Class 9: Social Science (History, Geography, Civics, Economics) Sample Question Paper

Time: 2 Hours
Maximum Marks: 40

General Instructions:

 All questions are compulsory.

 The question paper consists of four sections: A, B, C, and D.

 Section A consists of 1 mark questions.

 Section B consists of 3 mark questions.

 Section C consists of 4 mark questions.

 Section D consists of 5 mark questions.

 Marks are indicated against each question.

Section A (1 Mark Each)

(Answer the following questions in one sentence.)

1. What was the significance of the "October Revolution" in Russia?

2. Name the river system that originates from the Western Ghats and flows into the Arabian Sea.

3. Which document was adopted by the Constituent Assembly of India to lay the foundation of
Indian democracy?

4. Define "People as a Resource" in the context of economic development.

Section B (3 Marks Each)

(Answer the following questions in 30-40 words.)

5. What were the main causes of the Russian Revolution of 1917?

6. Explain any three physical features of India that make it unique.

7. What is the "Constitutional Design" of India, and how does it ensure the protection of citizens'
rights?

8. How do human resources play an important role in the development of a country?

Section C (4 Marks Each)

9. Describe the economic condition of Russia before the 1917 Revolution.

10. Explain the major physical divisions of India.

11. Discuss the importance of the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution.

12. How can education and skill development contribute to making people a more productive
resource?

Section D (5 Marks Each)

(Answer the following questions in 70-80 words.)

13. Discuss the impact of the Russian Revolution on the world and its spread to other countries.

14. Analyze the importance of the physical features of India in determining its climate, vegetation,
and agriculture.

15. What are the major features of the Indian Constitution that ensure the country’s democracy and
justice?

16. Explain the concept of "Human Capital Formation" and how it helps in economic growth.

Note: This paper is designed to cover the essential topics related to the Russian Revolution, physical
features of India, constitutional design, and people as a resource. The mix of short answer, descriptive,
and analytical questions ensures comprehensive assessment in line with the Class 9 CBSE curriculum.

Marking Scheme (for reference):

 Section A: Each question carries 1 mark (Total 4 marks).

 Section B: Each question carries 3 marks (Total 12 marks).

 Section C: Each question carries 4 marks (Total 16 marks).

 Section D: Each question carries 5 marks (Total 8 marks).

This sample paper will help students in practicing various types of questions and getting a better
understanding of the key concepts in these topics. Let me know if you need further explanations or more
practice questions!
Russian Revolution

1. What was the immediate cause of the Russian Revolution of 1917?

o a) The World War I and its economic impact

o b) The Russian defeat in the Russo-Japanese War

o c) The abdication of Tsar Nicholas II

o d) The famine in Russia

Answer: a) The World War I and its economic impact

2. Who was the leader of the Bolshevik Party during the Russian Revolution?

o a) Joseph Stalin

o b) Vladimir Lenin

o c) Leon Trotsky

o d) Tsar Nicholas II

Answer: b) Vladimir Lenin

3. The Russian Revolution of 1917 led to the establishment of which political system?

o a) Democracy

o b) Totalitarianism

o c) Communism

o d) Monarchy

Answer: c) Communism

4. Which event in March 1917 led to the overthrow of the Russian Tsar?

o a) October Revolution

o b) The abdication of Tsar Nicholas II

o c) The Treaty of Brest-Litovsk

o d) The storming of the Winter Palace

Answer: b) The abdication of Tsar Nicholas II

5. What was the name of the treaty signed between Soviet Russia and Germany that ended
Russia’s involvement in World War I?

o a) Treaty of Versailles
 o b) Treaty of Brest-Litovsk

o c) Treaty of Tordesillas

o d) Treaty of Paris

Answer: b) Treaty of Brest-Litovsk

2. Physical Features of India

1. Which of the following is the largest mountain range in India?

o a) The Aravalli Range

o b) The Western Ghats

o c) The Himalayas

o d) The Vindhya Range

Answer: c) The Himalayas

2. The Deccan Plateau is bordered by which mountain range on the west?

o a) The Eastern Ghats

o b) The Aravalli Range

o c) The Western Ghats

o d) The Satpura Range

Answer: c) The Western Ghats

3. Which river is known as the "Sorrow of Bihar"?

o a) The Yamuna

o b) The Ganges

o c) The Brahmaputra

o d) The Kosi

Answer: d) The Kosi

4. Which of the following is the largest state in India by area?

o a) Uttar Pradesh

o b) Madhya Pradesh

o c) Maharashtra
 o d) Rajasthan

Answer: d) Rajasthan

5. Which is the longest river in India?

o a) Ganga

o b) Yamuna

o c) Godavari

o d) Narmada

Answer: a) Ganga

3. Constitutional Design

1. The Indian Constitution was adopted on which date?

o a) 15th August 1947

o b) 26th January 1950

o c) 26th November 1949

o d) 15th August 1949

Answer: c) 26th November 1949

2. Who is known as the "Father of the Indian Constitution"?

o a) Jawaharlal Nehru

o b) Mahatma Gandhi

o c) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

o d) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

Answer: c) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

3. What is the minimum age required to be elected as the President of India?

o a) 21 years

o b) 25 years

o c) 35 years

o d) 40 years

Answer: c) 35 years

4. Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Indian Constitution?

o b) Federal System

o c) Secular State

o d) Unitary System

Answer: d) Unitary System (India has a federal system with a strong central government)

5. The Indian Parliament consists of how many houses?

o a) Two

o b) Three

o c) Four

o d) One

Answer: a) Two

4. People as a Resource

1. Which of the following is a characteristic of human capital?

o a) It is a fixed resource

o b) It can be improved through education and training

o c) It does not affect economic growth

o d) It is a natural resource

Answer: b) It can be improved through education and training

2. The concept of "People as a Resource" refers to:

o a) The total population of a country

o b) People who contribute to the economy through education and skill

o c) People who provide basic services

o d) The unemployment rate of a country

Answer: b) People who contribute to the economy through education and skill

3. Which of the following is NOT an indicator of human development?

o a) Literacy rate

o b) Life expectancy
 o c) GDP per capita

o d) Population density

Answer: d) Population density

4. Which of the following is an example of a service sector job that contributes to human capital?

o a) Farmer

o b) Engineer

o c) Miner

o d) Factory worker

Answer: b) Engineer

5. Which of the following is a factor that enhances the quality of human resources?

o a) Income

o b) Family size

o c) Education and skill development

o d) Land resources

Answer: c) Education and skill development