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ICSE Class X Board Examination

ICSE History & Civics (H.C.G. Paper 1) — Specimen Question Paper 2026

Official CISCE specimen question paper published ahead of the ICSE Class X Board Examination 2026.

Specimen2026Subject code 501
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Board
ICSE Class X Board Examination
Class
Class 10
Subject
History & Civics
Year
2026
Total marks
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Questions in this paper

  1. 1((i))Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [16] (Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)
    Identify the exclusive powers of the Rajya Sabha.
    P: Can introduce a new All India Service
    Q: Can impeach the President
    R: Can never be dissolved as a whole
    S: Can introduce a Money Bill
  2. 1((ii))Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [16] (Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)
    Who made the amendment which resulted in the headline given below?
  3. 1((iii))Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [16] (Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)
    Given below are details of few Indian citizens:
    Person Age
    years]
    W 34 Is a Professor in a Government College
    X 35 Has taken up citizenship of the United
    States of America
    Y 27 Is a reputed sportsperson
    Z 36 Is a scientist
    Select the person who fulfils the eligibility criteria to become the President of
    India.
  4. 1((iv))Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [16] (Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)
    Observe the given picture. In case of a similar unruly situation in the Lok
    Sabha, choose the action that may be taken by the Speaker.
  5. 1((v))Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [16] (Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)
    Choose the correct option to replace the underlined word:
    The Union ministers are collectively responsible to the Prime Minister.
  6. 1((vi))Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [16] (Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)
    Residents of Jodhpur, X and Y got married in the year 2014 and after 4 months
    of wedlock, petty family issues and arguments resulted in their separation for
    6 years. The matter was placed before the Bench of Lok Adalat Family Court,
    Jodhpur wherein all efforts were made to reunite the family again. With
    constant efforts of counselling, parties agreed to live together and withdraw
    their Divorce Petition.
    Case Study, Lok Adalat, District – Jodhpur
    Which advantage of the Lok Adalat is highlighted in the above case?
  7. 1((vii))Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [16] (Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)
    Assertion (A): The Indian National Congress was formed in 1885.
    Reason (R): The main aim of the Indian National Congress at its inception
    was to demand complete independence for India.
  8. 1((ix))Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [16] (Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)
    The area in which Anand stays has had no water supply for three days in spite
    of repeated complaints. The residents have a meeting and discuss a few
    methods to resolve this problem. Being a follower of the beliefs and methods
    of the Early Nationalists, which of the following methods is Anand NOT
    LIKELY to approve?
  9. 1((x))Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [16] (Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)
    Identify the cities most affected by American action in World War II.
  10. 1((xi))Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [16] (Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)
    Which repressive policy of Lord Lytton is depicted in the picture given?
  11. 1((xii))Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [16] (Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)
    Identify the odd one out of the following Assertive Nationalists Leaders.
  12. 1((xiii))Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [16] (Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)
    Read the description and choose the correct option-
    This was a significant event in Indian history. Many underlying causes of the
    revolt included economic exploitation, social reforms, and political
    annexations by the British. Even in its failure it ignited nationalism in the
    people of India. Its immediate cause was___________.
  13. 1((xv))Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [16] (Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)
    Identify the correct pair from the given options.
  14. 1((xvi))Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [16] (Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)
    Which of the following scenarios describes the Non-Alignment Policy
    (NAM)?
  15. 2((i))Read the extract given below and answer the question which follow:
    Congress member’s adjournment motion disallowed. The notice, along with
    another moved demanding a discussion on China, was disallowed in the Lok
    Sabha.
    The Times of India, Feb 10, 2023
    Who can allow or disallow the above motion? What does this motion mean?    2 marks
  16. 2((ii))Which category of power is being exercised by the President in the following:
    (a) Approval of Bills
    (b) Appointment of the Supreme Court judges    2 marks
  17. 2((iii))The whole plan may not be perfect but like all plans, its success will depend
    on the spirit of goodwill with which it is carried out.
    -Lord Mountbatten
    Give two reasons for the acceptance of the above plan by the Congress.    2 marks
  18. 2((iv))Imagine you were an artisan in the year 1856. Mention any two ways in which
    the economic policies of the British would have affected you.    2 marks
  19. 2((v))Look at the picture given and answer.
    Identify the leader seen in the picture above. Mention any one of his
    contributions.    2 marks
  20. 2((vi))Mention any two objectives of the League of Nations.2 marks
  21. 2((vii))Mention any two ideologies of the dictators.
    PART II
    Attempt any two questions from this Section.    2 marks

Section A

  1. 3((i))The Union Legislature of India is the law-making body of the country. With reference to the Parliament, answer the following questions:
    Mention any three key differences in power between the Lok Sabha and the
    Rajya Sabha that make the Lok Sabha more influential.    3 marks
  2. 3((ii))The Union Legislature of India is the law-making body of the country. With reference to the Parliament, answer the following questions:
    Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die, overall productivity at 79 percent.
    - Deccan Herald, 21 December 2023.
    Who can adjourn the above session? Explain the composition of this house.    3 marks
  3. 3((iii))The Union Legislature of India is the law-making body of the country. With reference to the Parliament, answer the following questions:
    Mention any four legislative powers of the Parliament.    4 marks
  4. 4((i))The President is the nominal head of the executive and the first citizen of the country. With reference to this, answer the following questions:
    The President is the nominal head of the country and cannot act independently.
    Mention any three legislative powers of the President which justify the
    nominal position.    3 marks
  5. 4((ii))The President is the nominal head of the executive and the first citizen of the country. With reference to this, answer the following questions:
    Mention any three points to enumerate the financial powers vested in the
    President of India.    3 marks
  6. 4((iii))The President is the nominal head of the executive and the first citizen of the country. With reference to this, answer the following questions:
    Describe the constitutional procedure to remove the President.    4 marks
  7. 5((i))The Supreme Court of India is the highest court of the Republic of India. With reference to the Supreme Court, answer the following questions:
    Who appoints the judges of the Supreme Court?
    What is the composition of the Supreme Court?    3 marks
  8. 5((ii))The Supreme Court of India is the highest court of the Republic of India. With reference to the Supreme Court, answer the following questions:
    Under Article 129, the Supreme Court of India is called a Court of Record.
    Justify this statement with any three points.    3 marks
  9. 5((iii))The Supreme Court of India is the highest court of the Republic of India. With reference to the Supreme Court, answer the following questions:
    Explain the following terms:
    (a) Revisory Jurisdiction
    (b) Original Jurisdiction
    Attempt any three questions from this Section.    4 marks

Section B

  1. 6((i))The Indian Rebellion of 1857 was a major uprising against the rule of the British East India Company. With reference to this, answer the following questions:
    The British used many policies of expansion. Mention any three such policies.    3 marks
  2. 6((ii))The Indian Rebellion of 1857 was a major uprising against the rule of the British East India Company. With reference to this, answer the following questions:
    Analyse the impact of the failure of the Revolt of 1857 on the Mughals and the
    Peshwas.    3 marks
  3. 6((iii))The Indian Rebellion of 1857 was a major uprising against the rule of the British East India Company. With reference to this, answer the following questions:
    The Indian army was reorganised after 1858, to prevent the reoccurrence of
    another uprising. Justify this statement by stating any four changes made in the
    army after the Revolt.    4 marks
  4. 7((i))Nationalism refers to the feeling of oneness that emerges when people consider themselves as one nation. With reference to the growth of nationalism, answer the following:
    Name the first President of the Congress. Mention any two objectives of the
    Congress.    3 marks
  5. 7((ii))Nationalism refers to the feeling of oneness that emerges when people consider themselves as one nation. With reference to the growth of nationalism, answer the following:
    Whether it is fiction, non-fiction, or periodical, all kinds of literature
    contributed at large in the national consciousness of India in pre-independence
    times. Mention any three points to analyse the role of the press in the growth
    of nationalism.    3 marks
  6. 7((iii))Nationalism refers to the feeling of oneness that emerges when people consider themselves as one nation. With reference to the growth of nationalism, answer the following:
    Explain any two policies of Lord Lytton that showcased his attitude of racial
    superiority, eventually leading to the growth of nationalism.    4 marks
  7. 8((i))Name the March being discussed above. Which movement did this March lead
    to? In which year was that movement launched?    3 marks
  8. 8((ii))The movement which began with this March made a considerable impact on
    the social and political surroundings of the country. Analyse this statement by
    mentioning any three impacts.    3 marks
  9. 8((iii))Mention any four clauses of the treaty which led to the suspension of this
    movement.    4 marks
  10. 9((i))Look at the picture given below and answer the following questions:
    How did the assassination mentioned above become a cause for the First World
    War?    3 marks
  11. 9((ii))Look at the picture given below and answer the following questions:
    Mention any three points to analyse how Europe was reorganised because of
    the war triggered by this incident.    3 marks
  12. 9((iii))Look at the picture given below and answer the following questions:
    The Germans described the Treaty of Versailles as harsh and humiliating. Give
    any four reasons that justify this statement.    4 marks
  13. 10((i))The United Nations Organisation aims to maintain international peace. With reference to its organs and agencies, answer the following:
    What is the composition of the International Court of Justice?    3 marks
  14. 10((ii))The United Nations Organisation aims to maintain international peace. With reference to its organs and agencies, answer the following:
    Mention any three exclusive functions of the General Assembly.    3 marks
  15. 10((iii))The United Nations Organisation aims to maintain international peace. With reference to its organs and agencies, answer the following:
    Kolkata’s famous Durga Puja received the intangible heritage tag. Which
    agency of the United Nations is authorised to give this tag? Mention any three
    ICSE 2026 SPECIMEN    4 marks