CBSE Class 10 Social Science Question Paper 2025, Download Solutions PDF

CBSE Class 10 Social Science Question Paper 2025, Download Solutions PDF

Edited By Vishal kumar | Updated on Feb 27, 2025 11:51 AM IST | #CBSE Class 10th

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has conducted the CBSE social science class 10 exam 2025 on February 25 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. Students can check the CBSE class 10 SST answer key 2025 here, also students can download the CBSE class 10 social science question paper PDF from this page for free.

CBSE Class 10 Social Science Question Paper 2025, Download Solutions PDF
CBSE Class 10 Social Science Question Paper 2025, Download Solutions PDF

CBSE social science question paper is a very useful resource for the CBSE social science exam analyse of question trends, most scoring concepts, and most repeated questions of the CBSE class 10 social science exam. Apart from this students can also practice from CBSE class 10 social science sample paper PDF which were released by CBSE.

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CBSE Class 10 Social Science Exam Pattern Overview

CBSE class 10 social science question paper 2025 consists of six sections (A to E) from which section A consists of 20 multiple choice questions (MCQs) and other sections have subjective types of questions. CBSE class 10 social science Answer key is provided below along with the solution on this page.

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SectionType of QuestionsQuestion NumbersMarks per QuestionTotal Marks

Section A

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1 to 20

1

20

Section B

Very Short Answer Type Questions

21 to 24

2

8

Section C

Short Answer Type Questions

25 to 29

3

15

Section D

Long Answer Type Questions

30 to 33

5

20

Section E

Case-Based Questions

34 to 36

4

12

Section F

Map-Based Questions

37

5

5

Total

-

37

-

80

Highlights Class 10 Social Science:

  • Total Questions: 37
  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • No overall choice, but internal choices are provided in some questions.
  • Visually Impaired Candidates get alternative questions for map-based and image-based questions.
  • Section-wise weightage ensures a balanced assessment of objective, subjective, and application-based skills.
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CBSE Class 10 Social Science Question Paper 2025 PDF Download

Students can download CBSE 10th Social Science Question Paper 2025 (all sets) from this page. Students can also download the CBSE Class 10 SST from the previous year's Question Paper and the CBSE 10th Social Science Sample Paper 2025 by clicking on the link below.

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SECTION - A
(Multiple Choice Questions)

1. Which of the following is an example of horizontal power sharing in Indian democracy?
(a) Division of power between Central and State Governments.
(b) Division of power between Rural and Urban Governments.
(c) Division of power among Administration, Judiciary and Army.
(d) Division of power among Legislative, Executive and Judiciary.


2. How does the Indian federal structure promote balance governance across the nation ? Choose the most suitable option from the following:
(a) By allowing states to exercise complete autonomy on all issues.
(b) By ensuring a division of power between centre and states.
(c) By allowing all decision making processes under the Union Government.
(d) By giving more powers to local governments in comparison to states.

3. Two statements are given below. They are Assertion (A) and Reason (R)

Read both the statements and choose the correct option :
Assertion (A): The French speaking community was rich in comparison to Dutch speaking community in Belgium.
Reason (R): The Dutch-speaking community got the benefit of economic development and education much later.

Options:
(a) Both, (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(b) Both, $(\mathrm{A})$ and $(\mathrm{R})$ are correct but $(\mathrm{R})$ is not the correct explanation of $(\mathrm{A})$.
(c) (A) is correct but $(\mathrm{R})$ is incorrect.
(d) $(A)$ is incorrect but $(R)$ is correct.

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CBSE Class 10 Social Science Answer Key

Students can match their answer from the CBSE class 10 Social Science answer key which is provided below the table. Students can calculate the estimated marks by our CBSE SST answer key 2025.

CBSE class 10 Social Science answer key QP Code 32/4/3, Set-3

Question NumberCorrect OptionQuestion NumberCorrect Option

1

C

11

C

2

B

12

C

3

A

13

A

4

D

14

C

5

B

15

D

6

C

16

B

7

C

17

A

8

B

18

C

9

C

19

B

10

D

20

D


CBSE class 10 Social Science answer key QP Code 32/4/1 Set

Question NumberCorrect OptionQuestion NumberCorrect Option
1D11D
2A12B
3D13C
4C14A
5C15A
6B16B
7D17C
8A18A
9B19C
10D20C

CBSE class 10 Social Science answer key QP Code 32/4/2, Set-2

The answer key for set 2 of CBSE class 10 Social Science answer key QP Code 32/4/2 will be updated here soon.

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What Next After CBSE Class 10 Social Science Exam 2025

Since CBSE SST exam is over now. After CBSE class 10 social science 2025 exam, the next exam is for the Hindi subject on 28 February, students are advised to start studying for the next exam. Revise the notes that you have learnt earlier during self-study or in school don’t study new things. Students are advised to give more focus on the grammar portion and application and article to score good marks in the CBSE class 10 Hindi exam 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Will the 2025 exam have more competency-based questions?

Yes, CBSE is increasingly focusing on competency-based questions (case studies, source-based questions, and application-based MCQs) to test analytical and critical thinking skills. Expect more such questions in the 2025 exam.

2. How important is map work for the 2025 exam?

Map work is crucial and carries around 5-6 marks. Focus on locating and labelling key items like dams, national parks, soil types, and historical places on the map of India.

3. Are there any changes in the internal assessment pattern for 2025?

The internal assessment usually carries 20 marks, which include projects, assignments, and periodic tests.

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Since you are a domicile of Karnataka and have studied under the Karnataka State Board for 11th and 12th , you are eligible for Karnataka State Quota for admission to various colleges in the state.

1. KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test): You must appear for the KCET exam, which is required for admission to undergraduate professional courses like engineering, medical, and other streams. Your exam score and rank will determine your eligibility for counseling.

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After the KCET exam, you will need to participate in online counseling.

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Seat allocation will be based on your rank , the availability of seats in your chosen colleges and your preferences.

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Hello Aspirant,  Hope your doing great,  your question was incomplete and regarding  what exam your asking.

Yes, scoring above 80% in ICSE Class 10 exams typically meets the requirements to get into the Commerce stream in Class 11th under the CBSE board . Admission criteria can vary between schools, so it is advisable to check the specific requirements of the intended CBSE school. Generally, a good academic record with a score above 80% in ICSE 10th result is considered strong for such transitions.

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Yes, you can apply for 12th grade as a private candidate .You will need to follow the registration process and fulfill the eligibility criteria set by CBSE for private candidates.If you haven't given the 11th grade exam ,you would be able to appear for the 12th exam directly without having passed 11th grade. you will need to give certain tests in the school you are getting addmission to prove your eligibilty.

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According to cbse norms candidates who have completed class 10th, class 11th, have a gap year or have failed class 12th can appear for admission in 12th class.for admission in cbse board you need to clear your 11th class first and you must have studied from CBSE board or any other recognized and equivalent board/school.

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