CBSE Class 10 Social Science 2017 Previous Year Question Paper (Set-1)
This is the CBSE Class 10 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper from the 2017 Main Exam, Outside-Set-1. The paper contains a total of 30 questions and is designed to be completed within 3 hours, with a maximum of 90 marks. It is divided into different sections with varying word limits for answers. Questions 1 to 8 are Very Short Answer Questions worth 1 mark each, requiring answers within 30 words. Questions 9 to 20 are Short Answer Questions carrying 3 marks each, with answers not exceeding 80 words. Questions 21 to 28 are Long Answer Questions, each worth 5 marks and requiring answers within 120 words. Finally, questions 29 and 30 are map-based questions from 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 and performance in 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, divided into Very Short Answer (1 mark), Short Answer (3 marks), Long Answer (5 marks), and Map questions (3 marks each). The total marks are 90, and the allowed time is 3 hours.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- History
- Geography
- Social Science
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Question paper text
SET-1
कोड नं.
Series HRK
Roll No.
Code No.
32/1
रोल नं. 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 <math>\mathbf{8} + \mathbf{2}</math> मानचित्र हैं।
कृपया जाँच कर लें कि इस प्रश्न-पत्र में 30 प्रश्न हैं।
प्रश्न-पत्र में दाहिने हाथ की ओर दिए गए कोड नम्बर को छात्र उत्तर-पुस्तिका के मुख-पृष्ठ पर लिखें ।
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 पहेंगे और इस अवधि के दौरान वे उत्तर-पुस्तिका पर कोई उत्तर नहीं लिखेंगे ।
Please check that this question paper contains 8 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
अधिकतम अंक : 90
निर्धारित समय : 3 घण्टे Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 90
P.T.O.
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सामान्य निर्देश:
(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 का 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:
- 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 questions should not exceed 30 words each.
- Questions from serial number 9 to 20 are 3 marks questions. Answers to these questions should not exceed 80 words each.
- Questions from serial number 21 to 28 are 5 marks questions. Answers to these questions should not exceed 120 words each.
- Question numbers 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 document is the CBSE Class 10 Social Science Previous Year Question Paper from the 2017 Main Exam, Outside-Set-1, for board exam practice.
What is the total marks and duration for this paper?
The paper has a maximum of 90 marks and a duration of 3 hours.
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.
Are there any specific instructions for answering the questions?
Yes, there are word limits for each type of question (30 words for 1 mark, 80 words for 3 marks, 120 words for 5 marks) and specific instructions for map questions.
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