Registration No SET 1
ALL KERALA COMMON MODEL EXAMINATION 2025-26
SOCIAL SCIENCE (087)
CLASS X
Time Allowed: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. There are 38 questions in the Question paper. All questions are compulsory.
2. The question paper has Four Sections – A-History, B-Geography C- Political
Science, and D Economics.
3. Each Section is of 20 Marks and has MCQs, VSA, SA, LAs and CBQ.
4. Very Short Answer Type Questions (VSA), carry 2 marks each. Answers to
each question should not exceed 40 words.
5. Short Answer Type Questions (SA), carry 3 marks each. Answers to each
question should not exceed 60 words.
6. Long answer type questions (LA), carry 5 marks each. Answers to each
question should not exceed 120 words.
7. There are case based questions (CBQ) with three sub questions and are of 4
marks each. Answers to each question should not exceed 100 words.
8. The map-based questions, carry 5 marks with two parts- Q9. In Section A-
History (2 marks) and Q19. In Section B -Geography (3 marks)
9. There is no overall choice in the question paper. However, an internal choice
has been provided in few questions. Only one of the choices in such
questions must be attempted.
10. In addition to this, NOTE that a separate question has been provided for
Visually Impaired candidates in lieu of questions having visual inputs, map
etc. Such questions are to be attempted by Visually Impaired candidates only
[Link] SECTION A Marks
HISTORY (20 marks)
1. Arrange the following in chronological order and choose the correct option: 1
I. Napoleonic wars
II. The Treaty of Vienna
III. Greek Struggle for Independence
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IV. Slav Nationalism in Ottoman Empire
Options:
a. III, II, I and IV
b. I, II, III and IV
c. IV, III, II and I
d. IV, III, III and I
2. Consider the statements given below and choose the correct answer 1
Statement I: Western printing techniques and mechanical press were
imported in the late 19th Century as Western powers established their
outposts in China.
Statement II: Beijing became the hub of the new print culture, catering to
Western-style schools.
a. Statement (i) is correct and (ii) is incorrect
b. Statement (i) is incorrect and (ii) is correct
c. Both (i) and (ii) are incorrect
d. Both (i) and (ii) are correct
3. Look at the picture given below. Identify the name of the painter of this
painting from the following options. 1
Options:
a. Abindra Nath Tagore
b. Rabindra Nath Tagore
c. Raja Ravi Verma
d. Samant Das Gupta
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4. Monica is reading an abstract written by Tarabai Shinde. Which of the
following is MOST LIKELY to be the central issue of this text? 1
a. Religious indoctrination by priests
b. Miserable lives of farmers in debt
c. The plight of upper caste Hindu widows
d. The exploitation of children by factory owners
5. ‘Even ‘ready’ foodstuff in distant parts of the world might share common
origins.’ Justify the statement with a relevant example. 2
OR
Why did merchants move to the countryside of Europe during the seventeenth
and eighteenth centuries? Explain.
6. Why did Mahatma Gandhi decide to withdraw the Non-Cooperation
Movement? Analyse any three reasons? 3
OR
“Workers had their own understanding of Mahatma Gandhi and the notion of
‘Swaraj’.” Explain the statement with examples.
7. How did the French Revolution spread the spirit of nationalism in Europe?
Explain with suitable arguments 5
OR
How did the Treaty of Constantinople of 1832 recognise Greece as an
independent nation? Explain.
8. Read the given text and answer the following questions: (1+1+2=4)
Printed Words
This is how Mercier describe the impact of the printed word and the power of
reading in one of his books:
“Anyone who had seen me reading would have compared me to a Man dying
of thrust who was gulping down some fresh, pure Water……. lightning my
map with extraordinary caution, I threw Myself hungry into the reading. And
easy eloquence and animated Carried me from one page to the next without
my notation it. Of the hours in the silence of the shadows and I heard nothing.
Only Appeal light but still I read on. I could not even take out time to Raise the
wick for fear of interrupting my pleasure. How those new Ideas rust into my
intelligence adopted them!”
8.1 How does the passage reflect the immersive nature of reading of
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Mercier? 1
8.2 Why did Mercier describe himself as a virtual writer? 1
8.3 How did reading influence Mercier’s intellectual capacity and his
engagement with new concepts? Explain in any two points. 2
MAP SKILL-BASED QUESTION (2 marks)
9. Two places A and B have been marked on the given outline map of India.
Identify them and write their correct names on the lines marked on the map.
(1+1= 2)
A. The place where the Indian National Congress session of 1927 was held
at.
B. The place is known for the movement of Indigo peasants during the British
Period.
SECTION B
GEOGRAPHY (20 marks)
10. Sharanya gave her friend clues about a type of soil that suits for growing
cashew. Which of the following clues provided by Sharanya would be most
useful in identifying the ideal type of soil? 1
a. They are formed due to intense leaching
owing to heavy rains.
b. These soils have a surface layer of a red
hard crust.
c. These soils support deciduous and
evergreen forests and is rich in humus.
a. Black soil
b. Alluvial soil
c. Red soil
d. Laterite soil
11. Which of the following options represent potential measures that can be taken
to mitigate the threats posed to the tiger population and biodiversity? 1
1. Banning hunting, giving legal protection to their habitats, and restricting
trade in wildlife.
2. Prohibiting the visit of the public into the forest area.
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3. Establishing wildlife sanctuaries and National Parks.
4. Converting forests into Reserved and Protected forests.
Options:
a. Statement 1 and 2 are correct.
b. Statement 2, 3 & 4 are correct
c. Statement 2 is correct.
d. Statement 1, 3 & 4 are correct.
12. Why does Shillong, despite being near Cherrapunji and Mawsynram, face
acute shortage of water? 1
a. Poor rainfall in the region
b. Inadequate water infrastructure
c. Lack of awareness about water conservation
d. Excessive water usage by industries
13. _____ is the only industry in the country that is self-reliant and complete in the
value chain i.e., from raw material to the highest value-added products. 1
a. Sugar industry
b. Textile industry
c. Iron and steel industry
d. Cement industry
14. Observe the flow chart given below: 1
What will come in the empty box?
a. Gram
b. Maize
c. Millets
d. Pulses
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15. Mr Kamal a geography teacher discussed with his class how Jharkhand, rich
in mineral resources, faced environmental challenges.
What would be the most suitable way to mitigate the environmental impact
while continuing mining in Jharkhand? 1
a. Increasing the area of open pit mines.
b. Implementing stricter environmental regulations.
c. Encouraging the export of raw minerals.
d. Reducing the overall extraction of minerals.
16. Justify the statement that multi-purpose projects can lead to social
movements. 2
17. Explain why there is a pressing need for using renewable energy resources in
India. Provide five reasons for this need. 5
OR
A city is planning to build a new power plant. Analyse the advantages and
disadvantages of building a thermal power plant versus a solar farm considering
environmental factors.
18. Read the given text and answer the following questions:(2+1+1=4)
India’s rapid industrialization has brought forth unprecedented economic
growth and development. However, it has also given rise to a concerning issue
– industrial pollution and environmental degradation.
The unchecked discharge of pollutants into air, water, and soil has resulted in
severe consequences. Air quality in major cities often falls to hazardous levels,
leading to respiratory illnesses. Water bodies, including sacred rivers, suffer
from contamination, affecting not only ecosystems but also human health. Soil
degradation threatens agriculture and food security.
The government has implemented environmental regulations, but enforcement
remains a challenge. Balancing industrial growth with environmental
preservation is crucial. Sustainable practices, cleaner technologies, and
increased awareness are essential for mitigating industrial pollution and
protecting India’s environment for future generations.
18.1 What are the different types of pollution caused by industries? 2
18.2 What are the harmful effects of nuclear waste? 1
18.3 Bhopal gas tragedy occurred because of which chemical gas? 1
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MAP SKILL-BASED QUESTION (3 marks)
19. On the same outline map of India locate and label the following with suitable
symbols:
I. (P) The iron and steel plant located in Karnataka, known for being one of
the largest steel producers in South India 1
OR
(Q) The steel plant situated in Tamil Nadu, contributing to the development
of southern India’s industrial base.
II. Any two of the following (1x2=2)
1. An International Airport Amritsar
2. The state which is the largest producer of rice in India and
known for the fertile deltaic region.
3. The leading producer of sugarcane in the northern plains of
India.
SECTION C
POLITICAL SCIENCE (20 MARKS)
20. In an Indian state, communities X and Y have been engaged in a long-
standing conflict over issues of co-existence and resource sharing. The
tensions have intensified, leading to a demand from both communities for self-
administration. What is the best resolution to this conflict? 1
a. Collapsing the present government due to its inefficiency in governing the
state.
b. Delaying the demand of self-administration and maintaining the current
power structure.
c. Imposing strict regulations to control the movements and interactions of
both communities.
d. Establishing a power-sharing arrangement where both communities have
a role in decision making.
21. Identify the administrative system of the Indian Government with the help of
the following information. 1
• Power is shared between Central and State Governments to Local
Governments.
• It is called the third tier of the Government.
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• The State Governments are required to share some powers and
revenue with them.
Select the appropriate option from the following:
a. Federal system
b. Unitary Federal system
c. Decentralized system
d. Unitary system
22. Consider the following statements on the meaning of communal politics.
Communal politics is based on the belief that: 1
a. One religion is superior to that of others.
b. People belonging to different religions can live together happily as
equal citizens.
c. Followers of a particular religion constitute one community.
d. State power cannot be used to establish the domination of one
religious group over others.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
a. A, B, C, and D
b. A, B, and D
c. A and C
d. B and D
23. Country P has recently adopted democracy after a long struggle. Which of the
following outcomes can the citizens of this country DEFINITELY expect due to
this change? 1
a. Sharp decrease in poverty in all communities
b. More accountability on part of the government
c. A drastic rise in the national income due to sharp economic growth
d. Rules and laws to be drafted according to the needs of the majority
groups
24. Shruti performed a web search for 'Teacher' and found that 80% of the images
had women, while a search for 'Pilot' mainly showed men. Discuss how these
web search results reflect societal perceptions and the sexual division of
labour. Explain with an example. 2
25. “The cost of time that democracy pays are perhaps worth it.” Justify. 2
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26. A party has won the following percentage of seats in the 4 states where it has
contested in the state legislative assembly election. The party has not won
any Lok Sabha seats. 3
State % of votes won No of seats won
A 19 10
B 16 4
C 35 42
D 7 1
(a) What type of political party will it be classified as? Why?
(b) Can it be classified as a national party? Justify your answer.
27. Are democracies based on political and economic equality? Explain. 5
OR
‘Respect and equal treatment of women are necessary ingredients of a
democratic society.’ Examine the statement.
28. Read the given text and answer the following questions:(1+2+1=4)
Power-sharing arrangements can also be seen in the way political parties,
pressure groups and movements control or influence those in power. In a
democracy, the citizens must have freedom to choose among various
contenders for power. In contemporary democracies, this takes the form of
competition among different parties. Such competition ensures that power does
not remain in one hand. In the long run, power is shared among different
political parties that represent different ideologies and social groups.
Sometimes this kind of sharing can be direct, when two or more parties form an
alliance to contest elections. If their alliance is elected, they will form a coalition
government and thus share power. In a democracy, we find interest groups,
such as those of traders, businessmen, industrialists, farmers and industrial
workers. They will also have a share in governmental power, either through
participation in governmental committees or bringing influence to the decision-
making process.
28.1 What does the competition among the different parties ensure? 1
28.2 Explain direct form of power-sharing. 2
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28.3 What role do interest groups play in politics? 1
SECTION D
ECONOMICS (20 MARKS)
29. When a country progresses from underdeveloped to developing to developed,
the sector that contributes the largest part to the national income, changes.
Which of the following shows this change? 1
a. Primary --> Tertiary --> Secondary
b. Primary --> Secondary --> Tertiary
c. Tertiary --> Primary --> Secondary
d. Tertiary --> Secondary --> Primary
30. There are two statements given below, marked as Assertion (A) and Reason
(R). Read the statements and choose the correct option. 1
Assertion (A): Richer households have more access to formal sources of
credit than poorer households.
Reason (R): Poorer households do not need credit from formal sources.
a. A is true but R is false.
b. A is false but R is true.
c. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
d. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
31. Identify the correct statements about globalization. 1
I. Removal of barriers by the government
II. Foreign companies are allowed to set up factories
III. Has enabled all companies to increase their investments
IV. Has lessened foreign investment and foreign trade
Options
a. I & II
b. II & III
c. I & III
d. II & IV
32. Fill in the blank 1
Sector Criteria used
Organised and unorganised Nature of employment activities
Primary Secondary and Tertiary ?
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Options
a. Nature of economic activities
b. Nature of social activities
c. Nature of production activities
d. Nature of political activities
33. Narasapur, a town in Andhra Pradesh is known for its handmade lace-making
cottage industries. Multinational companies employ women to make intricate
pieces of lace and fabric. These are either exported or used in the manufacture
of readymade textiles. For many women and families, this is the only source of
livelihood.
What is a possible disadvantage faced by the lace-workers of Narasapur? 1
a. Not being able to determine the prices of their services
b. Having no access to superior technology
c. Not having a factory space for their jobs
d. Having no access to big markets
34. Which of the following situations is a correct example for double coincidence
of wants? 1
a. David has a horse and he wants a cow. Riya has a cow and wants to buy
a horse.
b. Arhaan has two cows and wants a horse. Afreen has a cow and wants a
horse.
c. Suresh has a bull and he wants a cow. Ahmed has a cow and wants a
horse.
d. Aleena has a horse and a bull. Manjunath has a cow and wants a bull.
35. Consider a situation where the government of a developing country has
decided to undertake a large dam-building project. This project is touted to
provide significant benefits such as hydroelectric power, improved irrigation,
and flood control. However, this project also involves relocating several tribal
communities that have lived in the project area for generations. These tribal
groups are protesting the project, citing the loss of their ancestral lands and
insufficient rehabilitation measures.
In 3 relevant points, analyse this scenario in the context of development. 3
36. With the example of sugar cane, explain the interdependence of all three
sectors of the economy. 3
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37. “The credit activities of the informal sector should be discouraged.” Support
the statement with arguments. 3
38. ‘Rapid improvement in technology has stimulated the globalization process.’
Justify through examples. 5
OR
What is a trade barrier? Why did the Indian government put up trade barriers
after independence? Explain.
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