CBSE Class 9 Social Science Model Question Paper
Subject Code: 087
Time: 3 Hours
Maximum Marks: 80
General Instructions:
- The question paper is divided into four sections: A, B, C, and D.
- All questions are compulsory. However, internal choices are provided in some questions.
- Section A: Objective Type Questions (20 marks)
- Section B: Short Answer Questions (18 marks)
- Section C: Long Answer Questions (30 marks)
- Section D: Map-Based Questions (12 marks)
- Attach the map along with your answer sheet for Section D.
- Answers should be written neatly and legibly.
- Marks are indicated against each question.
Section A: Objective Type Questions (20 Marks)
This section contains 20 questions of 1 mark each. Choose the correct option or answer briefly as required.
Q1-Q5: History (5 marks)
- Who led the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror?
a) Louis XVI
b) Robespierre
c) Napoleon Bonaparte
d) Marie Antoinette
(1 mark) - What was the main slogan of the Russian Revolution of 1917?
a) Liberty, Equality, Fraternity
b) Peace, Land, and Bread
c) Freedom and Justice
d) Equality and Democracy
(1 mark) - The term ‘Swaraj’ was popularized by:
a) Mahatma Gandhi
b) Bal Gangadhar Tilak
c) Lala Lajpat Rai
d) Bipin Chandra Pal
(1 mark) - Name the book written by Adolf Hitler.
(1 mark) - When was the Rowlatt Act passed?
(1 mark)
Q6-Q10: Geography (5 marks)
6. Which of the following is a peninsular river?
a) Ganga
b) Brahmaputra
c) Godavari
d) Indus
(1 mark)
- The highest peak of the Himalayas in India is:
a) Mount Everest
b) Kanchenjunga
c) Nanda Devi
d) K2
(1 mark) - What is the latitudinal extent of India?
(1 mark) - Which state in India has the highest population density?
a) Uttar Pradesh
b) Bihar
c) West Bengal
d) Kerala
(1 mark) - The Standard Meridian of India is:
a) 82°30’ E
b) 88°30’ E
c) 75°30’ E
d) 68°30’ E
(1 mark)
Q11-Q15: Civics (5 marks)
11. The head of the state in India is:
a) Prime Minister
b) President
c) Chief Justice
d) Governor
(1 mark)
- What is the minimum age to vote in India?
(1 mark) - Which article of the Indian Constitution abolishes untouchability?
a) Article 14
b) Article 17
c) Article 21
d) Article 25
(1 mark) - The term ‘democracy’ is derived from which language?
a) Latin
b) Greek
c) French
d) Sanskrit
(1 mark) - Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?
(1 mark)
Q16-Q20: Economics (5 marks)
16. Which sector includes agriculture and allied activities?
a) Primary
b) Secondary
c) Tertiary
d) Quaternary
(1 mark)
- What is the full form of MGNREGA?
(1 mark) - Disguised unemployment is commonly found in which sector?
a) Industrial
b) Service
c) Agriculture
d) Trade
(1 mark) - The main source of income for the government is:
a) Taxes
b) Donations
c) Loans
d) Exports
(1 mark) - Which of the following is a non-economic activity?
a) Teaching
b) Farming
c) Cooking for family
d) Banking
(1 mark)
Section B: Short Answer Questions (18 Marks)
Answer each question in 60-80 words. Each question carries 3 marks.
Q21. Explain the impact of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre on the Indian National Movement. (3 marks)
Q22. Describe the main features of the Peninsular Plateau of India. (3 marks)
Q23. What are the fundamental rights guaranteed by the Indian Constitution? (3 marks)
Q24. Define poverty. Explain any two causes of poverty in India. (3 marks)
Q25. (Internal Choice)
a) Discuss the role of the Bolsheviks in the Russian Revolution.
OR
b) Explain the significance of the Non-Cooperation Movement in India. (3 marks)
Q26. (Internal Choice)
a) What is the importance of the Northern Plains in India?
OR
b) Describe the factors affecting the climate of India. (3 marks)
Section C: Long Answer Questions (30 Marks)
Answer each question in 100-120 words. Each question carries 5 marks.
Q27. Analyze the causes and consequences of the French Revolution. (5 marks)
Q28. Explain the major types of vegetation found in India and their distribution. (5 marks)
Q29. Discuss the key features of the Indian Constitution. (5 marks)
Q30. What are the different types of unemployment in India? Suggest measures to reduce unemployment. (5 marks)
Q31. (Internal Choice)
a) Describe the rise of Nazism in Germany under Hitler.
OR
b) Explain the role of Mahatma Gandhi in India’s freedom struggle. (5 marks)
Q32. (Internal Choice)
a) Discuss the importance of rivers in the Indian economy.
OR
b) Explain the factors responsible for the uneven distribution of population in India. (5 marks)
Section D: Map-Based Questions (12 Marks)
Q33. On the political map of India provided, locate and label any six of the following: (6 marks)
a) The state with the highest literacy rate.
b) The capital of India.
c) The state where the Thar Desert is located.
d) The river Narmada.
e) The Himalayan peak Kanchenjunga.
f) The state of Assam.
g) The Western Ghats.
Q34. On the outline map of the world, locate and label any six of the following: (6 marks)
a) France
b) Russia
c) Germany
d) India
e) The Volga River
f) The Alps Mountains
g) The Ural Mountains
Note: Attach the maps with your answer sheet.
Marking Scheme (Suggested Answers)
Below is a brief marking scheme for guidance. Teachers/examiners can use this to evaluate answers.
Section A: Objective Type Questions
- Q1: b) Robespierre
- Q2: b) Peace, Land, and Bread
- Q3: b) Bal Gangadhar Tilak
- Q4: Mein Kampf
- Q5: 1919
- Q6: c) Godavari
- Q7: b) Kanchenjunga
- Q8: 8°4’ N to 37°6’ N
- Q9: b) Bihar
- Q10: a) 82°30’ E
- Q11: b) President
- Q12: 18
- Q13: b) Article 17
- Q14: b) Greek
- Q15: President
- Q16: a) Primary
- Q17: Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act
- Q18: c) Agriculture
- Q19: a) Taxes
- Q20: c) Cooking for family
Section B: Short Answer Questions
- Q21: Jallianwala Bagh massacre (1919) fueled anti-British sentiments, led to widespread protests, and strengthened the Indian National Movement.
- Q22: Peninsular Plateau: Deccan Plateau, Central Highlands, Chotanagpur Plateau; composed of old crystalline rocks; rich in minerals.
- Q23: Right to Equality, Freedom, Education, Religion, Against Exploitation, Cultural and Educational Rights.
- Q24: Poverty: Lack of basic needs; causes include unemployment, lack of education.
- Q25a: Bolsheviks organized workers, led October Revolution, established socialist government.
- Q25b: Non-Cooperation Movement: Boycott of British goods, institutions; promoted Swadeshi.
- Q26a: Northern Plains: Fertile, supports agriculture, dense population.
- Q26b: Climate factors: Latitude, altitude, monsoon winds.
Section C: Long Answer Questions
- Q27: Causes: Inequality, financial crisis; Consequences: End of monarchy, rise of democracy.
- Q28: Vegetation: Tropical rainforests, deciduous, thorn, alpine; distribution based on rainfall, altitude.
- Q29: Features: Federalism, secularism, parliamentary democracy, fundamental rights.
- Q30: Unemployment types: Seasonal, disguised, educated; measures: Skill development, job creation.
- Q31a: Nazism: Economic crisis, propaganda, militarism led to Hitler’s rise.
- Q31b: Gandhi: Non-violence, Satyagraha, led movements like Dandi Salt March.
- Q32a: Rivers: Irrigation, hydropower, transport.
- Q32b: Population distribution: Influenced by climate, terrain, economic opportunities.
Section D: Map-Based Questions
- Q33: Correct location and labeling (1 mark each for 6 items).
- Q34: Correct location and labeling (1 mark each for 6 items).
Notes for Students/Teachers:
- The question paper aligns with the CBSE Class 9 Social Science syllabus, covering India and the Contemporary World-I (History), Contemporary India-I (Geography), Democratic Politics-I (Civics), and Economics.
- The map questions test geographical knowledge and map skills, as per CBSE guidelines.
- Internal choices are provided to give students flexibility.
- The paper balances factual recall, analytical skills, and application-based questions.
- For map work, ensure students practice locating and labeling accurately on outline maps.
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