How to prepare for social science for Class 10th Board Exam
Last Updated: Dec 11, 2025
How to prepare for social science for Class 10th Board Exam
How to prepare for Social science had always been a question in mind of students while they use to prepare for their class 10th board exam , even decades ago. Its well known fact that Social science is not a high scoring subject. Students always have to study many subject for this 80 marks or 100 marks depending on board.
Major subjects which are Part of Social Science syllabus of class 10th board exam are
- History
- Civics or Indian Polity
- Geography
- Econnomic
After the reintroduction of the board exams after a decade, CBSE has issued new guidelines on 8th October 2017 for the Class 10th Social Science board exam 2018. According to these guidelines, the Social Science paper will have a total of 27 questions, with options available within some questions. Additionally, there will be 1 map-based question from Geography, bringing the total to 28 questions. Out of the 27 main questions, students can also expect 1 more map-based question from History, making it essential for students to focus on both theoretical and map-related topics for thorough preparation.
Class 10th Social Science is very important in terms of future of a student as most of government exam syllabus is based on Class 10th syllabus of CBSE.
Previous year paper of class 10th sst board exam
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Focus on Word limit
While attempting the Social Science (SST) paper, many students often struggle with word limits and time management. It is crucial to keep in mind that the exam duration is 3 hours, so students should plan their time according to the marks assigned to each question. Allocating equal time per mark ensures that all questions are attempted efficiently, helping students maximize their scores while staying within the time limit. Proper time management and concise writing are key to performing well in the Class 10 Social Science board exam.
Marking scheme of questions for board Exam
| Expected Number of Questions | Marks of Each question | Number of words to be written |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | 1 | 30 |
| 11 | 3 | 80 |
| 7 | 5 | 100 |
| 2 | 2-4 | Maps to be marked |
| 26-28 including Map | 80 for Total Number of questions | 1900 to 2200 words should be used in 3 hours |
Board exam is not end of world and Social science has always been difficult for students. In 2018 many schools would not have teachers who would have them selves attempted for CBSE class 10th board exam. After CCE , board exam is being brought in process which was discontinued long back in 2009.
Guidance of quality teacher is very important for board exam. Although CBSE social science is Social science of day to day life and India and little about world. Parents do not get enough time now a days in their run for earning money to Pay for School fee, coaching Fee, Home tutor fee and ……………
Think a while what you do when you get stuck some where while preparing for board exam
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