CBSE Class 10 Social Science 2016 Previous Year Question Paper (Set-1)
This is the CBSE Class 10 Social Science Board Exam Previous Year Question Paper for 2016, specifically Set-1 (Code 32/1). The paper is divided into 30 questions, with all questions being compulsory. It includes 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 28. Additionally, there are two map questions, one each from History and Geography, carrying 3 marks each. The total marks for the paper are 90, and the allotted time is 3 hours. Solving this previous year paper provides valuable practice, helping students understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, ultimately aiding in better preparation and performance.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 10 |
| Subject | Social Science |
| Session | 2016 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The paper contains 30 questions in total. Questions 1-8 are 1 mark each, 9-20 are 3 marks each (max 80 words), and 21-28 are 5 marks each (max 100 words). Questions 29-30 are map questions worth 3 marks each.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- History
- Geography
- Social Science
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Question paper text
SET-1
Series JSR
रोल नं.
कोड नं. 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.
Roll No.
कृपया जाँच कर लें कि इस प्रश्न-पत्र में मुद्रित पृष्ठ 8 + 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 अविध 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
निर्धारित समय : 3 घण्टे Time allowed: 3 hours
अधिकतम अंक : 90
Maximum Marks: 90
32/1
P.T.O. 1
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।
- 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 100 शब्दों से अधिक का नहीं होना चाहिए।
- प्रश्न संख्या 29 और 30 इतिहास और भूगोल के मानचित्र वाले प्रश्न प्रत्येक 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.
- 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 100 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 official CBSE Class 10 Social Science Previous Year Board Question Paper from the 2016 Main Exam (Set-1).
What is the total marks and duration for this paper?
The paper is for a maximum of 90 marks and has a duration of 3 hours.
How are the questions structured in this paper?
The paper consists of 30 questions divided into Very Short Answer (1 mark), Short Answer (3 marks), Long Answer (5 marks), and Map questions (3 marks each).
Why is solving previous year papers important for Class 10 Social Science?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the exam pattern, marking scheme, and types of questions asked, improving their confidence and performance in the board exams.
What is the code for this specific question paper?
The code for this question paper is 32/1.
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