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SOF International Social Studies Olympiad
Conducted by Science Olympiad Foundation
At a glance
- Classes eligible
- 3-10
- Subject
- Social Studies
- Fee
- ₹150-200
- Exam window
- Jan
- Duration
- 60 min
- Question format
- MCQ
- Levels
- 1 (Single Level)
- Boards supported
- CBSE, ICSE, IB, State
Official site: sofworld.org
Exam format
Class 3-4
| Section | Questions | Marks/Q | Section marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Studies | 30 | 1 | 30 |
| Achievers Section | 5 | 2 | 10 |
Class 5-8
| Section | Questions | Marks/Q | Section marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Studies | 45 | 1 | 45 |
| Achievers Section | 5 | 3 | 15 |
Class 9-10
| Section | Questions | Marks/Q | Section marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| History | 15 | 1 | 15 |
| Geography | 10 | 1 | 10 |
| Political Science | 10 | 1 | 10 |
| Economics | 10 | 1 | 10 |
| Achievers Section | 5 | 3 | 15 |
Syllabus by class
SOF International Social Studies Olympiad as published by the organising body. Sections and topics are reproduced as they are printed, so what you read here is what the paper is set from.
Class 3
2 sections · 10 topics
Achievers
- Higher Order Thinking Questions - Syllabus as per Section – 1
Social Studies
- Basic Needs
- Festivals and Celebrations
- People Who Help Us
- Solar System and Our Earth
- Our Environment
- India – Our Motherland
- India – Our Heritage
- Our Ancestors – Early Life and Civilisation
- Connecting People
Class 4
2 sections · 9 topics
Achievers
- Higher Order Thinking Questions - Syllabus as per Section – 1
Social Studies
- Our Country – Physical and Political Divisions
- India – Resources and Climate
- Our Rich Heritage
- People Who Made a Difference
- Our Constitution and Government
- Our History
- Earth and Environment
- Transport and Communication
Class 5
2 sections · 12 topics
Achievers
- Higher Order Thinking Questions - Syllabus as per Section – 1
Social Studies
- Our Earth
- Our Environment
- Weather and Climate
- Our Country
- Our Freedom Struggle
- Great Achievers
- The United Nations
- Inventions and Discoveries
- Agriculture and Industries
- Transport and Communication
- Evolution of Mankind
Class 6
2 sections · 13 topics
Achievers
- Higher Order Thinking Questions - Syllabus as per Section – 1
Social Studies
- Locating Places on the Earth
- Oceans and Continents
- Landforms and Life
- Studying the Past
- The Beginnings of Indian Civilisation
- India's Cultural Roots
- Unity in Diversity
- Family and Community
- Governance at Central Level
- Local Government in Rural Areas
- Local Government in Urban Areas
- Economic Life Around Us
Class 7
2 sections · 15 topics
Achievers
- Higher Order Thinking Questions-Syllabus as per Section – 1
Social Studies
- Climate and Geographical Diversity of India
- Understanding the Weather
- India’s Agricultural Journey
- India and Its Neighbouring Countries
- Cities, States and the Rise of Empires
- The Age of Reorganisation
- The Gupta Era: A Legacy of Art, Science, and Literature
- Empires and Kingdoms: 6th to 12th Century
- India - A Sacred Land
- The State and the Types of Governments
- The Constitution of India
- Barter, Money and the Banks
- Understanding Markets
- Infrastructure: Lifeline of India’s Development
Class 8
2 sections · 11 topics
Achievers
- Higher Order Thinking Questions - Syllabus as per Section – 1
Social Studies
- Natural Resources and Their Use
- Reshaping India’s Political Map: 11th to 15th Century
- Reshaping India’s Political Map: 16th to 18th Century
- The Rise of the Marathas
- The Rise of European Trading Companies
- Revolts and Regional Resistances During Colonial Period
- Our Cultural Heritage and Knowledge Traditions
- Universal Franchise and India’s Electoral System
- The Parliamentary System: Legislature and Executive
- Factors of Economic Production
Class 9
5 sections · 14 topics
Achievers
- Higher Order Thinking Questions - Syllabus as per Section – 1, 2, 3 & 4
Economics
- Building Blocks in Economics
- How Market Works?
- From Ideas to Startups
- Smart Ways to Manage Your Finances
Geography
- Shaping of the Earth’s Surface
- Atmosphere and Climate
- Oceans and Life on Earth
History
- Beginning of Civilisation
- State and Society (upto 1000 CE)
- Building a Resilient India (1000 CE - 1700 CE)
- India and the World-I (1900 BCE - 1200 CE)
Political Science
- Democracy and Elections
- Roots of Authority and its Evolution
Class 10
5 sections · 16 topics
Achievers
- Higher Order Thinking Questions - Syllabus as per Section – 1, 2, 3 & 4
Economics
- Development and Sectors of the Indian Economy
- Money and Credit
- Globalisation and Consumer Rights
Geography
- Resources and Development
- Forest, Wildlife and Water Resources
- Agriculture and Industries
- Minerals and Energy Resources
- Lifelines of National Economy
History
- Nationalism in Europe and India
- Globalisation and Industrialisation
- Print Culture and the Modern World
Political Science
- Power Sharing and Federalism
- Gender, Religion and Caste
- Political Parties
- Outcomes of Democracy
Compiled from sofworld.org · source. Always confirm against the official site before an exam.
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