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COURSE STRUCTURE

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History (India and the Contemporary World-II) inclusive of

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Livelihoods, (To be evaluated in the Board Examination
Economies and Subtopics: 1 to 1.3 Pre Modern World to
Societies Conquest, disease and trade)

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(Internally assessed for 5 marks) Subtopics
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III. V Print Culture and the Modern world
Everyday Life,
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Interdisciplinary project as part of multiple assessments
(Internally assessed for 5 marks)
Political Science (Democratic Politics-II) 20
Unit No. Chapter No. Chapter name Marks

I 1 Power-sharing
2 Federalism
II 3 Gender, Religion and Caste 20

III 4 Political Parties
IV 5 Outcomes of Democracy
Economics (Understanding Economic Development) 20

Chapter No. Chapter name Marks
1 Development
2 Sectors of the Indian Economy
3 Money and Credit 20
4  Globalisation and the Indian Economy to be evaluated in
the Board Examination
 What is Globalisation?
 Factors that have enabled Globalisation
 Interdisciplinary project as part of multiple assessment
(Internally assessed for 5 marks)
 Production across the countries
 Chinese toys in India
 World Trade Organisation
 The Struggle for a Fair Globalisation
5 Consumer Rights (Project Work)

CLASS X (2026-27)
COURSE CONTENT

HISTORY: India and the Contemporary World - II

Chapter I -The Rise of Nationalism in Europe

Learning outcome- The students will be able to

⮚ Infer how French Revolution had an impact on the European countries in the making of a
nation state.
⮚ Comprehend the nature of the diverse social movements of the time.
⮚ Analyse and infer the evolution of the idea of nationalism which led to the formation of nation
states in Europe and elsewhere.
⮚ Evaluate the reasons which led to the First World War.

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Chapter 2 Nationalism in India

Learning outcome- The students will be able to

⮚ Illustrate various facets of Nationalistic movements that ushered in the sense of Collective
Belonging.
⮚ Evaluate the effectiveness of the strategies applied by Gandhiji and other leaders in the
movements organised by him.
⮚ Summarise the effects of the First World War that triggered the two defining movements
(Khilafat &Non- Cooperation Movement) in India

Chapter 3-. The Making of a Global World

Subtopic 1. The pre-modern world
Subtopic 2. 19th century 1815 -1914
Subtopic 3. The inter- war economy
Subtopic 4. Rebuilding of world economy: the post war era.

Inter disciplinary Project with chapter 7 of Geography: Lifelines of National Economy and
chapter 4 of Economics: Globalisation and the Indian Economy

Refer Annexure III B

Learning outcome- The students will be able to
⮚ Summarise the changes that transformed the world in different areas.
⮚ Depict the global interconnectedness from the Pre-modern to the present day.
⮚ Enumerate the destructive impact of colonialism on the livelihoods of colonised people.

Chapter 4-The Age of Industrialisation

Learning outcome- The students will be able to

 Enumerate economic, political, social features of Pre and Post Industrialization.
 Analyse and infer how the industrialization impacted colonies with specific focus on India

Chapter 5. Print culture and the Modern World

Learning Outcome- The students will be able to

⮚ Enumerate the development of Print from its beginnings in East Asia to its expansion in
Europe and India.
⮚ Compare and contrast the old tradition of handwritten manuscripts versus print technology.
⮚ Summarise the role of Print revolution and its impact

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Learning Outcome- The students will be able to
 Enumerates how the resources are interdependent, justify how planning is essential in
judicious utilisation of resources and the need to develop them in India.
⮚ Infer the rationale for development of resources.
⮚ Analyse and evaluate data and information related to non-optimal land, utilization in India
⮚ Suggest remedial measures for optimal utilization of underutilized resources
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⮚ Analyse the role of grazing and wood cutting in the development and degradation
⮚ Summarise the reasons for conservation of biodiversity under sustainable development.
⮚ Discuss how developmental works, grazing wood cutting have impacted the forests
⮚ Use art integration to summarise and present the reasons for conservation of biodiversity in
India under sustainable development.

Chapter 3-Water Resources

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⮚ Analyse and infer how the multipurpose projects are supporting the requirement of water.
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⮚ Examine the crucial role played by agriculture in our economy and society.
⮚ Analyse the challenges faced by the farming community in India.
⮚ Identifies various aspects of agriculture, including crop production, types of farming etc.
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Chapter 6- Manufacturing Industries
Learning Outcome- The students will be able to
 Enumerates the impact of manufacturing industries on the environment and develop strategies
for sustainable development of the sector.
 Differentiates between various types of manufacturing industries based on their input materials,
processes, and end products, and analyse their significance in the Indian economy.
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 Analyses the relation between the availability of raw material and location of the industry

Chapter 7- Life Lines of National Economy

Interdisciplinary project with chapter 3 of History: The making of a Global world and chapter 4 of
Economics: Globalisation and the Indian Economy

Learning Outcome-Refer Annexure III-B

Political Science: Democratic Politics - II

Chapter 1- Power – sharing

Learning Outcome- The students will be able to

⮚ Enumerate the need for power sharing in democracy.
⮚ Analyse the challenges faced by countries like Belgium and Sri Lanka ensuring effective
power sharing.
⮚ Compare and contrast the power sharing of India with Sri Lanka and Belgium.
⮚ Summarise the purpose of power sharing in preserving the unity and stability of a country

Chapter 2-Federalism

Learning Outcome- The students will be able to

⮚ Infer how federalism is being practised in India.
⮚ Analyse the policies and politics that has strengthened federalism in practice.

Chapter 3- Gender, Religion and Caste
Learning Outcome- The students will be able to

⮚ Examine the role and differences of Gender, religion and Caste in practicing Democracy.
⮚ Analyse that different expressions based on the differences, are healthy or otherwise in a
democracy

Chapter 4- Political Parties
Learning Outcome- The students will be able to

⮚ Understand the process of parties getting elected.
⮚ Know the significance of the right to vote and exercise the duties as citizens of a nation.
⮚ Examine the role, purpose and no. of Political Parties in Democracy.

Chapter 5- Outcomes of Democracy

Learning Outcome- The students will be able to

⮚ Enumerates how the success of democracy depends on quality of government, economic
well- being, inequality, social differences, conflict, freedom and dignity.

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Economics: Understanding Economic Development

Chapter- 1. Development

Learning Outcome- The students will be able to

⮚ Enumerate and examine the different processes involved in setting developmental Goals.
⮚ Analyse and infer how the per capita income depicts the economic condition of the nation.
⮚ Evaluate the development goals with reference to their efficacy, implemental strategies,
relevance to current requirements of the nation.
⮚ Compare the per capita income of some countries and infer reasons for the variance.
⮚ Analyse the multiple perspectives on the need of development.

Chapter 2- Sectors of the Indian Economy

Learning Outcome- The students will be able to

⮚ Analyse and infer how the economic activities in different sectors contribute to the overall
growth and development of the Indian economy.
⮚ Propose solutions to identified problems in different sectors based on their understanding.
⮚ Summarise how the organised and unorganised sectors are providing employment
⮚ Enumerate the role of the unorganised sector in impacting Per Capita Income currently and
propose suggestive steps to reduce the unorganised sector for more productive
contributions to GDP.
⮚ Enumerate and infer the essential role of the Public and Private sectors

Chapter 3- Money and Credit

Learning Outcome- The students will be able to

⮚ Enumerate how money plays as a medium exchange in all transactions of goods and
services from ancient times to the present times.
⮚ Analyse and infer various sources of Credit.
⮚ Summarise the significance and role of self-help groups in the betterment of the economic
condition of rural people/ women.

Chapter- 4. Globalisation and the Indian Economy
Subtopics: What is Globalisation?
Factors that have enabled Globalisation.
Interdisciplinary Project with chapter 3 of History: “The Making of a Global World” and chapter
7 of Geography: “Lifelines of National Economy”
Subtopics:
i. Production across the countries
ii. World Trade Organisation
iii. The Struggle for a Fair Globalisation
Refer Annexure III-B

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⮚ Enumerate the concept of globalisation and its definition,
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⮚ Evaluate the key role of the key major drivers of globalisation and their role in shaping the
global economic landscape in various countries.
⮚ Comprehend the significance of role of G20 and its significance in the light of India's role.
5. Project work - Consumer Rights OR Social Issues OR Sustainable Development
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History Nationalism in India I. Congress sessions:
 1920 Calcutta
 1920 Nagpur
 1927 Madras session
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Geography Resources and Identify Major Soil Types
Development
Water Resources Locating and Labeling:
 Salal Sardar Sarovar
 Bhakra Nangal Hirakund
 Tehri Nagarjun Sagar
 Rana Pratap Sagar Tungabhadra
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Minerals and Identify:
Energy Resources Iron Ore Mines Coal Mines Oil Fields
Mayurbhanj Raniganj Digboi Naharkatia
Durg Bokaro Mumbai High
Bailadila Talcher Bassien
Bellary Neyveli Kalol
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Locate and label: Power Plants
Thermal Nuclear
 Namrup  Narora
 Singrauli  Kakrapara
 Ramagundam  Tarapur
 Kalpakkam

Manufacturing  Manufacturing Industries (Locating and labeling only)
Industries
 Cotton textile Industries: a. Mumbai, b. Indore,
c. Surat, d. Kanpur, e. Coimbatore
 Iron and Steel Plants: a. Durgapur, b. Bokaro, c.
Jamshedpur, d. Bhilai, e. Vijayanagar, f. Salem
 Software technology Parks: a. Noida, b. Gandhi- nagar,
c. Mumbai, d. Pune, e. Hyderabad,
f. Bengaluru, g. Chennai,h. Thiruvananthapuram

Lifelines of National Locating and Labeling
Economy
a. Major Sea Ports

• Kandla • Tuticorin
• Mumbai • Chennai
• Marmagao • Visakhapatnam
• New Mangalore • Paradip
• Kochi • Haldia
b. International Airports
 Amritsar (Raja Sansi-Sri Guru Ram Das ji)
 Delhi (Indira Gandhi)
 Mumbai (Chhatrapati Shivaji)
 Chennai (Meenambakkam)
 Kolkata (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose)
 Hyderabad (Rajiv Gandhi)

Note
1. Items of Locating and Labelling may also be given for Identification.
2. The Maps available in the website of Govt. of India may be used.

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CLASS X
QUESTION PAPER DESIGN
Subject Wise Weightage

Subject Syllabus Marks Percentage
(80)
History  The Rise of Nationalism in Europe.
 Nationalism in India:
18+2 25%
 The Making of a Global World Sub topics 1 to 1.3
 Print Culture and the Modern World
 Map pointing

Political  Power – sharing
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 Federalism 20 25%
 Gender, Religion and Caste
 Political Parties
 Outcomes of Democracy
Geography  Resources and Development
 Forest and Wildlife Resources
 Water Resources
17+3 25%
 Agriculture
 Mineral& Energy resources
 Manufacturing industries.
 Lifelines of National Economy (map pointing)
 Map pointing
Economics  Development
 Sectors of the Indian Economy
 Money and Credit 20 25%
 Globalisation and The Indian Economy
Sub topics:
 What is Globalisation?
 Factors that have enabled Globalisation

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5 Mark- Long Answer Questions (4x5) 20 25%
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giving descriptions and stating main ideas.
2 Applying: Solving problems to new situations by applying
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and rules in a different way.
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4 Map Skill 5 6.25%

Total 80 100%
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CLASS X (2026-27)
GUIDELINES FOR INTERNAL ASSESSMENT: 20 MARKS

Type of Assessment Description Marks

Periodic Assessment Pen Paper Test. 5

Multiple Assessment Quiz, debate, role play, viva, group discussion, visual
expression, interactive bulletin boards, gallery walks, 5
exit cards, concept maps, peer assessment, Self-
assessment etc. through Interdisciplinary project
Subject Enrichment Project Work on Consumer Rights OR Social Issues OR 5
Activity Sustainable Development (Interdisciplinary)
Portfolio Classwork, Work done (activities/ assignments) 5
reflections, narrations, journals, etc. Achievements of
the student in the subject throughout the year
Participation of the student in different activities like
heritage India quiz

CLASS X
PRESCRIBED TEXTBOOKS

S.No. Subject Name of the Book Publisher

1 History India and the Contemporary World-II NCERT
2 Political Science Democratic Politics-II NCERT

3 Geography Contemporary India-II NCERT

4 Economics Understanding Economic Development NCERT

5 Disaster Management Together, towards a safer India- Part III CBSE

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Interdisciplinary Project: Class X

Subject and Name of Suggested Teaching Learning Outcomes Time Schedule
Chapter No. the Learning Process with Specific For
Chapter Competencies Completion
History Making of a The teachers may use ⮚ Analyse the The schools
Chapter III Global World the following implication of do IDP
pedagogies in globalisation for local between the
facilitating the economies. months of
students in completion ⮚ Discuss how April and
of Interdisciplinary globalisation is September at
Project. experienced the School
1) Constructivism differently by under the
Geography Lifelines of 2) Inquiry based different social guidance of a
Chapter 7 National learning groups. Enumerates teacher.
Economy 3) Cooperative how transportation (Carryover of
learning works as a lifeline of project to
4) Learning station the economy. home must
5) Collaborative ⮚ Analyse and infer be strictly
learning the impact of avoided)
6) Videos/ Visuals/ roadways and
documentaries/ movie railways on the
clippings national economy.
7) Carousel technique ⮚ Analyses and infers
8) Art integrated the challenges faced
learning Group by the roadways and
Discussions Multiple railway sector in
Assessment: Ex. India
Surveys/ Interviews/
Research work/
Observation/ Story
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Economics Globalisation Presentation/ Art ⮚ Integrate various
Chapter 4 on and the integration/ Quiz/ dimensions of
Indian Debate/ role play/ globalisation in
Economy viva, /group terms of cultural /
discussion, /visual political/ social
expression/ /economic
interactive bulletin aspects)
boards/ gallery walks/ ⮚ Appraise the
exit cards/ concept evolution of
maps/ peer Globalisation and
assessment/ art the global trends
integration /Self - ⮚ Investigate the
assessment/integrati factors that
on of technology etc. facilitated the
growth on MNC ‘s

Guidelines:
 It involves combining 2 or more disciplines into one activity-more coherent and integrated.
The generally recognized disciplines are economics, History, Geography, Political Science,
a sample plan has been enclosed) Kindly access the link given below

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 Methodology (A sample interdisciplinary project plan Link
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 Topic: The Making of a Global World, Globalisation and Lifelines of Economy
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dIwwFeaSrExJHMtkzcEuoq3ehh-7FtHM/edit
Plan of the project:
A suggestive 10 days’ plan given below which you may follow, or you can create on your own,
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Interdisciplinary Project

Day 1: Introduction to the Interdisciplinary Project and Setting the Context:
Brief overview of the project and its objectives to be given by the teachers.

History teacher to Introduce the historical context of World War II and its aftermath through
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gqx2E5qIV9s and discuss the causes and consequences of
the Great Depression and the role of mass production and consumption in the Great
Depression. Present a group PPT /report on consequences of the Great Depression on the
global economy.

Day 3: India and the Great Depression:
Students to collect material related to India’s economic condition during the Great Depression
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 Teachers to use Jigsaw method to make the students to sit in groups and to give each group a
part of the handout with information about process taken to rebuild economy and how the
production across countries got interlinked. Make the groups to compile the information by
moving from group to group.
 Make them discuss the post-war recovery efforts and their impact on the global economy
 Study the role of the Bretton Woods Institutions in rebuilding the world economy and present
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Day 5: The Early Post-War Years: The role of roadways, railways, waterways and airways
in building the national economy
 The teacher distributes the Handout 1 given below to the groups and asks them to find
answers to the questions posed at the end of Hand out and present it in groups using Café
conversations mode. Refer Annexure III for rubrics.
 Study the challenges faced by the world in the early post-war years
Day 6: Post war settlement and Bretton Woods institutions
● Make the students read the material available online/in library and debate the impact of
Bretton Woods institutions in the post war economy. Refer Annexure V for Rubrics.

Day 7: Decolonization and Independence - The Role of World Trade Organization:
 The students will read the handout 2 given below and present a role play of the support
rendered by the World Trade Organisation in building new nations. Refer Annexure V for
rubrics
 Introduction to the World Trade Organization
 Study the role of the WTO in promoting fair trade practices
 Discuss the efforts made towards decolonization and independence of nations
Day 8: End of Bretton Woods and the Beginning of Globalisation:
● The students will read material given in the link
https://www.imf.org/external/about/histend.htm#:~:text=End%20of%20Bretton% 20Woods
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● Organise an interview with a financial expert/economist/ lecturer/professor. Based on the
information they gathered, the students can submit a report on the findings.
● Discuss the reasons for the end of the Bretton Woods system

Day 9: Impact of Globalization in India and role of waterways and airways
https://www.jagranjosh.com/general-knowledge/new-economic-policy-of-1991-objectives-
features-and-impacts-1448348633-1
● The students will read the material given in the above link and design a report on what would
have happened to India if this stand wasn’t taken and present it as a radio talk show. They
will link the role of waterways and airways in the achievement of India in globalisation.
● Study the impact of globalisation on the Indian economy
● Discuss the challenges faced by India in the process of globalisation

Day 10. Final presentation
Conclude the interdisciplinary project and summarize the key takeaways.

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Handout 1 for Day 4 of Inter Disciplinary Project of Class X

Title: The Role of Waterways and Airways in Post-World War II- World and India

Introduction: After the end of World War II, the world faced significant economic, social, and political
changes. The role of waterways and airways in shaping the post-war world and India is crucial to
understand. In this handout, we will discuss the impact of waterways and airways on the global
economy and how it helped India in its development.
Waterways: In the post-World War II era, waterways played a crucial role in the movement of
goods and people. The improvement of ports and waterways allowed for more efficient
transportation of goods and helped to spur economic growth.
The increased demand for goods and services, combined with the development of shipping
technologies, allowed for the expansion of international trade. This helped to boost the world
economy and allowed for the growth of industries in many countries, including India.
In India, the development of waterways and ports helped to improve the country's economy. The
country's long coastline and several rivers made it an ideal location for the transportation of goods.
The growth of ports and waterways in India allowed for the movement of goods from one part of
the country to another, helping to spur economic growth and development.
Airways: After World War II, the development of air transportation revolutionized the world's
economy. The expansion of air travel allowed for faster and more efficient transportation of goods
and people, which helped to boost the world economy.
In India, the growth of airways helped to connect different parts of the country and made it easier
for people and goods to move from one place to another. This helped to spur economic growth
and development in India.
The growth of air transportation in India also allowed for the expansion of international trade.
Indian businesses could now easily access foreign markets, which helped to boost the country's
economy.
Conclusion:
The role of waterways and airways in the post-World War II world and India was crucial in shaping
the economic and social landscape of these countries. The development of these transportation
modes helped to spur economic growth and allowed for the expansion of international trade.
Understanding the impact of waterways and airways on the world and India is crucial in
understanding the economic and social changes that took place after World War II.
Questions:

1. Mention the role of major ports in imports and exports.
2. Emergence of Deccan airways changed the entire functionalities of domestic airways.
Substantiate the statement
3. The waterways and airways contribute to the economic growth of India. Substantiate your
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ANNEXURE IV
Suggested Template for Presentation by the Students

Name of the Students (Team):
Class : Section:
Topics of Interdisciplinary
Project:
Title of the Project:
Objectives:
Multiple Assessment:
Ex. Surveys / Interviews / Research work/ Observation/ Story based Presentation/ Art integration/
Quiz/ Debate/ role play/ viva, /Group discussion /visual expression/ interactive bulletin boards/
gallery walks/ exit cards/ concept maps/ peer assessment/ art integration /Self-assessment/
integration of technology etc.
Evidences: Photos, Excerpts from Interviews, observations, Videos, Research References, etc.
Overall presentation: Link of PPT, shared documents, can be digital/handwritten, as per the
convenience of the school.
Acknowledgement:
References
(websites, books, newspaper
etc.)
Reflections:

ANNEXURE V
Rubrics for Interdisciplinary Project

Rubrics Marks allocated

Research Work 1

Collaboration & Communication 1

Presentation & Content relevance 1

Competencies- Creativity, Analytical skills, 2
Evaluation, Synthesizing,
Total 5

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