Social Science — Syllabus & Chapters

The complete syllabus for Social Science — every chapter you need to study, and how the exam paper is structured.

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: When, Where and How?
Chapter 2: The Earliest Societies
Chapter 3: The First Farmers and Herders
Chapter 4: The First Cities
Chapter 5: The Earth in the Solar System
Chapter 6: Globe: Latitudes and Longitudes
Chapter 7: Motions of the Earth
Chapter 8: Maps
Chapter 9: Diversity
Chapter 10: Government
Chapter 11: Local Government and Administration
Chapter 12: Rural Livelihoods

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Social Science?

The Social Science syllabus has 12 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

How do I know which Social Science chapters carry the most marks?

Compare the chapter list above with the exam pattern and the last few years of question papers — the topics that appear most often and the units with the highest marks are where to focus first. Always confirm weightage against the official syllabus for your exam year.

Has the Social Science syllabus changed this year?

Boards occasionally revise the syllabus or remove topics for a session. Always download the official syllabus for your exact exam year from the official CBSE portal rather than relying on an older copy or a social-media list.

How can I prepare for Social Science faster?

Begin with the most-frequently-asked topics and the last few years of question papers, then test yourself under timed conditions. If you want guided help, you can use the free AI study tutor for Social Science — practise past-paper questions and get instant feedback — or a focused Social Science study guide that condenses the syllabus into the topics that matter most — both are free to start.