CBSE Class 8 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper
This document presents the CBSE Class 8 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper. It is divided into three sections: History, Civics, and Geography, with specific time limits and marks allocated for each. The History section, worth 35 marks and allotted 1 hour 10 minutes, covers topics like the Doctrine of 'Lapse', Modern Education, Pitt's India Act, Land Revenue settlements, the Revolt of 1857, Charter Acts, Sir Syed Ahmad Khan's contribution, Permanent and Mahalwari Settlements, Wood's Despatch, and map-marking questions. The Civics section, with 20 marks and 40 minutes, focuses on Collective Responsibility, Equality, Secularism, Zero Hour, the President of India, Fundamental Rights, Money Bills, and the powers of the Prime Minister and Speaker. The Geography section, also 35 marks and 1 hour 10 minutes, includes questions on land classification based on soil fertility, regur soil, and water conservation methods. Solving this previous year's board question paper is crucial for students to understand the exam pattern, question types, and marks distribution, thereby enhancing their preparation and performance.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 8 |
| Subject | Social Science |
| Language | English |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The paper is divided into History (35 Marks, 1hr.10mts), Civics (20 Marks, 40mts), and Geography (35 Marks, 1hr.10mts), with questions ranging from 1 to 5 marks.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Doctrine of Lapse
- Modern System of Education
- Pitt's India Act
- Land Revenue Settlements
- Revolt of 1857
- Charter Acts
- Sir Syed Ahmad Khan
- Permanent Settlement
- Mahalwari Settlement
- Wood's Despatch
- Collective Responsibility
- Equality
- Secularism
- Zero Hour
- President of India
- Fundamental Rights
- Right to Constitutional Remedies
- Money Bill
- Prime Minister Powers
- Lok Sabha Sessions
- Speaker Powers
- Lok Sabha Elections
- Land Classification
- Soil Fertility
- Regur Soil
- Water Conservation
Important topics
- Revolt of 1857
- Land Revenue Settlements
- Fundamental Rights
- Powers of Prime Minister and Speaker
- Water Conservation
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Question paper text
Std. 8
Time: 3 hrs.
HISTORY (Max. Marks : 35, Max.Time : 1hr.10mts)
- What was the "Doctrine of Lapse"? (1)
- List any two demerits of the Modern System of Education. <math>(\frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{2} = 1)</math>
- What were the provisions of the Pitt's India Act of 1784? <math>(1x3=3)</math>
- What was the impact of Land Revenue settlements on the Peasants? (3)
- Many Historians call the Revolt of 1857 India's First War of Independence. Why? (OR) British Historians call 1857 Revolt as a Sepoy Mutiny. Why? (3)
- Explain the Charter Acts of 1813, 1833 and 1853. (3)
- Highlight the contribution of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan to Muslim Education. (3)
- Explain the Permanent Settlement and the Mahalwari Settlement. List any two advantages of these Settlements for the British. <math>(1\frac{1}{2}+1\frac{1}{2}+2=5)</math>
- List the main provisions of the Wood's Despatch of 1854. (5)
- Explain the Political, Military and immediate causes of the Revolt Of 1857. <math>(2+2+1=5)</math>
- Mark the following on the outline Map of India:-
- A) Rani Lakshmibai led the Revolt from here.
- Bahadur Shah Zafar led the Revolt from here.
- Barrackpore.
CIVICS (M.Marks: 20, Time: 40mts)
(1)
- What is Collective Responsibility?
(1)
- What do you understand by the terms:
- Equality b) Secular.
- Explain the term "ZERO HOUR". (1)
- Who elects the President of India? What is his term of office? (1)
- List the Fundamental Rights mentioned in the Indian Constitution. Explain the Right to Constitutional Remedies. <math>(1\frac{1}{2}+1\frac{1}{2}=3)</math>
- What is a Money Bill? Explain. <math>(1x3=3)</math>
- Highlight the Powers of the Prime Minister. <math>(1x5=5)</math>
- Name the sessions held in the Lok Sabha. List the powers of the Speaker. What are the qualifications required to contest elections for the Lok Sabha. <math>(1\frac{1}{2}+2+1\frac{1}{2}=5)</math>
GEOGRAPHY (M.Marks-35; Time: 1hr. 10mts)
- How is land classified on the basis of soil fertility? <math>(\frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{2} = 1)</math>
- What is the other name for regur soil? (1)
- Briefly explain any 3 ways to conserve water? (3)
Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is a CBSE Class 8 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper, also known as a board question paper, for exam practice.
What subjects are covered in this paper?
This paper covers Social Science, including History, Civics, and Geography sections.
How does solving previous year papers help?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the board exam pattern, question types, and marks distribution, improving their preparation and confidence.
What is the total duration and marks for the paper?
The total duration is 3 hours, with History and Geography sections allotted 1 hour 10 minutes each, and Civics 40 minutes. The total marks are 90 (35+20+35).
What types of questions can be expected?
The paper includes a variety of questions, such as short answer questions, long answer questions, explanation-based questions, and map-marking questions.
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