CBSE CLASS 10 SOCIAL SCIENCE MODEL PAPER 2026: THE FINAL REVISION

 

CBSE CLASS 10 SOCIAL SCIENCE MODEL PAPER 2026: THE FINAL REVISION

Social Science is often seen as a "theory" subject, but the 2026 Board Exam focuses on your ability to analyze events and understand the functioning of a democracy. To score a 95+, you need to master the art of writing bulleted answers and precise map pointing.

SECTION A: OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS (20 MARKS)

Q1. Arrange the following events in chronological order: I. Non-Cooperation Movement II. Jallianwala Bagh Massacre III. Civil Disobedience Movement IV. Arrival of Simon Commission

  • (a) II, I, IV, III

  • (b) I, II, III, IV

  • (c) II, I, III, IV

  • (d) IV, III, II, I

Q2. Which soil is known as 'Regur' soil and is ideal for growing cotton?

  • (a) Alluvial Soil

  • (b) Red and Yellow Soil

  • (c) Black Soil

  • (d) Laterite Soil

Q3. Identify the power-sharing arrangement where power is shared among different organs of the government (Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary).

  • (a) Vertical distribution

  • (b) Horizontal distribution

  • (c) Federal distribution

  • (d) Community government

Q4. Which of the following is an example of the Tertiary sector?

  • (a) Agriculture

  • (b) Weaving

  • (c) Banking

  • (d) Mining

Q5. Assertion (A): The French revolutionaries introduced various measures and practices to create a sense of collective identity. Reason (R): Ideas of la patrie and le citoyen emphasized the notion of a united community.

  • (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

  • (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.

SECTION B: VERY SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS (8 MARKS)

Q6. Mention any two consequences of the Treaty of Vienna (1815).

Q7. What is 'Sustainable Development'?

Q8. Differentiate between 'Coming Together' and 'Holding Together' federations.

SECTION C: SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS (15 MARKS)

Q9. Why did Mahatma Gandhi decide to withdraw the Non-Cooperation Movement in 1922?

Q10. Explain any three steps taken by the government to protect wildlife in India.

Q11. "Tertiary sector is becoming the most important sector in India." Justify the statement with three reasons.

SECTION D: LONG ANSWER QUESTIONS (20 MARKS)

Q12. Explain the process of German Unification.

Q13. Compare and contrast the characteristics of Primitive Subsistence Farming and Intensive Subsistence Farming.

Q14. Discuss the various functions performed by Political Parties in a democracy.

Q15. How do Self-Help Groups (SHGs) help borrowers overcome the problem of lack of collateral?

SECTION E: CASE-BASED QUESTIONS (12 MARKS)

Q16. Case Study: Globalization and the Indian Economy Globalization has resulted in greater choice for consumers, who now enjoy improved quality and lower prices for several products. As a result, people today enjoy much higher standards of living than was possible earlier.

  1. What is the role of MNCs in the globalization process? (1M)

  2. State one negative impact of globalization on small producers. (1M)

  3. How can the government ensure "Fair Globalization" for its citizens? (2M)

SECTION F: MAP SKILL-BASED QUESTIONS (5 MARKS)

Q17. (a) History (2 Marks): On the outline map of India, identify:

  1. The place where the Indian National Congress session was held in September 1920.

  2. The place where Jallianwala Bagh incident occurred.

Q17. (b) Geography (3 Marks): On the same map, locate and label:

  1. Tehri Dam

  2. Noida Software Technology Park

  3. Meenambakkam International Airport

✅ QUICK ANSWER KEY & SOLUTIONS

  • Q1: (a) II (1919), I (1920), IV (1928), III (1930).

  • Q2: (c) Black Soil.

  • Q3: (b) Horizontal distribution.

  • Q4: (c) Banking.

  • Q6: Restoration of the Bourbon dynasty; formation of a series of states on French boundaries to prevent expansion.

  • Q9: Due to the Chauri Chaura incident where a peaceful protest turned violent.

  • Q15: SHGs encourage small savings; they provide loans without formal collateral based on group trust; members are jointly responsible for repayment.

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