CBSE Class 8 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper 2004
This is the CBSE Class 8 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper from 2004, carrying a total of 90 marks and a duration of 3 hours. The paper is divided into sections with varying marks per question. Questions 1 to 9 are worth 1 mark each, questions 10 to 21 carry 3 marks each, and questions 22 to 29 are 5 marks each. A specific map question is also included, worth 5 marks. The general instructions emphasize that all questions are compulsory, and students should read the paper carefully and attempt all parts of a question together. Solving this previous year's paper will help students understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, enabling them to prepare effectively for their board examinations.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 8 |
| Subject | Social Science |
| Session | 2004 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The paper consists of 1-mark, 3-mark, and 5-mark questions, with a dedicated map question carrying 5 marks.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Mahalwari system
- Hitler's Germany
- French Law 2004
- Indian Constituencies
- Presidential Resignation
- Rajya Sabha Members
- Natural Resources
- Soil Erosion
- Oldest Rocks
- Slave Trade
- Nij Cultivation
- Revolt of 1857
- Sepoy Mutiny
- Public Facilities
- Indian Constitution
- Secular State
- Reservation Policy
- Right to Vote
- Resource Conservation
- Landslides
- Natural Gas vs. Bio Gas
- European Companies Competition
Important topics
- Revolt of 1857
- Secular State
- Reservation Policy
- Resource Conservation
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Question paper text
Date: Class: VIII
Social Science
Time:3 hrs M.M: 90
General Instructions:
- All the questions are compulsory
- Read the question paper carefully.
- Attempt all parts of a question together.
- Questions from serial numbers. 1 to 9 are 1 mark question.
- Questions 10 to 21 are 3 marks questions
- Question 22 to 29 are 5 marks each
- Map question carries 5 marks.
1 Name the Englishman who devised the new system of Mahalwari. 2 Who am I? I am a religious group that was persecuted during Hitler's Germany? 3 Which law was passed by France in February 2004? 1 How many constituencies are currently there in India? 2 If the President has to resign, to whom will he send his resignation? 3 How many elected & nominated members are there in the Rajya Sabha? 4 Uranium found in Ladakh can be categorized under which type of natural resource? 1
5 Kabir lives in a village of Himachal Pradesh and finds difficulty in cropping the land as it is prone 1
to soil erosion. Suggest one way so that he can overcome this problem. 6 Where will you find the world's oldest rocks. 1
7 Does the slave trade still exist in South Africa? Give at least two probable reasons for your answer. <math>1+2=3</math>
8 What were the problems faced under the 'nij' cultivation? 3
9 Enumerate any three economic causes for the Revolt of 1857. 3
10 The revolt which began as a' sepoy mutiny' become a popular rebellion? Evaluate. 3
11 Write a short note on "water supply as a part fundamental Right to Life". 3
12 What are public facilities? Mention its important characteristics? <math>1+2=3</math>
13 Discuss the objectives laid down by the Constitution of India for a secular state? 3
14 Do you think reservation for 'dalits' and 'women' in India has helped in uplifting their position in 3
the society? Is there a need to continue with the reservation policy in the current scenario? Give reasons to support your answer 15 The nationalist movement supported the idea that all the adults have a right to vote. Justify. 3
16 What is a resource? Why is there a need to conserve resources? <math>1+2=3</math>
17 What are landslides? State any two mitigation mechanism for landslides. <math>1+2=3</math>
18 Differentiate between natural gas and bio gas. 3
19 There was a lot of competition amongst the European companies during the 17<sup>th</sup> century and 18<sup>th</sup> century. Comment
2+3=5
Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the CBSE Class 8 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper from the year 2004, designed for board exam practice.
What is the total marks and duration for this paper?
The paper is for 90 marks and has a duration of 3 hours.
How are the questions structured in this paper?
The paper includes 1-mark, 3-mark, and 5-mark questions, along with a 5-mark map question.
Why is solving previous year papers important for students?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the exam pattern, question difficulty, and marking scheme, which is crucial for effective preparation and scoring well.
What subjects are covered in this Social Science paper?
The paper covers topics from History, Geography, and Civics relevant to the CBSE Class 8 Social Science curriculum.
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