CBSE Class 9 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper 2015-16
This CBSE Class 9 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper for the 2015-16 Term II (SA-II) examination is designed for comprehensive practice. The paper has a total of 30 questions and is worth a maximum of 90 marks, with a duration of 3 hours. It is divided into different question types: very short answer questions (1 mark each) from serial number 1 to 8, short answer questions (3 marks each) from serial number 9 to 20, and long answer questions (5 marks each) from serial number 21 to 26. Additionally, there are map questions (27-28) carrying 3 marks each, and OTBA questions (29-30) worth 5 marks each. Answering the 3-mark questions should not exceed 80 words, and for 5-mark questions, the limit is 120 words. Solving this board question paper helps students understand the exam pattern, time management, and question difficulty, thereby improving their preparation for the final exams.
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| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 9 |
| Subject | Social Science |
| Session | 2015-16 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The question paper contains 30 questions in total, divided into very short answer (1 mark), short answer (3 marks), long answer (5 marks), map questions (3 marks), and OTBA questions (5 marks). The total marks are 90 and the time duration is 3 hours.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- History
- Geography
- Political Science
- Economics
- OTBA
Important topics
- History Chapters 4-8
- Geography Chapters 4-6
- Political Science Chapters 4-6
- Economics Chapters 3-4
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Question paper text
TERM II (SA-II) 2015-2016 Subject- Social Science
Class-IX
SI. Subject Chapter LA SA VSA Мар- Total
No. Work
History Chapter-4 5(1) 6(2) 3(1) 14(4)
2 Chapter-5 5(1) 6(2) 3(1) 14(4)
3 Chapter-6 5(1) 6(2) 3(1) 14(4)
4 Chapter-7 5(1) 3(1) 1(1) 9(3)
5 Chapter-8 5(1) 3(1) 1(1) 9(3)
Total 23(7)
7 Geography Chapter-4 6(2) 3(1) 9(3)
8 Chapter-5 5(1) 3(1) 1(1) 9(3)
9 Chapter-6 5(1) 5(1)
Total 23(7)
10 Political Chapter-4 5(1) 2(2) 7(3)
11 Science Chapter-5 6(2) 1(1) 7(3)
12 Chapter-6 5(1) 3(1) 8(2)
Total 22(8)
13 Economics Chapter-3 6(2) 1(1) 7(3)
14 Chapter-4 3(1) 2(2) 5(3)
OTBA 10(2) 10(2)
Total 22(8)
Grand Total 90(30)
TERM II (SA-II) 2015-2016
Subject- Social Science
Class- IX
Time 3 Houre
Maximum Marks-90
General Instructions: -
- The question paper has 30 questions in all. All questions are compulsory.
- Questions from serial number 1 to 8 are very short answer questions. Each question carries 1 mark.
- Questions from serial number 9 to 20 are 3 marks questions. Answer of these questions should not exceed 80 words each.
- Questions from serial number 21 to 26 are 5 marks questions. Answer of these questions should not exceed 120 words each.
- Question number 27 to 28 is map questions. After completion, attach the map inside your answer book.
- Questions number 29 to 30 of OTBA are 5 marks each questions.
सामान्य निर्देश:-
- प्रश्न पत्र मे कुल 30 प्रश्न है। सभी प्रश्न अनिवार्य है।
- प्रश्न संखया 1 से 8 तक अति लधुउत्तरीय प्रश्न है। सभी प्रश्न के लिए 1 अंक निश्चित है।
- प्रश्न संख्या 9 से 20 तक के प्रश्न 3 अंक के है। इन प्रश्न के उत्तर 80 शब्दों से अधिक नहीं होने चाहिए।
- प्रश्न संख्या 21 से 26 तक के प्रश्न पॉच अंक के है। इन प्रश्नों के उत्तर 120 शब्दों से अधिक नही होना चाहिए।
- प्रश्न संख्या 27 और 28 मानचित्र प्रश्न है जो तीन अंक भूगोल तथा 3 अंक इतिहास से हैं। प्रश्न पूरा होने पर मानचित्र को उत्तर पुस्तिका में संलग्न करें।
- प्रश्न संख्या 29 और 30 ओ0 टी0 बी0 ए0 प्रश्न है जो पॉच-पॉच अंक के है।
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Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the CBSE Class 9 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper for the Term II (SA-II) examination held in 2015-16.
What is the total marks and time duration for the exam?
The exam is for a maximum of 90 marks and has a duration of 3 hours.
How are the questions structured in this paper?
The paper includes very short answer, short answer, long answer, map, and OTBA questions, with specific word limits for different mark categories.
Why is solving previous year papers important for Class 9 Social Science?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the exam pattern, question types, marking scheme, and time management, leading to better preparation and improved scores.
What subjects are covered in this Social Science paper?
This paper covers History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics, along with OTBA components.
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