History, Civics and Geography — Syllabus & Chapters

The complete syllabus for History, Civics and Geography — every chapter you need to study, and how the exam paper is structured.

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Our Constitution
Chapter 2: Elections
Chapter 3: Local Self Government
Chapter 4: The Harappan Civilisation
Chapter 5: The Vedic Period
Chapter 6: Jainism and Buddhism
Chapter 7: The Mauryan Empire
Chapter 8: The Sangam Age
Chapter 9: The Age of the Guptas
Chapter 10: Medieval India
Chapter 11: The Modern Age in Europe
Chapter 12: Our World
Chapter 13: Structure of the Earth
Chapter 14: Hydrosphere
Chapter 15: Atmosphere
Chapter 16: Pollution
Chapter 17: Natural Regions of the World
Chapter 18: World Map Work

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in History, Civics and Geography?

The History, Civics and Geography syllabus has 18 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

How do I know which History, Civics and Geography chapters carry the most marks?

Compare the chapter list above with the exam pattern and the last few years of question papers — the topics that appear most often and the units with the highest marks are where to focus first. Always confirm weightage against the official syllabus for your exam year.

Has the History, Civics and Geography syllabus changed this year?

Boards occasionally revise the syllabus or remove topics for a session. Always download the official syllabus for your exact exam year from the official ICSE & ISC portal rather than relying on an older copy or a social-media list.

How can I prepare for History, Civics and Geography faster?

Begin with the most-frequently-asked topics and the last few years of question papers, then test yourself under timed conditions. If you want guided help, you can use the free AI study tutor for History, Civics and Geography — practise past-paper questions and get instant feedback — or a focused History, Civics and Geography study guide that condenses the syllabus into the topics that matter most — both are free to start.