CBSE Class 7 Social Science Syllabus 2025–26 | NCERT
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CBSE CLASS 7 – SOCIAL SCIENCE SYLLABUS (2025–26)
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Class: VII
Subject: Social Science
Board: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
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📝 Question Pattern & Marking Scheme (CBSE – School Examination)
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As per CBSE assessment guidelines followed by schools
Theory Examination: 80 Marks
Internal Assessment: 20 Marks
Indicative Question Paper Pattern:
- Section A: Very Short Answer (VSA) – 1 × 10 = 10 marks
- Section B: Short Answer (SA-I) – 2 × 10 = 20 marks
- Section C: Short Answer (SA-II) – 3 × 10 = 30 marks
- Section D: Long Answer (LA) – 5 × 4 = 20 marks
- Map Work: Integrated within History/Geography questions
- Case-based / Competency-based questions: Included across sections
Internal Assessment (20 Marks):
- Periodic Tests
- Map Work & Project Work
- Notebook Submission
- Subject Enrichment Activities
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📚 CBSE Class 7 Social Science Syllabus (NCERT – 2025–26)
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Section A: History – Our Pasts II
| Unit | Chapter Title | Chapter Overview / Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tracing Changes Through a Thousand Years | Understanding historical developments from 700–1750 CE. |
| 2 | New Kings and Kingdoms | Study of medieval kingdoms and administrative systems. |
| 3 | The Delhi Sultans | Learning about the rulers, administration, and architecture. |
| 4 | The Mughal Empire | Understanding Mughal administration, culture, and policies. |
| 5 | Rulers and Buildings | Exploring architecture as a symbol of power. |
| 6 | Towns, Traders and Craftspersons | Growth of towns, trade routes, and crafts. |
| 7 | Tribes, Nomads and Settled Communities | Study of tribal societies and social changes. |
| 8 | Devotional Paths to the Divine | Bhakti and Sufi movements and their impact. |
| 9 | The Making of Regional Cultures | Evolution of regional identities and traditions. |
| 10 | Eighteenth-Century Political Formations | Political developments before British rule. |
Section B: Geography – Our Environment
| Unit | Chapter Title | Chapter Overview / Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Environment | Understanding natural, human-made, and human environments. |
| 2 | Inside Our Earth | Earth’s interior, rocks, and minerals. |
| 3 | Our Changing Earth | Lithospheric movements and landform development. |
| 4 | Air | Composition of atmosphere, weather, and climate. |
| 5 | Water | Hydrosphere, water cycle, and conservation. |
| 6 | Natural Vegetation and Wildlife | Types of vegetation and wildlife conservation. |
| 7 | Human Environment – Settlement, Transport and Communication | Human settlements and means of connectivity. |
Section C: Civics – Social and Political Life II
| Unit | Chapter Title | Chapter Overview / Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | On Equality | Equality as a core value of Indian democracy. |
| 2 | Role of the Government in Health | Government responsibilities in public health. |
| 3 | How the State Government Works | Structure and functioning of state governments. |
| 4 | Growing up as Boys and Girls | Gender roles and social expectations. |
| 5 | Women Change the World | Women’s participation and empowerment. |
| 6 | Understanding Media | Role and influence of media in democracy. |
| 7 | Understanding Advertising | Advertising techniques and consumer awareness. |
| 8 | Markets Around Us | Types of markets and their functioning. |
| 9 | A Shirt in the Market | Production process and interdependence in markets. |
This syllabus strictly follows the latest NCERT textbooks prescribed by CBSE for the academic session 2025–26.
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🔍 Related Keyphrases
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- CBSE Class 7 Social Science syllabus 2025
- Class 7 SST NCERT syllabus
- CBSE Class VII Social Science chapters
- NCERT Class 7 SST curriculum
- CBSE Class 7 SST exam pattern
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Q1. Is this CBSE Class 7 Social Science syllabus updated for 2025–26?
Yes, it is based on the latest CBSE and NCERT guidelines for the 2025–26 academic year.
Q2. How many subjects are included in Class 7 Social Science?
Social Science includes History, Geography, and Civics as per NCERT.
Q3. Is map work compulsory in Class 7 Social Science?
Yes, map-based questions are an integral part of Geography and History assessments.
Q4. Are projects included in Class 7 SST assessment?
Yes, project work and subject enrichment activities form part of internal assessment.
Q5. Which textbooks should be followed for Class 7 Social Science?
Students should follow NCERT textbooks for History, Geography, and Civics prescribed by CBSE.
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