CBSE Board Exam 2025 Live: Class 10 social science exam easy to moderate in difficulty level; based on NCERT

Students appearing for the CBSE Class 10 board exams 2025 can check CBSE previous years’ question papers to get an idea of the board exam pattern, marking scheme, and exam duration. Know how to download CBSE PYQ in the link given below. 

Ace CBSE board exam time management, pattern with previous years’ question papers

CBSE Class 10 date sheet 2025 for the remaining exams is given below. 

CBSE has decided to issue a letter of appreciation to scribes for helping CWSN candidates in board exams 2025 and asked centre superintendents and schools to update the data of scribes online. Moreover, CBSE has also made amendments in the affiliation bye-laws, as per which, the schools will be allowed to apply for affiliation with or without NOC from the 2026-27 session.

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Several students have claimed that CBSE Class 12 physics paper 2025 held on February 21 was 'extremely difficulty' and had out-of-syllabus. The board has even got a warning of a show-cause notice and court case if it doesn't conduct fair evaluation and ensure balanced paper. 

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The CBSE Social Science exam 2025 covered multiple topics and some questions were tricky, demanding careful interpretation and critical thinking, as per Chinka Kapoor, TGT Social Studies, Silverline Prestige School. Overall, the CBSE Class 10 social science paper was fair and well-structured, said Kapoor.

The detailed CBSE Class 10 social science exam analysis 2025 based on students' and teachers feedback is given below.

• Section A: Multiple choice questions – Moderate
• Section B: Very short answer type questions – Easy
• Section C: Short answer type questions – Easy
• Section D: Long answer type questions – Moderate
• Section E: Case-based questions – Easy
• Section F: Map based questions – Easy

Students need to score at least 33% marks to clear the Class 10 Social science paper. Over 24 lakh candidates appeared for the CBSE Class 10 social science paper today. 

As per CBSE Class 10 Bengali syllabus 2024-25, the section-wise topics are given below. 

Section A: Reading

• Unseen Passage (150 - 200 Words)
• Unseen Passage (150- 200 Words)
• Unseen Passage (150-200 Words)

Section B: Grammar

• Sandhi (Byanjansandhi , Bisargasandhi)
• Samas (Dwandwa, Karmadharay, Abyayibhab)
• Bakya Paribartan( Saral , Jotil, Jougik)
• Sadhu O Chalit bhashay rupantar

Section C: Literature

Prose

• Gyanchakshu – Ashapurna Devi
• Alobabu - Banaphul
• Adal bodol – Pannalal Patel
• Bohurupi – Subodh Ghosh

Poetry

• Tinpaharer Kole - Shakti Chattapadhyay
• Aay aro bendhe bendhe thaki – Shankha Ghosh
• Ekakare – Subhas Mukhopadhyay
• Astrer biruddhe gaan - Joy Goswami

Supplementary Reader:

• Goploguccha – Rabindranath Thakur (Pathya sanskoran) – Viswabharati Publication
• Postmaster
• Kabuliwala
• Daan pratidaan

Section D: Creative writing

• Letters to the editor
• Paragraph writing

As per Chinka Kapoor, TGT Social Studies, Silverline Prestige School, Ghaziabad, the Social Science board exam paper had a well-balanced mix of questions, testing both conceptual understanding and analytical skills. While it covered a broad range of topics, some questions were tricky and required careful interpretation. Overall, it was a fair and well-structured assessment.

CBSE will conduct the next Class 10 board exam on February 27, 2025, for subjects including Urdu Course-A, Bengali, Tamil, Marathi, Gujarati, Manipuri, and Urdu Course-B.

The CBSE Class 10 social science exam 2025 concluded today, February 25. As per student feedback, the paper was of moderate difficulty. Case-based questions were considered 'student-friendly,' while map-based questions were straightforward.

Read More: CBSE Class 10 Social Science Exam Analysis 2025: Paper ‘well-balanced’; map questions easy

According to Rishikesh Jha, subject matter expert (SME) for social science at Seth MR Jaipuria Schools, the section-wise difficulty level of the CBSE Class 10 social science exam 2025 is detailed in the table below.

According to Abhilasha Pandey, trained graduate teacher (TGT) for social science at Seth Anandram Jaipuria School, Lucknow, the CBSE Class 10 Social Science board question paper for the 2025 academic session was well-balanced, accommodating students of varying proficiency levels.

Another student from Jalandhar, sharing their concern on Careers360, raised questions about CBSE’s evaluation process for the CBSE Class 12 Physics exam 2025. He said: "Many students, including myself, found some sets of physics excessively difficult and lengthy and couldn't perform as per our expectations. So if this is the scenario, will the CBSE do lenient checking or would follow some other process to address this issue? What exactly should we be assuming in this type of scenario?"

"To be honest, I didn't know who to approach with this concern, which is why I reached out to you. If you have any insight or know someone who could guide me on this matter, please do share. I would greatly appreciate any guidance or advice," he further said.

A controversy has erupted over the CBSE Class 12 Physics board exam, with allegations of it being too difficult. Addressing the issue, a user on X posted, "If @cbseindia29 does not make a statement admitting to the disastrous Class 12 Physics exam and announce immediate corrective measures, including fair evaluation, then I, in public interest, will send a Show Cause Notice to CBSE and file a Criminal Case in Court for their repeated assault on students’ futures." He also urged students, parents, and teachers to join the fight against what he described as CBSE’s repeated negligence, stating that such issues have persisted for decades and must be addressed.

CBSE conducted the Class 10 social science exam on day 6, with the paper held in a single shift from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. The three-hour exam tested students on various topics, and an analysis of the CBSE question paper will provide insights into the difficulty level, types of questions asked, and overall student reactions.

The paper analysis of the CBSE Class 10 Social Science board exam 2025 will be uploaded here soon.

CBSE conclude the Class 10 social science board exam 2025 today, February 25, at 1:30 pm. Students will soon exit from the exam centres and share their experiences, including their review of the paper's difficulty level.

The question paper pattern for CBSE Class 10 Social Science 2025 is as follows.

CBSE will soon conclude the Class 10 social science board exam 2025. The exam is scheduled to be conducted for three hours from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm.

During the Covid-19 pandemic, CBSE allowed students to appear for board exams in their own schools. However, this self-centre policy led to issues, including allegations of paper leaks and result manipulation in 2021 when the exams were conducted in two terms.

As per Indian Express report, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will implement two-tier difficulty levels—Standard and Advanced, for Science and Social Science subjects in Class 9 starting from 2026.

In CBSE Class 10 exam 2025, internal assessment carries 20 marks and theory paper is of 80 marks.  

Last year, the CBSE Class 10 results were declared on May 13. The CBSE Class 10 pass percentage stood at 93.60%. 

Students are currently appearing for the CBSE Class 10 Social Science paper at 7,842 centres. The exam commenced at 10:30 am and will be concluded at 1:30 pm. 

More than 24 lakh students are appearing for the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 10 Social Science paper today. The paper started at 10:30 am and will be concluded by 1:30 pm. Students need to score at least 33% marks to clear the Class 10 Social Science paper. 

The CBSE Class 10 Social Social paper has started at 10:30 am. The exam duration is for three hours and it will be concluded at 1:30 pm.

The CBSE Class 10 social science paper will begin shortly at 10:30 am. The duration of the exam will be three hours and it will be concluded at 1:30 pm.

The exam centres which are hosting the CBSE Class 10 board examination for social science paper have closed the gates. The board will start the social science paper from 10:30 am. 

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced the CBSE Class 10 results 2024 on May 13 and the passing percentage then stood at 93.60%.

CBSE Class 10 board exam 2025 for science paper to begin shortly. (Representational image: Wikimedia Commons) 

The Pariksha Sangam is an official portal of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) where CBSE released Class 10 and 12 admit cards. 

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will declare the CBSE Class 10 board results 2025 on May 13. Students will be able to check their Class 10 board results through the official websites, cbse.gov.in, results.cbse.nic.in, and cbseresults.nic.in. Students need to use their login credentials such as roll number, date of birth, school ID and CBSE board exam admit card to access the Class 10 results.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 10 Board Exam 2025 for social science paper will be conducted today from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. The marks distribution for CBSE Class 10 Board Exam 2025 is given below.

Over 24 lakh students will be appearing for the CBSE Class 10 social science paper today. The exam is scheduled to take place from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. Students are advised to reach the exam hall before closing of gates at 10:00 am. They need to present their CBSE Class 10 board admit card and school ID at the exam centre.
CBSE will conduct Class 10 board exam till March 18.

Yes, there were allegations of paper leaks and result manipulation in 2021 when the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) gave permit to students to appear for board exam in their own schools. However, this was led to mismanagement problems.

As per the data shared by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), more than 23 lakh students appeared for the CBSE Class 10 board English paper on the first day. The exam was conducted at 7,780 centres.

The passing criteria for the CBSE 2025 Class 10 board exams is 33%. Students need to obtain at least 33% in aggregate and separately in practical tests, theory papers to pass the Class 10 board exams.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is scheduled to conduct the CBSE Class 10 board exam for social science paper today. The board will conduct the Class 10 social science paper from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. Students are advised to reach the exam centres before 10:00 am and should carry their CBSE Class 10 board exam admit card and school ID. 

So far, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has conducted English, Sanskrit and Science paper for Class 10 Board exams. Students can check the date sheet for upcoming papers from below.

Recently, the Delhi Metro issued a statement stating that the transport facility will prioritise CBSE Board students in frisking and ticketing to ensure a smooth journey. The CBSE Class 10 board exam commenced on February 15 and will be conducted till March 12.
CBSE Class 10 board exam for social science paper will begin at 10:30 am today. (Image source: Wikimedia Commons)

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will conduct the CBSE Class 10 board exam for social science paper from 10:30 am. The CBSE commenced the Class 10 board exams from February 15 and will be held till March 18. The board has already conducted the Class 10 board exam for English, Science, and Sanskrit paper.  

Students need to reach the exam centre before 10 am as the CBSE 2025 Class 10 gate closing time is 10:00 am. They should carry their CBSE Class 10 board exam admit card along with the school id. The exam will be conducted from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will conduct the Class 10 board exam today for social science paper from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm.