CISCE Board - Class 8 previous year questions (PYQ)

2026 (1617 questions)

Q1.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Article of the Indian Constitution known as the 'Heart and Soul of the Constitution' (Right to Constitutional Remedies).

(A)

Article 14 (Equality before Law)

(B)

Article 32, empowering citizens to approach the Supreme Court via writs (Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, etc.)

(C)

Article 21 (Protection of Life and Personal Liberty)

(D)

Article 19 (Right to Freedom)

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Q2.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Year of the historic Dandi March (Salt Satyagraha) led by Mahatma Gandhi.

(A)

1919 (Rowlatt Satyagraha)

(B)

1920 (Non-Cooperation Movement)

(C)

1942 (Quit India Movement)

(D)

1930 (commenced from Sabarmati Ashram on March 12, 1930)

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2025 (272 questions)

Q1.

[MAT] A clock shows 8:30. What is the angle between the hour hand and the minute hand?

(A)

75°

(B)

60°

(C)

80°

(D)

90°

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Q2.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Soil type predominantly found in the Deccan Plateau trap region, ideal for cultivating cotton.

(A)

Alluvial Soil

(B)

Black Soil (Regur Soil), rich in clayey material, lime, and moisture retention capacity

(C)

Red and Yellow Soil

(D)

Laterite Soil

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2024 (626 questions)

Q1.

Exponents & Powers: What is the simplified expression for 'Algebra: Factorisation of Polynomials and Simultaneous Linear Equations' using exponential laws?

(A)

Simplified expression $a^{m-n}$ or $a^{mn}$ or $(ab)^n$ (Algebra: Factorisation of Polynomials and Simultaneous Linear Equations)

(B)

$a^m + a^n$

(C)

Zero

(D)

None of these

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Q2.

Exponents & Powers: What is the simplified expression for 'Algebra: Factorisation of Polynomials and Simultaneous Linear Equations' using exponential laws?

(A)

Simplified expression $a^{m-n}$ or $a^{mn}$ or $(ab)^n$ (Algebra: Factorisation of Polynomials and Simultaneous Linear Equations)

(B)

$a^m + a^n$

(C)

Zero

(D)

None of these

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2023 (186 questions)

Q1.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Tropic of Cancer ($23^\circ 30' \text{ N}$) passes through how many Indian States.

(A)

8 States (Gujarat, Rajasthan, MP, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura, Mizoram)

(B)

9 States

(C)

6 States

(D)

7 States

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Q2.

In Chemistry, examine the topic of Functional group present in all Carboxylic Acids. Which statement is scientifically accurate?

(A)

OH (Alcoholic hydroxyl group)

(B)

COOH (Carboxyl group composed of carbonyl and hydroxyl groups)

(C)

CO- (Carbonyl ketone group)

(D)

CHO (Formyl group)

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2022 (187 questions)

Q1.

In Physics, consider the Conservation principle underlying Kirchhoff's Junction Rule (Current Law). Which statement correctly defines this principle?

(A)

Conservation of Linear Momentum

(B)

Conservation of Electric Charge ($\sum I_{\text{in}} = \sum I_{\text{out}}$)

(C)

Conservation of Angular Momentum

(D)

Conservation of Energy

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Q2.

In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Universal blood recipient group in the ABO blood typing system.

(A)

A positive (A+)

(B)

O negative (O-)

(C)

B positive (B+)

(D)

AB positive (AB+), because RBCs possess both A and B antigens and plasma lacks anti-A and anti-B antibodies

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2021 (205 questions)

Q1.

In Chemistry, examine the topic of Type of chemical bond formed by complete transfer of electrons between atoms of high electronegativity difference. Which statement is scientifically accurate?

(A)

Coordinate (Dative) Bond

(B)

Covalent Bond

(C)

Hydrogen Bond

(D)

Electrovalent (Ionic) Bond

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Q2.

In Chemistry, examine the topic of Le Chatelier's Principle effect of increasing pressure on the equilibrium $N_2(g) + 3H_2(g) \rightleftharpoons 2NH_3(g)$. Which statement is scientifically accurate?

(A)

Equilibrium constant K increases

(B)

No effect on equilibrium position because temperature is constant

(C)

Equilibrium shifts to the right (forward direction) toward fewer moles of gas

(D)

Equilibrium shifts to the left toward more moles of gas

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2020 (193 questions)

Q1.

In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Active to Passive voice transformation: 'The government has constructed a new bridge across the river.'.

(A)

A new bridge had been constructed across the river by the government.

(B)

A new bridge has been constructed across the river by the government.

(C)

A new bridge is being constructed across the river by the government.

(D)

A new bridge was constructed across the river by the government.

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Q2.

In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Conditional Clause Type 3 structure for hypothetical past situations.

(A)

If they had alerted the authorities earlier, the accident would have been prevented.

(B)

If they have alerted the authorities, the accident would prevent.

(C)

If they would alert the authorities, the accident had been prevented.

(D)

If they alerted the authorities earlier, the accident will be prevented.

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2019 (211 questions)

Q1.

In Physics, consider the Relationship between focal length $f$ and radius of curvature $R$ for spherical mirrors. Which statement correctly defines this principle?

(A)

f = R^2

(B)

f = 2R

(C)

f = \frac{R}{2}

(D)

f = \frac{1}{R}

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Q2.

In Chemistry, examine the topic of Type of chemical bond formed by complete transfer of electrons between atoms of high electronegativity difference. Which statement is scientifically accurate?

(A)

Covalent Bond

(B)

Coordinate (Dative) Bond

(C)

Electrovalent (Ionic) Bond

(D)

Hydrogen Bond

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2018 (193 questions)

Q1.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Year of the historic Dandi March (Salt Satyagraha) led by Mahatma Gandhi.

(A)

1942 (Quit India Movement)

(B)

1930 (commenced from Sabarmati Ashram on March 12, 1930)

(C)

1920 (Non-Cooperation Movement)

(D)

1919 (Rowlatt Satyagraha)

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Q2.

In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Universal blood recipient group in the ABO blood typing system.

(A)

A positive (A+)

(B)

AB positive (AB+), because RBCs possess both A and B antigens and plasma lacks anti-A and anti-B antibodies

(C)

O negative (O-)

(D)

B positive (B+)

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2017 (199 questions)

Q1.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Soil type predominantly found in the Deccan Plateau trap region, ideal for cultivating cotton.

(A)

Alluvial Soil

(B)

Black Soil (Regur Soil), rich in clayey material, lime, and moisture retention capacity

(C)

Laterite Soil

(D)

Red and Yellow Soil

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Q2.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Central Bank of India established in 1935 responsible for monetary policy and currency issuance.

(A)

State Bank of India (SBI)

(B)

NITI Aayog

(C)

Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)

(D)

Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

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2016 (220 questions)

Q1.

What is 50% of 300?

(A)

175

(B)

160

(C)

150

(D)

140

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Q2.

Solve the linear equation for $x$: $2x + 13 = 17$.

(A)

x = 1

(B)

x = 4

(C)

x = 3

(D)

x = 2

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2015 (208 questions)

Q1.

In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Powerhouse of the eukaryotic cell responsible for cellular respiration and ATP synthesis.

(A)

Lysosomes, digesting cellular debris

(B)

Ribosomes, synthesizing proteins

(C)

Golgi apparatus, packaging lipids

(D)

Mitochondria, containing enzymes for the Krebs cycle and oxidative phosphorylation

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Q2.

In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Appropriate preposition: 'He was thoroughly accustomed _____ working under strict deadlines.'.

(A)

for

(B)

with

(C)

in

(D)

to

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