SAMPLE QUESTION PAPER – 3

SOCIAL SCIENCE – Code: 087

CLASS: IX (2025–26)

Time Allowed: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 80

General Instructions:

(Same as before – 4 sections, MCQs, VSA, SA, LA, CBQ, Map work, internal
choices)

SECTION A – HISTORY (20 marks)

1. Match the following:

Column I Column II

A. Directory 1. Russian Parliament

B. Soviet 2. Executive of five members in France

C. Duma 3. Workers’ council

D. Girondins 4. Moderate political group in France

Options:

A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4

A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4

A-4, B-2, C-3, D-1

A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3

(1 mark)

2. Identify the event shown in the picture: (Storming of the Bastille)

Note for Visually Impaired candidates: Name the event on 14 July 1789 that
marked the start of the French Revolution. (1 mark)

3. Which one was NOT a cause of the 1905 Revolution in Russia?

A. Defeat in Russo-Japanese War

B. Poor working conditions

C. Introduction of the NEP

(1 mark)

4. Mention two immediate effects of the February Revolution in Russia. (2

5A. State any two privileges enjoyed by the clergy in France before 1789.

OR

5B. Mention two changes introduced by Lenin after the October Revolution.

(2 marks)

6A. Describe the role of peasants in the French Revolution.

OR

6B. Explain the causes of the Russian Civil War.

(3 marks)

7A. Analyse the significance of the Declaration of the Rights of Man and
Citizen.

OR

7B. Explain the impact of World War I on Russia’s economy and society.

(5 marks)

8. CASE BASED QUESTION:

“During the winter of 1917, workers in many Russian cities went on strike
demanding bread and better wages. Soldiers mutinied and joined the
protesters.”

8.1. What year is being described? (1)

8.3. How did soldiers’ participation change the nature of the movement? (2)

(4 marks)

9. MAP SKILL – HISTORY

Locate/label:

France – Bordeaux, Nantes, Paris, Marseille

World – Central Powers: Germany, Austria-Hungary, Turkey (Ottoman

(2 marks)

SECTION B – GEOGRAPHY (20 marks)

10. Which is the smallest neighbouring country of India by area?

A. Bhutan B. Nepal C. Maldives D. Sri Lanka (1 mark)

11. Which mountain peak is the highest in the Western Ghats?

A. Anai Mudi B. Dodabetta C. Mahendragiri D. Nilgiri Peak (1 mark)

12. Which of these rivers flows into the Arabian Sea?

A. Godavari B. Krishna C. Narmada D. Mahanadi (1 mark)

13. Name two states through which the Tropic of Cancer passes. (2 marks)

14. Give any two features of the Eastern Coastal Plains. (2 marks)

15A. Explain the location and extent of the Northern Plains.

OR

15B. State three differences between the Himalayan rivers and Peninsular
rivers. (3 marks)
16A. Evaluate the economic and strategic importance of the Himalayas.

OR

16B. Discuss the significance of India’s location for its trade relations. (5
marks)

17. CASE BASED QUESTION:

“The Deccan Plateau is rich in minerals like coal, iron ore, and manganese. It
is home to many industries, yet large areas remain underdeveloped.”

17.1. Name two minerals found in the Deccan Plateau. (1)

17.2. Give one reason for industrial growth in this region. (1)

17.3. Suggest two ways to promote balanced development. (2)

(4 marks)

18. MAP SKILL – GEOGRAPHY

Locate/label:

Tropic of Cancer, Standard Meridian, any two neighbouring countries,

(3 marks)

SECTION C – POLITICAL SCIENCE (20 marks)

19. Which of these is a key element of democracy?

A. Censorship B. Political equality C. Monarchy D. Dictatorship (1 mark)

20. In which year did the Indian Constitution come into force?

A. 1949 B. 1950 C. 1951 D. 1952 (1 mark)

21. What is meant by ‘Republic’? (1 mark)

23. Give two features of the Indian federal system. (2 marks)

24A. Explain the role of the Constituent Assembly in framing the Indian
Constitution.

OR

24B. Discuss the importance of the Fundamental Rights. (3 marks)

25A. “Democracy ensures dignity and freedom of the individual.” Discuss.

OR

25B. Evaluate the importance of political equality in a democracy. (5 marks)

26. CASE BASED QUESTION:

“Some leaders argue that a strong central government is necessary for unity,
while others believe in giving more powers to the states.”

26.1. What term is used for division of powers between centre and states?
(1)

26.2. Which list contains subjects like defence and foreign affairs? (1)

26.3. Give two examples of state list subjects. (2)

(4 marks)

SECTION D – ECONOMICS (20 marks)

27. Which sector includes fishing and forestry?

A. Primary B. Secondary C. Tertiary D. Quaternary (1 mark)

28. Which of these is a cause of poverty?

B. Low level of literacy

C. Skill development

D. Employment generation (1 mark)

29. What is meant by ‘Per Capita Income’? (1 mark)

30. Mention any two advantages of self-employment. (2 marks)

31. Give two differences between disguised and seasonal unemployment. (2

32A. Describe three ways in which health contributes to human capital

OR

32B. Explain three measures adopted by the government to promote rural

33A. Evaluate the role of education in improving the quality of human

OR

33B. Explain the concept of ‘vicious cycle of poverty’ with an example. (5

34. CASE BASED QUESTION:

“A rural family has land but no irrigation facility. They depend on monsoon for
farming, leading to low yields. A micro-credit group helps them install a tube
well and buy better seeds.”
34.1. How did lack of irrigation affect the family? (1)

34.2. How did micro-credit help? (1)

34.3. Suggest two other benefits of such credit groups. (2)

(4 marks)