Create CBSE Class 10 Social Science board-pattern question papers covering History, Geography, Political Science & Economics — fully aligned with the 2025-26 examination format. Every paper includes all 5 sections (A to E), map work, source-based questions, 50% competency-based MCQs, and step-wise marking schemes with answer keys.
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The CBSE Class 10 Social Science Question Paper Generator by SchoolDeck is a free AI-powered tool that helps teachers, tutors, and students create board-pattern question papers for Social Science (Code 087) within minutes. It covers all four subjects — History (India and the Contemporary World – II), Geography (Contemporary India – II), Political Science (Democratic Politics – II), and Economics (Understanding Economic Development) — in a single integrated paper, exactly as required in the CBSE board examination.
Whether you need a full 80-mark board exam mock paper, a subject-specific unit test, a half-yearly examination, or targeted chapter-wise revision sheets, this generator produces professionally formatted papers that precisely match the CBSE 2025-26 examination blueprint. It automatically includes source-based passage questions, map-based questions, assertion-reasoning MCQs, and the correct proportion of competency-based questions as mandated by CBSE.
Every generated paper comes with a step-wise marking scheme and full answer key — making it equally valuable for both classroom assessments and independent student practice.
Official 80-Mark Theory Paper Blueprint — Subject-Wise Weightage
| Subject | NCERT Textbook | Key Topics | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| History | India and the Contemporary World – II | Nationalism in Europe, Nationalism in India (Non-Cooperation Movement, Civil Disobedience Movement), Making of a Global World, Age of Industrialisation, Print Culture | 20 |
| Geography | Contemporary India – II | Resources & Development, Forest & Wildlife, Water Resources, Agriculture, Minerals & Energy, Manufacturing Industries, Lifelines of National Economy | 20 |
| Political Science | Democratic Politics – II | Power Sharing, Federalism (Belgium–Sri Lanka), Gender, Religion & Caste, Political Parties, Outcomes of Democracy | 20 |
| Economics | Understanding Economic Development | Development, Sectors of the Indian Economy, Money & Credit, Globalisation, Consumer Rights | 20 |
| Total Theory Examination | 80 | ||
| Internal Assessment | 20 | ||
| Grand Total | 100 | ||
Source: CBSE Academic Session 2025-26 Curriculum for Social Science (Code 087). Each of the four subjects carries an equal weightage of 20 marks (25%) in the theory paper.
The SchoolDeck generator precisely follows this section structure in every board-pattern paper
20 questions including MCQs, Assertion-Reasoning questions, Source-based MCQs, and Map-based MCQs. Tests factual recall and basic conceptual understanding across all four subjects — History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics. No internal choice.
3 questions with internal choice. Requires concise, 2-3 sentence answers. Covers specific facts, definitions, and brief explanations — e.g., "Why did Gandhiji suspend the Non-Cooperation Movement in 1922?" or "Define the term Sovereignty."
5 questions with internal choice. Analytical answers of 60-80 words. Tests comparative reasoning, cause-effect relationships, and interpretation — e.g., differences between formal and informal credit, federal features of Indian Constitution, impact of globalisation on workers.
3 detailed questions with internal choice. Requires structured, point-wise answers of 100-120 words covering complex topics — e.g., explain the role of political parties in a democracy, describe the factors affecting the location of industries, explain the significance of the Civil Disobedience Movement.
3 passage-based questions with 3-4 sub-parts each. One each from History (primary source/extract), Geography/Economics (data/diagram-based), and Political Science (case scenario). Tests reading comprehension, inference, and application of Social Science concepts.
Integrated into the paper as a mandatory component. History Map (6 marks): Identification and labelling of places related to national movements, events, and trade routes. Geography Map (6 marks): Location and labelling of resources, industries, rivers, ports, and agricultural zones on an outline map of India.
| Section | Questions | Marks Each | Total Marks | Internal Choice |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A — Objective/MCQ | 20 | 1 | 20 | No |
| B — VSA | 3 | 2 | 6 | Yes |
| C — Short Answer | 5 | 3 | 15 | Yes |
| D — Long Answer | 3 | 5 | 15 | Yes |
| E — Source Based | 3 | 4 | 12 | Yes (sub-parts) |
| Map Work (History + Geography) | 2 | 6 | 12 | No |
| Total | 36 Questions | 80 Marks | ||
4 simple steps — no sign-up needed to get started
Choose CBSE → Class 10 → Social Science (087). The tool auto-loads the official 2025-26 syllabus covering all four subjects — History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics.
Select full syllabus for a board mock, or choose specific subjects and chapters — e.g., only Nationalism in India + Agriculture for a mid-term. Set difficulty as Easy, Medium, Hard, or Mixed.
Select Board Exam Pattern (80 marks with map work), Half Yearly, Quarterly, Unit Test, or Chapter-wise Worksheet. The AI automatically applies the correct section structure, question types, and map inclusion.
Click Generate. Review the question paper and marking scheme on screen. Download as PDF or DOCX — with or without the answer key — and print directly for your class.
All 22 chapters across four NCERT textbooks — fully covered in our question bank
🗺 Map Work Coverage — History: Centres of National Movement, Peasant Movements, Trade Routes, Plantation Sites | Geography: Soil Types, Dams, Power Plants, Industries, Ports, Agricultural Zones
Designed specifically for the multi-subject complexity of CBSE Class 10 SST
Every board-pattern paper automatically includes both History and Geography map questions with correct marks allocation. Outline maps are generated with proper identification and labelling tasks — no manual insertion needed.
Rich library of authentic historical sources, statistical data, case studies, and news extracts aligned to NCERT chapters. Each source comes with 3-4 analytical sub-questions at various cognitive levels.
Automatically includes the CBSE-mandated proportion of higher-order thinking (HOTS) questions — application, analysis, evaluation, and inference-based questions across all four subjects.
The AI engine ensures every paper maintains the exact 20-20-20-20 marks balance across History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics. The subject weightage is always preserved.
Every answer includes marks-per-point allocation matching CBSE board evaluation standards — with key points, value-based answers, and map-marking instructions clearly laid out for evaluators.
Generate Set A, B, C, D simultaneously — each with different questions from the same syllabus and equal difficulty. Ideal for large exam halls, preventing copying, and managing multiple sections.
Download the question paper and answer key as separate files. Add your school name, logo, and custom instructions before printing. Works seamlessly for both digital and physical distribution.
Need a History-only test or an Economics chapter test? Select individual subjects or chapters for targeted assessment. The AI re-calibrates section distribution and marks accordingly.
Save 4-5 hours per paper. Generate unit tests, half-yearly papers, and pre-board mocks across History, Geography, Civics & Economics in minutes with proper map work included.
Create standardized, blueprint-compliant papers across all Class 10 sections simultaneously. Generate multiple sets (A/B/C/D) with consistent difficulty and complete marking schemes.
Practice with unlimited board-pattern mock papers covering all subjects. Use step-wise answer keys to understand the CBSE marking scheme and maximize board exam scores.
SchoolDeck also helps generate papers and documentation for the 20-mark continuous internal evaluation component of Class 10 Social Science:
10 Marks — Best of two periodic written tests administered during the academic year. SchoolDeck generates blueprint-aligned unit test papers.
5 Marks — Student portfolio including subject enrichment activities, map work records, and project on a Social Science topic.
5 Marks — Map-based skill assessment: students complete and submit map records throughout the year covering both History and Geography mapping tasks.
From the 2024-25 session onwards, CBSE has mandated that approximately 50% of questions in the Class 10 Social Science board paper must be competency-based. These go beyond textbook recall — students must apply their learning to new situations, interpret data and sources, analyze maps, and demonstrate real-world understanding of Social Science concepts.
Examples of competency-based questions in Class 10 Social Science include:
SchoolDeck's AI generator automatically maintains the correct ratio of competency-based to knowledge-based questions in every generated paper, ensuring complete alignment with the CBSE 2025-26 board examination format and preparing students effectively for the actual board exam.
Why creating a Class 10 Social Science paper manually is uniquely difficult
Everything you need to know about generating CBSE Class 10 Social Science question papers
The CBSE Class 10 Social Science (Code 087) theory paper carries 80 marks, divided equally across four subjects: History (20 marks), Geography (20 marks), Political Science (20 marks), and Economics (20 marks). Internal Assessment carries an additional 20 marks, making the grand total 100 marks.
Yes. Every board-pattern paper includes 3 Source/Case-Based questions in Section E (12 marks) drawn from History, Geography, and Economics/Political Science passages. It also includes Map Work worth 12 marks — 6 for History maps (national movement centres, trade routes) and 6 for Geography maps (resources, industries, agricultural zones) on an outline map of India.
Absolutely. You can select one or more individual subjects — for example, only History and Economics for a combined unit test, or only Political Science for a chapter-specific quiz. The AI automatically re-calibrates the section structure and marks distribution to match your selection.
The paper has 5 sections plus Map Work totalling 80 marks: Section A has 20 Objective/MCQ questions (20 marks), Section B has 3 Very Short Answer questions (6 marks), Section C has 5 Short Answer questions (15 marks), Section D has 3 Long Answer questions (15 marks), Section E has 3 Source-Based questions (12 marks), and Map Work covers 12 marks (6 History + 6 Geography).
All 22 NCERT chapters across 4 textbooks are covered: History (5 chapters): Nationalism in Europe, Nationalism in India, Making of a Global World, Age of Industrialisation, Print Culture. Geography (7 chapters): Resources, Forests, Water, Agriculture, Minerals & Energy, Manufacturing, Transport. Political Science (5 chapters): Power Sharing, Federalism, Gender-Religion-Caste, Political Parties, Outcomes of Democracy. Economics (5 chapters): Development, Sectors, Money & Credit, Globalisation, Consumer Rights.
Yes. SchoolDeck offers a free tier allowing teachers and students to generate CBSE Class 10 Social Science papers with step-wise answer keys and marking schemes. Premium plans unlock unlimited generation, school branding/watermarking, bulk generation for multiple sets, and priority support.
As per CBSE's circular for 2025-26, approximately 50% of questions will be competency-based — testing application (source analysis, map interpretation, case study evaluation), analysis (comparison, cause-effect), and synthesis, rather than factual recall. SchoolDeck automatically maintains this ratio in every generated paper.
Yes. The generator supports multiple exam formats: Full Board Exam (80 marks) with complete map work and source-based questions, Half Yearly (covering the first-half syllabus), Quarterly Test, Unit Tests (20-40 marks), and Chapter-wise Worksheets. Each format auto-applies the appropriate section structure and question distribution.
Yes. Every generated marking scheme follows CBSE board evaluation standards with point-wise marks allocation for Short and Long Answer questions. Map marking instructions include specific points that must be identified. Source-based question answers specify which inferences are credit-worthy. This helps train teachers for consistent, fair evaluation.
Section A includes Assertion-Reasoning (A-R) questions as mandated by CBSE. Each A-R item presents a statement (Assertion) and an explanation (Reason), and students choose from four options: both correct with Reason explaining Assertion; both correct but Reason not explaining Assertion; Assertion correct but Reason wrong; Assertion wrong but Reason correct. The generator creates accurate A-R pairs for History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics topics.
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