India · CBSE Learning Outcomes
Class 10 Social Science
A comprehensive study of Class 10 Social Science covering History (The Making of the Modern World), Geography (Resources and Industries), Political Science (Democratic Politics), and Economics (Understanding Economic Development).
Events and Processes: Rise of Nationalism
Exploring the roots of modern political identity in Europe and the transformative journey of the Indian National Movement.
How the events of 1789 introduced collective identity, the Napoleonic Code, and the spread of liberal nationalism.
The process of unification through wars, diplomacy, and the roles of figures like Bismarck, Cavour, and Garibaldi.
The impact of the Great War on India's economy and the emergence of the Khilafat and Non-Cooperation movements.
The symbolic power of salt and the mass participation of different social groups in the struggle against colonial laws.
The role of folklore, icons, and history in creating a national identity in India.
Livelihoods, Economies and Societies
The evolution of the global economy, the impact of industrialisation, and the history of print.
Pre-modern trade, the Silk Routes, and the impact of the Great Depression on global markets.
The transition from proto-industrialisation to the factory system and the life of workers.
The journey of print from East Asia to Europe and its role in the spread of ideas.
How print media became a tool for social reform and political mobilization in colonial India.
Contemporary India: Resources and Environment
Understanding the types, distribution, and sustainable management of India's natural resources.
Classification of resources and the importance of planning for resource conservation.
Biodiversity in India, types of forests, and community-led conservation efforts.
Scarcity of water, the role of dams, and traditional rainwater harvesting techniques.
Primitive vs. Intensive farming, cropping seasons (Rabi, Kharif, Zaid), and major crops.
The impact of international trade on Indian farmers and the necessity of food security.
Occurrence of minerals, metallic and non-metallic types, and conservation of energy.
Industrial location factors, agro-based and mineral-based industries, and pollution control.
Transport networks (Roads, Railways, Pipelines, Waterways) and the role of communication.
Democratic Politics: Power and Federalism
Analyzing how power is shared in democracies and the structural functioning of the Indian federation.
A comparative study of ethnic conflict management and power-sharing arrangements.
Horizontal, vertical, and community-based sharing of power in modern democracies.
Key features of federalism and the difference between 'coming together' and 'holding together' federations.
The 1992 Amendment and the strengthening of Panchayati Raj and Municipalities.
The public/private division, women's representation, and the feminist movement.
The relationship between religious identity and the state, and the challenge of communalism.
Caste inequalities, the politicisation of caste, and its impact on the electoral process.
Why we need parties, their functions, and the criteria for national and regional parties.
Internal democracy, dynastic succession, money and muscle power, and lack of meaningful choice.
Assessing democracy on accountability, economic growth, and reduction of inequality.
Economic Development: Sectors and Money
Foundational economic concepts including national income, sectors of the economy, and the role of credit.
Varying goals of development, Per Capita Income, and the Human Development Report.
Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary sectors; Organised vs. Unorganised; Public vs. Private.
Evolution of money, modern forms of currency, and the role of the Reserve Bank of India.
Terms of credit, formal vs. informal sources, and the empowerment of the poor through SHGs.
Production across countries, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), and the role of the WTO.
The Consumer Protection Act (COPRA), consumer awareness, and the three-tier quasi-judicial machinery.
Global Perspectives and Industrial Change
A deeper dive into the technological and social shifts that defined the 20th century.
The impact of steam power, the spinning jenny, and early factory resistance.
The 1929 crash, the collapse of agricultural prices, and the effect on India's exports.
The creation of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank to ensure global stability.
The end of empires in Asia and Africa and the challenges of newly independent nations.
Environment, Society and Sustainable Living
Examining the intersection of geography, human activity, and environmental ethics.
The impact of erratic monsoons and global warming on food production in India.
India's transition towards solar energy and its role in the International Solar Alliance.
The challenges of rapid urban growth and the importance of scientific waste disposal.
Learning from tribal practices and local movements like the Chipko movement.
Inter-state water disputes and innovative conservation methods like desalination.
Advanced Democratic Challenges and Economics
Synthesis of political and economic challenges facing modern India and the world.
How access to technology influences political participation and economic opportunity.
The plight of daily wage workers and the need for legal protections.
Understanding how the government manages its finances and the impact on citizens.
The conflict between economic growth through trade and environmental protection.
Moving beyond GDP to include happiness, well-being, and ecological health.