CBSE Class 10 Social Science 2017 Previous Year Question Paper (Set-2)
This is the CBSE Class 10 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper from the 2017 Main Exam, Delhi-Set-2. The paper contains a total of 30 questions and is designed for a maximum of 90 marks, with a duration of 3 hours. It is divided into different types of questions: Very Short Answer Questions (1 mark each, up to 30 words), Short Answer Questions (3 marks each, up to 80 words), and Long Answer Questions (5 marks each, up to 120 words). Additionally, there are map-based questions for History and Geography, each carrying 3 marks. Solving this board question paper is crucial for students to understand the exam pattern, marking scheme, and important topics, thereby enhancing their preparation for the upcoming board examinations.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 10 |
| Subject | Social Science |
| Session | 2017 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The question paper has 30 questions in total, with a maximum of 90 marks and a duration of 3 hours. It includes very short answer, short answer, long answer, and map-based questions.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Social Science
- History
- Geography
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Question paper text
SET-2
Series HRK/1
रोल नं.
Roll No.
कोड नं.
Code No. 32/1/2
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 11 + 2 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 30 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 11 printed pages + 2 maps.
- 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 30 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.
संकलित परीक्षा - II
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT - II
सामाजिक विज्ञान
SOCIAL SCIENCE
निर्धारित समय : 3 घण्टे [
Time allowed: 3 hours ]
[ अधिकतम अंक : 90
[ Maximum marks : 90
[P.T.O.
सामान्य निर्देशः
(i) इस प्रश्न-पत्र में कुल 30 प्रश्न हैं। सभी प्रश्न अनिवार्य हैं।
- प्रत्येक प्रश्न के अंक उसके सामने दिए गए हैं।
- प्रश्न संख्या 1 से 8 तक अति लघु-उत्तरीय प्रश्न हैं। प्रत्येक प्रश्न 1 अंक का है। इनमें से प्रत्येक प्रश्न का उत्तर 30 शब्दों से अधिक नहीं होना चाहिए।
- प्रश्न संख्या 9 से 20 तक प्रत्येक प्रश्न 3 अंक का है। इनमें से प्रत्येक प्रश्न का उत्तर 80 शब्दों से अधिक का नहीं होना चाहिए।
- प्रश्न संख्या 21 से 28 तक प्रत्येक प्रश्न 5 अंक का है। इनमें से प्रत्येक प्रश्न का उत्तर 120 शब्दों से अधिक का नहीं होना चाहिए।
- प्रश्न संख्या 29 और 30 इतिहास और भूगोल के मानचित्र संबंधी प्रश्न 3-3 अंक के हैं। इन्हें पूरा करने के बाद, मानचित्रों को उत्तर-पुस्तिका के अंदर नत्थी कर दीजिए।
General Instructions:
(i) The question paper has 30 questions in all. All questions are compulsory.
- Marks are indicated against each question.
- Questions from serial number 1 to 8 are Very Short Answer Questions. Each question carries 1 mark. Answers to these should not exceed 30 words.
- Questions from serial number 9 to 20 are 3 marks questions. Answers of these questions should not exceed 80 words each.
- Questions from serial number 21 to 28 are 5 marks questions. Answers of these questions should not exceed 120 words each.
- Question number 29 and 30 are map questions of 3 marks each from History and Geography both. After completion, attach the maps inside your answer-book.
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Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the CBSE Class 10 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper from the 2017 Main Exam, Delhi-Set-2, for board exam practice.
What is the duration and maximum marks for this paper?
The allowed time for this paper is 3 hours, and the maximum marks are 90.
How are the questions structured in this paper?
The paper includes Very Short Answer Questions (1 mark), Short Answer Questions (3 marks), Long Answer Questions (5 marks), and Map Questions (3 marks each).
What is the benefit of solving this previous year question paper?
Solving this previous year question paper helps students understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, improving their preparation and confidence for the board exams.
What is the word limit for different types of questions?
Very Short Answer Questions should not exceed 30 words, Short Answer Questions should not exceed 80 words, and Long Answer Questions should not exceed 120 words.
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