ICSE Class 10 Sample Paper 2027 History & Civics

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ICSE Class 10 2027
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Civics
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ICSE Class 10 2027 Sample Paper History, Civics

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HISTORY & CIVICS
(H.C.G. Paper – 1)

Maximum Marks: 80

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4. The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the
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Instruction for the Supervising Examiner

Kindly read aloud the Instructions given above to all the candidates present in the

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NOTE:

The Specimen Question Paper in the subject provides a realistic
format of the Board Examination Question Paper and should be used
as a practice tool. The questions for the Board Examination can be
set from any part of the syllabus. However, the format of the Board
Examination Question Paper will remain the same as that of the
Specimen Question Paper.

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PART I (30 Marks)
(Attempt all questions from this Part)

Question 1
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R: Can never be dissolved as a whole

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(ii) Who is authorised to make amendments related to the headline given below?

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(b) The President

(c) The Parliament

(d) The Prime Minister [Application]

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(iii) Cabinet : inner core :: __________: junior-most ministers

(a) Ministers of State

(b) Deputy Ministers

(c) Council of Ministers

(d) State Ministers [Understanding]

(iv) Which option best describes the picture given below?

(a) All ministers have portfolios.

(b) All ministers meet frequently.

(c) There are three categories of ministers.

(d) The ministers work together like a team. [Understanding]

(v) Choose the correct option to replace the underlined word:
The Council of Ministers is individually responsible to the Lok Sabha.

(a) Prime Minister

(b) Rajya Sabha

(c) President
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(d) Speaker

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(vi) Ravi, a college student, was taken into police custody without being informed of
the reasons for his arrest. His family was not told where he was detained, and he
was not produced before a magistrate within 24 hours. Ravi’s parents filed a case in
the Supreme Court requesting that the police produce Ravi before the court. Which

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(d) Mandamus [Application]

(vii) Assertion (A): The Muslim League was formed in 1906.

Reason (R): The Congress split into two factions in 1907.
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Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R)

(d) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A). [Analysis]

(viii) Identify the option which shows the correct chronology of the following events:

1. The Dandi March
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(c) 3-2-1 [Recall &
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(ix) Mira notices that the children in her apartment are writing on the newly painted
walls. If she decides to address this issue using methods inspired by the Early
Nationalists, which approach is she MOST LIKELY to follow?

(a) Fight with the children

(b) Write a letter to the welfare association highlighting the problem

(c) Paint all the dirty walls

(d) Boycott the families of the children [Application]

(x) Choose the option which shows the correct match:

Column A Column B
1. Militarism A. Intense pride in one’s nation

2. Alliance System B. Glorification of military power

3. Nationalism C. Division of nations into rival groups

(a) 1-B, 2-C, 3-A

(b) 1-A, 2-B, 3-C

(c) 1-C, 2-B, 3-A

(d) 1-B, 2-A, 3-C [Understanding]

(xi) Which of the following organisations is connected to the given picture?

(a) UNESCO

(b) UNICEF

(c) WHO

(d) UNDP [Understanding]

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(xii) Who among the following is NOT an Assertive Nationalist Leader?

(a) Bipin Chandra Pal

(b) Dadabhai Naoroji

(c) Lala Lajpat Rai
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Europe and soon spreading to other parts of the world. Powerful nations formed
rival alliances, and an assassination triggered widespread fighting. The war
reshaped political boundaries and weakened old empires. Its immediate cause
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(xiv) Which of the following countries will NOT be a part of the cartoon given below?

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(b) Japan

(c) Russia

(d) Britain [Application]

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(xv) Identify the correct pair from the given options:

(a) Surendranath Banerjee – Assertive Nationalist

(b) Raja Ram Mohan Roy – Delhi Durbar

(c) Dadabhai Naoroji – First President of Congress

(d) Jyotiba Phule – Women’s Education [Analysis]

(xvi) Connect the information given in the diagram below and identify X.

(a) Mahatma Gandhi

(b) Subhash Chandra Bose

(c) Bipin Chandra Pal

(d) Jawaharlal Nehru [Understanding]

Question 2
(i) Read the extract given below and answer the question that follows: [2]

In India, the Supreme Court can exercise advisory jurisdiction under Article 143 of
the Constitution. With regard to the President, these opinions are purely advisory.

Mention any two points about the Supreme Court that can be inferred from the
given extract. [Understanding]

(ii) Which category of power is being exercised by the President in the following? [2]

(a) Appointment of Cabinet ministers

(b) Approval of a Money Bill [Understanding]

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(iii) The whole plan may not be perfect but like all plans, its success will depend on the [2]
spirit of goodwill with which it is carried out.
– Lord Mountbatten
Give two reasons for the acceptance of the above plan by the Congress. [Recall]

(iv) Imagine you were an artisan in the year 1856. Mention any two ways in which the [2]
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(vi) Mention any two objectives of the League of Nations. [2]
[Recall]

(vii) Mention any two ideologies of dictators. [2]
[Recall]

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PART II

SECTION A (20 Marks)
(Attempt any two questions from this Section.)

Question 3

The Union Legislature of India is the law-making body of the country. With reference to
the Parliament, answer the following questions:

(i) Mention any three key differences in power between the Lok Sabha and the Rajya [3]
Sabha that make the Lok Sabha more influential. [Analysis]

(ii) Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die, overall productivity at 79 percent. [3]
–Deccan Herald,21 December 2023.
Who can adjourn the above session? Explain the composition of this house. [Recall]

(iii) Mention any four legislative powers of the Parliament. [4]
[Recall]

Question 4

The President is the nominal head of the executive and the first citizen of the country. With
reference to this statement, answer the following questions:

(i) Mention any three legislative powers of the President which justify his nominal [3]
position. [Understanding]

(ii) Mention any three points to enumerate the financial powers vested in the President [3]
of India. [Recall]

(iii) Describe the constitutional procedure to remove the President. [4]
[Recall]

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Question 5

The High Courts and Subordinate Courts are part of the integrated judicial system. With
reference to the statement, answer the following questions:

(i) Mention three cases which fall under the Original Jurisdiction of the High Court. [3]
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SECTION B (30 Marks)
(Attempt any three questions from this Section.)

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The Indian Rebellion of 1857, also known as thelIndian
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First War of Indian Independence, was a widespread uprising against British rule in India
that began in May, 1857. The rebellion was sparked by the sepoys' mutiny in Meerut on
May 10, 1857, and quickly spread to other parts of India. On May 10, 1857, Indian
soldiers, known as sepoys, rebelled against their British officers in the town of Meerut,
triggering a rebellion. The rebellion quickly spread to other parts of India with many
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[Recall]
(iii) The Subsidiary Alliance proved to be disastrous to the Indian Kingdoms. Justify [4]
this statement by stating any four clauses of this alliance. [Evaluation]

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Question 7
Nationalism refers to the feeling of oneness that emerges when people consider
themselves as one nation. With reference to the growth of nationalism, answer the
following questions:
(i) Name the first President of the Congress. Mention any two objectives of the [3]
Congress. [Recall]

(ii) Whether it is fiction, non-fiction, or periodical, all kinds of literature contributed at [3]
large in the national consciousness of India in pre-independence times. Mention
any three points to analyse the role of the press in the growth of nationalism. [Analysis]

(iii) Explain any four policies of Lord Lytton that showcased his attitude of racial [4]
superiority, eventually leading to the growth of nationalism. [Recall]

Question 8
Mahatma Gandhi led the freedom movement using non-violent methods. With reference
to the Gandhian movements, answer the following questions:
(i) Name the march led by Mahatma Gandhi to break the salt law. Which movement [3]
did this march lead to? In which year was that movement launched? [Recall]

(ii) The movement which began with this march made a considerable impact on the [3]
social and political surroundings of the country.
Analyse this statement by mentioning any three such impacts. [Analysis]

(iii) Mention any four clauses of the pact which led to the suspension of this [4]
movement. [Recall]

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Question 9
Observe the picture given below and answer the following questions:

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(i) Which country was responsible for the bombing referred to in the headline? [3]
Mention any two consequences of the World War associated with this incident. [Recall &

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Mention any four clauses of this treatyato justify this statement. [Evaluation]

Question 10
The United Nations Organisation aims to maintain international peace. With reference to
its organs and agencies, answer the following questions:
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Which agency of the United Nations is authorised to give this tag? Mention any [Understanding
three other contributions of that agency in the preservation of culture. & Recall]

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ICSE 2027 SPECIMEN
DRAFT MARKING SCHEME - HISTORY AND CIVICS (H.C.G. PAPER 1)
PART I (30 Marks)
(Attempt all questions from this Part.)
Question 1 [16x1]
(i) (c) P and R

(ii) (c) The Parliament

(iii) (b) Deputy Ministers

(iv) (d) The ministers work together like a team.

(v) (c) President

(vi) (a) Habeas Corpus

(vii) (d) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

(viii) (a) 3-1-2

(ix) (b) Write a letter to the welfare association highlighting the problem

(x) (a) 1-B, 2-C, 3-A

(xi) (a) UNESCO

(xii) (b) Dadabhai Naoroji

(xiii) (d) Sarajevo Crisis

(xiv) (b) Japan

(xv) (d) Jyotiba Phule – Women’s Education

(xvi) (b) Subhash Chandra Bose

Question 2
The answers provided are indicative only. Any other correct and relevant answers,
supported by appropriate reasoning where applicable, should also be accepted.

(i) The President can request the Supreme Court to give its opinion on any question [1+1]
of law or public importance / the Supreme Court may or may not give their opinion
as it is not executable as a judgement of the Supreme Court / Supreme Court’s
opinion is merely advisory and not binding on the President.
(Any two)

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(a) Appointment of Cabinet Minister – Executive power [2]
(b) Approval of a Money Bill – Financial power

(iii) It was the only solution to the communal problem of India / The experience of [2]
working with the League in the Interim Government had convinced the Congress
that it is impossible to have a joint administration / The League had joined the
Government to obstruct and not to cooperate / The only alternative to partition was
a weak Centre / A smaller India with a strong authority was better than a bigger
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from machine made goods / Loss of patronage / Unavailability of raw materials /
Any other relevant point.
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• He encouraged National Education.
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(vi) States were prohibited from entering into secret treaties and alliances / could not [2]
maintain huge armies / had to respect each other’s independence / had to refer their
mutual disputes if any to the League / had to take necessary action as directed by
the League / had to promote cultural, social and economic cooperation.
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PART II
SECTION A (20 Marks)
(Attempt any two questions from this Section.)

Question 3
(i) Motions of No-Confidence against the government can only be introduced and [3]
passed in the Lok Sabha / the Council of Ministers is answerable to the Lok Sabha
only / enjoy power only until they enjoy the trust of the house / Money bills can
be introduced only in the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha cannot reject or amend
it / Budget is passed / controls the national purse / has complete control over
finance / In case of a deadlock between the two houses, the decision of the Lok
Sabha prevails due to its higher numerical strength / Can pass an Adjournment
Motion
(Any three)

(ii) The Chairman or the Vice President of India. [1+2]
There is a total of 250 members, 238 from the states and 12 members are
nominated by the President.

(iii) Legislative powers of the Parliament: [4]
• Passes the budget
• When the budget amount is not sufficient, it can pass supplementary grants
• Fixes the salaries of the MPs
• Gives permission to introduce, increase or decrease tax
• Vote on Account – A procedure which allows the executive to draw funds
from the Consolidated Fund of India until the budget is passed.
(Any four)

Question 4
(i) The President performs the following functions on the advice of the Prime Minister [3]
and his cabinet:
Addresses the first session of the Parliament / Sends messages to the Parliament /
Can summon and prorogue the Parliament / Can dissolve the Lok Sabha /
Nominates 12 members to the Rajya Sabha / Gives assent to a bill to make it a law
/ Can promulgate ordinances / Can give his/her assent to some state bills / Previous
sanction to the Money bills / Give approval for introduction of Bills regarding
alteration of State / formation of State / Can call for a joint session of the
Parliament.
(Any three)

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withdrawal of advances from the Consolidated Fund of India / Appoints the
Finance Commission.
(Any three)

(iii) Can be introduced in any house / Passed by 2/3 majority and sent to the second [4]
house / In the second house it is investigated and the President can also be present/
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(Any three)

(ii) The President [1+2]
Qualifications: Must be a citizen of India / Must not be above 62 years of age /
Must have held a judicial office in India for at least 10 years / Must have been a
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SECTION B (30 Marks)
(Attempt any three questions from this Section.)
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(ii) Interference with social customs / Fears about modern innovations / Policy of [3]
racial discrimination / Corruption in administration / Oppression of the poor /
Increase in the activities of the missionaries to convert people to Christianity /
Fears regarding Western Education / Taxing religious places / Law of property
which enabled a convert from Hinduism to other religions to inherit his father’s
property.
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(iii) The Indian rulers who agreed to this accepted the British as their superpower and [4]
lost their independence / They agreed to maintain the British troops at their own
cost / Accepted a British resident at their court / They could not enter into any
alliance with other European Powers.
(Any four)

Question 7
(i) W.C. Bonnerjee [1+2]
To promote friendly relations between nationalist political workers from different
parts of the country / To develop and consolidate feelings of national unity
irrespective of caste, religion or province / To formulate popular demands and
present them before the government / To train and organise public opinion.
(Any two)

(ii) The press helped spread the ideals of patriotism, modern liberal ideas of liberty / [3]
freedom / equality / home rule / and independence / Criticised the British policies
/ Helped Indians exchange views / Made them aware of the happenings in the
world / Any other relevant point.
(Any three)

(iii) The Vernacular Press Act / Gagging Act / Press Regulation / The Indian Arms Act [4]
/ Organising the Grand Delhi Durbar / Reduced the maximum age for the Indian
Civil Service Examination from 21 to 19 years / Removed the import duties on
British textiles which destroyed Indian Industries.
(Any four points)

Question 8
(i) March to break salt law- Dandi March [1+1+1]
Led to- Civil Disobedience Movement
Civil Disobedience Movement year- 1930

(ii) Created patriotic feelings / Widened the base of freedom struggle / Made people [3]
understand the significance of non-violence / There was improvement in the status
of the depressed classes / Women became part of the movement / New methods of
propaganda like Prabhat Pheris were used / Congress took part in Legislative
elections.
(Any three)

(iii) The British agreed to: [4]
Withdraw all ordinances and end prosecutions / Release all political prisoners,
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The Congress agreed to:
Suspend the Civil Disobedience Movement / Participate in the Second Round
Table Conference / Not to press for investigation into police atrocities.
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aggressive nation to gain peace. Britain and France followed this policy towards
dictatorial countries like Germany and Italy because they felt that the dictators had
a real cause of grievance due to the humiliating terms of the Treaty of Versailles
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(iii) Germany was declared guilty of aggression / had to pay war reparation of 33 [4]
billion dollars / The area of the Rhine valley was demilitarised and the German
territory, west of Rhine was to be occupied by the Allied troops for 15 years /
Danzig became a free port in Polish territory / Lost Alsace Lorraine to France /
The Saar coal mines were given to France / Lost all her colonies to the allies / The
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got only two small islands and the coastal region of Dalmatia / Belgium- Got
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Independence was granted to Belgium, Poland, Czechoslovakia and Yugoslavia /
The League of Nations was set up to maintain peace and prevent another war.
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Question 10
(i) Composition of the International Court of Justice: [3]
Consists of 15 judges / Elected for a period of 9 years / Elected by General
Assembly and Security Council / Each judge is from different country / Elects its
President and Vice President for a period of 3 years / Appoints a registrar / Retired
judge may be re-elected.
(Any three points)

(ii) Exclusive functions of the General Assembly: [3]
To make recommendations in maintenance of international peace and security /
discuss any question relating to peace and security / To make recommendations
on any question within the scope of the charter / initiate studies / To make
recommendations to promote international political, social and economic
cooperation / Make recommendations for peaceful settlement of disputes / receive
and consider reports from Security Council and other organs / To consider and
approve the budget of the United Nations / To elect the non-permanent members
of the Security Council / The ECOSOC / Trusteeship Council and judges of the
International Court of Justice / Uniting for peace / to appoint Secretary-General on
the recommendation of the Security Council / Admission of new members /
Amend the charter / Distribute the Contributions among member states / friendly
relations between nations.
(Any three points)

(iii) UNESCO : Provides technical advice and assistance / Provides funds to preserve [1+3]
monuments and works of art / Prepares a World Heritage list / identifies
monuments to be protected / Protects rare manuscripts / Encourages artistic
creations in literature and fine arts / Cultural development through films / Any
other relevant point.
(Any three points)

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