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Key Facts: UPMSP High School Human Science Exam

942

UPMSP High School subject code for Human Science

UPMSP subject directory / Board_Syllabus.aspx

70 + 30

Common Theory + Internal full marks pattern (total 100)

UPMSP Class 10 subject syllabi (e.g., Science, English PDFs)

3 h 15 m

Typical theory paper duration (confirm subject scheme)

UPMSP High School examination practice

33%

Common minimum pass threshold under UPMSP rules

Widely published UPMSP High School pass criteria (confirm circular)

6 subjects

High School candidates offer five compulsory + one optional subject

UPMSP High School subject combination rules PDF

MCQ study aid

Local bank adapts knowledge to four-option MCQs; official paper is mixed format

OpenExamPrep assessment-format policy

UPMSP High School (Class 10) Human Science (Anthropology / Manav Vigyan) (code 942): mixed board paper, commonly Theory 70 + Internal 30 = 100, ~3h15m. Pass about 33% per UPMSP rules. Fee as per board notification. Free English MCQ study aid — not a full mixed-paper simulation.

Sample UPMSP High School Human Science Practice Questions

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1Anthropology is best defined as the systematic study of:

A.Only the chemistry of non-living materials

B.Humankind in biological, cultural, social, and historical dimensions

C.Only plant and animal classification

D.Only modern stock markets and trade policy

Explanation: Anthropology is the holistic study of human beings—their biology, culture, society, language, and past—across time and space.

2The word 'anthropology' is derived from Greek roots that mean:

A.Study of ancient rocks only

B.Study of government laws only

C.Study of society only

D.Study of human beings

Explanation: Anthropos means human and logos means study/discourse, so anthropology literally means the study of human beings.

3Which feature best describes the holistic approach in anthropology?

A.Ignoring biology when studying culture

B.Looking at biological, cultural, social, and historical aspects of human life together

C.Studying only urban markets and nothing else

D.Studying only one ritual in isolation forever

Explanation: Holism means anthropologists try to understand humans as whole persons and societies—linking body, culture, social relations, language, and history rather than isolating one fragment forever.

4Which of the following is a major branch of anthropology?

A.Astronomy

B.Physical (biological) anthropology

C.Mechanical engineering

D.Organic chemistry

Explanation: Physical (biological) anthropology is a core branch, alongside social-cultural anthropology, archaeology, and linguistic anthropology.

5Social-cultural anthropology mainly studies:

A.Only the electrical circuits of computers

B.Only human DNA sequences in labs

C.Learned ways of life, social institutions, and cultural practices of human groups

D.Only the internal structure of stars

Explanation: Social-cultural anthropology examines culture and society—kinship, economy, politics, religion, values, and everyday practices—as learned, shared patterns of living.

6Archaeology as a branch of anthropology primarily studies past human life through:

A.Material remains such as tools, pottery, structures, and sites

B.Only live television debates

C.Only modern opinion polls

D.Only contemporary stock prices

Explanation: Archaeology reconstructs past human behavior and culture mainly from material remains (artifacts, features, ecofacts, and sites).

7Linguistic anthropology focuses on:

A.Only volcanic rock formation

B.Only the anatomy of insects

C.Only space satellite design

D.Human language in social and cultural context

Explanation: Linguistic anthropology studies language structure, change, and use as part of social life and culture.

8Compared with history, anthropology is more likely to emphasize:

A.Only royal genealogies and nothing else

B.Comparative study of cultures and living communities as well as the human past

C.Only planetary motion equations

D.Only chemical reaction rates

Explanation: Anthropology compares cultures and often studies living communities ethnographically while also using archaeology and historical evidence; it is not limited to political chronicles of kings.

9How does anthropology differ from pure sociology in traditional emphasis?

A.Anthropology studies only non-human animals

B.Anthropology never studies social groups

C.Anthropology has historically given more attention to small-scale, non-industrial, and cross-cultural societies, while sociology often focused on large modern industrial societies

D.Sociology studies only fossils

Explanation: Both study society, but classical anthropology stressed cross-cultural comparison and many non-industrial communities; classical sociology often focused on modern industrial societies. Today the fields overlap more.

10Applied anthropology means:

A.Refusing to use any research methods

B.Memorizing only chemical formulas

C.Using anthropological knowledge to address practical human problems

D.Studying only imaginary planets

Explanation: Applied anthropology puts theory and methods to work on real issues such as public health, development, education, heritage, and community planning.

About the UPMSP High School Human Science Exam

The Uttar Pradesh UPMSP High School (Class 10) Human Science (Anthropology / Manav Vigyan) examination (subject code 942) is conducted by Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP), Prayagraj. Official Board Syllabus pages on upmsp.edu.in list Class 9/10 PDFs for code 942. High School candidates offer six subjects under the published subject-combination rules (five compulsory + one optional). Common full-marks pattern is Theory 70 + Internal/Practical/Project 30 = 100 with approximately 3 hours 15 minutes for the theory paper (confirm the subject PDF). Official subject directory lists 942 as ANTHROPOLOGY / मानव विज्ञान; Class 9/10 syllabus links use Human Science. English MCQ study adaptation. Focus: Human Science/Anthropology: physical, social, cultural concepts and Indian context. The 100 questions on this page are an English-language MCQ study adaptation for concept drills and self-assessment.

Exam sponsor: Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Official UPMSP High School mixed written theory paper (objective and constructed-response items as per subject design) with common Theory 70 + Internal 30 = 100 full marks pattern for many Class 10 subjects, duration typically 3 hours 15 minutes. Local bank: English-language four-option MCQ study adaptation with explanations — not a full mixed-paper simulation or official-format substitute. Subject code 942. Official subject directory lists 942 as ANTHROPOLOGY / मानव विज्ञान; Class 9/10 syllabus links use Human Science. English MCQ study adaptation. Subject code 942.

Time Limit

3 hours 15 minutes (typical UPMSP High School theory paper; confirm current scheme for the subject)

Passing Score

Minimum 33% marks in the subject (commonly 33/100 combined theory + internal/practical as applicable); for theory+internal schemes, school sources often cite minimum 23/70 theory and 10/30 internal — confirm current UPMSP regulations/circulars.

Exam / Certification Fees

As per UPMSP High School examination fee notification for school (institutional) and private candidates for the current examination year on upmsp.edu.in / prereg.upmsp.edu.in — confirm the latest circular; subject papers are not separately priced on this page. Class 9/11 advance registration fee of INR 50 per student is a separate pre-registration charge, not the High School exam form fee.

Exam sponsor website

Reported exam pass rate: See UPMSP High School results for the current cycle on results.upmsp.edu.in.. Exam sponsor website

Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Official sources

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.

20%

Introduction to anthropology

Scope of anthropology and human science.

25%

Physical anthropology basics

Human evolution overview and biological variation concepts.

30%

Social & cultural anthropology

Culture, kinship, society, institutions.

15%

Indian tribes & communities overview

Major tribal/community concepts in Indian context.

10%

Research methods & ethics intro

Field methods and ethical basics.

Preparing for the UPMSP High School Human Science Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: Minimum 33% marks in the subject (commonly 33/100 combined theory + internal/practical as applicable); for theory+internal schemes, school sources often cite minimum 23/70 theory and 10/30 internal — confirm current UPMSP regulations/circulars.
Assessment: Official UPMSP High School mixed written theory paper (objective and constructed-response items as per subject design) with common Theory 70 + Internal 30 = 100 full marks pattern for many Class 10 subjects, duration typically 3 hours 15 minutes. Local bank: English-language four-option MCQ study adaptation with explanations — not a full mixed-paper simulation or official-format substitute. Subject code 942. Official subject directory lists 942 as ANTHROPOLOGY / मानव विज्ञान; Class 9/10 syllabus links use Human Science. English MCQ study adaptation. Subject code 942.
Time limit: 3 hours 15 minutes (typical UPMSP High School theory paper; confirm current scheme for the subject)
Exam / certification fees: As per UPMSP High School examination fee notification for school (institutional) and private candidates for the current examination year on upmsp.edu.in / prereg.upmsp.edu.in — confirm the latest circular; subject papers are not separately priced on this page. Class 9/11 advance registration fee of INR 50 per student is a separate pre-registration charge, not the High School exam form fee. Official sources

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UPMSP High School Human Science: Suggested Study Strategy

1Map every practice session to the official UPMSP Class 10 Human Science (code 942) syllabus PDF.

2After MCQ drills, write full answers from UPMSP-style model papers under timed conditions.

3Verify facts against UPMSP-prescribed textbooks and official PDFs before trusting third-party summaries.

4Track weak categories and re-attempt missed items after 48 hours.

5Complete internal assessment and any practical/performance components required by the school/board.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the official UPMSP High School Human Science exam multiple-choice only?

No. Official UPMSP papers mix objective and constructed-response tasks, with internal/practical components as applicable. The 100 questions here are an English-language MCQ study adaptation for concept practice only.

What are full marks and duration for UPMSP Human Science?

Many UPMSP Class 10 subjects use Theory 70 + Internal/Practical/Project 30 = 100 with a theory paper of about 3 hours 15 minutes. Confirm the exact scheme for code 942 in the Class 10 PDF on https://www.upmsp.edu.in/Board_Syllabus.aspx.

What is the passing score?

How much does the exam cost?

Where is the official syllabus?

Class 9 and Class 10 subject PDFs including code 942 are linked from https://www.upmsp.edu.in/Board_Syllabus.aspx on the UPMSP website.

Is this bank an official UPMSP translation?

No. OpenExamPrep publishes one English-language practice bank per exam ID. Target-language terms and texts may appear when integral to the skill, but stems, explanations, and SEO copy are English study adaptations — not official translations or language-environment simulations.

How should I use MCQs for a mixed written/practical paper?

Use MCQs for daily concept drills and self-check. Also practise full written answers from UPMSP model papers and complete required practical/project work under school guidance.