CTET Social Science (Paper 2), Syllabus, Exam Pattern and Preparation Methods

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CTET Paper 2 Social Science / Social Studies Exam

CTET Paper 2 Social Science / Social Studies Syllabus

CTET Paper 2 Social Science / Social Studies Previous Questions

CTET Paper 2 Social Science / Social Studies Preparation

Overview

Central Teachers’ Eligibility Test is a crucial qualification exam conducted by Central Board of Secondary Education. The exam aims to certify the winners in recognition of their knowledge in teaching up to standard 8. The certificate has lifetime validity and can be used anywhere in India to join as teacher in concerned subject. CTET has two categories, category one is the certification for teachers in the classes I – V. Category 2 certifies teachers for classes VI – VIII.

CTET Paper 2 Social Science / Social Studies Exam

CTET is a crucial exam for the teachers eligible to teach up to the class of VIII, all over India. The certificate, relevant subject, is acceptable in schools and State Public Service Exam Boards. Kerala PSC accepts CTET as a qualifying certificate, equivalent to the KTET 1 and 2. Although the CTET certifies candidates up to VIII standards Kerala PSC require KTET 3 certification to consider the candidates for the PSC HSA examinations

Second edition of CTET Paper 2 Social Science Exam has been rescheduled to 14 December, 2024. Candidates are advised to go through the important dates and instructions before attending the examination. There are no negative marks in this 150-question test. Candidates get 2½ hours to finish the test. go through the details of important dates, exam pattern and syllabus of the CTET 2024 December exam.

Important Dates

CTET December 2024, Important Date
CTET 2024 Application Start Date	17 September, 2024
CTET 2024 Application End Date	16 October, 2024
CTET 2024 Correction Window	21 - 25 October, 2024
CTET 2024 Exam Date	14 December, 2024
CTET 2024 Exam Answer Key	Yet to be Released
CTET 2024 Exam Result	Yet to be Released

Eligibility Criteria

1. B.A/B.Sc. and 2- year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known)

Or

B.A /B.Sc. with least 50% marks and 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.)

Or

B.A./B.Sc. with a least 45% marks and 1-year Bachelor in Education (B. Ed), in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) issued from time to time in this regard

Or

Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B. El. Ed)

Or

Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4-year BA/B.SC. Ed. or B.A. Ed./BSc. Ed.

Or

BA. /B.Sc. with at least 50% marks and 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education)

Exam Pattern

The CTET paper II Social Studies/Social Science exam is conducted as single exam. The question booklet will consist questions in both English and Hindi medium. Also, the questions of Mathematics and Science will be included in the question booklet. The questions from the core subject will be from the question number 31 – 90. And the question numbers will repeat in part III. The candidates of Social Studies / Social Science should skip part II and answer for the question number 31 – 90 from part III. The candidates who chose English as Language I should attempt the first set of questions from 91-120 and those chose Hindi should attempt the second set of questions from 91-120. Similar is the case of Language II questions from 121 – 150.

PART	SUBJECT	Q.NO.
I	Child Development and Pedagogy	1 - 30
III	Social Studies/Social Science	31 - 90
IV	Language I (English / Hindi)	91 - 120
V	Language II (English/Hindi)	121 - 150

CTET Paper 2 Social Science / Social Studies Syllabus

Go through the detailed syllabus of CTET Paper 2 Social Science / Social Studies below.

CTET Paper 2 Social Science / Social Studies Previous Questions

1. The atmosphere is a thin layer of air surrounding the Earth. What keeps the air to remain around the earth?
   1. Gravitational force of the Earth
   2. Heat of the sun
   3. Rocks and oceans on the earth
   4. Gravitational force of moon
2. Our solar family consists of following celestial bodies:
   1. Constellations, Planets, Sun
   2. Satellites, Planets, Pole star
   3. Sun, Planets, Satellites, Asteroids, Meteroites
   4. Planets, Satellites, Asteroids, Saptarishi
3. The book ‘Stripurushtulna’ was written by which one of the following reformers?
   1. Pandita Ramabai
   2. Veerasalingam Pantulu
   3. Tarabai Shinde
   4. E.V. Ramaswamy Naicker (Periyar)
4. The earliest evidence of growing crops like wheat and barley are located in which one of the following places?

Choose the correct option.

4. 1. Garo hills
   2. Malabar hills
   3. Sulaiman and Kirthar hills
   4. Nilgiri hills
5. Which of following two gases make up the bulk of the Atmosphere?
   1. Nitrogen and Hydrogen
   2. Carbon dioxide and Oxygen
   3. Nitrogen and Oxygen
   4. Ozone and Helium
6. ‘Periyapuranam’, a Tamil work informs us about whom?
   1. Kings and queens
   2. Scholars and poets
   3. Ordinary men and women
   4. Soldiers and military generals
7. An alert and vigilant public is necessary for developing a strong __________.
   1. Monarchy
   2. Democracy
   3. Oligarchy
   4. Autocracy
8. What is the advantage of field work as a method of social science?
   1. Provides students firsthand knowledge
   2. Develops skills of presenting, proposing and arguing
   3. Helps to memorize facts
   4. Helps in testing knowledge of the students
9. Which is the best method to teach the concept of ‘Insolation’?
   1. Case study
   2. Brain-storming
   3. Demonstration
   4. Survey
10. At which stage of school education as per NCF 2005, are social science topics independently introduced to students in textbooks?

Choose the correct option of the following.

1. 1. Primary Stage
   2. Upper Primary Stage
   3. Secondary Stage
   4. Higher Secondary Stage

Answer Key
Q.No.	Ans. Code
1	1
2	3
3	3
4	3
5	3
6	3
7	2
8	1
9	3
10	2

CTET Paper 2 Social Science / Social Studies Preparation

Preparation for CTET Paper 2 is crucial and need special attention to the subjects candidates are weak in. prepare a CTET learning strategy with the syllabus of all parts including the optional parts in purview. Take more time to learn the confusing and difficult parts. Dedicated time is necessary in every day timetable for revision. Candidates can get more focused and syllabus-oriented classes in online platforms. Reliable platforms such as Competitive Cracker is providing the best learning strategy, study materials along with the live and recorded classes. Get the on call support from mentors and faculties to clear the doubts and ace the upcoming CTET 2024 December examination, hassle free.