The 2025–2026 Class 9 Social Science curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of society, governance, history, and economics through four distinct disciplines. The course focuses on building analytical skills and a strong conceptual foundation for future studies. 

Course Structure (Total: 100 Marks)

• Theory Paper: 80 Marks.
• Internal Assessment: 20 Marks (includes periodic tests, portfolios, and project work). 

Key Subjects & Topics

1. History: India and the Contemporary World – I (20 Marks)

Focuses on major global events and historical processes. 

• The French Revolution: Explores the fall of the monarchy and the rise of democratic rights.
• Socialism in Europe & the Russian Revolution: Discusses the impact of the First World War and the foundation of the Soviet state.
• Nazism and the Rise of Hitler: Analyzes the crises in Germany and the ideology of Nazism.
• Forest Society & Colonialism: Examines the relationship between forests and livelihoods.
• Pastoralists in the Modern World: Studies nomadic societies and their survival under colonial rule. 

2. Geography: Contemporary India – I (20 Marks)

Explores India’s physical environment and resources. 

• India – Size and Location: Significant features and global significance.
• Physical Features: Landforms like mountains, plains, deserts, and plateaus.
• Drainage: River systems and their role in the economy.
• Climate: Factors influencing India's climate, monsoons, and seasons.
• Natural Vegetation & Wildlife: Types of forests and wildlife conservation.
• Population: Distribution, growth, and demographic patterns. 

3. Political Science: Democratic Politics – I (20 Marks)

Focuses on the principles and working of democracy. 

• What is Democracy? Why Democracy?: Features and significance of democratic governance.
• Constitutional Design: The making and guiding values of the Indian Constitution.
• Electoral Politics: The election process and how it ensures representation.
• Working of Institutions: Roles of the Parliament, Executive, and Judiciary.
• Democratic Rights: Fundamental rights and their importance in society. 

4. Economics (20 Marks)

Introduces basic economic concepts and challenges in India. 

• The Story of Village Palampur: Concepts of production, farming, and non-farming activities.
• People as Resource: Education, health, and population quality.
• Poverty as a Challenge: Causes, estimates, and anti-poverty measures.
• Food Security in India: Public Distribution System (PDS) and the role of cooperatives.