List of top Social Science Questions asked in CBSE Class X

Suggest any two measures for the conservation of forest.
Why could different persons have different notions of a country’s development? Explain with examples.
Why was the need for decentralization recognized in the Indian Constitution?
“Until the nineteenth century, poverty and hunger were common in Europe.” Analyse the statement.
Describe any three features of cultivation of millets in India.
How did the Indian folklore and symbols strengthen the idea of nationalism during the twentieth century? Explain with examples.
How is democracy a legitimate government? Explain with examples.
“The Greek war of independence mobilised nationalist feelings among the educated elite across Europe.” Explain the statement with suitable arguments.
Evaluate the role of Giuseppe Mazzini in the unification of the Italian Republic.
Arrange the following events in chronological order and choose the correct option from the following:
  1. Treaty of Constantinople
  2. Defeat of Napoleon
  3. Unification of Italy
  4. Unification of Germany
Two places 'A' and 'B' have been marked on the given Political outline map of India. Identify them with the help of the following information and write their correct names on the lines drawn near them:
(a) The place where Mahatma Gandhi broke the salt law.
(b) The place where Session of Indian National Congress was held in 1927.
Map of India
Differentiate between organized and unorganized sectors.
Describe the role of manufacturing industries in the economic development of a country.
Analyse the positive outcomes of the democracy.
“The ocean waters contain vast quantities of minerals.” Explain the statement with an example.
“Activities in the private sector are guided by the motive to earn profits.” Examine the statement with examples.
On the same Political outline map of India, locate and label any three of the following with suitable symbols:
(a) Hirakud - Dam
(b) Mumbai - Software Technology Park
(c) Raja Sansi - International Airport
(d) Naraura - Nuclear Power Plant
Map of India
Analyse the political outcomes associated with democracy.
How is the per capita consumption of electricity considered as an index of development? Explain with examples.
Explain with examples the significance of the usage of non-conventional sources of energy for the country.
How do political parties function within a democratic system? Explain.
How is the issue of sustainability important for development? Explain.
'Formal sector of credit better than informal sector.' Give arguments in support of your answer.
"The industries have undergone significant changes due to advancement in technology and shifts in consumer preferences." Justify the statement.
Suggest any two measures for the conservation of wildlife.