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Key Facts: PSEB Matric Social Science Exam
06
PSEB Matric Social Science subject code
PSEB Scheme of Studies for Class X
80 + 20
Theory + Internal Assessment (INA) marks out of 100
PSEB Scheme of Studies (Social Science code 06)
~3h
Typical Social Science theory sitting duration (confirm date sheet)
PSEB Matric exam scheduling practice
English MCQ adaptation
This free local bank is not the official board paper format
OpenExamPrep practice policy
PSEB Matric Social Science (code 06) is a compulsory Class 10 subject with Theory 80 + INA 20 = 100, mixed objective–subjective theory (not pure MCQ), about a 3-hour sitting, and pass rules carefully worded near 33% aggregate (with a theory floor that is session-dependent — often cited near 25% theory for 2025–26-style rules). This free 2026 bank is an English MCQ study adaptation for Geography, Economics, Punjab History, and Political Science — not the official board paper.
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1In Class 10 geography, resources are commonly classified as renewable or non-renewable mainly on the basis of:
2Sustainable development of resources emphasises using resources so that:
3Alluvial soils of the northern plains of India are especially important for agriculture because they are generally:
4Laterite soils in India are typically associated with:
5Which statement best describes India as a land of diverse natural vegetation?
6Tropical deciduous forests in India are often called monsoon forests because:
7Project Tiger was launched in India primarily to:
8Which is a major reason for declining wildlife in many regions of India?
9Multi-purpose river projects are called multi-purpose mainly because they:
10Rainwater harvesting is promoted in water-scarce areas mainly to:
About the PSEB Matric Social Science Exam
PSEB Matric Social Science covers Class 10 Geography, Economics, Punjab-focused History, and Political Science under subject code 06 (Theory 80 + INA 20). Core topics include resources, agriculture, minerals and industries, transport lifelines, development and economic sectors, money and credit, globalisation, consumer rights, Guru Nanak and the Sikh Gurus, the Khalsa, Banda Singh Bahadur and Misls, Maharaja Ranjit Singh, Anglo-Sikh wars and annexation, power sharing, federalism, democratic outcomes, and international organisations. Official assessment mixes objective and subjective items with internal assessment. This free local bank provides English four-option MCQs for revision; pair it with PSEB textbooks, structure of question paper, and model papers from pseb.ac.in.
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Assessment
PSEB Matric Social Science is a compulsory Group-A Class 10 subject (subject code 06) under the Punjab School Education Board. Official Scheme of Studies allocates Theory 80 marks + Internal Assessment (INA) 20 marks = 100 (no separate practical). The syllabus integrates four strands: Geography (resources and development, forest and wildlife, water resources, agriculture, minerals and energy, manufacturing industries, lifelines of the national economy); Economics (development, sectors of the Indian economy, money and credit, globalisation, consumer rights, financial literacy themes); History (Punjab’s physical setting and historical influence; Guru Nanak’s teachings; Sikh Gurus through Guru Tegh Bahadur; Guru Gobind Singh and the Khalsa; Banda Singh Bahadur and the Sikh Misls; Maharaja Ranjit Singh; Anglo-Sikh relations and annexation of Punjab); and Political Science (power sharing, federalism, political competition, outcomes of democracy, international organisations and India). Official theory papers are mixed-format (not pure MCQ), commonly about 3 hours, and may include map work. Passing rules are session-dependent: many 2025–26 secondary summaries cite about 33% aggregate with a minimum near 25% in theory, while some Scheme of Studies texts require 33% separately in theory and INA as well as aggregate — always verify the circular for your year on pseb.ac.in. This practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation for concept fluency — it does not simulate the official bilingual constructed-response paper, map booklet, or INA project work.
Time Limit
About 3 hours for the Social Science theory paper as commonly scheduled; confirm the year-specific Matric date sheet on pseb.ac.in
Passing Score
Commonly described as about 33% aggregate in the subject with a theory minimum near 25% of theory marks under widely reported 2025–26-style rules; later Scheme of Studies wording may require 33% separately in theory and INA as well as aggregate. Confirm the official PSEB circular for your session.
Exam / Certification Fees
As notified by PSEB and paid through affiliated secondary schools (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories).
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Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
Geography
Resources and development, forests and wildlife, water, agriculture, minerals and energy, manufacturing, and lifelines of the national economy.
Economics
Development indicators, sectors of the Indian economy, money and credit, globalisation, consumer rights, and financial literacy themes.
History
Punjab historical geography; Guru Nanak and the Sikh Gurus; Khalsa; Banda Singh Bahadur and Misls; Ranjit Singh; Anglo-Sikh relations and annexation.
Political Science
Power sharing, federalism and local government, political competition and parties, outcomes of democracy, international organisations and India.
Preparing for the PSEB Matric Social Science Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Commonly described as about 33% aggregate in the subject with a theory minimum near 25% of theory marks under widely reported 2025–26-style rules; later Scheme of Studies wording may require 33% separately in theory and INA as well as aggregate. Confirm the official PSEB circular for your session.
- Assessment: PSEB Matric Social Science is a compulsory Group-A Class 10 subject (subject code 06) under the Punjab School Education Board. Official Scheme of Studies allocates Theory 80 marks + Internal Assessment (INA) 20 marks = 100 (no separate practical). The syllabus integrates four strands: Geography (resources and development, forest and wildlife, water resources, agriculture, minerals and energy, manufacturing industries, lifelines of the national economy); Economics (development, sectors of the Indian economy, money and credit, globalisation, consumer rights, financial literacy themes); History (Punjab’s physical setting and historical influence; Guru Nanak’s teachings; Sikh Gurus through Guru Tegh Bahadur; Guru Gobind Singh and the Khalsa; Banda Singh Bahadur and the Sikh Misls; Maharaja Ranjit Singh; Anglo-Sikh relations and annexation of Punjab); and Political Science (power sharing, federalism, political competition, outcomes of democracy, international organisations and India). Official theory papers are mixed-format (not pure MCQ), commonly about 3 hours, and may include map work. Passing rules are session-dependent: many 2025–26 secondary summaries cite about 33% aggregate with a minimum near 25% in theory, while some Scheme of Studies texts require 33% separately in theory and INA as well as aggregate — always verify the circular for your year on pseb.ac.in. This practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation for concept fluency — it does not simulate the official bilingual constructed-response paper, map booklet, or INA project work.
- Time limit: About 3 hours for the Social Science theory paper as commonly scheduled; confirm the year-specific Matric date sheet on pseb.ac.in
- Exam / certification fees: As notified by PSEB and paid through affiliated secondary schools (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories). Official sources
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is PSEB Matric Social Science officially examined?
Social Science is a compulsory Group-A Matric subject (code 06) under PSEB with Theory 80 marks + Internal Assessment (INA) 20 marks = 100. Official theory papers mix objective items with short/long answers, source-based questions, and map skills. Confirm the year’s structure of question paper and date sheet on pseb.ac.in.
Is this practice bank the same format as the official PSEB Social Science paper?
No. Official PSEB Matric Social Science papers are mixed-format theory exams (not pure MCQ) plus INA. This bank is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation for concepts only — not an official translation, bilingual paper replica, map booklet, or INA project simulation.
What syllabus strands does this bank follow?
It covers the four Social Science strands emphasised for PSEB Class 10: Geography (Contemporary India resource and economy themes), Economics (development, sectors, credit, globalisation, consumer rights, financial literacy), History (Punjab and Sikh historical sequence from physical setting through annexation), and Political Science (power sharing, federalism, political competition, democratic outcomes, international organisations).
What is the pass mark for Punjab Board Matric Social Science?
Pass rules are session-dependent. Widely reported 2025–26-style guidance is about 33% aggregate with a minimum near 25% in theory (theory paper is 80 marks). Some Scheme of Studies texts state that candidates must obtain at least 33% separately in theory, practical (where applicable), and INA, as well as 33% in aggregate. Always verify the current PSEB notification on pseb.ac.in rather than relying on a single third-party figure.
Where should I check official syllabus, scheme, and model papers?
Use the Punjab School Education Board site at https://www.pseb.ac.in for syllabus, scheme of studies, structure of question paper, model test papers, date sheets, and circulars.