CBSE Class 10 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper 2018 (Set-1)
This is the CBSE Class 10 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper from the 2018 Main Exam, Set-1. The paper is in Hindi and carries a maximum of 80 marks, with a duration of 3 hours. It comprises 26 questions divided into different types: Very Short Answer type questions (1 mark each) from serial number 1 to 7, Short Answer type questions (3 marks each) from serial number 8 to 18, and Long Answer type questions (5 marks each) from serial number 19 to 25. Additionally, there is a map-based question (serial number 26) with two parts: 2 marks for History and 3 marks for Geography. While there are no overall choices, internal choices are provided in some questions. Solving this previous year paper helps students understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, crucial for effective preparation and scoring well in the board examinations.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 10 |
| Subject | Social Science |
| Session | 2018 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The paper has 26 questions: 7 Very Short Answer (1 mark each), 11 Short Answer (3 marks each), 7 Long Answer (5 marks each), and 1 Map question (2+3 marks).
Topics covered
Paper topics
- History
- Geography
Important topics
- Map Question (History & Geography)
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Question paper text
SET - 1
Series : TYM
रोल नं.
Roll No.
कोड नं.
Code No.
32/1
परीक्षार्थी कोड को उत्तर-पुस्तिका के मुख-पृष्ठ पर
अवश्य लिखें। Candidates must write the Code on the
title page of the answer-book.
कृपया जाँच कर लें कि इस प्रश्न-पत्र में मुद्रित पृष्ठ 10 + 1 मानचित्र हैं।
प्रश्न-पत्र में दाहिने हाथ की ओर दिए गए कोड नम्बर को छात्र उत्तर-पुस्तिका के मुख-पृष्ठ पर लिखें।
कृपया जाँच कर लें कि इस प्रश्न-पत्र में 26 प्रश्न हैं।
- कृपया प्रश्न का उत्तर लिखना शुरू करने से पहले, प्रश्न का क्रमांक अवश्य लिखें।
इस प्रश्न-पत्र को पढ़ने के लिए 15 मिनट का समय दिया गया है । प्रश्न-पत्र का वितरण पूर्वाह्न में 10.15 बजे किया जाएगा । 10.15 बजे से 10.30 बजे तक छात्र केवल प्रश्न-पत्र को पढ़ेंगे और इस अवधि के दौरान वे उत्तर-पुस्तिका पर कोई उत्तर नहीं लिखेंगे।
Please check that this question paper contains 10 printed pages + 1 Map.
Code number given on the right hand side of the question paper should be written on the title page of the answer-book by the candidate.
Please check that this question paper contains 26 questions.
- Please write down the Serial Number of the question before attempting it.
- 15 minute time has been allotted to read this question paper. The question paper will be distributed at 10.15 a.m. From 10.15 a.m. to 10.30 a.m., the students will read the question paper only and will not write any answer on the answer-book during this period.
सामाजिक विज्ञान
SOCIAL SCIENCE
निर्धारित समय: 3 घण्टे
Time allowed: 3 hours
अधिकतम अंक : 80
Maximum Marks: 80
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सामान्य निर्देश :
(i) इस प्रश्न-पत्र में कुल 26 प्रश्न हैं। सभी प्रश्न अनिवार्य हैं।
- प्रत्येक प्रश्न के अंक उसके सामने दिए गए हैं।
- प्रश्न संख्या 1 से 7 तक अति लघु – उत्तरीय प्रश्न हैं । प्रत्येक प्रश्न 1 अंक का है ।
- प्रश्न संख्या 8 से 18 तक प्रत्येक प्रश्न 3 अंक का है । इनमें से प्रत्येक प्रश्न का उत्तर 80 शब्दों से अधिक का नहीं होना चाहिए।
- प्रश्न संख्या 19 से 25 तक प्रत्येक प्रश्न 5 अंक का है । इनमें से प्रत्येक प्रश्न का उत्तर 100 शब्दों से अधिक का नहीं होना चाहिए।
- प्रश्न संख्या 26 मानचित्र से सम्बंधित है। इसके दो भाग हैं 26(A) और 26(B)। 26(A) 2 अंक का इतिहास से तथा 26(B) 3 अंक का भूगोल से है । मानचित्र का प्रश्न पूर्ण होने पर उसे अपनी उत्तर- पुस्तिका के साथ नत्थी करें।
- पूर्ण प्रश्न-पत्र में विकल्प नहीं हैं। फिर भी कई प्रश्नों में आंतरिक विकल्प हैं। ऐसे सभी प्रश्नों में से प्रत्येक से आपको एक ही विकल्प हल करना है।
General Instructions:
(i) The question paper has 26 questions in all. All questions are compulsory.
- Marks are indicated against each question.
- Questions from serial number 1 to 7 are Very Short Answer type Questions. Each question carries one mark.
- Questions from serial number 8 to 18 are 3 marks questions. Answers of these questions should not exceed 80 words each.
- Questions from serial number 19 to 25 are 5 marks questions. Answers of these questions should not exceed 100 words each.
- Question number 26 is a map question. It has two parts 26(A) and 26(B). 26(A) of 2 marks from History and 26(B) of 3 marks from Geography. After completion attach the map inside your answer book.
- There is no overall choice. However, internal choice has been provided in some questions. You have to attempt only one of the alternatives in all such-questions.
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Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the official CBSE Class 10 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper from the 2018 Main Exam, Set-1.
What is the total marks and duration for the exam?
The Social Science paper is for a maximum of 80 marks and the allowed time is 3 hours.
How are the questions structured in this paper?
The paper includes Very Short Answer, Short Answer, Long Answer, and a Map-based question covering History and Geography.
Are there any choices available in the questions?
There is no overall choice in the question paper, but internal choices are provided within some questions.
How does solving previous year papers help students?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the board pattern, question types, and improve their marks in the final examination.
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