, answers within 120 words).
- Section E: Case-based questions (4 marks each, answers within 100 words).
- Section F: Map-based questions (5 marks in total).
Visually impaired candidates will be provided with alternative questions in place of visual inputs and maps.
CBSE Class 10 Social Science Sample Questions
Here are some sample questions from the Social Science sample paper:
- Why did nationalists in late-19th century India focus on folklore?
- Answer: (B) To restore a sense of pride in traditional culture and national identity.
- Significance of 43% land under plains in India?
- Answer: (A) It provides facilities for agriculture and industry.
- Which route to federation did Belgium opt for?
- Answer: (A) Coming together.
- What does ‘Equal treatment of women’ mean in a democratic society?
- Answer: (B) It is now easier for women to legally wage struggle for their rights.
- The rise of multiple political parties in India is due to:
- Answer: (C) Linguistic and regional diversity.
These questions give a glimpse into the structure and type of questions students will encounter in the board exams. Solving such papers can reduce exam stress and increase confidence for the final examination.
Direct Download Link: Class 10 SST Sample Paper with Solutions PDF
