CBSE Class 6 Social Science Syllabus
| Theme | Chapter / Unit | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Theme A — India and the World: Land and the People | Locating Places on Earth | Understanding the Earth, continents, countries, and oceans. Introduction to maps, grid system, and cardinal directions. |
| Oceans and Continents | Study of Earth’s major oceans and continents. Key features and characteristics of each continent and ocean. | |
| Landforms and Life | Different landforms like mountains, plains, plateaus, deserts, etc. How landforms affect life, culture, and activities of people living there. | |
| Theme B — Tapestry of the Past | Timelines and Sources of History | Introduction to history, timelines, and how historical events are recorded. Primary and secondary sources (manuscripts, coins, inscriptions). |
| India, That is Bharat | India’s geographical, political, and cultural history. Evolution of India’s boundaries and its rich heritage. | |
| Beginnings of Indian Civilisation | Origins of Indian civilization (Indus Valley Civilization). Development of early human settlements, culture, and economy. | |
| Theme C — Our Cultural Heritage and Knowledge Traditions | Indian Cultural Roots | Exploration of India’s cultural diversity—language, traditions, art, festivals, music, and dances that form India’s cultural identity. |
| Unity in Diversity, or ‘Many in the One’ | How India’s diversity in language, religion, customs, and traditions contributes to national unity. Importance of tolerance, respect, and coexistence. | |
| Theme D — Governance and Democracy | Family and Community | Role of family in society and its functions. The concept of community and its importance in shaping governance structures. |
| Grassroots Democracy – Part 1: Governance | Introduction to governance at the local level. How people participate in decision-making. | |
| Grassroots Democracy – Part 2: Local Government in Rural Area | Structure and functioning of rural self-government (Panchayats, Gram Sabha). Role in community development. | |
| Grassroots Democracy – Part 3: Local Government in Urban Area | Local governments in urban areas (Municipalities, Corporations). Their role in development of towns and cities. | |
| Theme E — Economic Life Around Us | The Value of Work | Understanding different types of work and professions. Importance of manual work, skilled labor, and all forms of work in sustaining society. |
| Economic Activities Around Us | Overview of economic activities—farming, trade, industry, and services. How regions engage in activities based on natural resources and geography. |
