ICSE Class 10 Geography Sample Question Paper 2024-25: Download Free PDF with Marking Scheme

ICSE 2025 Geography Specimen Papers Class 10: The ICSE Class 10 Geography sample paper along with the answer key 2025 is now available on the official website of CISCE. Students must check out the new specimen paper and solve it for better preparation for exams.

A sample is a dummy question paper with a similar format and difficulty of questions. It helps students experience the exam hall scenario and prepare them for the real question paper. Thus, all teachers are advised to solve the sample papers and cross-check the answer with the marking scheme. Read and download the ICSE Class 10 Geography model sample paper here for 2024-25 exams.

ICSE Class 10 Geography 2025 Exam Guidelines

The basic guidelines that you will see on the sample paper for better understanding:

• Maximum Marks: 80
• Time allowed: Two hours
• Answers to this Paper must be written on the answer sheet provided separately. You will not be allowed to write during the first 15 minutes. This time is to be spent in reading the question paper. The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the answers.
• Part I is compulsory. All questions from Part I are to be attempted. 
• A total of five questions are to be attempted from Part II. 
• The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets [].

Note:

• (1) In all Map Work, make wise use of arrows to avoid overcrowding of the map.
• (ii) The extract of Survey of India Map Sheet No. G4387 must not be taken out of the examination hall. It must be handed over to the Supervising Examiner on completion of the paper
• (iii) The Map given at the end of this question paper must be detached, and after marking, must be fastened to your answer booklet.
• (iv) All sub-sections of the questions attempted must be answered in the correct serial order.
• (v) All working including rough work should be done on the same answer sheet which is used to answer the rest of the paper.
• Instruction for the Supervising Examiner Kindly read aloud the Instructions given above to all the candidates present in the Examination Hall

ICSE Class 10 Geography Sample Paper 2024-25

Part I (30 Marks)

(Attempt all questions from this part.)

• Question 1

Study the extract of the Survey of India Map sheet No. G43S7 and answer the following questions:

(i)

(a) Give the six-figure grid reference for .201 in the eastern part of the map extract. [2]

(b) What are the brown patches in the north east quarter of the map extract?

1. ii) Mohan goes on a bicycle from 02 northing to 12 northing in a straight line. If he moves at a-speed of 10 kilometers per hour, how much time will he take to reach his destination? [2]

(iii) (a) What is the compass direction of Rampura (2709) from Kotda (3005)? [2]

(b) If you are moving along the left bank of Sipu river, which settlement will you come across?

(iv) (a) Ramesh returned to his native place Mahudi Moti (2404) after a gap of ten years and was happy to see the development around his village. What according to you show that the area around his village has developed? [2] 

(b) What is the black vertical line made between the easting 25 and 26?

(v) Mention two manmade and two natural features in the grid square 2508. [2] 

• Question 2

On the outline map of India provided: [Recall]

(i) Shade and label an area of alluvial soil in the north-east. [1]

(ii) Mark using a dot and name the commercial capital of India. [1]

(iii) Mark and name the highest peak of Himalayas in India. [1]

(iv) Shade and label Gulf of Kutch. [1]

(v) Mark with arrows and name the wind bringing rainfall to Punjab in winter. [1]

(vi) Shade and label a sparsely populated area. [1]

(vii) Mark and label Eastern Ghats. [1]

(viii) Mark and name a tributary of an important peninsular river [1]

(ix) Mark and label the most important latitude passing through the country. [1]

(x). Mark and label Coromandel coast. [1]

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Benefits of Solving ICSE Class 10 Geography Specimen Paper 2025

Solving the ICSE Class 10 Geography Specimen Paper 2025 offers many benefits to students. It familiarises students with the exam format, types of questions, and marking scheme, enabling them to manage time effectively during the actual exam. Practising these papers helps reinforce key concepts, identify areas of weakness, and improve problem-solving skills. Additionally, it boosts confidence by providing a realistic exam experience, aiding in better preparation and performance on exam day.

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