How to Prepare for Class 7 Social Science (NCERT + Extra Resources)

Social Science at Class 7 level includes History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. The NCERT books are the main resource because exam questions are directly based on them. But to strengthen preparation, some extra steps and resources can be used.

Step 1: Understand the Syllabus

Break the subject into four parts:

History (Our Pasts–II) – Ancient to Medieval India, dynasties, kingdoms, empires, culture.
Geography (Our Environment / Earth & Our Habitat) – Landforms, climate, natural resources, agriculture, human settlements.
Civics (Social & Political Life–II) – Government, democracy, institutions, rights, laws.
Economics (Our Economic Life) – Barter, money, markets, production, economy.

👉 First, make a chapter list for each section. Tick them as you finish.

Step 2: Read NCERT Books Thoroughly

Read each chapter line by line.
Mark difficult words and look at the glossary given in the book.
Pay attention to pictures, maps, and boxes – questions are often asked from them.
At the end of each chapter, solve NCERT questions in writing.

Step 3: Make Notes

Write chapter summaries in your own words (5–10 lines).
Divide notes into Definitions, Important Facts, and Main Concepts.
For History: Make a timeline of rulers, events, and contributions.
For Geography: Use maps, flowcharts, and diagrams.
For Civics: Write key terms (democracy, parliament, constitution).
For Economics: Note examples from daily life (markets, money, farming).

Step 4: Practice Questions

NCERT Questions – Must be completed first.
Extra Questions – Short answers, long answers, and HOTS (higher order thinking skills) questions.
Objective Questions – MCQs, Fill in the blanks, True/False, Match the following.
Case Studies/Activities – e.g., prepare a skit on barter, write a diary entry as a farmer, etc.

👉 Writing answers improves memory more than only reading.

Step 5: Revise Regularly

After finishing each chapter, revise once in the same week.
Use mind maps for quick revision.
Make a formula notebook (like a mini guide) for dates, rulers, definitions, and important terms.
Before exams, revise only notes and underlined parts of NCERT.

Step 6: Practice Maps

Practice locating states, rivers, mountains, important cities on maps.
For History, mark empires, trade routes, and cultural centres.
👉 At least 10 minutes daily practice makes map work easy.

Step 7: Use Extra Resources

School notes and teacher’s questions.
Reference books (if needed):
- Together With Social Science (Class 7)
- Oswaal Question Bank
NCERT Solutions PDF (many websites provide free).
Government resources: ePathshala app, DIKSHA app for free NCERT content.
Educational videos/channels like Pratham NCERT, Magnet Brains, BYJU’s Free NCERT Lectures.

Step 8: Exam Strategy

Read questions carefully – many are “based on examples” from the book.
Write answers in points with headings.
Include diagrams/maps wherever possible.
Manage time: Short answers in 3–4 lines, long answers in 6–8 points.
Revise your paper in the last 10 minutes.

Step 9: Daily Routine (Sample for Social Science)

30 mins reading NCERT.
20 mins writing practice (answers/maps).
10 mins revision (yesterday’s notes).
👉 In 1 hour daily, you can easily finish Social Science preparation without stress.

Golden Tips

✅ Always connect topics with real life (e.g., when buying vegetables, think of markets; when visiting a temple, think of culture chapters).
✅ Don’t mug up – understand concepts; write in your own words.
✅ Discuss topics with friends/family – teaching others helps you learn faster.
✅ Revise weekly and monthly.

Class 7th SST