MBOSE Class 8 Sample Question Paper 2027 Social Science

FOR MEGHALAYA CLASS 8 PREPARATION

MBOSE Class 8
Sample Question
Paper 2027 Social
Science
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Meghalaya Class 8 2027 Sample Paper Social Science

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Background Note
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NEP 2020 envisions a transformation in school assessment, away from rote
memorization towards formative, regular, competency-based evaluation that tests
higher-order thinking like analysis, critical thinking, and conceptual understanding
NCFSE 2023 builds on that vision and emphasizes “assessment as learning”,
“for learning”, and “of learning” which are oriented towards competencies and
capacities development in the learners.

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Competency-based questions (CBQs) and competency-based assessments
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focus from rote memorization or general qualifications to real-world skills,
behaviours, and outcomes.
The Sample Question Papers prepared and developed by the Directorate of
Educational Research and Training are based on the revised syllabus 2026 of
Meghalaya School Education for classes 6 to 8 across core subjects such as
Science, Mathematics, Social Science and Language including English, Khasi, Garo and
Hindi.

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from rote memorization to the application of knowledge, critical thinking, and

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The key benefits of these
Mathematics, Social Science and Language including English, Khasi, Garo and
Hindi and across grades 6 to 9, is that they serve both as practice tools and as
assessment frameworks, helping teachers design questions that test learners beyond
their conceptual understanding and to help in assessing their higher-order reasoning
and application capacities and skills.
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This document stands as a strategic resource meant to mainstream
competency-based assessment in middle and secondary stages of school education.
It reflects a broader curricular transition, addresses the evolving demands for
effective progression into higher grades.

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CONTENT
FOREWORD -------------------------------------------
BACKGROUND NOTE--------------------------------

SAMPLE QUESTION PAPER
Subjects Class
English Class VI
English Class VII
English Class VIII
MIL Khasi Class VI
MIL Khasi Class VII
MIL Khasi Class VIII
MIL Garo Class VI
MIL Garo Class VII
MIL Garo Class VIII
Mathematics Class VI
Mathematics Class VII
Mathematics Class VIII
Science Class VI
Science Class VII
Science Class VIII
Social Science Class VI
Social Science Class VII
Social Science Class VIII
MIL Hindi Class VI
MIL Hindi Class VII
MIL Hindi Class VIII

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CLASS: VIII
Duration – 3 hours
Total Marks – 80
General Instructions :
 Answer all questions
 Please check that there are 42 questions in the question paper
 Marks for each question are indicated against the question
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Section D – are short answer type questions of 3 marks each (3x5=15
marks)
Section E – consists of long answer type question of 5 marks each (5x5=25
marks)
Section F – are case based questions (5 marks)
Section G – are map skill based questions (5 marks)
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Multiple Choice Questions
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2. The first comprehensive history of British Rule in India was written by
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3. Which of the given options describes wind?
A. Ubiquitous Resource B. Non-Renewal
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C. Potential Resource D. Localized Resource

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4. Plants, animals, birds and organisms which live in the natural habitat
are termed as –
A. Natural Vegetation B. Wild animals

C. Wild Life D. Ecology

5. Gomasthas were beaten up by Indians because they are –

A. Paid agents of the B. Indigo Planters
British

C. Enlisted soldiers of the D. British Generals
British

6. The system where the cultivator pay the land revenue directly to the
British is known as the–
A. Zamindari System B. Mahalwari System

C. Ryotwari System D. Ijaradari System

7. The territories held by the British are put into Presidencies with its
headquarters in –
A. Calcutta, Madras, Delhi B. Calcutta, Bombay and
Madras

C. Delhi, Bombay, Madras D. Bengal, Jaipur,
Calcutta, Bombay

8. Which of the following is not a cause of soil erosion?
A. Afforestation B. Shifting agriculture

C. Mining D. Faulty agricultural
practises

9. ____________ is mainly used in electrical wires

A. Bauxite B. Iron ore

C. Aluminium D. Copper

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10. The primary purpose of law in a society toa–

A. punish all citizens B. promote inequality

C. maintain social order D. protect the wealthy
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12. Tipu Sultan was known as the ‘Tiger of Mysore’.
13. The President can dissolve the Rajya Sabha.
14. The British conducted many surveys in India.
15. The Prime Minister is elected directly by the people.
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19. The Indian Constitution acame th

20. Pampass are Grasslands found in North America.

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Very Short Answer Questions
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24. As an 18 year old and above, you go to the polling station to elect your
representative for the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly, State which
Right you are exercising?
25. Which Fundamental Right protects you from being forced to work below
the age of 14 years?
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26. By which Act can the bride’s family not be forced to give money or gifts
by the groom in a Marriage?
27. Give one reason Mir Jafar was favoured by the British.
28. List one use of the Indigo plant.
29. What is the main aim of the establishment of the East India Company
in India?
30. Give one qualification to become the President of India?

SECTION : D
Short Answer Type Questions
Answer the following questions within thirty to fifty words : (3x5=15)

31. What is Sustainable Development? List the 3R’s to achieve with
examples.
32. Why is land an important resource.
33. Who were given powers over cultivators by Lord Cornwallis under the
Permanent Settlement. How do they operate.
34. Describe the ‘Doctrine of Lapse’ as an instrument of annexation.
35. Who elect members of – Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha

SECTION: E
Long Answer Type Questions
Answer the following questions within 80-120 words: (5x5=25)

36. The colonial period contains highly accurate events of history. Explain
the different sources of British Rule in India?
37. How did the use of the Enfield Rifle led to the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857?
38. Classify the important future sources of energy?
39. How is the balance maintained in an ecosystem ?
40. If you are the Prime Minster of India, discuss your key roles in running
the administration of the country?

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Case based Question

Read the following passage and answer the questions at the end (5 marks)
41. The Umiam Dam is a source of electricity to our State, Meghalaya. It is
constructed by building a wall across the River Umiam. It is also helps
in water storage and flood control. It is also a beautiful and pristine
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42. On a given outline map of India locate the following - (1x5=5)

a. The Parliament House in India.
b. One gold mine in India.
c. One headquarter of the French in India.

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